Charitable Donation Program

The Chicago Zoological Society is pleased to consider requests for complimentary passes for Nonprofit Fundraisers and for Community Groups. Please see below for more information.

Donation Requests to Support Nonprofit Fundraisers
The Chicago Zoological Society is pleased to consider requests for complimentary passes in support of fundraising events for nonprofit organizations. Our program is designed to directly support nonprofit fundraisers. We’re sorry but we are unable to participate in third party or individual requests. Due to the volume of requests, we regret that we are unable to accommodate all requests that ask for and merit our assistance.

Please note the following donation guidelines:
  • The organization must be a nonprofit within our market area and must be using the passes as a fundraising item for an auction or raffle.
  • Requests are reviewed and approved on a first-come first-serve basis.
  • Donations are limited to one time per organization per calendar year.
  • A Family Admission Package is offered which consists of:
    • One parking pass
    • 6 general admission passes
    • 6 passes to the Hamill Family Play Zoo
    • 6 passes to the Carousel
  • The admission package will be mailed to the contact name and address provided at least one month in advance of the event.

All donation requests and questions/follow up must be submitted online. Requests made by phone, fax, or regular mail will not be considered.

Please click here to request a donation for a Nonprofit Fundraiser.

Donation Requests to Support Community Groups
The Chicago Zoological Society is pleased to consider requests for complimentary passes in support of nonprofit organizations working with underserved communities. While each request receives careful consideration, we regret that we are unable to accommodate all requests that ask for and merit our assistance.

Please note the following donation guidelines:

  • The organization must be a nonprofit within our market area and must be using the passes to assist their clients in visiting the zoo.
  • Requests are reviewed and approved on a first-come first-serve basis.
  • Donations are limited to one time per organization per calendar year.
  • A maximum of 20 free general admission passes are available per group.
  • The passes will be mailed to the contact name and address provided at least one month in advance of the anticipated visit to the zoo.
All donation requests and questions/follow up must be submitted online. Requests made by phone, fax, or regular mail will not be considered.

Please click here to request a donation for a Community Group.