SUPPORT YOUR ZOO
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo provides a fun, unique and up-close experience that strengthens the bond between people and wildlife. Thanks to the generosity of private donors like you, we are able to fulfill our mission.
Kingdoms of Asia Trail Tiles
These $500 trail tiles are 12″x12″ and are an excellent way to leave your mark in this immersive exhibit.
African Adventure Trail Tiles
These $500 trail tiles are 12″x12″ and are an excellent way to leave your mark on this spectacular exhibit.
Sea Lion Cove Donor Wall
Show your support for Fresno Chaffee Zoo’s Sea Lion Cove exhibit by joining our exclusive donor wall.
Corporate Partnership
Elevate your brand by aligning with our cause and contribute towards a shared, hopeful, and sustainable future for the Central Valley and beyond.
For more information or to start your partnership with Fresno Chaffee Zoo, contact us at 559-498-5959 or giving@fcz.org.
Your partnership could be tax deductible. Please contact your financial advisor for tax-deduction eligibility.
Rates and benefits could be subject to changes.
Thank You To Our Champion Partner
Thank You To Our Advocate PartnerS
Tribute Gifts
Donate to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in tribute of birthdays, anniversaries, special occasions or to honor loved ones.
Planned Giving
Make a Big Impact With a Future Gift
A legacy gift enables you to support Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo Corporation, secures the financial needs of your loved ones, and provides you with tax benefits. Legacy gifts of all sizes help us to meet our current needs and secure the Zoo’s future.
Learn how you can continue to make a difference for the animals at Fresno Chaffee Zoo and for all the earth’s inhabitants with thoughtful gift planning.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL OUR Development OFFICE AT 559-498-5959 or email giving@fcz.org.
Zoo Camp Scholarships
Become a MEMBER
Membership Benefits
Member Access and Discounts:
- Free annual unlimited admission during regular Zoo hours
- Free admission to Stingray Bay
- Discount on giraffe feeding at Twiga Terrace
- A 10% discount at all Fresno Chaffee Zoo gift shops and cafés
- Discounted rates on education programs
- Discounted rates on birthday parties and special events
Special Perks and Programs:
- Monthly Member Perk
- Free -OR- Discounted admission to over 120 AZA reciprocal Zoos and Aquariums.
- Reciprocal Zoo List
Disclaimer: Fresno County residents receive $10 off any level of membership with zip code verification (may not be combined with other discounted offers). Discount can only be applied with phone and in-person orders (discount not available online). Discount not valid on gift memberships. This discount is made possible through Measure Z.
Auto-renewals will only apply to the base-level cost of memberships and will exclude any add-ons and/or Fresno County resident discount. If you would like to purchase the Extra Adult add-on or apply the Fresno County resident discount to your membership, please email our Membership Department at membership@fcz.org, call us at (559) 498-5921, or visit our Membership Center during your next visit.
Membership Levels
Patron Programs
Make an impact today by joining one of our Patron or Young Fresno Chaffee Zoo Society memberships. By supporting Fresno Chaffee Zoo, you will help in achieving our mission to inspire people to care for animals, create connections, build community and save wildlife.
If you have any questions, please call our Membership office at 559-498-5921.
Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Misuse may result in forfeiture.
A portion of your membership could be considered tax-deductible subject to general limitations applicable to your personal circumstances. Please visit www.irs.gov or contact your financial advisor for tax-deduction eligibility.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Become a VOLUNTEER
Group Volunteers
Have a group looking for a fun volunteer opportunity? We are searching for school clubs, organizations, and families to volunteer for our special events, Ice Cream Zoofari and Zoo Boo. Assist with activities, crafts, and serving food. It’s a great way to get involved and have some fun!
If interested: Groups of 5 people or more, and 13 years and older, are encouraged to contact volunteer@fcz.org.
Become an animal care Assistant
Ages 18 and older
If you are interested in helping out with animals in a variety of ways, then this could be a great opportunity for you! It’s a great learning experience and allows the opportunity to interact with zookeepers. Gain knowledge on the husbandr of our animals. Application and a negative TB test are required.
zoo camp jr. camp counselor
Ages 13-17
Are you interested in wildlife? Would you like to be a small group leader of children’s activities? If so, apply to volunteer in our Zoo Camp Junior Counselor program. Spend a fun and rewarding summer assisting kids to understand and appreciate the natural world. You will help campers ages 3-11 with a variety of activities, art projects and games.
Volunteens
Ages 13-17
VolunTeens have the opportunity to volunteer year-round at Fresno Chaffee Zoo, educating guests using activities that tie back to the Zoo conservation efforts. Teens will gain experience with public speaking and interacting with people of all ages and backgrounds as well as leadership and time management skills.
This is a year-round volunteer program, having the opportunity to volunteer during school holidays and breaks, and on some Saturdays (excluding summer months). There is a 1-day training requirement.
Become a Docent
Join Our Program
Fresno Chaffee Zoo is always looking for volunteers who would like to be a part of the zoo’s mission. We have several different opportunities depending on your schedule. If you only have one day a year to volunteer, you or your group can volunteer to help at the zoo for one of our special events. If you have a few days a month to volunteer, you can join our Zoo Ambassadors program. Zoo Ambassadors welcome visitors to the zoo and share with them insider tips and tricks on how to have a great day at the Zoo. If you have more days to offer, consider joining our Docent program.
Docents form the core of our educational volunteers at Fresno Chaffee Zoo. They lead tours of Zoo grounds and exhibits, perform public talks with bio facts, assist with educational programs and act as ambassadors of the Zoo.
Training for this program is at the end of the fall and beginning of winter. Applications will become available at the end of August.
For questions about event volunteering for groups or corporations email volunteer@fcz.org.
donate to our Browse Program
The animals at Fresno Chaffee Zoo consume hundreds of pounds of browse every year! We encourage Zoo visitors to bring their pesticide-free browse to the Zoo’s approved drop-off location.
We encourage Zoo visitors to bring their PESTICIDE-FREE browse to the Zoo’s approved drop-off location. Please scroll down to view our approved browse species and a list of Frequently Asked Questions. We are so thankful for your donations! If you have any questions, please email info@fcz.org.
APPROVED BROWSE
Xylosma, Mulberry, Chinese Pistache, Carob, Bamboo, Arundo grass and Chinese Elm.
BROWSE FAQs
