In 1995, the name was changed to the Macbride Raptor Project. This name was selected because it was a better reflection of all of the various agencies and volunteers coming together to support Iowa's raptors. Supporting many of our needs, the Kirkwood Community College, in Cedar Rapids, is home to the MRP medical clinic. At this clinic each raptor is initially examined and treated. The students in KCC's Animal Health Technologies program, under the direction of Stan Holst, DVM, help to provide medical treatment and nursing care.
Many students have the opportunity to train with a licensed rehabilitator.
The campus at Kirkwood Community College also provides a home for several permanent resident raptors. These birds of prey are housed near the horticulture department. They are cared for by volunteers and students of KCC's Parks and Natural Resources program. This cage is designed to provide conditioning and reclamation for raptor patients prior to their release. It is the largest and most effective facility of its kind in Iowa.