The Santa Barbara Zoo is a private, nonprofit organization that relies on the revenues generated from ticket sales, concessions, and private event site rentals to sustain our operating budget. Since we do not receive regular tax funding, improvements to the Zoo are made possible with the support of foundations, corporations, and individuals like you.

Click on the links below to see how you can become involved in any number of programs that help the Zoo.

The first phase of The Zoo Campaign was quite successful: we renovated the elephant exhibit, launched plans for Condor Country, enhanced the Zoo's endowment...more	Help Kids go to the Zoo with ZOO4U! Each year, there are many children, families, and school groups within our community who cannot afford to visit the Zoo...more
Our award-winning Zoo Camp program has enriched the lives of generations of children, many of whom return as a CIT or camp counselor. However, there are many children...more	A Foster Feeder is a very special person who takes their favorite Zoo animal "under their wing," and sponsors its care for a year. You can maintain your Foster Feeder...more
You can give a thoughtful gift to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion by donating to the Santa Barbara Zoo in honor of that special someone.	We invite you to consider making a planned gift as a part of your commitment during The Zoo Campaign: Wild California. Did you know that planned and estate gifts may...more
By donating an item on the Santa Barbara Zoo's "Wish List," you can be recognized as a Zoo donor, qualify for a charitable deduction and provide needed supplies and materials that enrich the...more

The Keeper for a Day program offers a unique once in a lifetime opportunity to work alongside a zookeeper, creating and providing enrichment toys for the animals at the Zoo!	Do you want a creative way to celebrate a birthday or anniversary? Why not celebrate with a unique gift of an exclusive two-hour tour that will give you an inside look of the Santa Barbara Zoo?