Fellow Mortals, Inc.
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February 10, 2011
Yvonne and Steve provide the most capable and compassionate care to orphaned, injured and diseased wildlife. Their dedication, along with their volunteers and interns, has saved the lives of thousands of animals who would have died miserable deaths without Fellow Mortals. They have effectively colloborated with veterinarians, other wildlife rehabilitators, donors and volunteers to provide superior care to the animals entering their facility. I am thankful for their guidance, encouragement and service provided over the past 20 years which we have known them.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have been able to participate in providing care to wildlife under the direction and encouragement of Yvonne and Steve at Fellow Mortals.
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If I could change Fellow Mortals, it would be only to help it grow into a sustainable, state-of-the-art medical and rehabilitation center which could serve wildlife in a broader region for many years to come. I would also publicize all of the good things they do for the community and wildlife through their pure hearts, compassion and genuine love of God's creation.
February 9, 2011
When Anyone's GOD looks down on us with a questioning eye and considers "are the earth's inhabitants doing the good that is expected of them?" The FELLOW MORTALS HOSPITAL will stand out. Any GOD will see the 24/7 human being aide to the small less capable wild animals is exactly as all GOD's would desire. All faiths require we act as responsible keepers of the space we inhabit. FELLOW MORTALS fulfills this destinay with unrestricted commitment, tireless response and unconditional love. They always have and surely will continue to do so.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
We have taken several animals to their hospital where they spent a great deal of time trying to encourage recovery so they could release them again to their WILD.
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I would not change a thing except it would be nice if they could get more cash flow for building programs.
February 8, 2011
I have been a donor, volunteer, fellow professional and much more.
Steve and Yvonne, the principals in Fellow Mortals, are dedicated beyond the point of belief. They are singular people with an amazing level of dedication.
They have give their lives to wildlife rehabilitation and I have so much admiration for them.
The world would be poorer without their efforts.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
their core mission.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
More money, better financed.
February 7, 2011
I've been very fortunate to have interned at Fellow Mortals Wildlife Hospital a few years ago. I continue to regard my experiences there to be some of the most important, meaningful ones in my life. There is a true need for a wildlife hospital in so many areas, and Fellow Mortals serves its surrounding community so well. The staff there are so dedicated to the wildlife in their care, and they are extremely knowledgable and attentive to their patients. Every year, I look forward to attending their annual auction, because I know firsthand that every penny goes toward the care of those animals staying in the hospital.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
witnessing firsthand many successful releases of different patients that were rehabbed at Fellow Mortals.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
advertise it more to the surrounding communities, so they know they have a place to go if they find wildlife in need of care.
February 6, 2011
I've had the privilege of working on the development of Fellow Mortals facilities for the care of orphaned and injured wildlife from time to time over the past twenty years.
I'm most impressed with their dedication to the care of each and every individual creature that is presented to Fellow Mortals for care, from the tiniest orphaned hatchling to the greviously injured adult, the value and potential of every single life is honored.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Awareness and appreciation of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation through education and participation.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
It would be wonderful to develop a broader means of educating the public in regards to co-existing and caring for wildlife.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Some
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)
New friends.
How did this volunteer experience make you feel?
Appreciated.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 1, 2011
I've spent some time working with Fellow Mortals (non-humans and humans alike) and always come away with a feeling of satisfaction that I've helped the universe and made things better for others. The owners do this on a daily basis (24x7x365) and need our help to enable them to provide the best care possible.
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April 22, 2010
Fellow Mortals is an organization that is a huge part of our community. Without it, there would be no hope for the injured birds and mammals that are found near and far. They give every single animal a chance that it may never have seen. The love and care that goes into each and every patient at the hospital truly shows the compassion that man can hold for wild things. I have been proud over the years to say that I am even remotely associated with such a great group of people. It is in a selfish way though, as being part of a higher mission only makes me a better person. Every single person that I know who has come in contact with Fellow Mortals has been changed in one way or another for the better. I cannot express the good they do, and will continue to do no matter what obstacles stand in their way.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Selfless and caring, not only with the love they give the animals but with the public and volunteers as well.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Change the midwest's rate of release for injured and orphaned animals. It could provide much needed education to the public and school children. It could become everything it always dreamed of becoming.
