Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc

About Us

Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc. (MWR) was founded in 1995 to meet the increasing need for wildlife assistance in north Mississippi. MWR is a non-profit organization assisting hundreds of injured and orphaned wild birds. MWR also offers a variety of education programs for community festivals, civic organizations and thousands of school children annually.

Our Mission

MWR is dedicated to caring for orphaned and injured native species of wildlife in Mississippi; and to educating the public on the importance of wildlife preservation and the protection of their native habitats.

Building the Ark

Arkabutla Lake Wildlife Rehabilitation & Nature Center (ARK) will facilitate the rescue, rehabilitation and release of Mississippi wildlife. The nature center will also feature hands on exhibits and classrooms open to the public. Did we mention the 2 mile nature trails!

News

Valery E. Smith Nature Center Announcement

January 23, 2025

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Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc. (MWR) is thrilled to formally announce our plans to open the Valery E. Smith Nature Center in 2025, made possible through a generous grant from Entergy’s Environmental Initiatives Fund. This exciting new community res ...

MWR Volunteer Spotlight – Ally Downen

January 23, 2025

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Volunteers are the hands, feet, and heart that power Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation’s (MWR) mission. We simply couldn’t do what we do without their incredible contributions of time and talent. Each month, we celebrate one of our amazing volunteers with a ...

MWR Minute – November 2024

December 6, 2024

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As we enter this season of Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the countless blessings that surround us—none more cherished than the unwavering support of our donors, community partners, and incredible volunteers. Together, you make second chances possible f ...