The birds are why we're here

The Gabriel Foundation

Parrots,
their lives…

Our choice.

The Gabriel Foundation is a 501(c)(3) avicultural and veterinary affiliated parrot welfare organization licensed by the State of Colorado and USDA, whose mission and purpose is to provide safe sanctuary and care for parrots in need, to match extraordinary birds with caring adopters, and to inspire and encourage all to responsibly improve the lives of companion parrots.

Elizabeth, Colorado · Since 1995

GIVING SEASON AT TGF

Put your love for parrots into action.

Your support helps provide food, veterinary care, enrichment, and daily care for TGF’s birds.

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Give from our wishlist

Food, toys, and everyday supplies for the aviary.

2027 The Gabriel Foundation Calendar

Our 2027 calendar

A year of photos featuring the birds of TGF.

For you & your bird

A little help
along the way.

Practical support for the people who care for parrots, through everyday needs and life’s changes.

Care for your bird while you’re away.

Services and appointment information.

Support for understanding your bird.

Information for life’s changes.

A Colorado parrot welfare organization

A place for bird lovers.

The Gabriel Foundation provides sanctuary and care for parrots in need, helps birds find caring adopters, and offers education to improve the lives of companion parrots.

Adopt

Learn about our adoption process and the birds looking for homes.

Sponsor

Support a bird’s care and stay connected to life at TGF.

Volunteer

Share your time and skills with the team caring for our flock.

Come a little closer

There’s a whole
world in here.

See our aviary and adoption center, meet the birds, and learn about the care that shapes their days.

Plan your visit to Elizabeth, Colorado.

Watch our digital tour

Learn with TGF

Curiosity is
good company.

Build your understanding of parrots, from everyday care to the questions that keep you learning.

Free · At your own pace

BBB

Beyond Bird Basics

A practical foundation for understanding and caring for companion parrots.

Health & anatomy
Enrichment
Food & nutrition
Behavior & training

Watch. Listen. Learn.

Webinars

Explore conversations about parrot behavior, health, welfare, and life in our care.

Keep exploring

Resources & outreach

Find educational links and learn how TGF shares parrot education in the community.

On the calendar

What’s
coming up.

Events, learning opportunities, and ways to join in.

Avian veterinarians & emergency resources

Know where to turn.

Find avian veterinary practices and emergency-care resources. Contact the practice directly to confirm availability.

Understanding parrots

There’s always more,

Explore webinars, tour the property and find ways to keep learning

Keep the conversation going

Webinar Archive

Explore TGF webinars and find more opportunities to learn about parrots and their care. Browse a range of topics presented by veterinarians, aviculturists, and other experts in the avian community.

Learn at your own pace

Book a Tour

Visit our aviary in Elizabeth, Colorado, to meet the birds and see how we care for them. Our tours offer a chance to ask questions, get to know TGF, and learn more about life with parrots.

In the community

Explore Outreach

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We bring parrot education into the community through school presentations, local events, and hands-on activities. Connect with us to explore an outreach program for your school or community group.

The Front Perch

A little more
life with the flock.

Bird stories, educational resources, upcoming events, and ways to help, delivered to your inbox.

Stay in the loop.

Follow life at TGF