
Zootopia 2023
June 10, 2023 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Rear Parking Lot at Franklin Park Zoo, Pierpont Road, Boston, MA, USA
Join us for Zootopia!
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Gorilla Sponsor
$25,000
Includes:
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Up to 16 Gala tickets with reserved tables
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Invitation to pre-event VIP Zootopia reception
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Verbal recognition by Zoo representatives at event
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Website link, inclusion in press release and e-newsletter, and mentions on social media
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Logo or name on Zootopia signage, event webpage, and auction site
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Prominent placement on Zootopia invitation
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Two Behind the Scenes Tours for up to six guests
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Framed painting created by one of our animal artists
Zoo New England is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase price less the fair market value of any benefits provided is tax deductible as allowed by law.
Zootopia will be held rain or shine. Ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Young Conservationist Sponsor
$15,000
Includes:
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Up to 10 Gala tickets with reserved tables
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Includes donation of a $2,500 scholarship award for the Young Conservationist Award winner and the opportunity to present the award at the event
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Invitation to pre-event VIP Zootopia reception
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Verbal recognition by Zoo representatives at event
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Website link, inclusion in e-newsletter, press release, and mentions on social media
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Logo or name on Zootopia signage, event webpage, and auction site
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Prominent placement on Zootopia invitation
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Behind the Scenes Tour for up to six guests
Zoo New England is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase price less the fair market value of any benefits provided is tax deductible as allowed by law.
Zootopia will be held rain or shine. Ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Giraffe Sponsor
$10,000
Includes:
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Up to 10 Gala tickets with reserved tables
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Invitation to pre-event VIP Zootopia reception
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Website link, inclusion in e-newsletter, and mentions on social media
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Logo or name on Zootopia signage, event webpage, and auction site
- Two Family Memberships to Zoo New England
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Behind the Scenes Tour for up to six guests
Zoo New England is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase price less the fair market value of any benefits provided is tax deductible as allowed by law.
Zootopia will be held rain or shine. Ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Zebra Sponsor
$5,000
Includes:
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Up to 4 Gala tickets with seating at a shared cocktail table
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Listing on Zootopia signage and auction site
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Behind the Scenes Tour for up to six guests
Zoo New England is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase price less the fair market value of any benefits provided is tax deductible as allowed by law.
Zootopia will be held rain or shine. Ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Snow Leopard Sponsor
$2,500
Includes:
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2 Gala tickets with seating at a shared cocktail table
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Listing on Zootopia signage and auction site
Zoo New England is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase price less the fair market value of any benefits provided is tax deductible as allowed by law.
Zootopia will be held rain or shine. Ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Gala Ticket
$750
Includes:
- 1 Gala ticket with seating at a shared cocktail table
Zoo New England is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase price less the fair market value of any benefits provided is tax deductible as allowed by law.
Zootopia will be held rain or shine. Ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
DONATIONS

Your tax-deductible donation to Zootopia directly funds Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo, supporting our mission 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.
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Join us for Zootopia, the wildest gala event of the year!
Saturday, June 10, 2023
6:30 - 9:30 P.M.
Franklin Park Zoo
6:30 p.m. Mix and Mingle - Experience Stations - Tasting Plates - Wild Cocktails
7:45 p.m. Program - Awards - Auctions
8:45 p.m. D.J. - Dessert - Dancing
Animal-inspired cocktail attire is encouraged!
Please note: Front entrance is closed for the event. Must enter via our back, Giraffe, entrance on Pierpont and Playstead Roads (42.30766° N,71.09193° W).
Complimentary valet parking is provided and rideshare drop-off available.
Zootopia is once again returning to the grounds of Franklin Park Zoo for an inspiring evening in celebration of the natural world! We invite you to join us with special animal guests, chef's tasting stations, and exciting auctions to benefit your Zoos. Newcomers Tevin Wooten, NBC10 Boston meteorologist, and Priscilla Casper, NBC10 Boston news anchor, will be our hosts for the evening.
Your support of Zootopia 2023 directly benefits Zoo New England's Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo, advancing our mission to save species from extinction, educate visitors about wildlife and wild places, and promote important conservation initiatives in Boston and beyond. By giving, you inspire the next generation of conservation stewards and connect people of all ages to the wonders of our natural world. Thank you for making this work possible!
Silent Auction
The auction is now live! Get a head start on bidding today and bring your cell phone to Zootopia to join in the fun. Unsure how to bid? Watch the quick video below for more detailed instructions:
Who We Are
Zoo New England is the nonprofit organization responsible for the operation of Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and Stone Zoo in Stoneham, MA. Both zoos are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Zoo New England is rated 4-stars by Charity Navigator, America's largest independent charity evaluator.
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.
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