The Houston Zoo offers a variety of ways for visitors and supporters to contribute to its mission of conservation, education, and animal care. Whether you’re a regular zoo-goer or a passionate wildlife enthusiast, there are numerous opportunities to make a meaningful impact through Houston Zoo donations.
Ways to Give
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Employer Matching Gifts: Many companies offer matching gift programs, allowing you to double or even triple the impact of your donation to the Houston Zoo. Simply check with your employer to see if they participate in such a program.
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Leave a Legacy Gift: By including the Houston Zoo in your will or estate plan, you can join the Werler Society and leave a lasting legacy that supports the zoo’s vital work. The zoo’s free online estate planning tool makes the process easy and convenient.
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Tribute Gifts: Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion by making a donation to the Houston Zoo in their name. These gifts directly support the zoo’s animal care, conservation, and education initiatives.
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Give While You Shop: Participate in the Kroger Community Rewards Program and Randalls Good Neighbor Program to have a portion of your regular purchases automatically donated to the Houston Zoo.
Donation Impact
Your Houston Zoo donations can make a significant difference in the lives of the animals and the success of the zoo’s programs. Here are some examples of how your contributions can be put to use:
- $25: Buys 10 cans of goat’s milk for carnivores like Tesoro the jaguar.
- $50: Buys three cases of exam gloves for veterinarians treating animals like endangered Houston toads.
- $100: Buys 10 bales of hay for Shanti and the Asian elephant herd.
Specific Donation Opportunities
The Houston Zoo offers several targeted donation opportunities to support the specific needs of its growing animal family and conservation efforts.
Feed Our Growing Family
Through the “Feed Our Growing Family” program, you can directly contribute to the nutritional needs of the zoo’s animals. Some examples include:
- $500: 180 pounds of meat for cougars Shasta and Louie.
- $250: 10 bales of hay for white rhinos George and Indy.
- $100: 30 pounds of capelin fish for Humboldt penguins.
- $50: 5,000 crickets for Houston toads.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your Houston Zoo donation options, you can reach the development team at:
- Phone: 713-533-6819
- Email: [email protected]
Donation Requests for Nonprofit Organizations
The Houston Zoo also accepts donation requests from licensed nonprofit and community organizations in the greater Houston area. These donations are intended for fundraising events and not for individual, family, or business use.
Eligibility and Request Requirements
- Eligibility: Licensed nonprofit, community organizations in the greater Houston area can request memberships or general admission ticket donations.
- Online Form: Requests must be submitted via the online form.
- Limitations: One contribution per calendar year, intended for fundraising events, and not for individuals, families, or businesses.
- Ticket Donations: 6 general daytime admission tickets, excluding special or evening events.
- Membership Donations: Family Membership Certificate.
By supporting the Houston Zoo through your donations, you can play a vital role in the conservation of endangered species, the education of future generations, and the overall well-being of the animals in the zoo’s care. Whether you choose to contribute through employer matching, legacy gifts, tribute donations, or targeted programs, your generosity will make a lasting impact on the Houston Zoo and the community it serves.