LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It is time for the Louisville Zoo's annual fundraiser, Zoofari! 2021. While COVID-19 restrictions are evolving, it still won't be the same as in years past.
Fans of the Zoo can support the cause by participating in a silent auction and by reserving a Zoofari! take-home box.
The silent auction features several items including those unique to the Zoo. It takes place June 1 through June 13 at noon. The "Zoofari! Mix & Mingle" boxes can be reserved online and can be picked up at the Zoo in June. Every box purchased includes a chance to be entered to win a Wild Safari Walk or Animal Experience. Boxes bought before May 26 will receive an additional entry and a plush sloth.
There are two different Zoofari! Mix & Mingle boxes available:
- Box for Two ($150 donation) — contains the Queen’s Board from Board & You, signature cocktails featuring Brown-Forman products, two exclusive Louisville Zoo coasters featuring some of your favorite “Zoolebrities,” two Zoofari! glasses, snacks and sweet treats!
- Family Box ($225 donation) — contains a delicious meal from Crowler Catering, signature cocktails featuring Brown-Forman products, a complete set (four) of exclusive Louisville Zoo coasters featuring some of your favorite “Zoolebrities,” four Zoofari! glasses, snacks, sweet treats, a butterfly activity kit, and a copy of the Zoo’s children’s book, “The Truth About Zoos: Annie’s Awesome Adventures.”
Money raised from Zoofari! 2021 will go toward renovations to the Louisville Zoo's MetaZoo education facility and its Animal Ambassador Program. This program introduces students and families to animals during events such as Safari Day Camps, virtual learning sessions, festivals and other outreach experiences. To date, over $140,000 has been raised to support the MetaZoo renovations and Animal Ambassador Program.