HOW TO SUPPORT BIRDS

Support Birds in NYC

The city's birds are counting on you. Your support is critical in order to protect the more than 300 species of birds that nest in, migrate through, or call New York City home. NYC Bird Alliance works to understand the threats to habitats and species, advance solutions, and advocate for wildlife. We cannot do that without the collective contributions of our members and friends. Every gift of every size matters.
Cedar Waxwing. Photo: Joyce Stefancic/Audubon Photography Awards
Cedar Waxwing. Photo: Joyce Stefancic/Audubon Photography Awards
Donate
We protect the 30,000 acres of green space and 500 miles of shorelines for birds and other wildlife.  You can make a powerful and direct impact by donating to local conservation efforts.
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Great Egrets. Photo: Robin Fox/Audubon Photography Awards
Great Egrets. Photo: Robin Fox/Audubon Photography Awards
Membership
Folks like you want to make the city a better place for birds and people. When you become a NYC Bird Alliance member, you’ll also receive important benefits: early registration for bird outings and classes; a 30% discount on fee-based outings and classes; invitations to free member events; a subscription to our print newsletter and our eGret email newsletter. 
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Wood Duck with Duckling. Photo: Peter Brannon/Audubon Photography Awards
Wood Duck with Duckling. Photo: Peter Brannon/Audubon Photography Awards
LEAVE A LEGACY
Make sure the birds you love have a lasting refuge in New York City.
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We thank our thousands of members, donors, and supporters who help us make NYC safer for birds and people. American Kestrel photo: Becky Matsubara
We thank our thousands of members, donors, and supporters who help us make NYC safer for birds and people. American Kestrel photo: Becky Matsubara
Support for NYC Bird Alliance
NYC Bird Alliance’s work to protect birds and engage New Yorkers as stewards of biodiversity would not be possible without the contributions of many individuals and organizations. The supporters listed below donated gifts received from January 1 through December 31, 2025. We also thank our thousands of members and donors for their collective gifts under $500, as well as our donors who wish to remain anonymous.


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