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Circle of Life Society

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Join the Circle of Life Society

The Minnesota Zoo Foundation’s Circle of Life Society honors and thanks individuals today for the support they will provide in the future through their estates or other planned gifts. This long-term giving supports the Zoo’s mission to connect people, animals, and the natural world. Your planned gift to the Minnesota Zoo Foundation helps ensure that the Zoo’s award-winning exhibits, education programs, and conservation initiatives are available to future generations while you enjoy access to insider events and behind-the-scenes experiences.

Have a question or interested in learning more? Our planned giving team would be happy to speak with you in confidence, with no obligation. 

Email : donations@mnzoo.org
Phone: 952.431.9237

Compare Donor Benefits

The best part about being a Minnesota Zoo Foundation donor: you'll see firsthand your impact today, while making an investment in the Zoo’s tomorrow. You’ll also receive a variety of unique benefits and insider experiences for helping us further the Zoo’s mission.

$50$100$300+
(Friends)$1,200+
(Director’s Circle)$3,000+
(Director’s Circle)$6,000+
(Director’s Circle)$10,000+
(President’s Club)Circle of Life 
Society
Donor newsletter
Invites to donor appreciation day
Donor Membership to the Zoo*
Invites to insider events and experiences
Annual Impact Report and Donor Wall recognition
Dedicated parking spot (first come, first served)
Friends membership to give away*
Behind-the-scenes experience
Invites to President's Club events and
experiences

*Donor membership includes Zoo admission for two adults living at the same address, any children and/or grandchildren ages 21 and under, and allows the membership holder to bring two complimentary guests with each visit. Event invitations are sent via email. Please email us at donations@mnzoo.org to ensure we have your preferred email on file.

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