Make an Animal’s Wish Come True

This giving season, celebrate your favorite animal—or animals!—by supporting the Philadelphia Zoo and the American Association of Zoo Keepers. Your gift will help fulfill the Zoo’s animal wish list, providing special items and experiences that support the health, happiness, and well-being of the animals in our care here at the Zoo and around the world.

Celebrate the animals you love and help make their wishes come true!

It’s Puzzle Time for Primates

Puzzle feeders tap into primates’ natural curiosity, challenging them to explore and solve problems as they search for food. These enriching experiences encourage natural behaviors and keep their minds and bodies active. Puzzle feeders range in price from $10 to $120.

Climb, Crawl & Cozy Up!

Climbing branches and cozy hiding spots help reptiles and birds explore, climb, and feel safe. Perches let tree-loving animals reach new heights, while hollow logs offer a snug spot to rest, relax, or hide! Perches cost $15 to $45.

Make a Jolly Wish for Tigers, lions and bears, oh my

Jolly Eggs and balls are tough, durable toys that encourage natural hunting behaviors in predators like tigers, lions, and bears. They roll, float, and even let animals sink their sharp teeth into them as they chase, pounce, and play. Jolly Eggs and balls range in price from $20 to $60.

That’s the Spot!

Ever have an itchy spot you just can’t reach? Animals do, too! Rhinos and Ankole cattle need heavy-duty back scratchers, while big cats like pumas and jaguars love to flex their claws and scratch. These special tools help animals care for their skin and practice natural grooming behaviors. Everyone deserves a good scratch! Scratching posts cost $45 to $1,000.

A Giraffe-Sized Grocery Bill!

Imagine shopping for more than 1,900 animals! Feeding everyone at the Zoo costs over half a million dollars a year. Giraffes munch on leafy, thorny branches, while penguins gobble up lots and lots of fish. Our commissary stocks about 300 different types of food a year, including 2 million crickets, 1 million mealworms, 7 species of fish, more than 280 tons of hay, over 60 types of fruits and vegetables, and even blood for our vampire bats. Now that’s one long WILD wish list!

Healthy Animals, Happy Lives!

Every animal deserves exceptional care! From life-saving medications and routine checkups to specialized laboratory tests, keeping more than 1,900 animals healthy takes expertise and resources. This wish list option helps provide the exceptional care to keep our animals thriving.

A world where people and wildlife thrive together

For decades, the Philadelphia Zoo has supported more than 40 conservation projects in 28 countries to protect endangered animals and their habitats. From planting trees that reconnect wildlife habitats to supporting guard dogs that protect rhinos from poachers, our ultimate wish is a future where people and wildlife thrive together.

Frequency

Frequently asked questions

Will my donation purchase the item listed?

Your donation helps fund animal care and enrichment programs throughout the Zoo. While we make every effort to direct funds toward the area or item you selected, donations support ongoing needs and may not be used to purchase that specific item.

Do I get a receipt?

Yes, we’ll send a receipt to the email address you provide when donating. The receipt will include your donation details, such as the date, amount, and any beneficiary information.

Is my donation secure?

Yes. Your security and privacy is our highest priority. We use industry-standard SSL technology to keep your information safe and secure.

How is my personal data handled?

Your personal data is processed in accordance with our privacy policy and also in accordance with the privacy policy of GoFundMe, our website partner.