Cleveland Zoological Society

Our Mission: The Cleveland Zoological Society is Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s nonprofi t advancement party that raises philanthropic support for the Zoo. The Zoo Society is governed by a Board of Directors and is an independent 501(c )3. Zoo Society donors have contributed nearly $100 million toward zoo operations, conservation projects and capital improvements since 1998. Philanthropic priorities include animal care, capital improvement projects and maintaining the zoo’s national leadership role in educational programming, research, and positive animal health and welfare standards. We are committee to engaging donors in zoo programs and initiatives or greatest impact for our community. Individuals, foundations, and corporations can support our work in many ways.

What’s New:

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Cleveland Zoological Society are embarking on a transformational, multi-year campaign to build Primate Forest, a new habitat for gorillas, orangutans and other species that will advance Cleveland Metroparks Zoo as a world-class science education and research institution, create innovative and interactive guest experiences, and strengthen the position of the Zoo as one of the most notable tourist destinations in the Great Lakes region and beyond.

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISERS:

TWILIGHT AT THE ZOO PRESENTED BY KEYBANK - August 5 Cleveland’s summer music tradition! TAILS + COCKTAILS PRESENTED BY THE STEFFEE FAMILY - October 20 Annual speaker series featuring experts from the Zoo and Northeast Ohio on a variety of subjects.

Interested in Helping?

Contact: Leta Obertacz | Director of Advancement 216-635-3346 | obertacz@ClevelandZooSociety.org | ClevelandZooSociety.org

3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH, 44109 (216) 635-3329 | ClevelandZooSociety.org Year Established: 1957 Number of Employees: 19 full-time; 1 part-time Top Three Funding Priorities Capital Improvements Animal Care and Welfare General Operating Support Top Leadership

Sarah Crupi Executive Director

Chris Myero Board of Directors President

Philanthropic dollars raised by the Cleveland Zoological Society support Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s animals, habitats and mission based education and conservation programs.