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There are several ways you can help Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo accomplish its mission of conservation, education and family recreation. By supporting the Connecticut Zoological Society (CZS), you help us share the wonders of animals and nature with the more that 280,000 visitors annually both at the Zoo and around the state and region through our outreach efforts. All gifts to the Society are greatly appreciated and go a long way toward saving wildlife and protecting wild places.
The Society’s Development Department coordinates and plans the Zoo’s fundraising efforts. The Department identifies individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations who care about the mission of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo. Contributions of cash, stocks, in-kind, and planned gifts result in enhanced animal exhibits, expanded educational programming, important conservation and breeding efforts, additional visitor services, and the long-term sustainability of the Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo. The Development Department also ensures that all CZS fundraising efforts comply with applicable ethical and non-profit standards. If you would like to help or have questions, please contact our Development Office at 203.394.6573. Interested in Naming Opportunities at the Zoo? Please click here. |
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Ways to Support the ZooAmazon Smile - Consider adding Connecticut Zoological Society to your account via Amazon Smile. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase price to the Zoo.
Corporate Partners – Reach hundreds of thousands of people every year. Our Corporate Membership Program combines charitable giving with marketing, employee, and community benefits. The rewards are priceless! Donate – You make the difference! Donate your time or dollars and help Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo accomplish its mission of conservation, education, research and family recreation. Fundraising Events - Attend one of the Zoo's multiple fundraising events throughout the year. All proceeds benefit the Zoo's mission. Membership – What is our Zoo without you? Choose a membership package that best suits you. Recognition Ideas – The Zoo offers many meaningful ways to recognize or pay tribute to a friend or family member. Wish List – You never know what you will find on the Zoo’s Amazon wish list. Your assistance will contribute to the Zoo’s mission while providing significant budget relief. |
Your Support is Critical Now More than Ever.
As we pivot through this new world, we recognize our appeal to you has now changed dramatically. Even as our world began to change, the Zoo had hoped to remain open and continue to welcome guests as we reside in an outdoor park-like setting. The Zoo hoped to offer a respite from the world news allowing families to immerse themselves in nature and connecting them to the wild world. But that too changed.
Our promise to you is even though the landscape of the world has changed, we have not. The Zoo is doing everything we can to stay connected to you and our community.
Our Panda cams will continue to run every day from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. Zoo staff is offering Distance Learning options for schools to use for online education and, for your enjoyment, our Animal Care Specialists are creating weekly vignettes highlighting our animal residents. With the support of a Zoo friend, we have created a virtual Zoo walk-through so anyone can come and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo any day from the comfort of their home.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is so proud to be part of this community and so thankful for the ongoing support of our members and donors.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on ticket sales, Zoo visits, memberships, education program fees, donations, and meeting and rental revenue to operate. Being closed will have a significant impact on our overall operating budget. We ask you to please consider a donation to our emergency operating fund to assist us in caring for our animals and team members.
Your support is more critical now than ever.
Our promise to you is even though the landscape of the world has changed, we have not. The Zoo is doing everything we can to stay connected to you and our community.
Our Panda cams will continue to run every day from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. Zoo staff is offering Distance Learning options for schools to use for online education and, for your enjoyment, our Animal Care Specialists are creating weekly vignettes highlighting our animal residents. With the support of a Zoo friend, we have created a virtual Zoo walk-through so anyone can come and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo any day from the comfort of their home.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is so proud to be part of this community and so thankful for the ongoing support of our members and donors.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on ticket sales, Zoo visits, memberships, education program fees, donations, and meeting and rental revenue to operate. Being closed will have a significant impact on our overall operating budget. We ask you to please consider a donation to our emergency operating fund to assist us in caring for our animals and team members.
Your support is more critical now than ever.
