Annual Corporate Giving
| Annual Gift | Level | Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| $500–$999 | Corporate Friend | Business name listed on the Foundation website |
| $1,000–$2,499 | Corporate Supporter | Business name and company logo on the Corporate Partners page |
| $2,500–$4,999 | Corporate Partner | Website recognition, company logo, and recognition in Foundation donor communications |
| $5,000–$9,999 | Conservation Partner | Enhanced website recognition, company logo, and selected Foundation acknowledgments |
| $10,000–$24,999 | Conservation Sponsor | Prominent recognition connected with Foundation programs or projects, plus enhanced website recognition |
| $25,000–$49,999 | Leadership Partner | Prominent recognition and customized stewardship opportunities |
| $50,000+ | Conservation Leadership Partner | Customized recognition, major project opportunities, and potential sponsorship or naming discussions |
Corporate partners may choose to decline any recognition or benefits associated with their gift and may also choose to remain anonymous.
Limited admission tickets, employee opportunities, or other zoo experiences may be available at selected giving levels when appropriate. These opportunities are secondary to the primary purpose of the program: supporting the Foundation’s mission and recognizing businesses that make that work possible.
Exhibit & Program Sponsorships
Businesses may have opportunities to sponsor selected animal exhibits, educational programs, conservation initiatives, animal-care programs, and other Foundation projects.
Recognition may include:
- On-site signage such as “Supported by [Business Name]”
- Recognition on the Foundation website
- Company logo placement where appropriate
- Recognition in Foundation communications
- Invitations to selected Foundation events or project milestones
Sponsorship opportunities and contribution levels vary based on the visibility, scope, and duration of the project.
For example:
This exhibit is proudly supported by ABC Company
or
Conservation education supported by ABC Company
| Opportunity | Starting Range |
|---|---|
| Small exhibit/program sponsorship | Starting at $5,000 |
| Prominent exhibit or high-traffic area | Starting at $15,000 |
| Major education/conservation program | Starting at $25,000 |
| Major habitat/project sponsorship | Custom |
| Naming rights | Custom; generally a significant multi-year commitment |
Major Projects & Naming Opportunities
Major gifts can make possible projects that would otherwise take years to accomplish.
Depending on the project and level of support, opportunities may include:
- New habitat construction
- Major habitat renovations
- Education facilities
- Veterinary or animal-care facilities
- Conservation initiatives
- Visitor amenities
- Major equipment
- Capital projects
Significant gifts may provide opportunities for permanent or term-limited recognition, including naming opportunities where appropriate.
Naming rights are considered separately from annual corporate recognition or exhibit sponsorships and are determined based on the scope, visibility, cost, and long-term significance of the project.
In-Kind & Professional Support
Businesses may also support the Foundation through donated goods, materials, equipment, or professional services.
Because the zoo and Foundation have specialized needs, we ask businesses to contact us before providing an in-kind contribution so we can determine whether the proposed gift or service can be used effectively.
Community Access Program Sponsorship
Each year, Brights Zoo receives hundreds of requests for donated admission tickets from local schools, churches, nonprofit organizations, youth groups, and other community organizations.
Through the Community Access Program, Brights Zoo provides a limited number of complimentary tickets each year to help support these organizations and the people they serve.
A corporate partner may choose to become the exclusive annual sponsor of this program, helping make these community visits possible while receiving meaningful local recognition.
Recognition may include:
- Sponsor name printed directly on donated admission tickets
- Recognition on the Brights Zoo Wildlife Foundation website
- Recognition in Foundation donor communications
- Acknowledgment as the exclusive annual sponsor of the Community Access Program
Because Brights Zoo admission tickets are printed using a text-only ticketing system, ticket recognition would appear in wording such as:
Community Access Program — Sponsored by ABC Company
The program is expected to provide approximately 200 complimentary admission tickets annually to qualifying community organizations.
Exclusive annual sponsorship: $7,500
Let’s Build a Partnership
Every business has different goals. Some may want visible community recognition, while others may prefer to quietly support a specific project or conservation need.
We welcome the opportunity to create a partnership that reflects both your organization’s charitable goals and the needs of Brights Zoo Wildlife Foundation.
Contact us to discuss corporate giving, sponsorships, major projects, or naming opportunities.