Bird Center of Michigan

Mission: To aide birds, wildlife, and the environment through rehabilitation and public education.

The Bird Center of Michigan is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates solely from public support. The Bird Center was founded by Carol Akerlof, who was helped by Karen Young and other animal lovers, in 2004. We recently moved to a larger location in Saline, Michigan. As we continue to fulfill our mission, our successes would not be possible without the generous support of several local organizations and our many interns and volunteers.

The Bird Center takes in over 1800 birds each year of over 85 species and is open 365 days a year to care for wild birds in need. Every year, as word about our services spreads across Michigan, more and more people contact us for help. We admit hundreds of baby birds every spring and summer season who need to be fed every 30 minutes from dawn to dusk. We also accept injury cases that require a lot of time from our staff. Even if you can only spare a couple of hours a week, your help will make a big difference in the lives of orphaned and injured birds. You tell us when you can volunteer and we will work you into the schedule.

There are many jobs that need doing – not just feeding birds. Here is just a sample of the many jobs we do:

• Experienced volunteers can be trained to answer calls and enter data into our system
• Keep enclosures clean
• Prepare/make food
• Help with projects
• Help with errands
• Help birds with enrichment
• Laundry
• Gardening at the Center