 Amid fears that the snow and ice storm would keep guests safely at home, the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program's 17th Annual Gala Dinner Auction broke records for attendance and amount raised, with more than 360 friends helping the organization raise more than $50,000 for RMRP's rehabilitation and education efforts.
"With the heavy snow and the down economy, we were very concerned," said RMRP Director Judy Scherpelz, "but the turnout and the amazing generosity showed us just how much people care about raptors and this program."
Event major sponsors were the Hilton, Auxilium Information Technology, Fort Fund and Anadarko Petroleum. Because of the heavy snow and icy roads, the Hilton offered guests a "ride the elevator home" package and greatly reduced the nightly room rate for RMRP's guests, many of whom took advantage of the offer.
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 Welcome to the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program!
RMRP rescues, rehabilitates and releases injured birds of prey, including Eagles, Owls, Hawks and Falcons; and through its comprehensive Environmental Education program, teaches the importance of preserving wildlife and wild places for future generations.
The Raptor Program works closely with the veterinarians at Colorado State University’s Veterinary Medical Center, and has consulted with them on nearly 4,500 raptor cases since the program started as a student club in 1979.
RMRP averages one admission and several injured raptor calls each day, and more than 70% of treatable raptors are released for A Second Chance At Freedom.
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 RMRP plans to publish a 2011 raptor calendar and we need 13 GREAT raptor photos! Here are the details:
Size: The finished calendar will be approximately 10" x 12" (landscape)
Photo Size: Photos must be at least 300 dpi at 12" wide
Submission: Photos must be received by July 1, at 5:00 pm. There will be a $20 fee for each photo submitted. Please submit photos on CDR. Make check payable to RMRP.
Subjects: We will accept photos of raptors that are naturally found in Colorado, with photos either taken in the wild, or photos of RMRP's education ambassadors.
Judging: Final decisionmaking and notification will occur by August 1.
What Will You Receive: The best photographs will be published in the calendar. You will be invited to a raptor photo release and a raptor photo shoot. All entries will be published on RMRP's website.
Use Agreement: You will retain copyright of your photos and grant permission to RMRP to publish.
Sponsorships: Businesses can sponsor pages in the calendar and receive significant recognition.
Questions: Email bob@rmrp.org or call 970-484-7756.
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Here's a great way that you can help RMRP continue its lifesaving work. Invite friends, family, neighbors and acquaintances to a special event featuring RMRP's education ambassadors. You and your guests can look eye-to-eye with an eagle, owl and hawk from just a few feet away.
Here's how it works:
- -Invite your family and friends - Your place or ours!
- -A simple meal or snack is served.
- -There is no charge to attend.
- -Staff and volunteers will share facts and stories about the program’s lifesaving work.
- -Guests will have an opportunity to support RMRP, although giving is optional.
That's all there is to it!
In these challenging economic times, we really need all the help we can get to help us continue our work. Please call 970-484-7756 or email bob@rmrp.org to learn more.
Help us spread the word about RMRP!
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RMRP has a volunteer position opening for a Development Associate to  assist with our fundraising and donor relations efforts.
We're seeking a bright, outgoing, detailed-oriented person who enjoys communicating with others. Duties would include research and writing, donor correspondence (via phone, email and letter), project and event management, and other clerical functions.
Candidates should have excellent writing and proofreading skills, excellent communication skills, database and computer experience, and a warm and friendly personality on the phone and in person.
The ideal candidate could commit to 20 hours per week – mornings preferred.
Join our team and make a difference in our community!
Contact Executive Director Judy Scherpelz or Director of Public Support Bob Francella at admin@rmrp.org, or call us at 970-484-7756. |
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 Thanks to generous gifts from a wonderful supporter and many friends at the 17th Annual Auction, we're within about $3,000 of having what we need to replace our sadly aging old van with a much newer one.
Why do we need a newer reliable van? We transport raptors to CSU and other destinations for care several days each week. An eagle transport box is quite large and will only fit in a van or very large vehicle.
We also travel 170 days each year giving program presentations throughout the region. On more than one occasion, our vehicle, often full of raptors and volunteers, has broken down on the Interstate and elsewhere. We must have reliable transportation for everyone's safety. These education programs teach the importance of preserving wildlife.
Kids especially enjoy these programs - they LOVE the raptors and never forget the experience. These impressions can last a lifetime.
Please Click Here to make a tax deductible gift. Colorado residents can also receive a tax credit in addition to deductions.
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 Top 10 Most Needed Items To Help The Raptor Program Perform Its Lifesaving Work:
- Postage Stamps: flats or rolls, forever or any denomination
- Rodent Pro Gift Certificates (Click to go directly to their website)
- Toner Cartridges: HP CC530, CC531, CC532, CC533; HP Q6511X (Click on each cartridge name for the best online price)
- Snuggle Safe Warming Discs (Click for best online price, also sold at pet stores)
- Gift Cards: Wal-Mart, Jax, Home Improvement, Grocery, and Gasoline (for almost daily traveling to education programs, transporting raptors, and public presentations)
- Paper Products: Copier/Printer Paper, Reams or Cases; Envelopes: Business (#10), Return (#9), 10x13, 9x12; Trash Bags: tall kitchen and large black; Paper Towels; Kleenex
- Soap: Unscented Liquid Laundry Detergent; Liquid Hand and Dish Soap, not “antibacterial”
- A Walk-In Freezer: (to keep all the mice and rats frigid until needed)
- Auto Mechanical Services Gift Certificate
- Postage Stamps, they're so needed, they're on the list twice!
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