Birdathon Donations
A direct donation is the most immediate and simple way to support SFVAS programs and ensure our 2026 Birdathon reaches its fundraising goals.
- One-Time Gift: Enter an amount to donate today – supporting the team(s) of your choice or one gift for the entire appeal. Every dollar goes directly toward the San Fernando Valley Audubon Society’s mission and particularly to support our Sepulveda Basin Environmental Education program.
- Tax-Deductibility: The California Audubon Society dba San Fernando Valley Audubon Society is an Internal Revenue Code §501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with Tax ID (EIN) 95-1856339, all donations are deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services were received in exchange for your donation.
Birdathon Pledges
A pledge is a high-stakes, exciting way to support our teams! By pledging a specific dollar amount per species identified, you turn every bird spotted into direct funding for our conservation and education efforts.
- How it Works: Choose one or more teams and pledge an amount for each unique species they identify during their Birdathon 2026 event.
- The Impact: Pledging creates a “bonus” incentive for our volunteers to find as many species as possible.
- Post-Event: We will contact you with the final species count and your total contribution amount. You can then fulfill your pledge using our secure form.
Pledge an Amount per Species | Fulfill Pledge
Full List of Birdathon Events
April 1 – Sheldon Arleta Park
Walk Leader: Rod Rodriguez
Estimated Species: 25
Final Species Count: 35 (Ebird List)
April 11 – Lake Balboa
Walk Leader: Alexander deBarros
Estimated Species: 40
Final Species Count: 45 (Ebird List)
April 18 – Harmon Canyon Preserve
Start Time: 7:30 AM
Estimated Species: 45
Walk Leader: Kris Ohlenkamp
Contact: kris.ohlenkamp@sbcglobal.net
April 18 – Serrania Park, Woodland Hills
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Estimated Species: 30
Walk Leader: Paula Orlovich & Jolene Herz
Contact: RSVP (747) 237-3720
April 19 – Malibu Creek State Park
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Estimated Species: 35-40
Walk Leader: Katheryn & David Barton
Contact: katheryn.barton@gmail.com
April 21 – O’Melveny Park
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Estimated Species: 30
Walk Leader: Paula Orlovich
Contact: RSVP (747) 237-3720
April 25 – Hansen Dam
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Estimated Species: 40
Walk Leader: Pat Bates & Hansen Harriers
Contact: batesbird@gmail.com
May 2 – Aliso Canyon Park
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Estimated Species: 30
Walk Leader: Charlie Wilken
Contact: cswilken@gmail.com
May 3 – Sepulveda Basin
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Estimated Species: 60
Walk Leader: Alexander deBarros
Contact: alexanderdebarros@yahoo.com
May 9 – Glendale Narrows
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Estimated Species: 35
Walk Leader: Bruin Birding Club & Junco Grad Students
Contact: jfdiliberto@g.ucla.edu
May 17 – CSUN Campus
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Estimated Species: 30-35
Walk Leader: Natalie Beckman-Smith
Contact: nataliebeckmansmith@yahoo.com
Malibu and Nearby
Date/Time: TBD
Estimated Species: 50
Walk Leader: Allan & Muriel Kotin
Lori Willis Memorial Fund
Date/Time: TBD
Estimated Species: TBD
Walk Leader: John and Andrew Willis
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email Richard Davis at birdathon@sfvaudubon.org
Thank you for supporting SFVAS’s annual Birdathon! Rest assured that your valuable contribution will be put to good use.
The California Audubon Society dba San Fernando Valley Audubon Society is an Internal Revenue Code §501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with Tax ID (EIN) 95-1856339, all donations are deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services were received in exchange for your donation
