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Angels Without Wings, Inc.

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Join us in Honoring the Legacy of 399. Your support matters!

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National Museum of Wildlife Art - Jackson, WY

Against All Odds - A New Monument Honoring Grizzly 399

399 became a symbol of hope, an inspiration, and was a true testament to the delicate balance of nature.


This monument will be placed at the main entrance of the prestigious National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole, WY!


WEBSITE: Visit 399Monument.com to learn all about Grizzly 399 and how you can join us!

Please Donate Here

Capturing Our Mission: A Photo Story of the 399 Monument

    Join Angels Without Wings in Making this Monument a Reality

    LEGACY OF LOVE - HONORING GRIZZLY 399

    Grizzly 399 touched the hearts of millions of fans with her remarkable story of resilience, motherhood, and grace, and transcended the boundaries for wildlife observation, captivating the hearts of those that followed her journey. She became a symbol of hope, an inspiration, and was a true testament to the delicate balance of nature. She was a true Angel Without Wings as she brought her inspiration and awareness about the critical challenges facing grizzly bear populations, and the need to take action to protect their habitats.

    Three Unique Fundraising Opportunities: The queen's heart initiative, Museum Archival box, Monument bronze Donor Plaque

    We have several wonderful ways for you to forever be part of this incredible monument

    The Grizzly 399 Monument Team is thrilled to announce three unique opportunities to weave your own story into the monumental tribute. Whether through a personal photo/note (Museum Archival Box), or by having your name placed within the sculpture itself (The Queen's Heart), or on the Monument Bronze Donor Plaque, you can ensure your support is preserved for generations to come. 


    WE INVITE YOU TO BECOME PART OF THE LEGACY! 

    PLEASE Donate Now

    THE QUEEN'S HEART INITIATIVE

    THE HEART OF THE MONUMENT

    (Inclusion in a Permanent Monument Archival Container)

    For a $399+ donation, and a truly eternal connection, your name will be printed on acid-free archival paper and placed within a stainless steel, hermetically sealed container which will be permanently affixed within 399's heart space in the monument, sealed and protected indefinitely. The names will be registered inside the museum but the cylinder can never be accessed after placement. (Final inclusion date August 25, 2026)

    Queen"s Heart Initiative -- Please donate here

    MUSEUM ARCHIVAL BOX

    THE LIVING ARCHIVE

    (Inclusion in the Museum Archival Box) For a $39.90+ donation, your personalized 5"×7" (single thickness) photo or notecard will be preserved in a professional archival box (10"x12"x16") housed within the National Museum of Wildlife Art. This collection will remain accessible to museum visitors and contributors upon request, creating a "living history" of those who loved and protected 399. Mailings received by August 25 will be delivered for viewing on monument dedication day (September 9, 2026). This opportunity expires when the box capacity is reached. 


    Note: $399 donors will be included in both options. Previous donors can opt-in or upgrade to qualify. All donations will be applied directly to the funding of the 399 monument. Thank you for your support!❤️    


    Instructions: Mail a single thickness photo or notecard (maximum size 5"×7") with your name and address included to:Angels Without Wings/For Grizzly 399, 6 Archer Glen Court, Greensboro, NC 27407  


    IMPORTANT: Submissions sent directly to the museum will not be accepted.  


    Be part of 399's living history!

    MUSEUM ARCHIVAL BOX -- Please donate here

    MONUMENT BRONZE DONOR PLAQUE

    PERMANENT PLACEMENT AT THE MONUMENT

    For donations of $5,000+, you are guaranteed permanent placement on the Monument Donor Plaque - size and order of placement dependent on size of donation and secured upon receipt of donation. 


     *****❤️*****


    Every donation is tax-deductible through Angels Without Wings, Inc. (EIN: 27-0992180). Every donation, no matter how large or small, will also receive a “Certificate of Thanks and Appreciation” and posted on the Website Donor Wall on the Grizzly 399 Monument website (399Monument.com), and here on the Angels Without Wings website.


