Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy Annual Benefit

Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy invites you to its Annual Benefit, an evening of conservation, community, and celebration set on a beautiful campus home to more than 500 rare and endangered birds.

This year, Ripley is honored to recognize Sy Montgomery, whose writing has inspired millions to see the natural world with curiosity, empathy, and wonder.

Building on a record-breaking 2025 gathering, the 2026 Benefit offers expanded opportunities to explore Ripley's newly transformed landscape and connect with its extraordinary collection of birds — many of which cannot be seen anywhere else in the United States, and in some cases, anywhere in the wild. These birds are ambassadors for a fragile future.

As habitats vanish and species quietly disappear, firsthand experiences with wildlife have never mattered more. Organizations like Ripley, and engaged individuals like you, play a vital role in ensuring that vulnerable species are not lost.