06/09/2025
A little rain (OK, a lot of rain) couldn't dampen our spirits at Zootopia on Saturday. Our annual gala was a wild success. Thanks to our generous supporters, we raised a record-breaking $900,000! That's the most we've ever raised during Zootopia, and those generous donations will go a long way toward our continued work providing exceptional animal care, protecting endangered species, and inspiring future conservation leaders.
And speaking of future conservation leaders, this year's Young Conservationist award winner thoroughly dazzled our guests. Congratulations to Vivianna Rousseau. She was recognized for her commitment to animal care and conservation — particularly with the Blanding's turtle hatchlings she raised with her school through our HATCH program. We cannot wait to see all you accomplish in support of wildlife and wild places!
Hearty thanks are due to many, many people who helped make this event so special and such a resounding success — including Matt Noyes, whose enthusiasm and positive energy as emcee clearly inspired our guests, and our sponsors and donors, whose generosity will make a lasting impact for wildlife. We are humbled and grateful for your support.
