The Gulf Oil Spill

For months now, we have been hearing about the Gulf Oil spill tragedy. Recently, the oil has hit the beaches here in the Pensacola area. I have been looking for opportunities to donate to programs since I am not physically able or trained to help with clean up and rehabilitation of the wildlife affected by this spill.

Tri-State Bird Rescue and International Bird Rescue Research Center have facilities here in Pensacola, Florida, Theodore, Alabama, and Gulfport, Mississippi taking care of the wildlife in each state. If you are in an area affected by the spill and find oiled wildlife, please call 1.866.557.1401. Individuals are encouraged to call this number if an oiled animal is sighted.

Since BP has committed to funding the rescue and cleanup operations, donations cannot be accepted specifically for this purpose. However, you can donate to the above agencies to support other programs and even adopt a bird.

For the months of July and August, The Funk Soap Company will be donating 25% of each purchase to the IBRRC to support other programs and to assist in future rescue efforts.