The RAAVE Adopt A Bird Program aids in the re-homing of birds that can no longer be kept by their owners should a change in life circumstances or health problems arise. Every effort is made to place birds in loving, responsible, permanent homes within the RAAVE membership.

Educational Programs are presented at the request of teachers, libraries and residential sites to promote interest and educational opportunities for members of the Northern Nevada area. Volunteers take a variety of birds and materials to the visits. Presentations include brief histories of the origin of the various species, displays of bird behaviors and information on the care and keeping of birds as pets and for breeding purposes.

Fundraising programs are held 2 times a year. The largest is the Exotic Bird Expo at the Reno Livestock Events Center Exhibit Hall on 1350 N. Wells Ave., Reno. Vendors from all over the west coast bring and sell wares from birds of all sizes, cages, toys, food, supplies arts and crafts, to jewelry and works of art. Admission is $6.00 per person, children 12 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. The second largest is our Annual Auction held on the 4th Saturday of March. Donations are varied and members keep things at a fever pitch as bidding of desired items come up.