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Illustration of a fast-flying Chimney Swift cruising low over a misty meadow of grass and flowers. This bird is a smooth gray-brown with a stubby body and long pointed wings, perfect for fast flight to catch up with flying insects.

Illustration of a male Hooded Warbler, a shining yellow sunbeam of a bird in a dark leafy woodland. He is very round and very yellow, with a black "hood" of feathers encircling his face, and cute little pink feet.

For oddincense on tumblr, and for their partner who also donated, two birds! Chimney Swift, and Hooded Warbler. Phew! Thanks to both of you, and to everyone else, for #Waymakers 2025! That's 37 birds done to raise funds for @theyoungcenter.bsky.social - you're all incredible! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a European Robin perched on a snowy log looking skyward with its head slightly tilted to the side. Snowflakes fall through the air over a pale grayish background, making the bird's bright orange throat and chest stand out.

A European Robin for @purpzie.com , thank you for your #Waymakers donation! And for a super fun bird choice, I've actually never done one of these before I think? they're so dang cute, here's one looking ahead to winter! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a pair of rose-breasted Grosbeaks over mottled green blurred foliage. The male, above, has a black head, deep red chest, white belly, and mottled black and white wings with a single red feather poking out from under his wrist. The female, below, is brown and white and cream with a streaked belly. Both have the enormous beaks that their species is named for.

For xayhra on tumblr, a Rose-breasted Grosbeak pair! Such gorgeous birds. Thank you for the #Waymakers donation!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Common Loon in alternate plumage rising up out of misty blue water to flap its wings, sending spots of shimmering water in every direction. The bird is lit by early morning yellow sunlight from the front. It has a black back and wings, white belly, white spots on the back, a fine white-striped collar on the neck, and dark red eyes.

Common Loon for Elizabeth M, who I don't have a social media handle for, so I hope you see this! Thank you for the #Waymakers donation - every bit counts when it comes to helping immigrant kids in the US!

🪶🎨 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a male American Kestrel perched on the dead stalk of a sunflower, golden and dry. He fans his rufous tail as he sits alert and watchful, head extended, as if looking for prey. He has a blue-gray brow with a dark reddish crown, white cheeks with black vertical bars, and lightly spotted orange and cream belly. Behind him is blue sky and the blurred remains of more dried sunflowers.

For sashabarkov on tumblr, a male American Kestrel! Here he is, scouring the field of dead sunflowers for mice feeding on the fallen seeds. Thanks for the #Waymakers donation!

The 2025 Waymakers Challenge ended Sept. 30 - check back next year if you missed your chance to donate! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a male Anna's Hummingbird, wings spread and beating fast as he flies straight toward the viewer. He has a shiny magenta head and a dull gray-green body, and tiny tiny little black feet. The background is dark with implied vegetation.

Anna's Hummingbird, for @aro-frog.bsky.social - thanks for your #Waymakers donation! I love these dramatic little guys haha, always so full of fight. 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a female Red-winged Blackbird perched sideways on the top stalk of a cattail, with the bottom covered in white fluff. She has a pointy gray beak, orange-tinted face, streaked belly, and dark tail. Similar to the males, the wrists of her wings are red, but otherwise this bird could be mistaken for a different species entirely by the unaware!

For oaky-dokey on tumblr, another #Waymakers donor, a Red-winged Blackbird! This female has herself a cotton candy wonderland in the form of downy white cattails in autumn, lucky her!

Thanks all for your patience as I wrap these up! 🎨🪶 #SciArt #BirdArt

Digital painting of a Least Bittern clinging to green reeds as it aims downward, watching the water carefully for movement. It has yellow eyes, a very sharp pointy beak, and a mottled gray-yellow-reddish back. The water surface is murky and covered in little green duckweed leaves.

For friendsofabracadaver on tumblr, a Least Bittern! Big thanks once again for the #Waymakers donation. The challenge is over for this year but I'll be wrapping up bird art for donors over the next couple weeks. Much appreciation to all of you who joined in!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Gray Catbird perched upright on a long stick, with a mottled abstract purple and gold foliage background. The bird is mostly gray with a dark cap and red undertail coverts, highlighted in gold with rim lighting implying late afternoon.

