Folks around the country will soon get a closer look at how a local sanctuary manages to rescue hundreds of birds without any major funding. Lori Chung has more on the film that producers hope will drum up more support for the cause.

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PETERSBURG, N.Y. -- Peter Dubacher prepares to release an eagle into the wild. It's a rare moment to be caught on film here, but one he hopes will shed light on the mission of the Berkshire Bird Sanctuary.

"Many of the birds that live here are permanently disabled," said Dubacher. "When you get a call for example, from the either the government or the military, you can't say no; you just do the best you can."

About 800 birds from all across the world find refuge at the not-for-profit sanctuary, which is always looking for ways to fund its operation. That's a major reason Upstate Independents wanted to tell this story.

"You don't see eagles everyday, and the idea of trying to do something where it seems like people need help," said John Holser, Executive Producer.

"It's the best thing ever when someone has a vision and you can match it with images," said photographer Juan Lopez.

Once the documentary is completed, it will be screened at festivals all across the country, and folks at the sanctuary said they hope that more exposure means more support.

"Keep it alive," said Barabara Chepaitis. "This place has been going a long time, but it's not an easy economy in which to run a dream."

Chepaitis counts herself an avid supporter, writing a book on the sanctuary and helping in the rescue of an eagle from Afghanistan. She's among those who want to see more bird lovers on the bandwagon.

"Whatever we achieve, it's for the place," said Dubacher. "It's for the birds."