We are dedicated to the welfare of New York City's wildlife
Join us in creating an environment that benefits humans and our wild neighbors alike.
Our Mission & Our Work
We are a true grassroots, all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to the welfare of New York City's wildlife.
Our goal is to promote a caring and compassionate society where all wildlife is treated as sentient beings and where we create an environment that benefits humans and our wild neighbors alike.
About Us
The Urban Wildlife Alliance was born in the spring of 2013, when a small group of wildlife enthusiasts, rescuers, and licensed rehabilitators joined forces to help the wildlife of NYC.
Our Work
As a network of experienced licensed wildlife rehabilitators and rescuers, we put our mission into practice via four main activities: Advocacy, Rehabilitation, Education, and Advice.
Caring for NYC's wildlife for more than 10 years
The Urban Wildlife Alliance was born in the spring of 2013, when a small group of wildlife enthusiasts, rescuers, and licensed rehabilitators joined forces to help the wildlife of New York City more efficiently.
A year later, we became a fully-fledged 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to safeguard the welfare of wild animals in urban and suburban environments, based on the concept of compassionate conservation.
A Labor of Love
This work is not for the faint of heart! We are a growing network of volunteers and trained wildlife rehabbers with hearts for compassionate conservation. Will you join us?
12 Years
of volunteer work serving NYC wildlife and people
8 Million
people in NYC
355 Types
of animal species in NYC
$200
Cost to rehab one animal
Get Involved
Eight million people, 355 wildlife species, and only a handful of wildlife rehabilitators to serve them all. You can help us help them!
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What People Say
"Every animal we help is a reminder of how deeply connected we are to the wild lives sharing our city. Volunteering has been one of the most meaningful parts of my life."
Volunteer Wildlife Rehabber
"When I see a hawk soaring over the park or a pigeon nesting under a scaffold, I’m reminded they’re New Yorkers too. I try to look out for them the way I’d look out for any neighbor."
NYC Resident
"Partnering with Urban Wildlife Alliance helps ensure our green spaces are safe and welcoming not just for people, but for the animals that call this city home, too."
