Give Hope. Give Wild. By Shelby.

Acorn Acres Wildlife Rehabilitation – Give Hope, Give Wild, Give Extra

Every day at Acorn Acres Wildlife Rehabilitation, tiny lives arrive on our doorstep in need of urgent, specialized care; squirrels orphaned after storms, opossums found alone and confused, young groundhogs displaced by development, and dozens of other small mammals who can’t survive without human help.

Our mission is simple: give them a second chance.

Our work is anything but simple: around-the-clock feedings, medical stabilization, species-specific diets, enrichment builds, behavioral development, safe outdoor pre-release housing, and ultimately, the joy of returning them to the wild where they belong.

This year, our fundraising goal is focused on expanding capacity, strengthening medical care, and supporting the next generation of wildlife stewards. Funds raised help us:

• Provide lifesaving treatment and formula for injured and orphaned babies

• Maintain and improve our new commercial rehabilitation facility

• Build and upgrade outdoor enclosures for species like groundhogs, rabbits, flying squirrels, and opossums

• Supply enrichment, nutrition, heating, and specialized equipment

• Train volunteers, interns, and future wildlife professionals

• Offer free community outreach that teaches coexistence and compassion

When you donate, you're not just giving money, you're giving shelter, safety, hope, and a wild future.

Let’s Give Hope. Let’s Give Wild. Let’s Give EXTRA.

What is one animal at Acorn Acres whose story touched your heart and why?

Belvedere! Because he was found alone and even though he is an opossum he doesn't opossum very well.

How has volunteering or supporting Acorn Acres changed the way you see wildlife and our community?

The amount of fight these small prey animals have in them and how they show appreciation for the help they receive. They don't hold grudges!

What do you wish more people understood about wildlife rehabilitation?

It can be sad and depressing, but seeing an animal recover, become itself again and return to the wild. There is no better reward!

Why are you choosing to give extra this year and what difference do you hope your support will make?

It is clearly needed and there are always animals in need. Even if only one animal receives help it is one more!