THE TMMSN WISH LIST
Financial
Contributions SALT: Alice's water
must be maintained at the correct salinity. The salt is
currently cost the TMMSN about $800 every two weeks. This is a
high priority need! You can make a contribution toward the
salt in the above form. ANTIBIOTICS: Alice's
antibiotics are EXPENSIVE. We must maintain Alice's meds as
part of her rehabilitation. You can make a contribution toward
the antibiotics in the above form. The following items on our wish list are needed for the daily operations of the Texas Marine
Mammal Stranding Network and all donated items and funds will go toward the mission of TMMSN of rescue
and rehabilitation, research and education with regard to the marine mammals of the Texas Gulf Coast.
The following list contains some specific needs of our Network, but is by no means an exhaustive list
or is meant to be restrictive in any way. The websites that the items are linked to serve as a convenient
way for the public and supporters to view and order the specific item listed. Of course, supporters
are also welcome to drop by the State Office to make donations of items listed if they are in the area. To all of our volunteers, members, and generous supporters, we can't say
"Thank You" enough!
WISH LISH UPDATED APRIL 2008
The TMMSN is a non-profit
organization in which all donations are considered tax
deductible contributions.
IMMEDIATE EXPENSES
NEEDING REIMBURSEMENT:
Click for Information on a New TMMSN Urgent Need: Mini-Excavator, Backhoe, or Tractor with Bucket Attachment
Grey Dolphin Mascot Costume - Style #MUS37319
Cost: $945.00
We need this
dolphin costume to help draw attention and raise awareness
for our cause at important fund raising and educational
events!
To date $35.00
has been underwritten toward this need. Updated March 2008.
Click on the link above the description of each item to
order.
Research and
Rehabilitation Supplies
Surgical Scalpels
Cost: $7.99
The disposable sterile scalpels will be put to use in
necropsies for research and education. #20
Box of 10, #21 Box of 10, #22 Box of 10, #23 Box of 10.
Large Animal Dissection Kit
Cost: $69.99
This complete anatomy dissecting kit will replace our
current tools which are quickly rusting away after our 2007 Unusual
Mortality Event.
Disposable Syringes w/Needles
Cost: $26.79 - $41.99
We use the syringes with the needles above... on a regular
basis to administer necessary meds to our live animals in rehab and
for diagnostic purposes and research. Terumo Syringes 21Gx1",
3cc Box of 100, 5cc Box of 100, 10cc Box of 100
Disinfectant
Cost: $42.99
We try our best to keep things clean and free of any bugs
that might make our live animals sick. Nolvasan is our
disinfectant of choice. 1 Gallon Bottles.
Update April 2008: 26 Gallons Donated! Thank You!
Whirlpack Storage Bags or Call 1-800.537.9724
Cost: $86.43
The samples bags are a necessity when taking and shipping organs
during a necropsy. The test results we get back from
these samples tells us what may be going wrong with our marine
mammals. 6"x9" x 3 mil. Case of 500.
Earloop Medical Grade Masks
Cost: $9.99
We need these masks to protect our volunteers during medical and rehabilitation procedures.
50 ct. box
Non-Powdered Latex Exam Gloves
Cost: $39.13
Case of Small, Medium, Large - Each case contains 10 boxes of 100 gloves.
Non-Powdered Vinyl Exam Gloves
Cost: $30.43
Case of Small, Medium, and Large - Each case contains 10 boxes of 100 gloves
Office and Maintenance Supplies
Inkjet Printer Cartridges
Cost: $49.00
The printing at the office never seems to stop and our printers often run dry.
HP Triple Pack HP56, HP57
Lexmark 16/17, Lexmark 26/27
Portable Shelter
Cost: $109.18
We use these portable shelters for training exercises, fund raising events, and network socials. We can use a couple of more to replace our aging shelters.
10' x 10', (2 Needed)
Postage Stamps (42c and 27c)
We are constantly in need of postage stamps at the office.
We'll accept postage stamps or if you'd rather just donate some money here on our site
we'll use that money toward the purchase of more stamps.
High Back Bar Stools
Cost: $39.99
We need these high-backed bar stools for our hardworking volunteers on the deck of the Aquacell
as they monitor our live patients in rehabilitation. (2)
Needed.
Intex Easy-Set Pool Cover
Cost: $19.25
Part #18920
15' Diameter
Steel Tube Hose Cart w/Wire Basket
Cost: $ 62.81
This heavy-duty hose cart will serve us well around the Aquacell.
In-store pick-up only.
Rubbermaid 18 Gal Rough-Tote Storage Container w/Lid
Cost: $6.97
We need 10 of these durable storage containers to keep things dry and organized.
3M Self-Healing Laminating Sheets
Cost: $14.88
The office uses these laminating sheets frequently for Membership Cards,
Volunteer badges, and more.
Box of 25 (2)
Bottled Water
Cost: $6.86
We need to make sure our thirsty volunteers stay hydrated in our hot Texas climate.
Case of 24
Trash Bags
Cost: $12.22
13 gal, Box of 100
Large Clean-Up Trash Bags
Cost: $13.44
33 gal, Box of 90
Toilet Paper
Cost: $17.58
45 rolls/case
Liquid Bleach
Cost: $2.23
96 oz. Bottles
Anti-Bacterial Soap
Cost: $6.84
1 Gal. Bottle
Disinfecting Wipes
Cost: $12.62
Pack of 4
Printer/Copy Paper
Cost: $25.89
Case of 500 Sheets, 8 1/2" x 11"
Bubble Wrap
Cost: $23.13
12' x 100' Roll in a Box
Medications and Supplements - Please help us keep our supplements in stock for our rescues!
Calcium w/Vitamin D
Cost: $8.83
600 mg pills
Pepto-Bismol
Cost: $8.12
16 oz. bottles or larger
Bottles of Pedialyte or other Pediatric Electrolyte
Gas-X
Cost: $13.72
Pack of 120 Softgels