How is the zoo funded?
The zoo is owned and operated by the City of Eureka. Funding for all operational costs (animal food, vet care, education programs, keeper salaries, etc) is provided through the Citys general fund. Capital improvements such as the Barnyard and Entry Pavilion facilities were funded entirely from private donations and grants. The Zoo Foundation is the non-profit fund-raising organization that supports the zoo, through Gift Shop and Cafe sales, memberships, events and other fundraising activities. Please consider joining the Zoo Foundation or contributing to the Zoo Improvement Fund and help us build a better zoo. Call 442-5649 for more information.
