Development: Creative Ways to Support

By Morgan Purvis, Corporate Giving Officer

As a non-profit organization, you may know your membership helps keep our gates open to the community in order to impart knowledge, spark curiosity, and instill passion for animals and plants. But did you know as a Member you also support our wellness efforts that make sure our animals thrive, education programs that host exciting STEM learning opportunities, and conservation programs that protect animals and plants around the globe?

Membership is one small way to support these efforts— but you can make a bigger impact through other creative giving opportunities.

Sponsor an Event

We love hosting unique events at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens—and businesses love to align their brand with these events. Event sponsorships offer special awareness to local businesses big and small, available at every event from Art in the Garden Festival to Spooktacular. Event sponsorships are just one of several options for businesses to support the Zoo. Contact Morgan Purvis at purvism@jacksonvillezoo.org to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

Name a Brick or Bench

Imagine walking with your family and seeing your name or the name of a loved one etched upon a brick or bench for years to come. Commemorative bricks and benches are a creative way to honor someone’s love for their local Zoo and wildlife, while supporting us in our daily operations.

Symbolically Adopt an Animal

Animal Adoptions are the perfect gift for any animal lover, that helps with the care and feeding of our over 2,000 animals on grounds. Choose a species to receive a plush and certificate, plus other benefits, all while supporting your Zoo.

Help Big Renovations

Exciting changes are coming, starting with our new main entrance and Manatee River habitat. We have special naming opportunities available where more than one million annual visitors will see your name.

Join the Heart of the Zoo Society

Do you connect deeply with our mission and want to make a bigger impact? Upgrade your membership to join the Heart of the Zoo Society and gain access to exclusive benefits such as VIP events and tours.

If any of these opportunities interest you, our Development team would love to hear from you. Email us at development@jacksonvillezoo.org or call (904) 757-4463 ext134.

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Pictures from the 25th Anniversary of ExZOOberation Havana Nights, Saturday, April 2, 2022