Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden

Evansville, Indiana City Zoo

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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/
Please Note
  • 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/

For more information: education@meskerparkzoo.com or 812-435-0809.

Program Donation Request Form

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Organization Information

Organization Address*
Your Name*

Program Request

Has any part of your organization received a donation from Mesker Park Zoo in the past 12 months?*
Will the program you are requesting directly benefit your members and/or benefactors?*
Program Requested*
Program Location*
Program Environment
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Program Time
Audience*
Address for program delivery (if offsite)

Your Mission

Our 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.