A Gray Catbird, for aurorawest on tumblr! Thank you for the #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate + request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds help unaccompanied immigrant children in the US via @theyoungcenter.bsky.social Ends Sept. 30 - one week left! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a fledgling Chipping Sparrow on a branch over a mottled woodland background with warm summer lighting. The bird has a rufous cap and cheek, a streaky breast, and a floppy yellow gape ("baby lips" for helping demand food from parents). It is very round, with fluffy loosely-textured juvenile feathers, and little pink feet.

For @kslivensky.bsky.social (GOT IT RIGHT this time sorry!!) a fledgling Chipping Sparrow! So fluffy, so round! Thank you for your #Waymakers donation!

For info + to donate & request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support immigrant kids in the US! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of a Yellow-billed Magpie in a field of yellow grass. Like most magpies it has a black head, white belly, white wing patch, and iridescent blue wing feathers. This one also has a yellow beak and bare yellow skin around the eye. It stands alert.

Yellow-billed Magpie for @kslivensky.bsky.social , thank you for your #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate & request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds assist unaccompanied immigrant children in the US via @theyoungcenter.bsky.social Ends Sept. 30! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Maned Owl perched on a branch among a dense green forest. The owl is mostly deep red in color, with a white crown and ear tufts, and mottled red and black on the wings. It has vibrant red eyes.

Maned Owl, for a generous anonmymous donor! Thanks for the #Waymakers donation, and the cool challenge of a bird with very little known about it!

For info + to donate & request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds help unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Burns & McDonnell wrapped up their United Way campaign with a day of giving back! Staff packed mindfulness kits for Child Protection Center & crafted affirmation bracelets + blankets for partner nonprofits. 🙌 #Waymakers #CommunityImpact

Illustration of a Blue-footed Booby walking toward the viewer. One yellow eye keeps an eye on the viewer while it raises a bright blue foot as part of its courtship display. The background is pale grass over a blue-gray sky.

Illustration of a Blue-necked Tanager on a mossy branch. The bird has a bright turquoise head, black breast band, mottled blue-black spotted belly, and yellow wing patches. The background is a warmly-lit tropical forest.

Blue-footed Booby & Blue-necked Tanager for friendsofabracadaver on tumblr, who donated doubles for a double batch! Thank you!

For more info on the #Waymakers challenge + to donate for a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support immigrant kids! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

On Day 2 of Community Fest, Waymakers™ brought their passion for service to CPKC Stadium, giving back before gathering to cheer on the KC Current. Because building a stronger KC starts with community, both on and off the field.

#Waymakers #KCBaby

Illustration of a Carolina Chickadee clinging to a leafy branch, bathed in warm gold autumn light. The bird's back is to us and it looks to its right. We can see its black cap, white cheek, black throat, green-gray back, and dark gray wings with thin whitish edges.

Carolina Chickadee for @120minute.bsky.social ! Thanks for your #Waymakers donation!

For info + to donate and request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support unaccompanied immigrant children in the US. Ends Sept. 30! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of an adult male Pileated Woodpecker climbing up onto a mossy log in a dark forest lit with spots of sunlight. He has a bright red crest and malar (moustache), a long pointed grayish beak, a golden iris, and white streaks leading from his face down to his shoulders.

Pileated Woodpecker for iamtheonethinginlifeicancontrol on tumblr! Thank you for the #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate & request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds aid unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US. Ends Sept. 30! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of a Fiery-throated Hummingbird perched on a branch with bright orange sunset colors behind. The hummingbird is a full rainbow of vivid colors - blue cap, green flanks, blue breast spot, and a bright red-orange throat.

Fiery-throated Hummingbird for @sandra-aamodt.bsky.social ! Thank you for your #Waymakers donation!

For info + to donate & request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support @theyoungcenter.bsky.social 's work to aid unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Common Nighthawk on the wing at sunset over dark purple and bright orange clouds. It turns in flight and opens its wide mouth to try and nab a moth out of the air. It is a brown mottled bird with lots of black and white speckling and barring, and two broad white bands near the tips of the wings.

A Common Nighthawk for amorphous-astrocyte on tumblr! Thanks for your #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate + request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US. Ends Sept. 30! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Crested Pigeon with abstract foliage in the background and some blurry leaves in the foreground. The pigeon is a pale gray-brown with a red-orange eye, a tall black crest, and barred back and wings with shining green and red feathers on the secondary coverts and secondaries.

