Get ready to shake your tailfeathers at Wildlife Rescue League’s
CRITTER CARNIVAL
Online Fundraiser
Sept 21 – Oct 11
Your contribution helps protect wildlife today and makes our first Wildlife Rehabilitation Center a reality—providing care, rescue, and education for years to come.
In-Person Celebration
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 | 1 – 3 PM
Historic Blenheim, 3610 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Enjoy delicious food and drinks, try your luck with raffles and other games, hear important updates about our programs, and visit with and learn about raptors, snakes, opossums, ducks, and others.
Meet Our Sponsors
Meet Our Amazing Exhibitors
Get up close with the passionate people helping us protect and understand Virginia’s native wildlife! This year’s Critter Carnival features special guests and exhibitors sharing live animal encounters, conservation knowledge, and unique wildlife products:
Heather & Dusty
Secret Garden Birds and Bees
A dedicated team of volunteers—including wildlife rehabilitators, falconers, and beekeepers—on a mission to connect communities with nature and native species
K2C Snake Consultants
Helping local communities coexist with native snakes through education, hands-on encounters, and expert conservation outreach.
Hawksbill Hope
Supporting sea turtle conservation and youth education in Belize through turtle tracking programs and community outreach.
Diva Crows Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Caring for injured and orphaned birds across Northern Virginia with the goal of returning them safely to the wild.
Dr. Burwell and the Snowy Owl
Try Your Luck at the Critter Carnival
Every raffle ticket helps rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wildlife, and you could take home something great. You’ll find VIP sports seats, handcrafted wildlife art, and baskets full of goodies. Buy your tickets when you register for the October 11 celebration, then cross your fingers (and your paws) for the drawing!
Experiences
Capitals VIP Experience
Customized Trip Planning
Women's Wellness Voucher
Home Organizing Services
Swag Bag & Animal Control Officer Ride-Along
Wildlife Art & Home
Hand-Painted Heron
Driftwood Heron
Fish Stencil Drawing
White House Ornaments
The Nest Egg
Gifts & Goodie Baskets
Playful Dog Basket
Fun Kitchen Basket
Lady's Invicta Watch
Body Care Products
Perfume
Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
RING MASTER - $5,000
- Opportunity to dedicate a Pond Observation Station (4 opportunities) or Birdhouse (2 opportunities) at the new Center
- Shoutout during event program with accompanying logo/graphic on screen
- Business name, logo and link to your website prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL social media, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- Will be highlighted in an interview article in the November Nutley News about the sponsor’s business and why they support Wildlife Rescue League
- Inclusion on honor wall at new Center
- Twelve tickets to attend
- Sponsorship announced in any press releases
GRANDSTAND - $2,500
- Opportunity to sponsor an ambassador animal station at Critter Carnival
- Business name, logo and link to your website prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL social media, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- Will be highlighted in an interview article in the November Nutley News about the sponsor’s business and why they support Wildlife Rescue League
- Included in honor wall at new Center
- Eight tickets to attend
- Sponsorship announced in any press releases
HEADLINER - $1,000
- Business name and logo prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL social media, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- Six tickets to attend
- Sponsorship announced in any press releases
BIG TOP - $750
- Business name and logo prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL social media, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- Four tickets to attend
- Sponsorship announced in any press releases
MIDWAY - $500
- Business name and logo prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL social media, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- Two tickets to attend
- Sponsorship announced in any press releases
RAPTOR PRESENTATION - $300 (1 opportunity)
- One company/person may sponsor the raptor presentation by Secret Garden Birds & Bees at the in-person event
- Business name and logo prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL Facebook page, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- One ticket to attend
CARNIVAL GAMES- $250 (2 opportunities)
- Business name and logo prominently displayed on WRL website, WRL Facebook page, promotional flyers, event poster and in the October issue of the Nutley News
- One ticket to attend
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
CRITTER CARNIVAL
Whether you’re joining us online during the fundraiser or celebrating in person on October 11, every dollar raised helps Wildlife Rescue League rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wildlife across our community. So grab your friends and family, mark your calendars, and get ready to shake your tailfeathers for a great cause — we can’t wait to see you at the Critter Carnival!
