mother and baby elephant

Animals have an instinct for survival, but they can’t do it without our help.

The “wild” is shrinking – virtually all animals are experiencing some sort of challenge.

There is good news, though! Countless people have dedicated their lives to conservation efforts. These animal advocates need financial support from people like you and me to continue their important work.


Columbus Zoo Conservation Projects Donate Now

By providing grants to conservation leaders in more than 40 countries, the Zoo puts your donation to work where it really matters...in the animals' native ranges. 

Your gift will:

  • Advance conservation research
  • Build capacity among local populations
  • Strengthen environmental education
  • Promote community involvement
  • Foster behavior change that benefits wildlife and people

More than 85 unique species—from smooth-shelled sea turtles to orange-haired orangutans—were positively impacted through our recent conservation efforts.

We need conservationists like you to continue fighting extinction, celebrating beautiful biodiversity, and securing a better future through a gift to the Wildlife Conservation Fund.