Mickaboo Blog
Now and again Mickaboo receives a touching thank-you from the people we help. Here is one such recently-received email, together with additional background from our lovebird coordinator.
The Thank-You
I just wanted to drop a line and say thank you for your amazing response to my contact regarding the wounded lovebird I found today. You couldn't have been more responsive and caring - thanks to Kelly (Mickaboo's "lost and found" volunteer) and to Fred (Mickaboo's lovebird coordinator) in particular. I am so grateful to have been able to get the 'Lil Cutie' to Dr. Van Sant to be cared for in a timely manner, and to know furthermore that she is and will continue to be in the best of hands.
I also want you to know that several members of my neighborhood e-list sent me messages suggesting/raving about your organization. And, in my final posting to the list (which maintains a list of recommendations for all sorts of services and groups), I asked that you be included. I am hopeful that the owner of the bird will be in contact with you and that they can somehow be reunited. I wish I were in the position to send a financial contribution to support your mission; since I am not, I offer my most sincere gratitude and thanks.
Additional background from Mickaboo's lovebird coordinator
This lady was so nice to work with. She found the lovebird in the grass, next to the sidewalk and in the direct sun. She scooped her up, took her home and consulted with her next door neighbor, who volunteers at a wildlife rescue, and then contacted us. She drove the lovebird to For The Birds (an avian veterinary clinic) and "Lil Cutie" (she named her) is stable at this point. Unfortunately, Lil is paralyzed and cannot move her feet. They are keeping her comfortable and she is eating and drinking which is a good sign. I don't know what the long term prognosis is for her but please keep her in your thoughts for a full recovery or at least so she can live out her life as comfortably and happy as possible.
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We are all hoping Lil Cutie pulls through, and thank her rescuer for bringing her to Mickaboo for help. If you feel moved enough to want to donate to Lil Cutie's veterinary expenses, you can do so online or via check payable to Mickaboo at PO Box 697, San Jose, CA 95106. Any amount will be appreciated.
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UPDATE 5/13/2012 6:55 PM: It is with great sadness we report that Lovebird "Lil Cutie" died this afternoon. This little bird didn't have much of a chance, with her being paralyzed and unable to use her feet or even empty her cloaca but every since she was found, on Friday afternoon roasting in the San Jose sun by a kind lady taking an afternoon walk, Lil had many wonderful people doing their best to help her. This lady, who named her Lil Cutie, scooped her up and after contacting us, took her in to For the Birds and Dr. Van Sant immediately put her on oxygen to help her breath, administered fluids and did everything she could to help her. She had begun to drink water and eat again which held some promise but her injuries were too great. Sadly, this afternoon she went into convulsions and died quickly.
Lil Cutie wasn't in the Mickaboo family very long but during that time she had a lot of wonderful people hoping, thinking good thoughts and praying for her. It just wasn't meant for her to live on and light up our lives any longer.
God Speed Lil Cutie. May You Soar To New Heights In Heaven.
Global Giving has a contest in progress where you can honor mom (or grandmom, or another important person in your life) AND Mickaboo can earn a $500 prize.
It's called the "Mother's Day tribute card campaign". Essentially, supporters such as you make donations to Mickaboo as gifts in tribute to a person. And at no additional cost, you can print your cards declaring your donation in their honor at home, or have Global Giving send the cards to your honorees via email or paper.
The ten Global Giving projects with the highest number of tribute cards given will get $500 each. Each "card" requires a $10 minimum donation. We could earn the $500 prize if only 10 people give these sorts of gifts, between now and Mother's Day. Three people have already given!
Ready to help? If you are, go to Mickaboo's Global Giving tribute card donation page. Fill out the online form to name your honoree and do your gift. It's an easy way to pay tribute to your special person - AND help bird rescue at the same time. The contest ends at 9 pm Pacific on Sunday, May 13.
UPDATE 5/13/2012 9:11 pm:
The challenge has ended – and we had enough “tribute cards” – fifteen, to be exact – to WIN our $500 Global Giving bonus! THANKS to all of you who had a part in helping us win!
Global Giving's matching gift funds have run out (early) - and thanks to you, our many supporters, it was a huge success for Mickaboo and its flock! In the last few hours we collectively raised $8,970, which earned us $2,409 in additional matching funds. That sum will pay slightly more than half of a single average month's vet bills. THANK YOU from us and from our foster flock!
Your donation to Mickaboo may be eligible for matching!
From now to March 14, 9 pm PST, Global Giving will match your online donations at 30%, up to $1,000 per donor per project, until $50,000 of matching funds has been granted by Global Giving for all of its projects. AND - Mickaboo can earn a $1,000 bonus if we raise the most funds - and ANOTHER $1,000 bonus if Mickaboo has the most unique donors! Go to our Global Giving page to take advantage of this matching donation opportunity.
If you are willing and able to give - please do so soon. The matching gift funds are expected to run out quickly!
Date: Sunday, March 18, 2012
Time: 11:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Carmichael Public Library, 5605 Marconi Ave, Carmichael, CA
See and learn about some of Mickaboo's foster flock and volunteers. Free admission! Mickaboo will also be hosting two sessions of our free basic bird care class, open to all, from noon - 2 pm and 2 pm - 4 pm. Bird care supplies will be available for sale and raffle - all proceeds will benefit Mickaboo.