Bowling for Rhinos 2020
Bowling for Rhinos (BFR) is an annual American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK) wildlife conservation event that supports all five threatened or endangered rhino species along with all the other species in their habitats and surrounding villages. This event is hosted by many AAZK chapters around the country and 100% of money raised goes to rhino conservation and awareness.
- The Jacksonville Chapter, JZG AAZK, has raised over $190,000 through BFR since its inception in 1990 and is a top 10 overall fundraising chapter in the country.
- Nationally BFR has been able to raise an astounding $8.2 million since 1990!
- An online auction will be hosted from 9am July 23 - 9pm July 25 for ANYONE, ANYWHERE to bid! Learn more here: www.32auctions.com/jaxbfr2020
- All proceeds from BFR go to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya, International Rhino Foundation which protects Greater One-Horned, Sumatran, and Javan rhinos in Indonesia, and Action for Cheetahs.
This year we would like to dedicate our event and t-shirts to Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens' very own male Southern White Rhino Archie who turned 50 years old in December. He is one of the top three males in the world and has made enormous contributions to the rhino population and spreading awareness about the plight of rhinos over the years.
Show your support!
New Dates:
July 21 - 24, 2020
*EXTRA NIGHT ADDED at Main Event! Come visit us Tuesday-Friday
5 - 9 pm each night
New location:
Main Event - 10370 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Learn more about safety protocols at Main Event: www.maineventsafety.com
New format:
There will not be a formal gathering but AAZK members will be present at Main Event July 21-23 from 5-9pm to answer questions and collect receipts from any guests who would like to donate to Bowling For Rhinos (BFR). 20% of all money spent (excluding alcohol) will be donated to BFR, with receipts!
JZG AAZK will also be taking donations for BFR merchandise while at Main Event.
Online auction:
An online auction will be hosted from 9am July 23 - 9pm July 25 for ANYONE, ANYWHERE to bid! Learn more here: www.32auctions.com/jaxbfr2020
Other ways to support:
Keep an eye out for the BFR donation box on the rhino overlook, found in the Africa Loop at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
We look forward to another great year raising money for rhinos and their habitats!
JZG AAZK officers put together a few videos to let our supporters know what changes to look out for and how to safely help this year's fundraiser: