Who doesn't love these unique animals?

Mysterious, timid, and shy, Makemba captures the hearts of guests who are fortunate to catch a glimpse of her within Habitat Africa.

Now imagine having the opportunity to truly know her, and to play a key role in providing top-notch care for the animals of Brookfield Zoo by becoming Makemba's VIP Lead Patron.

What would this look like?
There are so many reasons to take part in this exclusive opportunity!

As Makemba's VIP Lead Patron, your family name will be on display at Habitat Africa at Brookfield Zoo for one year (beginning July 1, 2021). You will have special VIP access, allowing you to truly get to know this unique ungulate. This includes:

• An exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, with VIP parking, a cart tour and lunch for six.
• A Zoom chat or Birthday shout out with a member of Makemba's animal care team.
• Regular video and written updates - allowing you up close and personal (but safe!) face to face access.
• Additionally, you'll receive photos, cards, and name recognition in the Chicago Zoological Society's Annual Report.

You can help make a difference by sponsoring Makemba at the VIP Lead Patron level.

More about Makemba:
Shy and usually solitary, the okapi is nearly impossible to observe in the wild. This can be true at Brookfield Zoo as well! Makemba, 9, is one of the current okapi residents, and she can be seen at Habitat Africa - if you're lucky! If you do catch a glimpse of her, you'll immediately understand why she received the name Makemba, which means goddess. She is truly magnificent! Makemba was born at Disney's Animal Kingdom an came to Brookfield Zoo in 2015. She doesn't yet have any offspring but we are hopeful that that will change soon.

Leading the Field in Animal Care and Welfare:
Caring for animals and their habitats is central to the Chicago Zoological Society's mission. Through your support, you can ensure that we remain a leader in animal care and welfare.

Under IRS guidelines, the amount of your contribution that is deductible for federal income tax purposes is limited to the excess of your payment over the value of the goods or services provided by the Chicago Zoological Society. The estimated fair market value of goods or services received in return for this contribution is $150.