Ways to Give
No action is too small to make an impact.
CWR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that relies entirely on donations to care for more than 7,000 orphaned, injured, and sick animals each year across the Carolinas.
SPONSORSHIPS
SECOND CHANCE FUND | Provide critical support for urgent medical care, rehabilitation, and recovery for injured wildlife, helping them return safely to the wild.
FEED THE FLOCK | Ensure our rescued animals have the food, shelter, and care they need by making a monthly or one-time gift that directly supports their well-being.
SPONSOR A RESIDENT | Support a specific animal with monthly or annual contributions and receive updates about their progress.
PATREON SUBSCRIPTION | Support rescued animals with a monthly contribution and enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes updates as part of our rescue community.
SMALL BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP | Partner with CWR as a small business sponsor to support rescued animals and showcase your commitment to wildlife and the community.
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP | Show your company’s commitment to wildlife by becoming a corporate sponsor of CWR, helping provide for rescued animals.
ENHANCED GIVING
EMPLOYEE MATCHING | See if your employer offers a corporate matching gift program. You can DOUBLE your impact at no extra cost. CWR’s tax ID is 20-1938232.
STATE EMPLOYEE GIVING | CWR is recognized by the NC SECC. Make a payroll pledge on the SECC website using our SECC Code 7099—annual deadline 12/31
RETAIL APPS | See if your employer offers a corporate matching gift program. You can DOUBLE your impact at no extra cost. CWR’s tax ID is 20-1938232.
GIFTING
AMAZON WISHLIST | Purchase much needed items, like cleaning products and various supplies from our curated list to directly support rescued animals.
VEHICLE DONATION | Donate your old car, truck or boat and we’ll transform it into a rescue lifeline for wildlife — all while receiving a tax deduction.
IN-KIND DONATIONS | Donate product, services or expertise to help advance our mission and ensure every animal in our care receives the support they need.
SHOPPING
CWR STORE | Every purchase from our online store helps fund food, medical care, and supplies for the animals we rescue. Shop with heart and make a difference.
CWR BONFIRE APPAREL | Show your love for wildlife with exclusive CWR shirts and hoodies. Every piece sold supports our ongoing rescue and rehabilitation work.
CWR MONTHY AUCTION | Join our monthly online auction to bid on one-of-a-kind items—all proceeds directly benefit the animals in our care.
You can call us to make a donation over the phone! Contact Donor Relations at Carolina Waterfowl Rescue at 980-980-2473
Checks or money orders can be mailed to CWR PO Box 1484, Indian Trail, NC 28079
DIRECT DONATIONS
Carolina Waterfowl Rescue operates entirely on donations. Every animal we help relies on the generosity of individuals and community members who share our commitment to protecting wildlife and our local ecosystem.
Your support provides food, water, shelter, medical care, and skilled rehabilitation for thousands of animals each year. It also helps maintain our facilities and care for domestic animals awaiting forever homes.