Meet Our Founder:
Ali’s Story
Ali has always had a quiet love for nature — especially birds. He began working with birds at the young age of 9, and now brings over 50 years of experience to every dove release. Long before Heavenly Wings was ever an idea, Ali spent his free time raising doves, carefully tending to them with patience and care. What started as a hobby in his own backyard became a peaceful part of his everyday life — a way to stay grounded, connected, and in tune with something greater.
After retiring from a career in city service, Ali found himself reflecting on what brought him joy and purpose. The answer was simple: his birds. Over the decades, he noticed how people reacted when they saw the doves fly — the sense of peace, wonder, and meaning that took over a moment. That’s when the idea took flight.
Ali founded Heavenly Wings Dove Release as a way to serve his community in a new and heartfelt way — by offering something beautiful and symbolic for life’s most sacred moments. Whether it’s a celebration of love, a solemn goodbye, or a hopeful new beginning, Ali brings not just professionalism to each release, but compassion and intention.
Every dove you see released comes from his personal loft, where he has raised and trained generations of birds himself. Each one is part of his flock — and part of his story.
For Ali, this isn’t just a service — it’s a calling. And it’s his honor to share it with you.
About Our Trained White Doves
Each of our white doves is a trained homing pigeon that knows exactly how to make its way back home after your special event. These birds have an incredible natural ability to navigate long distances using the Earth’s magnetic field and the sun as their guide — some can find their way home from over 600 miles away!
Despite their elegant appearance, our doves are strong, smart, and well cared for. We never release them in bad weather or unsafe conditions, and their safety is always a top priority.
So when you see them take flight at your ceremony, know that you're not only witnessing something beautiful and symbolic — you're also watching one of nature’s most amazing instincts in action.
Meet Our Team
Our team is dedicated to providing you with a memorable and meaningful experience through our bird release services.
Ali Daniels
Founder & Master Bird Handler
Ali Daniels, founder of Heavenly Wings Dove Release, is a lifelong bird enthusiast with over 50 years of experience raising and training homing pigeons for meaningful ceremonial releases.
Leslie Hope
Bird Handler & Release Assistant
Leslie Hope is a retired military veteran whose calm presence and steady hands make him a trusted part of the Heavenly Wings Dove Release team.
Kim Daniels
Customer Service & Administration
Kim is the friendly voice and organized heart behind the scenes at Heavenly Wings Dove Release. Her dedication helps make each dove release experience smooth, personal, and memorable.
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