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Sanctuary Wish List
MEBS Donation Wishlist
This is a general list of supplies that we need:
FOOD
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High-quality organic pellets (Harrison’s, TOP’s, Roudybush, etc.)
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Unsalted nuts in the shell (walnuts, almonds, pistachios, pecans, etc.)
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Freeze-dried or dehydrated veggies and fruits
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Nut butters (unsalted, no added sugar, no xylitol)
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Fresh produce (apples, carrots, leafy greens, peppers, berries, etc.)
ENRICHMENT
Toys aren’t just “fun” — they’re essential for mental health and preventing boredom.
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Foraging toys (shreddable boxes, cardboard, palm leaf toys, vine balls)
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Wooden toys made from untreated pine or bird-safe hardwoods
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Bird-safe perches or swings
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Puzzle/interactive feeders
CAGES & STANDS
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Large parrot cages (new or gently used, no rust, stainless steel preferred)
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Playstands or tree stands (new or like new condition)
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Natural wood perches (manzanita, java, dragonwood) – good for foot health
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Stainless steel food and water bowls
CLEANING & CARE SUPPLIES
Sanctuary life is messy! These items help us keep everything fresh and safe:
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Paper towels
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Unscented baby wipes
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White vinegar and baking soda (safe cleaning)
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Bird-safe disinfectants (Chlorhexidine or F10)
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HEPA air purifiers and replacement filters
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Laundry detergent (free & clear, no fragrance)
HEALTH & SAFETY
We keep a close eye on every bird’s well-being.
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Bird first aid supplies (styptic powder, vet wrap, syringes for feeding)
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Travel carriers (small, medium, and large)
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Scales for weighing parrots
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Humidifiers (for dry air seasons)
MISC
The little things that keep us running smoothly:
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Towels, blankets, and sheets (new or gently used)
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Stainless steel kitchen bowls (for chop prep)
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Freezer bags and food storage containers
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Gift cards to local grocery stores for produce runs
Retail Gift Cards are always appreciated: Home Depot, Lowe's, Wal-Mart, Kroger, Amazon.com, etc. for maintenance, building, supplies and grocery runs.
Donations Drop Off Location:
All About Birds store
31847 TX-249
Pinehurst, TX 77362
Tel: 281-259-2700
*Call to set up a time to drop off items during open hours.
Other Ways To Give
Kroger
If you shop at Kroger, eligible purchases you make with your Shopper’s Card will contribute to MEBS at no extra cost to you via their Community Rewards program. Kroger donates to enrolled organizations based on members’ spending.
How to add MEBS as your preferred charity:
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Go to Kroger’s Community Rewards page and sign in to your Kroger digital account (or create one).
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In your account, open Community Rewards → Link your Card to an organization.
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Search for "Magnolia Exotic Bird Sanctuary Inc”. If a number is requested, use EIN 27-4734382.
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Select the organization and Save.
All About Birds
100% of all proceeds from purchases at All About Birds (Pinehurst, TX) goes directly to MEBS.
If you live locally, consider buying your bird supplies (food, toys, perches, cages, etc) and bird-themed gifts at All About Birds.
Support Our Sponsors
By supporting our sponsors, you are supporting MEBS. They support us year-round with monetary donations and with their time. Many are also volunteers for MEBS. We appreciate and support them for being valuable members of the avian community.
Amazon Wishlist
Our Amazon Wishlist makes it simple for you to provide direct, tangible help.
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🦜 Immediate Impact – From food to enrichment toys, your gift arrives quickly and makes a difference the moment it’s unboxed.
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💚 Transparency – You know exactly what your donation is funding. No guesswork—just direct support for the birds’ daily needs.
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🎁 Tailored Care – Our team carefully curates the wishlist to include only the items our parrots truly need, whether it’s specialized diets, safe toys, cleaning supplies that keep their environments healthy, or tools to maintain their enclosures or transport them when needed.
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🌱 Stress-Free Giving – Shopping the wishlist is an easy, convenient way to support MEBS from anywhere in the world, with no need to coordinate drop-offs or wonder what’s most useful.
When you shop from our Amazon Wishlist, you’re not just sending supplies—you’re sending hope, comfort, and care to parrots who deserve a second chance at a happy life.