    However, we are also taking pledges at this time which saves one a spot on the plaque, however not the actual placement. One can convert their pledge into a donation at any time, but actual placement is secured when the donation is received. Donors can sign a pledge (enclosed) which secures their spot on the plaque.


    To read all about the legacy of Grizzly 399, please go to the 399Monument.com website to learn more! 

    Monument donor plaque -- Please donate here

    399 Legacy of Love Financial Proposal

    If you have any questions in the document below, be sure to reach out to us!

    Honoring Grizzly 399 Financial Proposal_Final R (pdf)

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    We crossed the $230,000 mark!

    Donations to Date!

    $231,023.512 out of $495,000 has been raised to date! We are at 467%! 

    Let's keep it going! 

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    Grizzly 399 Donor Wall

    Join Us!

    PLAZA SPONSORSHIP: $100,000+

         In honor of Sandy Motzer who loved 399 and her 4 Cubs - Seattle, WA


    DIAMOND DONORS: $75,000+

          Tim & Sandy Day - Timothy T. Day Foundation, Inc. - Phoenix, AZ


    TITANIUM DONORS: $25,000



    PLATINUM DONORS  $10,000+

         Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming - Lander, WY

         Doreen Wise - Jackson, WY 


    GOLD DONORS  $5,000+
    The Kemmons Wilson, Jr. Family - Memphis, TN

    Todd Matthew Callaway - Galax, VA

    Edison House - Salt Lake City, UT

    Flying Saddle Resort - Alpine, WY

    Jackson Hole Winery - Jackson Hole, WY

    Curtis and Kelly Kayem and Family - Houston, TX

    Emily J Knobloch Foundation - Jackson, WY

    Lisa Margolis - Los Angeles, CA

    Kenneth and Jane Valach

    Michelle Weyler & Jim Ward - Montana - With a tear and a smile 399, Always and forever.

    Brian Yablonski - Bozeman, MT


    SILVER DONORS  $2,500+



    BRONZE DONORS  $1,000+
    Greg Balvin and Sandy Mell (three Queen's Heart) - Alpine, WY

    Joy Howard - Ashland VA

    Wanda Parrott - Corvallis, OR

    Ellen Raisbeck

    Joe and Denise Rice

    Karen Tipton - Abbeville, Alabama <3 - In Memory of Grizzly Momma Bear 399. With love.

    Carol and Ramon Tome Family Fund of the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, GA

    On behalf of Grizzly Bear 399 Legacy And More - Montana 

         -- Michelle Weyler and Jim Ward

    Patricia Wilson - Hillsborough, CA 


    "THE QUEEN'S HEART" DONORS $399+

         Steve & Donna Seamons - Jackson, WY

         Greg Balvin & Sandy Mell - Alpine, WY

         Diane Gilbert

         Mary Finegan

         Nadine Sullivan - Friday Harbor, WA

         Linda & Michael Irrgang - Topsham, Maine

         Cynthie Fisher - Hamilton, MT

         Karen Tipton - Abbeville, Alabama <3 - In Memory of Grizzly Momma Bear 399. With love.

         Sally Daniel & Liz Thiel

         Kimberly Vercande, DVM

         Robert Field

         Lisa Robertson - Jackson, WY

         Ruta Sandlin

         Sandra Goldwater

         Lorna Orick

         Kim Wolter

         Michelle Weyler & Jim Ward - Montana

         Darrell & Debbie Poynter - Paris, KY

         Darlene Dinwoodie

         Marcela Herdova - Ruby Hour Photo Art

         Sandy Ellison

         Heather M. Carver - Greenfield Center, NY

         Deby Dixon Photography - Gardiner, MT

         The Grizzly Adams Company - Coeur d'Alene, ID

         Michelle Smith - Forty Fort, PA

         Connie Hollstein - Fort Worth, TX - In honor of the "Stroope Troop" who followed 399 for years! 

