The Reno Area Avian Enthusiasts Club was formed in 1992 with a mission to bring together people who share a common interest in the keeping and breeding of cage birds in captivity. RAAVE is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 educational/charitable organization registered with the Nevada Secretary of State. Current membership includes households and individual members. Dozens of species of birds are represented in the membership from the largest of Macaws, Cockatoos, Budgies, Cockatiels and Canaries to the tiniest of Finches. All persons interested in the welfare of birds are invited to attend monthly meetings