Support the Zoo
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens is a non-profit organization. Every visit, donation, and membership directly supports the animals in our care and the conservation work to help repopulate species in the wild.
Your support makes a difference
San Francisco Zoo is a non-profit organization, which means that the work we do — caring for nearly 1,500 animals, running education programs, and advancing conservation efforts locally and globally — depends on the generosity of people who believe in our mission.
When you support the Zoo, you contribute in many ways: You’re helping fund high-level veterinary care for animals that depend on us. You’re making it possible for thousands of school children to experience wildlife firsthand, many of them for the very first time. You’re supporting field conservation programs that protect threatened species in the Bay Area and beyond. And you’re helping ensure that San Francisco Zoo remains a vital and cherished part of this city for years to come.
There are many ways to get involved, from becoming a member and enjoying unlimited visits, to adopting an animal, volunteering your time, or making a one-time or recurring donation.
Corporate partnerships and planned giving opportunities are also available for those looking to make a deeper, lasting impact. However you choose to support us, know that it makes a difference.
Membership
Become a member and enjoy unlimited admission, discounts on programs and events, early entry, and the satisfaction of knowing your support goes directly to the animals and the Zoo’s mission.
Donate
Take your involvement to the next level by joining our community of supporters committed to advancing the Zoo’s mission. Your contributions enable us to provide top-notch veterinary care, facilitate award-winning education programs and support conservation efforts both locally and globally. The deeper your engagement, the closer you get—and the greater your impact.
Volunteer
Would you like to make a positive impact on the Zoo? Volunteering can be a fun, educational and rewarding experience. With programs for adults, teens and everyone in between, there’s opportunity to inspire future conservationists, build job readiness skills and beautify the Zoo!
In this section
From memberships and donations to planned giving and corporate partnerships, here are all the ways you can get involved and make a difference.
Every act of generosity makes a real difference.
Whether you support through membership, volunteering, or advocacy, your involvement helps shape what the Zoo can do next.