Crested pigeon for @lanewcombe.bsky.social ! Thanks for your #Waymakers donation! These pigeons are so cool!

To donate & request a bird, see: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US via @theyoungcenter.bsky.social 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of a Fan-tailed Warbler on a downed branch in a forested stream. The bird is mostly charcoal-gray on the back, with a yellow crown stripe and white markings around the eye, and a bright orange belly. Blurry reflections of leaves surround the border of the image.

Fan-tailed Warbler for @mickingles.bsky.social ! Thank you for your #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate + request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds go to supporting unaccompanied immigrant kids navigating the US immigration system. Ends Sept. 30! 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of a male Northern Flicker in a bird bath. His beak is open and feathers very ruffled as he splashes water into the air. He has yellow under the wings, a spotted belly, a black curved chest band, and a black moustache.

For @parsingphase.dev , Stabby the Yellow-shafted Flicker having a great time in the bath! Thanks for your #Waymakers donation!

To donate to support immigrant kids in the US + request a bird, see: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

Ends Sept. 30!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of a Baudin's Black Cockatoo perched on a branch in front of a soft dreamy background of pastel vegetation. The cockatoo is dark charcoal-gray with a pale white-yellow cheek patch and pale outlines on its feathers. Its beak is slightly open as it chatters to an unseen neighbor, giving the impression of it smiling.

For @chromaticlamina.bsky.social a Baudin's Black Cockatoo! They always look like they're smiling, haha. Thanks for the #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate + request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

Help support the rights of immigrant kids in the US!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Digital illustration of a Heermann's Gull portrait on a misty beach. The gull has a white head, gray chest, and bright red beak and eyering. It looks calm and peaceful, much like the background, reminiscent of a cool foggy day on the west coast of North America.

Heermann's Gull for @jcthebird.bsky.social - got the name right this time! Thank you so much for your #Waymakers donation!

For more info + to donate and request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds support immigrant childrens' rights in the US!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Red-breasted Nuthatch creeping downward on a tree trunk in front of blurry bright sunny leaves. The bird is facing down, has a bright white eyebrow and black eyestripe, a pointy beak, red-orange belly, and gray-blue back.

Red-breasted Nuthatch for @jcthebird.bsky.social ! Thank you so much for your #Waymakers donation in support of immigrant kids' rights!

For more info + to donate and request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

Ends Sept. 30!

🎨🪶 #SciArt #BirdArt

Digital illustration of an Osprey flying over blue water with ghostly foggy trees in the background. The lighting is strong blue and gold, accentuating the bird's bright yellow eye on its otherwise black and white feathers.

Osprey, for lycorisrecoil @ tumblr! Thanks for the #Waymakers donation!

For info, and to donate and request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds go to supporting the rights of immigrant kids in the US. Ends Sept. 30!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a male American Goldfinch on a dead and dried flower stalk, now gone to seed. He is a bright golden yellow with an orange beak, little black cap, and black wings and tail. He is perched upright as if about to pluck seeds from the stalk, but has paused to look back at the viewer over his shoulder.

American Goldfinch for Lucy A! Thank you for your #Waymakers donation!

For info, to donate & request a bird: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All funds go toward helping unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US. They need it now more than ever!

🎨🪶 #SciArt #BirdArt

Digital illustration of a California Towhee perched on a mossy log in front of a grassy background. The towhee is a large brown sparrow with rust-colored highlights at the forehead, legs, and undertail. The color scheme of the bird and image are muted earth tones, evoking the chaparral habitats of the bird in California.

For datubooty on tumblr, a California Towhee! Thanks for your #Waymakers donation!

For more info and to request a bird, see: act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All money goes to @theyoungcenter.bsky.social , supporting unaccompanied immigrant kids in the US. Ends Sept. 30!

🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

Illustration of a Black-bellied Whistling duck in a patch of sunny nasturtiums. This duck has a long thin neck, a bright red beak, a chestnut colored body and the eponymous black belly.

Thank you for your #Waymakers donation, @piercee.bsky.social ! Here's a cute Black-bellied Whistling Duck in some nasturtiums. 🎨🪶 #BirdArt #SciArt

For more info see act.theyoungcenter.org/a/birdsbeyon...

All donations go to @theyoungcenter.bsky.social for their hard work supporting immigrant kids!