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ESTABLISHED 1875
MISSION The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s (CZBG’s) central strategic objective is to “Inspire every visitor with wildlife every day.” We add a focus to that objective: “Inspire and connect every visitor with wildlife every day, to engage and cultivate a healthy and sustainable future.” Our vision is inspiring passion for nature and saving wildlife for future generations through four pillars: Creating Adventure, Conveying Knowledge, Conserving Nature, and Serving Community.
SERVING OUR COMMUNITY
- CZBG serves over 1.9 million visitors annually through a variety of fun and educational programs founded on one of the most superb and diverse collections of plants and animals in the U.S.
- We reach over 350,000 children and educators through on-site and virtual science programs, as well as through a full-time public high school, Zoo Academy, and free field trips for students from disadvantaged neighborhoods.
- World-class conservation research by the scientists at CREW is focused on saving endangered wildlife and plants.
- Our commitment to environmental sustainability through green building, energy efficiency, and resource management has earned us the title of “Greenest Zoo in America.”
- The Zoo uses its resources to create community partnerships that improve quality of life in our community.
- Zoo-wide Access for All initiative ensures all are welcome.
LEADERSHIP
Top Executive Staff
Thane Maynard, Zoo Director
Dave Jenike, Chief Operating Officer
Lori Voss, Chief Financial Officer
Reba Dysart, VP of Development
Mark Fisher, VP of Facilities, Planning & Sustainability
Chad Yelton, VP of PR, Marketing & Group Sales
Board of Trustees
George Molinsky, Chairman of the Board
George Joseph, Vice Chairman
Peter Ragland, Secretary
Tim Bonacci, Treasurer
OTHER WAYS TO HELP Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is home to the world’s only arboretum within a zoo to achieve the highest level of recognition awarded by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum. From edible and aquaponic gardens that provide produce for our Zoo Base Camp Café, to pollinator and endangered plant species, we manage a wide variety of interesting and beautiful collections for research, visitor education, and enjoyment. Support our Botanical Garden to ensure that we can continue to lead our community in plant propagation, trialing, sustainability, and, of course, beauty.
3400 Vine St.
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 487-3318
https://cincinnatizoo.org
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