Ways to Support RWS
SUpport our mission & save wildlife in need
Monetary Donations
Every cent from your tax-deductible donation goes directly to rehabilitating native wildlife and educating humans in Virginia and beyond about the importance
of a vibrant, healthy environment.
Donate
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Give now using credit or debit card, PayPal, or ACH. You can also Venmo us your gift!
Make your check out to Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary and mail to:
5450 Wheelers Cove Rd.
Shipman, VA 22971
Who does your gift help?
Becoming a sustaining donor
Our sustaining supporters help us soar! Making a monthly contribution to Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary is simple and can be set up on our online donation form by selecting "Monthly" under Giving Frequency. You can change or cancel your donation at any point.
or
Become a monthly donor
donate by check
Planned &
Legacy giving
There are many ways to support the Sanctuary through estate planning – starting with a bequest through a will. You may also amend your current will with a codicil to designate a gift to the Sanctuary.
Specific Asset/Amount language example
“I give $________ [or describe asset] to the Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary, a nonprofit corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia, to be used for general purposes as determined by the Board of Directors.”
Remaining Asset/Amount language example
“I give to the Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary, a nonprofit corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia, all [or ____ percent] of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, to be used for general purposes as determined by the Board of Directors.”
Codicil language example
CODICIL TO LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF [Your Full Name]
I, [Your Full Name], of [City, State], declare this to be a codicil to my last will and testament dated [Date of Original Will] ("Will").
Addition of Bequest: I hereby amend my Will by adding the following provision:
"I bequeath [specific amount or percentage of the estate or asset] to the Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary, a nonprofit organization located at 5450 Wheelers Cove Rd, Shipman, VA 22971, Federal Tax ID [51-0498181], for its general purposes."
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this [Day] day of [Month], [Year].
[Your Full Name]
ATTESTATION CLAUSE
We, the undersigned, hereby certify that [Your Full Name], known to us, declared this codicil to be a codicil to his/her Will and signed it in our presence. We now, at his/her request and in his/her presence and in the presence of each other, sign our names as attesting witnesses.
[Witness 1 Name]
[Witness 1 Address]
[Witness 2 Name]
[Witness 2 Address]
- IRAs & retirement accounts
- Life insurance policies
- Stocks, bonds, or other securities
- Mutual funds or bank accounts
These beneficiary designations can often be made online or with a phone call. Through thoughtful estate planning, you may be able to receive tax and income benefits during your lifetime through remainder trusts and gift annuities.
We recommend consulting your attorney or financial advisor for guidance on which option might be right for you.
Supplies & In-kind gifts
Check out our Amazon Wish List or our Chewy Wish List for a quick and easy way to send the Sanctuary an item we really need!
- Unscented, plain tissues
- Paper towels
- Unscented bleach
- Fleece blankets & bath towels in good condition (no holes)
- Puppy training pads
- Dawn dish soap
- Scrub brushes
- Metal or ceramic pet bowls (no rubber parts)
- Food Lion gift cards
- Blue Ridge Farmers Co-op gift cards
- Newspaper (without magazine/plastic inserts - paper only)
- 13 gallon kitchen trash bags
- Pet carriers, sizes M + L
- Nitrile gloves, sizes M + L
- Large plastic totes
- Feather dusters
- Food Lion gift cards
- Chewy.com gift cards
- Amazon gift cards
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We are always interested in in-kind donations of art, unique items, local services, and experiences that we may use in our annual fundraising events. You receive an in-kind donation receipt for the value of your donation, and the Sanctuary will celebrate your generosity and your business throughout our event.
If you have any questions, please contact us using the form below. Thank you for supporting wildlife!
Kroger Community Rewards
If you have a Kroger Shopper's Card:
- Log into your online account.
- Select Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary as your Community Rewards charity of choice. You can also search for DW896, our assigned nonprofit number within the Kroger system.
- Click "Enroll" and you're all set!
If you don't have a shopper's card yet, sign up for free. The whole process takes about 60 seconds. Head to their website to enroll now! ⬇️
If you have a Kroger Shopper's Card:
- Log into your online account.
- Select Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary as your Community Rewards charity of choice. You can also search for DW896, our assigned nonprofit number within the Kroger system.
- Click "Enroll" and you're all set!
If you don't have a shopper's card yet, sign up for free. The whole process takes about 60 seconds. Head to their website to enroll now! ⬇️
enroll in Kroger communty rewards
Do you shop at Kroger? You can support Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary every single time you buy groceries! You shop, Kroger donates.
Donate a vehicle
- Vehicle does not need to be running!
- Towing away is free!
- Your donation is tax-deductible!
Time & talent
The Sanctuary only soars when powered by a mighty team of caring humans. Every person has talents or time they can lend to RWS. Learn more about our volunteering opportunities and get in touch today!
Volunteer
Donor Resources
Our latest irs 990 form
Our donor privacy policy
Read our full privacy policy
Please note that we are closed to the public in order to maintain a natural setting for our wildlife patients. We do not permit visitors without a pre-arranged viewing time. Please do not come to the Sanctuary to visit without scheduling a tour.
If you'd like to schedule a visit, please send us an email or fill out the inquiry form here. We look forward to sharing the Sanctuary with you!
We appreciate your patience and flexibility in scheduling educational events as we receive a large volume of requests.
SUBMIT
Wildlife Hotline: (434) 263-4954
5450 Wheelers Cove Rd.
Shipman, VA 22971
Our phone number should only be used for wildlife emergencies, like a suspected injured or orphaned animal or a pressing wildlife help question. If you have other general inquiries, we would appreciate you contacting us via email or the contact form so we can keep our phone line open for wildlife in need. Thank you!
We are open for intakes 365 days per year. We accept new patients between 9AM-4PM. Call first, please!
Our wildlife crisis hotline
VISITING THE SANCTUARY
Inquiries
CONTACT US
Our phone number should only be used for wildlife emergencies, like a suspected injured or orphaned animal or a pressing wildlife help question. If you have other general inquiries, we would appreciate you contacting us via email or the contact form so we can keep our phone line open for wildlife in need. Thank you!
Our wildlife crisis hotline
VISITING THE SANCTUARY
Inquiries
Thank yoU!
We will respond as soon as possible.
If you have found an injured or orphaned wild animal and need advice, please visit:
Wildlife rehab emergencies
Wildlife Hotline: (434) 263-4954
5450 Wheelers Cove Rd.
Shipman, VA 22971
We are open for intakes 365 days per year. We accept new patients between 9AM-4PM. Call first, please!
CONTACT US
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Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. EIN 51-0498181.
Thank you for supporting our mission to help native wildlife in Virginia and beyond.