Double your impact today and help us create lasting change! When you make a gift today, it will be matched — up to $150,000 — thanks to a generous group of donors, to help protect animals here at Oakland Zoo and around the world.

Friends of the Wild, our closest circle of donors, fuel our work for animals, people, and the planet while enjoying our most generous benefits.

Oakland Zoo is a tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

Explore Benefits

ALL GIVING LEVELS ($1,000+ Annually)
- Transferable Zoo Membership for four adults, age 18 and older, and four children
- Free year-round daytime admission and free parking with no reservations required
- Special Access for four individuals: Summer Early Entry and Glowfari Lantern Festival
- Discounts: Gift Shop, ZooCamp, Education programs, and select special events
- Discounted admission at over 125 zoos and aquariums nationwide
- Invitations to donor-exclusive events and previews
- Annual recognition in Oakland Zoo's Impact Report

$2,500+
- Benefits above, plus Zoo or Vet Hospital tour for up to four people so you can learn about the Zoo’s programs for animal wellbeing, conservation and rescue

$5,000+
- Benefits above, plus intimate Behind-the-Scenes gathering: Invitation for up to four people to experience the level of care we provide our resident animals and rescued wildlife

Frequently asked questions

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Gibbons photo: Steven Gotz