Support Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden
Donate Online
Everyday Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden welcomes visitors, supports conservation projects, and connects people to wildlife. We are the doorway to the natural world, and with your generous support we are able to foster this deep connection to nature. We are grateful for your generosity and hope you take great pride in the difference it makes.
Or mail your gift to:
Evansville Zoological Society, Inc.
1545 Mesker Park Drive
Evansville, IN 47720
Evansville Zoological Society Tax ID: 35-6031419
Annual Giving
Join with other passionate zoo supporters by making your annual donation today.
Your annual support helps us provide:
- Animal Care and Enrichment – All of our animals receive incredible treatment every day!
- Education for Families and Youth – Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is a Zoo for Everyone. We provide education programs to individuals of all ages, from toddlers to seniors. These programs help communicate the importance of caring for animals and our environment.
- Wildlife Conservation and Awareness – In addition to building appreciation for animals on our Zoo grounds, the Zoo participates in several conservation programs that are bringing animal species back from the brink of extinction.
- The Community deserves a Zoo that is truly focused on the needs of animals, visitors and staff. Your gift will enhance our animal and botanical habitats and will create a pleasing zoo experience for all who visit.
Thank you for your support and encouragement of the work we do every day at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.
Or mail to:
Evansville Zoological Society, Inc.
1545 Mesker Park Drive
Evansville, IN 47720
Evansville Zoological Society Tax ID: 35-6031419
Commemorative Brick
With each $100 contribution, your name or the name of a special friend or family member, favorite pet, or event will be engraved on a 4″x8″ brick and placed on the pathways around the Zoo’s Entry Plaza. Purchase a commemorative brick for a tribute of a loved one, special occasions, or just to declare your love of the Zoo.
When you purchase a commemorative brick your gift will support our conservation efforts both at the Zoo and around the world.
Sponsorships
We connect people to our natural world. Let us connect them to your business.
Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden provides a rich tradition of connecting our community to wildlife and to each other. We invite your business to partner with us and connect your brand with our family-friendly destination. Zoo sponsorships are a fabulous way for your business to increase sales traffic, develop brand visibility, and strengthen community goodwill. We invite you to partner with Evansville’s #1 family destination and iconic landmark—Engage our visitors to become your consumers!
Zoo Events
Each year, through special events, Mesker Park Zoo seeks to capture the excitement and the imagination of visitors. Event sponsors can choose from a prepackaged menu, or we can customize a package to suit your budget while optimizing exposure for your business. Download Event Sponsor Details or email supportourzoo@meskerparkzoo.com for more info!
Zoo Lovers Magazine
In 2018 we created the Zoo’s first online magazine. The biannual publication is distributed to more than 10,000 households, connecting thousands of individuals to our animals, gardens, events, and sponsors. Check out our advertising rates, or email supportourzoo@meskerparkzoo.com to plan your next ad!