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Follow on Google News | Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens reaches $2.5 million sustainability goalLeaders thank all those who helped with the No Zoo Without You campaign
By: Wellons Communications Now, after many months of hard work and a huge outpouring of support, the Zoo is proud to announce that it has reached its goal of raising $2.5 million for its No Zoo Without You sustainability campaign. "We think of the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens as a community place," said Dino Ferri, the Zoo's CEO. "And this was truly a community effort, with support coming in everywhere from government sources to schoolchildren. We're so, so thankful." The No Zoo Without You sustainability campaign kicked off in June 2020 after the Zoo was closed for eight weeks during its busiest season and had racked up a large deficit. The campaign's goal was to help keep the Zoo's doors open. The No Zoo Without You campaign drew support from a wide swath of donors. Ferri specifically thanked the Seminole County Board of Commissioners, Seminole County Tourism Development Council and the City of Sanford, as well as hundreds of individuals donors, from passholders and longtime supporters to those who donated on social media and even classes of students. While this portion of the sustainability effort has reached its goal, Ferri said the No Zoo Without You concept will continue as the Zoo shifts its fundraising efforts to continued expansion and improvement of the Zoo facilities for guests and animal residents alike. Those who wish to continue supporting the Zoo have several options:
About the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to over 300 animals in Sanford, Florida. As a not-for-profit organization, it is a leader in conservation, providing experiences that excite and inspire adults and children to learn and act on behalf of wildlife. More information is available at www.centralfloridazoo.org. End
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