MISSION
The Arkansas Zoological Foundation raises funds for the growth and development of the Little Rock Zoo and to assist the Zoo in its mission of conservation education.
The Zoo Foundation raises funds for capital campaign projects for new animal habitats and new zoo programs. The Foundation has raised funds for the Laura P. Nichols Penguin Pointe exhibit, Cheetah Outpost, the Diamond Express Train, the Arkansas Heritage Farm and other renovations.
The Foundation is currently raising funds for a new Conservation Learning Center at the Zoo’s Education Building. This new interactive area features educational play areas for children of all ages.
FUNDRAISERS AND EVENTS
The Zoo Foundation hosts several events throughout the year including:
- Wild Wines April 27 & 28
- Zoo Brew in September
- Craw’n at the Zoo in May
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Zoo Foundation events are a great way to support the Zoo by sponsoring or attending an event. Other giving opportunities include:
- Conservation Learning Center
- Zoo Upgrades
- Memorial or Honorarium Donations
Established
2003
Funding Sources
Individual and Corporate Giving, Family Foundation Giving and Special Events
Service Area
The Arkansas Zoological Foundation raises funds for
the growth and development of the Little Rock Zoo
Zoo Director/Executive Director
Susan Altrui
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lisa Buehler
Chair
Jessica Poynter
Vice Chair
David Aston
Treasurer
Lauren Landers
Secretary
John Brandenberger
Chad Causey
Angela Elizandro
Joe Goellner
Rickey Hicks
Rex Kyle
Karen Masching
Lea May
Deana McCormack
Jaimie Moss
Jessica Scott
Brad Sims
Betsy Singleton Snyder
Wendie Weare
1 Zoo Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
501.661.7208
ArkZooFoundation.org