Join a Donor Club
When you support Lincoln Park Zoo as a Donor Club member, you fund world-class animal care, protect species across the planet, and share the gift of science and nature with the next generation. As a thank you, you’ll receive exclusive benefits, including special event invites, priority registration for camps and programs, and unlimited free parking.
Donor Club Members May Receive:
- Unlimited free parking
- Behind-the-scenes tour opportunities
- Invitations to special events, like Walking Tours and Breakfast at the Zoo
- Earliest registration opportunity for zoo camps
- Free rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel and Lionel Train Adventure
- Free or discounted admission to more than 100 Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited institutions nationwide
- …and more!
Donor Club Levels
Join or RenewDonors' Circle
For as little as $1 per day, enjoy unlimited free parking, train and carousel rides, priority camp registration, a front-of-scenes tour, and more.
$365+
Conservators' Circle
Become an integral partner in the work we do in Chicago and around the world. Enjoy behind-the-scenes opportunities, special events, and more.
$2,000+
Chairman's Council
Deepen your commitment to Chicago’s free zoo and enjoy one-of-a-kind experiences for you and your family.
$25,000+
Donors’ Circle Benefits
Close| Benefits | Curators' Circle $365 to $499 | Explorers' Circle $500 to $999 | Ecologists' Circle $1,000 to $1,999 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited free parking when you visit the zoo |  | | |
| Priority registration for Summer Conservation Camp and Zoo Crew-enroll before regular members and the general public | | | |
| A private front-of-scenes zoo tour | | | |
| Invitation to Breakfast at the Zoo (Donor Club-exclusive event) | | | |
| Access to continental breakfast at Members-Only Mornings | | | |
| Access to the Member Lounge, featuring members-only programming | | | |
| 10 complimentary rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel or Lionel Train Adventure | | | |
| Invitations to special animal previews and parties | | | |
| Invitations to exclusive members-only events, including SuperZooPicnic and Members-Only Night at ZooLights | | | |
| Invitation to one of many Walking Tours with a Curator | | | |
| Invitation to Annual Meeting | | | |
| Invitation to special donor appreciation event | | ||
| Buy-one, get-one-free admission to Malott Family Penguin Encounters (based on availability) | |
Conservators’ Council Benefits
Close| Benefits | Council Associate $2,000 to $2,999 | Council Patron $3,000 to $4,999 | Council Steward $5,000 to $9,999 | Council Ambassador $10,000 to $24,999 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited free parking when you visit the zoo | | | | |
| Priority registration for Summer Conservation Camp and Zoo Crew—enroll before regular members and the general public | | | | |
| Invitation for four people to ZooLights Party | | | | |
| Invitation to one of several Walking Tours with a Zoo Luminary | | | | |
| Invitation to Annual Meeting | | | | |
| Invitation to Breakfast at the Zoo (Donor Club-exclusive event) | | | | |
| Access to continental breakfast at Members-Only Mornings | | | | |
| Unlimited complimentary rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel and Lionel Train Adventure | | | | |
| Access to the Member Lounge, featuring members-only programming | | | | |
| Invitation to special animal previews and parties | | | | |
| Invitation to special donor appreciation event | | | | |
| Buy-one, get-one-free admission to Malott Family Penguin Encounters (based on availability) | | | | |
| Recognition on Honor Roll of Donors | | | | |
| Invitations to exclusive members-only events, including SuperZooPicnic and Members-Only Night at ZooLights | | | | |
| Bronze-level behind-the-scenes small group tour | | | | |
| A private silver-level behind-the-scenes tour | | | | |
| Invitation for six people to ZooLights Party | | | | |
| A private gold-level behind-the-scenes tour | | | ||
| Invitation for eight people to ZooLights Party | | | ||
| Lunch with a zoo curator or scientist | | |||
| Invitation to annual dinner with chairman of the board | | |||
| Invitation for 10 people to ZooLights Party | |
Chairman’s Council Benefits
Close| Benefits | Chairman’s Council $25,000+ |
|---|---|
| Unlimited free parking when you visit the zoo | |
| Priority registration for Summer Conservation Camp and Zoo Crew—enroll before regular members and the general public | |
| A private gold-level behind-the-scenes tour | |
| Invitation for 10 people to ZooLights Party | |
| Lunch with a zoo curator or scientist | |
| Invitation to Annual Meeting | |
| Invitation to one of several Walking Tours with a Zoo Luminary | |
| Invitation to annual dinner with chairman of the board | |
| A unique, personalized zoo encounter created specially for you and your family | |
| Unlimited complimentary rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel and Lionel Train Adventure | |
| Invitation to Breakfast at the Zoo (Donor Club-exclusive event) | |
| Access to a continental breakfast at Members-Only Mornings | |
| Access to the Member Lounge, featuring members-only programming | |
| Invitation to special animal previews and parties | |
| Invitation to Annual Meeting | |
| Invitation to special donor appreciation event | |
| Buy-one, get-one-free admission to Malott Family Penguin Encounters (based on availability) | |
| Recognition on Honor Roll of Donors | |
| Invitations to exclusive members-only events, including SuperZooPicnic and Members-Only Night at ZooLights | |