named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Kiki Parrot Pavilion
A facility for parrots, including macaws and cockatoos, providing shelter and care; rebuilt after a 2019 fire.
Mitch the Afghan Eagle Program
Provides permanent care for Mitch, a bald eagle rescued by Navy SEALs in Afghanistan and brought to the sanctuary after injury.
Puffy Memorial Pigeon Aviary
A dedicated pigeon habitat with a waterfall and flight space, serving as a permanent home for rescued pigeons.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Artificial Nesting Habitat Management 1 activity
- Constructs specialized bird housing facilities to improve care and public engagementBuilds and upgrades bird housing, including a new pigeon house designed for safety and public viewing, and a state-of-the-art bird facility with climate and lighting controls, mobile cages, and flying enclosures to support parrot welfare and operational needs.
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Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release 1 activity
- Operates a bird sanctuary providing permanent housing and care for disabled and injured birdsProvides permanent housing, care, and rehabilitation for permanently disabled and injured avian species, with a focus on pigeons and birds of prey, in New York. The sanctuary supports individual birds such as a blind bald eagle, a wounded goose named Goosey, and a pigeon named Spunky.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Produces and shares educational videos about bird care and sanctuary operationsCreates and distributes video content documenting bird care practices, individual animal stories, and sanctuary activities to raise awareness and educate the public.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$123K
Contributions & grants$123K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$320
expenses
Total expenses$87K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.23M
Cash$-64K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.23M
Liquid reserves-8.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -78.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- BETTY ANN DUBACHER — MEMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- ELIZABETH U DUBACHER — ASSISTANT CURATOR AND MEMNER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- JOSEPH J MONTONE — MEMNER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- PETER DUBACHER — CURATOR AND MEMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- AmazonSmile Funder — Donates to Berkshire Bird Paradise Inc when supporters shop through the AmazonSmile program.
- Dr. Ward Stone Partner — Longtime friend and supporter who contributed articles and advocacy related to bird conservation and environmental issues.
- Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and communication
- Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement
- Facebook Partner — Social media presence for outreach and engagement
- Instagram Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and communication
- Instagram Partner — Social media platform used for visual storytelling and engagement
- Instagram Partner — Social media presence for outreach and engagement
- LinkedIn Partner — Social media platform used for professional outreach and engagement
- Linkedin Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and communication
- Linkedin Partner — Social media presence for outreach and engagement
- MailChimp Partner — Platform used for newsletter distribution.
- PayPal Partner — Payment platform used to process donations.
- Pinterest Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and communication
- Pinterest Partner — Social media platform used for visual content sharing and engagement
- Pinterest Partner — Social media presence for outreach and engagement
- Twitter Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and communication
- Twitter Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement
- Twitter Partner — Social media presence for outreach and engagement
- YouTube Partner — Hosts video content for public viewing
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Enriched Housing Design for Bird Well-Beingmethodology: enriched-housing-designBy designing bird enclosures with environmental enrichment features such as mobile units, rolling trees, and drainable flooring, the organization enhances bird health and natural behaviors, because physically and behaviorally stimulating environments reduce stress and support long-term welfare.
- Environmental Education for Interconnectednessmethodology: environmental-educationBy using environmental education, the organization fosters public appreciation of nature and the interconnectedness of life, because experiential learning about birds and their habitats cultivates empathy and stewardship behaviors.
- Permanent Housing and Care for Disabled Birdsmethodology: permanent_housing_and_careBy providing permanent housing and care, the organization supports the well-being of permanently disabled avian species, because stable, long-term sanctuary environments address their specialized needs and ensure ongoing medical and behavioral support.
- Sanctuary-Based Care with Public Engagementmethodology: sanctuary-based_care_with_public_engagementBy combining sanctuary-based bird care with public viewing opportunities, the organization advances both animal welfare and education, because accessible, well-designed sanctuaries allow birds to thrive while enabling visitors to form emotional and ethical connections to avian life.
- Video-Based Outreach for Care Transparencymethodology: video-based_outreachBy regularly documenting and sharing care practices through video, the organization promotes transparency and public awareness, because visual storytelling makes bird welfare efforts tangible and relatable, increasing trust and engagement.