Ways to make it better...
I had extra income to be able to donate regularly to the organizations needs.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding.
One thing I'd also say is that...
Everyone should be able to experience Fellow Mortals, it would change your life.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
April 20, 2010
Words cannot describe the feeling which overcomes you when you see an injured animal. At times I will see a bird which has just been hit by a car laying in the middle of the road, panicking; and people just keep driving around it and some would not even take the time to do that. Fellow mortals is a sanctuary for these souls to come 'bounce back' and at times a safe peaceful place to 'carry on' it's journey. The staff at fellow mortals work countless hours caring for these animals as if they were their own children. Faces beem on release day when an animal is finally 'set free' to return to it's natural environment, and the commitment and effort has finally paid off. And on the day that an animal is so badly injured that there is nothing that can be done, tears are shed. I know; I have heard these stories. I am from Canada and my daughter has been a rehabilitator at the hospital for almost 5 years now. When I visit Jess I will go to the hospital and help in any way I can. I miss my daughter very much but I believe in what she does and I am very proud of what she does. I beleive this organization has used it's expertise to better educate the community in interactions with wildlife. More people should read the stories on their website. I believe it would open many eyes and hearts as to what the excerpt on Fellow Mortals' home page means 'A Living Philosophy based on the belief that encouraging compassion in humans toward all life brings out the finest aspects of humanity. God Bless each and every one of them!!!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
releasing birds and opposums
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
try to find more ways of fundraising for them
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the feeling I get hearing the stories and just being around the animals
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
unbelievably committed and caring people.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
CHANGE THE WORLD!!!!!
Ways to make it better...
I had more time
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
April 11, 2010
We were fortunate enough to meet the staff at Fellow Mortals when we brought in an injured opossum we found in our yard. At that time we were welcomed by Karen, a most helpful young woman, who handled our frightened rescue with immediate concern and compassion. She was our first encounter with this wonderful organization, and when we read more about their operation and facility, started by Steven and Yvonne Blane, we decided to do what we could to help. I volunteered to sew cage pads for the animals, and my husband got involved in some carpentry and outdoor work projects around the place. We also participated in their annual fundraiser, an outstanding event. Our love of animals led us to support Fellow Mortals, because we saw their genuine dedication to helping injured, abandoned and frightened creatures. When you picture the hours and hours of all-day feeding schedules for baby birds and animals, you can only imagine the patience, love, and devotion this staff has for their “fellow mortals.” My husband felt fortunate to participate in squirrel releases and also some raptor releases, experiences that he said touch the heart deeply. We will continue to support this wonderful organization. They are committed to ongoing superior care, they give their time, (and yes, talents—Yvonne writes the most beautiful articles about the animals, as do many of her highly skilled staff,)keeping folks informed about the view of life from the animals’ world. What amazing and gracious people these are, helping those without a “voice.”
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the care given when we brought an injured animal, and their complete dedication to each animal's welfare.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing the dedication and compassion displayed by the staff, and the feeling that through volunteering for this group, we were able to help, even in small ways, to make life better for the animals.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
outstanding!
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
continue on as professionally as before, but with the ability to hire even more staff, and help out even more needy wild creatures.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
April 11, 2010
Fellow Mortals is a very special place.. When a wild animal or bird is injured there is a somewhere they can go to receive the care they deserve as beings who do not have a voice for themselves. The staff at Fellow Mortals treat each wild creature admitted with such deep compassion and the deep respect they deserve. I am always moved in my heart to witness their dedication and devotion to the wild life we all share our lives with. There are so many touching stories that can be told about the many, many encounter's with the spirit of the wild animals and bird's who make their way to the facility for care and rehabilitation. Yvonne is a master weaver of words and her writing is truly a gift to the world. Yvonne has been consistently publishing newsletter's to update and inform the public of the accomplishments, and state of Fellow Mortals as well as generously sharing her experiences, feelings and perspective's through her stories. I am always encouraged to look deeper within myself as I read her words of wisdom and how she shares from her heart.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
watching the organization grow into their dream step by step.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Pay the staff more and buy the extra needed equipment and space needed for the animal's and birds.
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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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