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Palm Beach Zoo gratefully acknowledges H.E. Ambassador Meshal and Mrs. Eva Al-Thani for their generous support over the years.

The Al-Thanis were introduced to the Zoo by close friends Michele and Howard Kessler, and soon after were inspired to become supporters. They shared, “The Zoo is a fun, educational opportunity for community members, a lifeline for endangered wildlife and a way to serve the global community by protecting critical ecosystems.”

H.E. Ambassador and Mrs. Al-Thani believe zoos are the primary way many people gain exposure to wildlife. Their support is future-focused, especially for the youth of our community. “Saving wildlife means passing on a healthy planet to future generations. A visit to Palm Beach Zoo allows a child to experience a little piece of every continent in a single afternoon, inspiring all of us to care about something so much bigger than ourselves. Through its conservation efforts, it ensures the same opportunity will be available for future generations.”

Their favorite animal is the giraffe, and they have expressed their gratitude for the Zoo’s support of the Somali Giraffe Project, which funds research to help these amazing creatures survive — a nd thrive.

Thank you, H.E. Ambassador Meshal and Mrs. Eva Al-Thani, for being Friends of the Zoo and a force for wildlife.