Support The Pride Donor Circle
The Pride Donor Circle supports the annual fund and enjoys exclusive opportunities to connect with the Zoo.
This esteemed group enjoys all the benefits of Zoo membership along with exclusive privileges that connect members with parts of the Zoo most don’t get to experience. What’s more, the Pride Donor Circle supports the Zoo Society’s annual fund, which helps ensure a thriving Zoo through our thoughtful advocacy and philanthropic fundraising.
Download The Pride Donor Circle Engagement Opportunities for 2026 here.


Andrea Ponikvar
Vice President of Philanthropy
(216) 635-3323
Ponikvar@ClevelandZooSociety.org
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