Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

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Fund Raising Events

ExZOOberation 2010 ExZOOberation is a casual, adult evening fundraiser to benefit the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.  Now in its 15th year, ExZOOberation has raised over $2.2 million to support the annual operating budget of the Zoo.  This includes the care and feeding of 1,400 animals, maintenance of the largest public garden in our region and the Zoo’s educational programs and conservation initiatives.

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Date: April 17, 2010

Time: 6:30 – 11:30 p.m.

Place: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
370 Zoo Parkway
Jacksonville, Florida 32218

Evening Activities: Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, up-close animal encounters, silent and live auctions with unique Zoo items, entertainment, dancing to The Faze Band, all in a beautiful outdoor setting at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.

Theme: The new Penguin Exhibit in Play Park will be featured

Guests: 500-600 expected

Chairs: Beverley Brooke, Ellen Jensen, Rhonda Mostovych

Honorary Chairs: Gaile and Ted Wingard

Contact: Diane David, Director of Development (904) 757-3937 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Amy Howard, Sponsorships and Corporate Relations (904) 757-4463, ext.134 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Ashby Felton, Development Administrative Assistant (904) 757-4463, ext. 196 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Click here for a preview of Live and Silent Auction items!


Save the Date for ZOObilee Saturday, September 11th, 2010

ZOObilee is a casual, family after-hours fundraising event. Fun will be had by the entire family including Play Park (with the new Tuxedo Coast Penguin Exhibit), giant inflatables, games, carousel and train rides, kid friendly food, adult-friendly drinks, animal encounters, and more. All proceeds will fund the care and feeding of the animals, educational programs and conservation initiatives. 


Brew at the Zoo

Young Professionals’ Signature Event


Thanks to all our sponsors and participants for a wonderful 2009 Brew at the Zoo.

Save the Date: October 10, 2010


Spooktacular

Family Fall Festival


Thanks to all who participated to make 2009 a record-breaking year for Spooktacular!