The Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic at the Howell Nature Center, a facility that specializes in rehabilitating injured and orphaned wildlife, is set to reopen after an incredible demonstration of community support that raised more than $100,000 in a single week. Nearly 900 contributors helped the center recover from a financial problem that was exacerbated by a sad event and continuous increases in running costs, according to CBS News Detroit. Known for caring for more than 2,000 exotic species a year, the clinic had to close, and CEO Tina Bruce said it was “struggling to stay afloat.”
According to CBS News Detroit, an unanticipated event involving a 12-year-old youngster camping on the property caused some of the large revenue losses. The drive’s donations will not only make up the shortfall, but any extra money raised would help the center continue helping wildlife. A financial rallying cry from the community, which included a donation frenzy that resulted in $48,000 last Friday, has enabled a quick financial reversal despite the previous setbacks, allowing the center to achieve its year-end goal.
The donations came in from all directions, according to FOX 2 Detroit, with donors traveling as far away as Florida and beyond Michigan’s borders. With over 40 checks arriving in one day, Tina Bruce said she was amazed by the outpouring of support. In addition to revitalizing the clinic’s operations, this financial recovery will make it easier to rehire employees who were let go as a result of cost-cutting measures.
According to a statement acquired by Livingston Daily, the Howell Nature Center will provide free entry on Saturday as a thank you to the community and intends to hold another appreciation day in the spring. Bruce stated, “We just want to say thank you to the community.” To ensure continued support for its various projects, which include but are not limited to the clinic, educational programs, and conservation work, the center is still accepting donations. Donations to assist the center’s mission can still be given via mail or online.
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