Zootopia

Zootopia is going virtual this year!

Saturday, May 9, 2020

 View our Zootopia Program Book here!

With the advent of a world health crisis and daily changes to our lives, it's never been more important to be here for each other and our animals. The well-being of our animals is at the Zoo's core and unites the people who comprise it. Animal care continues to be our top priority and we invite you to help us create new possibilities for your Zoos by watching our program video, bidding in our silent auction, or making a gift. All proceeds go directly towards our All for Our Animals Fund to provide critical animal care for the nearly 2,000 animals that call your Zoos home. 

Zootopia, Zoo New England's annual fundraising gala presented by Citizens Bank, brings the Zoos to you for a special virtual event this year featuring a video appearance by E. O. Wilson Living the Mission Award winner Dr. Charudutt Mishra, Executive Director of the Snow Leopard Trust and longtime conservation partner. Enjoy animal encounters, join webinars, and track silent auction bidding progress throughout the day. Please join us as we celebrate the natural world - the event is open to all, so tell your friends!

Friday, May 1, 2020 ~ Silent Auction Opens for Bidding (click VIEW ITEMS above)

Saturday, May 9, 2020 ~ Virtual Event with Videos and More Auctions for Our Animals

Sign-up below for A Day at the Zoo - Zoom Webinars (500 guest capacity for each):

1:00 PM - Inspiring Caring and Action, hosted by John Anderson, Dir. of Education
2:30 PM - Teaching the Next Generation of Conservation Stewards, hosted by Dr. Bryan Windmiller, Dir. of Conservation
4:00 PM - One Health and the Importance of Biodiversity, hosted by Dr. Eric Baitchman, VP of Animal Health and Conservation; Lecturer on Pathology, Harvard Medical School
7:00 PM* - Zootopia Chat with John Linehan, CEO, and Bob Chabot, COO
*for event registrants and donors only
 

While we can't be together in person, we would love to see pictures of you in your best animal-inspired attire or with your pet on social media! Tag us and use #Zootopia to participate from home and spread positivity during these challenging times.

Thank you for your generosity now when our animals need you more than ever, and please be well! 

CARES Act Charitable Giving Incentive

In an effort to encourage everyone to support nonprofit organizations in these challenging times, the new federal coronavirus relief bill provides all taxpayers with an above-the-line deduction for up to $300 in charitable donations this year. The deduction is available even if you don't itemize. If you do itemize, the CARES Act raises the limit on charitable gifts even further, to 100% of your Adjusted Gross Income. Please consult your financial adviser to understand what the new legislation means for you.

Who We Are

Zoo New England is the non-profit organization responsible for the operation of Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo in Stoneham, MA. Both are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Our Mission

Zoo New England's mission is to inspire people to protect and sustain the natural world for future generations by creating fun and engaging experiences that integrate wildlife and conservation programs, research, and education.

To learn more about our Zoos, education programs, and conservation efforts, please visit us at ZooNewEngland.org.

If due to unforeseen circumstances any item presented in the Zootopia silent auction becomes unavailable, the total winning bid amount can be converted into a fully tax-deductible contribution or a refund can be issued. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.