The Sedgwick County Zoo (SCZ) is pleased to announce that the Sedgwick County Board of County Commissioners has voted in favor of a $2.5 million gift toward the Zoo’s current capital campaign. The “Our Growing Herd” campaign, which launched last month, aims to raise $10 million for an expansion of the existing elephant care facilities.
“Sedgwick County continues to be a valued partner of the Zoo,” said Scott Newland, President and CEO of SCZ. “It is through the support of our community that we’re able to continue to grow and strive to push beyond the standards of outstanding animal wellbeing.”
Thanks to Sedgwick County’s commitment and the enthusiastic support of other donors, the Zoo is closing in on the $3 million mark of the fundraising campaign.
With five female elephants pregnant and expected to give birth next spring and summer, the Zoo is optimistic that its $10 million goal will be met quickly and construction will begin shortly after the new calves have arrived.
To learn more about how you can support “Our Growing Herd,” please visit SCZ.org/elephants.
This blog was shared in partnership with the Sedgwick County Zoo
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