         Becky Redell

         Helen and Bob Stern, Caylyn Tobin - Alpine, Wyoming

         Al Engelland

         Greg Balvin - In loving memory of Bianca Thomas

         Greg Balvin & Sandy Mell - In loving memory of Kyle Peterson (Sandy's son)

         Forever in our hearts: Cynthia and Allie Gray and Trudy Stroupe

         Kim Wild - I loved her and would love to see this happen

         Dana L Henry - McConnellsburg, PA - 399 was the epitome of what a legacy should be. May her legacy continue with all her surviving offspring for generations to come.  

         Donna and Jim Roberts - Forever in our hearts. 

         Thomas and Patricia Azlin

         Michael and Christy Risley - Spokane, WA

         Greg Hamilton - Thornton, CO - My Queen ... you have absolutely no idea how much you meant to me! I use to constantly look for updates on you and your cubs to see where you were and what you were up to that day <3. You took a piece of my heart with you that day when you passed and left us. You will forever be in my heart and that's why it's only fitting that my name must be included in The Heart Of The Monument container placed in your heart's space inside this amazing monument! I love you and thank you for everything you gave us!! 

          Kenneth R. and Nancy Kenton Setter - Tulsa, OK

          Evelyn Vautour - Webster, FL

          Kasi Witcher - Love you forever, 399 <3

          Sharon Canfield, and grandson Kai

          Anthony & Nancy (Reider) Zuvich - Williamstown, NJ

          Kathryn Judge and Skip Vandecar - Merritt Island, FL

          Heather Parsons

         Jason Rateau and Lisa Trambauer - New London, WI

         Maude Adams

         Robin Upton - Tetonia, ID

         Connie Barker

         Zeke Carpenter

         Lynni OHaver

         Bill Thomas-Quinn

         The LaGrone Family

         Michael Walker - Thanks for your creating this beautiful memorial. Glad to be part of this. 

         Natalie K Schleicher - Forever Queen of the Tetons. Forever in our hearts. 

         Michael Thomas & Nadine Bride

         Cathy and Ron Hummel

         April Zaiger - Grizzly  399, you were a quiet blessing in my life, and I’ll carry your gentle strength forever. 

         Vince & Tamera Hopkin

         Alyssa Houpt - Westminster, CO - 399 was one amazing bear. She will forever be in my heart.

         Charlotte Nihiser - Salinas, CA

         The Rostowsky Family - The Best Thing that we will ever know. 

         David L. & Teresa Webb & Jeannette & William

         Lon & Vicki Soles - Harrisonburg, VA - In Memory of 399 & Ginda: In Honor of Tom Mangelsen 

         Alicia Waldoch - Fargo, ND

         The Tito Cordova Family - Benito, Damian, Jazmine Cordova - Tooele, UT - For the love of Grizzly 399 and all bears! 

         Craig & Kathy Weaver - Shaftsbury, VT - 399 you will be remembered with love!

         Dena Alessi-Bowden - Tampa, FL - Grand Teton National Park is my heart because of the Queen 399 and her quads. 

         The Breznak Family - Forever in Our Hearts

         Kerryth Kilduir

         Laura Faler - Elizabethtown, KY

         Ruth Suter - San Tan, AZ - After knowing of her through the photojournalists, she impacted my life as an epitome of the grizzly with highly human characteristics of adaptability, intelligence, resilience & nurturing spirit. With a thankful heart ...

         Jeff Morgan and Karen Butters Morgan - Utah - Forever in our Hearts

         Karel Mathisen

         Terrell Italiano

          Brenda Kelley - For my cubs Deidra, Cody, Holly and Cayla ~ Love Mom

          Carroll Lee

         

    DONORS

      (BOLD = Museum Archive Box)

          Maria Abad

          Robert Ackerman - Jackson, WY

          Diana Albrecht

          Nikki Albrecht

          Joyce Allbee

          Sharon Amos - Las Vegas, NV

          Jill Angell

          Milagro Aragon

          Deborah Arnold

          Patricia Azlin

          Barbara Banach

          Sharon Barton

          Jeff Bauer

          Chad Beard

          Sandy Bender

          Pamela Bendich

          Lily Bennett

          Tracy Bennett - Bless you all for this magnificent tribute sculpture!

