PROGRAM DONATION

GUIDELINES

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is pleased to consider program donation requests for qualifying organizations in the Evansville area.

Our Mission:
Cultivating connections between people and nature that inspire action for our planet.

INTENT

The INTENT of providing donated programs is to:

Build relationships between the Zoo and its community.

Encourage community members to connect with their Zoo.

Facilitate diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to the Zoo.

Meet our mission through a variety of audiences, venues, and opportunities.

Programs Offered

Only the following types of programs are available for donation:

In-person programs, onsite or offsite (within 60 mile of the Zoo):

  • “About the Zoo” presentations

  • “Career Exploration” discussions

  • “Zoos & Conservation” discussions

  • Biofacts & activities table or booth

  • Ambassador animal encounters

Virtual programs:

  • “About the Zoo” discussions

  • “Career Exploration” discussions

  • “Zoos & Conservation” discussions

Requests for exhibit tours, zookeeper chats, animal feedings, or behind-the-scenes experiences are not offered for donation.

Eligibility Guidelines

  • Requests for donated programs are considered only for not-for-profit organizations.

  • The organization must operate within a 120 mile radius of Mesker Park Zoo.

  • In-person programs can only be conducted within 60 miles of Mesker Park Zoo.

  • Programs requested must be intended for the members / benefactors of the organization. 

  • Requests for silent auctions, raffles, giveaways, or door prizes will not be considered.

  • Requests should demonstrate impact to a charitable cause and fulfill our mission & intent.

  • Requests must be submitted at least 30 days in advance of date of program.

  • Donations are limited to once per calendar year per organization.

  • Requests must be made using the online form at https://meskerparkzoo.com/educational-experiences/

Special Notes

  • Due to the high volume of requests, we regret that we are unable to accommodate all requests that ask for and merit our assistance. 

  • Program requests will be granted only as schedule and staff availability allows.

  • MPZBG reserves the right to deny any donation request.

  • Requests are not considered for schools, daycares, individuals, families, or for-profit entities.

  • Requests for items to contribute to a not-for-profit organization fundraiser should be made using the online form at https://meskerparkzoo.com/about-us/request-a-donation/