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There are several ways you can help Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo accomplish its mission of conservation, education and fun! Support the Zoo today and help us share the wonders of animals and nature with the more than 280,000 visitors annually at the Zoo and around the state and region through our outreach efforts. All gifts 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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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. Gregg Dancho Endowed Chair Fund - Honor Zoo Director Gregg and his 40 years of service to the Zoo by supporting the Zoo's long-term sustainability! Membership – What is our Zoo without you? Choose a membership package that best suits you. Monthly Giving - Support the Zoo year-round by becoming a Zooper Hero! 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.
The one thing I know from being the Director of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo for 40 years is no day is ever the same. And that is what makes the Zoo and my job so amazing. For over 40 years, the Zoo has faced many challenges and with the support of our community, we have always risen to the occasion and persevered.
I believe the challenge of COVID-19 is yet another opportunity for the Zoo to pull together with our community and once again work toward a bright future. I know the path may not be easy, but we also know nothing worth having comes easy.
The resilience of our community is likened to the resilience of our animal residents. Although strong and fierce, our Amur tigers and leopards fight extinction in the wild. Our eagles come to us with injuries that prevent them from living in the wild, so they become ambassadors for their species to our youngest guests, the next generation of environmental scientists. Even our trout, with their delicate survival rate, who get released into the Pequonnock River as part of our Trout In the Classroom program, swim to the ocean only to battle against currents and predators to fight their way back to the river to repopulate a species once lost to these waters.
The lessons animals teach us are numerous. We see strength, fortitude and commitment. This is how I see our community. The Zoo is open, and we are beyond grateful for all the support we have received. However, we need to continue to work to meet the financial challenges that lie ahead.
We understand how difficult these times are. If you are in a position to give, please consider a donation to your Zoo; we would greatly appreciate it.
Your support, in any amount, will have a direct impact on the future of the Zoo and the species that call this special place their home.
Gregg Dancho
Zoo Director
I believe the challenge of COVID-19 is yet another opportunity for the Zoo to pull together with our community and once again work toward a bright future. I know the path may not be easy, but we also know nothing worth having comes easy.
The resilience of our community is likened to the resilience of our animal residents. Although strong and fierce, our Amur tigers and leopards fight extinction in the wild. Our eagles come to us with injuries that prevent them from living in the wild, so they become ambassadors for their species to our youngest guests, the next generation of environmental scientists. Even our trout, with their delicate survival rate, who get released into the Pequonnock River as part of our Trout In the Classroom program, swim to the ocean only to battle against currents and predators to fight their way back to the river to repopulate a species once lost to these waters.
The lessons animals teach us are numerous. We see strength, fortitude and commitment. This is how I see our community. The Zoo is open, and we are beyond grateful for all the support we have received. However, we need to continue to work to meet the financial challenges that lie ahead.
We understand how difficult these times are. If you are in a position to give, please consider a donation to your Zoo; we would greatly appreciate it.
Your support, in any amount, will have a direct impact on the future of the Zoo and the species that call this special place their home.
Gregg Dancho
Zoo Director