          Leslie Betts - Loved that girl for years and years

          Marty Boles

          Sue Boos - In Memory of my brother

          Vincent Botkin

          Stephanie Breznak

          Cindy Browning

          Kelly Brunsman

          Kate Buck - In honor of my mom, Mary Cutler. Long time resident of Jackson and one of the many who loved 399.

          Marianne Burdick

          Susan Burke

          Elaine Burritt 

          Vivian Butler - You were a truly phenomenal grizzly mom, leaving an unfillable void, yet your legacy inspires and forever changes the world's perception of grizzlies.

          Kristene Canadas

          Mary & Craig Carbrey - Lincoln, CA 

          Kelly Carey - Always need to protect our wildlife and their natural habitats!

          Steve Carpenter

          Jennifer Carr

          Mary Carson - Henderson, NV

          Karen Chancey

          Caralee Childress - Love you forever and always!

          Joanie Christian

          Lisa Clore

          Shelvie Cole - From the Arkansas Cole Family

          Ellen Coleman - In memory of my parents who loved the Tetons and the wildlife that called this majestic place home.

          Ginnie Coleman - So happy to sese she will be honored and seen for generations

          John Colglazier

          Sherry Cook - For Grizzly 399

          Rita Costa

          Ev Costa de Beauregard

          Susan Costagliola

          Angie Boone Cotton - Bardstown, KY

          Laura Cowen

          Deanna Cox - Louisville, KY

          Thom and Sandy Coyle

          Joan Crittenden

          Vicki Crowley

          Shawn Cunningham

          Theresa Dawson

          Barbara DeFalco

          Andrea Deed

          Mallory Degennaro - 399 Was an American treasure, as were all her babies. She should be honored, she was so loved

          Michelle M Denzer

          Judie Derr

          Julie Diliberto

          Kristen & Jesse Douglas-Seitz - Friday Harbor, WA

          Michael Dubail - Friday Harbor, WA

          John & Bobbie Dugan - Ramsey, NJ

          Charlotte Dupilka

          Raeann Duvalle

          Nancy Eaton

          Jill Erickson - Forever in our hearts #399 -- Queen of the Tetons. Profoundly grateful for your remarkably long, beautiful life. 

          Laura Faler

          Denyse Leahy Feeney - Dara 399, We took inspiration from you. You are missed. Rest peacefully. We loved you and your beautiful cubs! 

          Christy Fejer - On behalf of Lucy Bean, Jenny Kempner, and 

                  Christy Fejer for Mother's Day

          Jack Figurniak

          Mary Finegan

          Lorie Foley - Ashland, VA

          Lori Forte - West Babylon, NY

          Vicki Frango - Virginia Beach, VA - In Honor of Grizzly 399 and her Young One,Spirit, She will Forever be the Queen of the Tetons. Forever Loved ...

          Jackie Freeze

          Shannon Freeze

          Kristine Frey

          Karen Fultz

          Sandra Gardner

          Michelle Gardner

          Donald Gibe

          Charles Gilliland

          Shane Godsmark 

          Juergen Goersch 

          Brandi Goff

          Daniel Greenblatt - Moran, WY

          Marion Haddock 

          Gregory Hammerstein - Savannah, GA

          Megan Hatten - Erie, CO

          Robyn Hendrickson

          Susan Hicks

          Mary Hinchman

          Lynn Hoeppner - Shell Lake, WI

          Mrs. DC Hudson - Lincolnshire, England - I loved 399. I hope to come and see your wonderful work of art one day, if it's possible. Thank you for doing all this hard work so we can honor her forever. 

