Our mission

Woodland Park Zoo saves animals and their habitats through conservation leadership and engaging experiences, inspiring people to learn, care and act.

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Giving Opportunities

There are many ways to make a gift to Woodland Park Zoo.

Animal Care Woodland Park Zoo is a premier facility for providing exceptional care for its animals as well as pioneering new procedures and techniques for animal care in zoos throughout the world. Learn more >>
Education Education is the key to promoting our mission of conserving animals and habitat. Our innovative and far-reaching programs teach toddler through adult how nature can be a inspirational springboard for conservation action. Learn more >>
Conservation Our Field Conservation projects, 38 projects in more than 50 countries, target and reward effective programs that preserve species, protect habitat and build capacity within the areas, and among the people, who are most able to create direct action. Learn more >>
Giving Catalog View the 2009 Giving Catalog to see all the different ways you can support the zoo!

Giving Programs

Donor Clubs and Premier Membership

With a donation of $300 or more, you will receive a free, year-long membership in one of our Donor Giving Clubs.

ZooParent animal adoptions

Show your support for our beautiful animals and Woodland Park Zoo’s conservation efforts by adopting an animal. Make a symbolic adoption today and you will receive a photo of your animal, personalized adoption certificate, animal fact sheet, and ZooParent window static cling. Learn more. . .

Become a member

Membership is a fantastic value

Become a member for a lifetime of memories and amazing experiences for the whole family. A family membership pays for itself in just three visits! Learn more. . .

Buy a gift card

Woodland Park Zoo gift cards may be loaded in any amount and can be used for ZooStore purchases, membership or ZooParent animal adoptions. Gift cards never expire and can be refilled and used over and over again! Learn more. . .

Fundraising events

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Jungle Party

Corporate involvement

Businesses and other organizations can get involved with the zoo by corporate sponsorship, becoming a corporate member, hosting an event at the zoo or through corporate philanthropy. Learn more >>

LionHearts

If you are planning to leave a legacy gift to Woodland Park Zoo, you are a LionHeart! There are so many ways in which you can make a gift that will keep on giving in perpetuity. Learn more >>

Assets to give — How to make a gift

Donate securely online: Make a one-time gift or a pledge over time.
Donate stock: email or call us at 206.548.2651.
Double your support! Click here to see if your employer will match your gift.
Call us at 206.548.2651 to make a gift over the phone.
Mail your donation to: Woodland Park Zoo, 601 N. 59th Street, Seattle, WA 98103.
Learn more about making a planned gift.