          Cathy Hummel

          Nancy & Larry Hunter - Lady Lake, FL

          Robin Hutton - Greensboro, NC

          Randy Hyjek

          Kathleen Johnson

          Martha L Johnson - Asheville, NC

          Rob Kinion - Spartanburg, SC

          Marilyn Kintz

          Karen Klages

          Jeff Knoff

          Weyshawn Koons

          Robin Kornblum

          Chris Koski

          Leon Klusmeyer

          Bethann Lane

          Lisa Laurence

          Christopher Lee

          Mellanie Lightner

          Roberta Lock

          Michael Long

          Billy Mack Lovelady

          Kathleen Lubahn

          Joanne Lyford

          Sue Masden

          Audry Mason

          Kim Macey

          Dawn Maus

          Thomas McCann

          Michael McCray

          Lori Mercadante 

          Rebecca Metschke - In memory of my mother, Clarice Metschke

          Nancy Michel - Happy Mother's Day. Mamma forever missed and in our hearts!

          Elizabeth Miller

          Hara Miller

          Marla Minter - Hamilton, AL 

          Conrad Monroe

          Nikki Monroe

          Cory Moore - Friday Harbor, WA

          Shelly Moore

          Les & Floyce Mord - In loving memory of our parents and two sisters

         Eleanor Morrison 

         James Mosher

          Sharon Mosher - Until then 399

          Sandra Neely 

          Thomas Netwal

          Phyllis Oates

          Desiree Ozburn

          Grady Padgett

          Sharon Parmentier

          Michael Parniawski

          Peggie Parniawski

          Jaime Peckham

          Susan Perkins

          Kimberly Perry

          Deborah Piepmeyer

          Trudy Pohawpatchoko

          Luvanna Pommier

          Ryan Poterack

          Randy & Judy Pritza

          Carolyn Raasch - Philipsburg, PA - Thank you for making a positive difference!

          Najuwah Raduwan

          Mary Ramsower

          Sandy Rathborne

          Andrea Reed 

          Susan Reeves

          Cynthia Reid - Corning, NY

          Keath Rhyer - Indianapolis, IN

          Cynthia Riding

          Kimber Roach

          Cheryl Robert - Minot, ME

          Donna and Jim Roberts - We love you Bear 399.

          Casey Rodefeld 

          Jerry Rork - We have followed her for many years. So glad she will be remembered. 

          Tracy Richardson Roberts

          Michael Rufe

          Ruth Rugoff

          Elizabeth Sabato

          Jill Samples

          Brenda Schwab

          Nancy Setter

          Cheryl Schaner

          D.C. Scollard

          Adrienne Seltz

          Monica Shadle

          Terrie Smail - I love this memorial piece for 399 and her litter of 4 cubs! Thank you for making this piece so her memories stay alive! Can't wait to see it someday.

          Sally Smikahl

          Bethena Smith - To honor our love and memories of a beautiful Lady of nature, may she be roaming free and happy in Heaven

          Sharon Smith

          Kim Sobolik

          Phyllis Souder

          Denise Staley - Star Valley Ranch, WY - In honor of Lee and Denise Staley. 399 is being dedicated on our 31st wedding anniversary

          Denise Staley - Star Valley Ranch, WY - In honor of Nancy and Dennis Carlson, my parents, who love nature and taught generations the value of prote5ing and honoring our wildlife in Wyoming. 

          Joseph Stan

          Belinda Stansel

          Helen Starck

          Alexander Stavrou

          Jean Stewart - In Memory of Mike Stewart

          Sherry Stratton

          Gloria Straube

          Theresa Syers - I never got to see 399 when we were visiting but followed her on Facebook. What a wonderful mother and ambassador for wildlife everywhere. She is missed and in our hearts always and forever. 

          Linda M Tackes - Crestwood, MO

          Karen Tipton - Abbeville, AL

          Tamara Townsend

          Kristen Trowbridge - She was a special bear. I was honored to have her grace my presence with her yearling quads . She is greatly missed

          Lisa Van Stratten

          Kelly Vermace

          Jean Voege

          John Waker

          Karen Walsh

          Sharon Wanderer

          Kathy Wasko

          Ruth K Wheaton

          Terri Wieckowski

          Patricia Wilson

          Leigh Winn

          Vicki Wisher

          John & Erin Woodington

          Summer Young and Bernie Scates

          Jennifer Zakowski

          Christina Zingarini

       

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