Join us to celebrate the 44th annual Zoofari Gala on Friday, June 13 at the Louisville Zoo! 

Why Sponsor Zoofari 2025?

Not only will you and your guests attend this signature event in style, you will also receive many benefits while supporting a beloved community institution. The proceeds raised from this event through sponsorships, donations, and other event proceeds directly benefit the great work of the Zoo.

Benefits of Zoofari 2025 Sponsorship

Your Zoofari experience begins with a cocktail hour featuring exciting animal encounters, signature drinks and hors d’oeuvres. Guests will be transported to the (temperature controlled) Oasis Event Tent for a gourmet plated dinner, engaging program and live auction followed by an exciting afterparty featuring live music, late night bites, silent auction … and more.

• Private VIP Party Suite during the after-party
• Zoofari full program tickets
• Zoofari Mix & Mingle party tickets
• Louisville Zoo Family Fun Packs
• Behind the Scenes Tour certificate
• Logo recognition on VIP Party Suite, website, Zoofari print and digital advertising including event program and signage
• Personalized social media advertising
• Acknowledgement in the Trunkline (Zoo quarterly magazine)
• Zoofari donor recognition panel on Zoo’s main plaza

Please note that the above benefits are not available at all sponsorship levels. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits . . . please contact us or email FriendsOfTheLouisvilleZoo@gmail.com.

Table & Sponsorship Information and Commitment Form

Food Sponsorship Information and Commitment Form

Become a Zoofari Sponsor

To confirm you sponsorship please complete the Sponsor Commitment Form and return it to us at FriendsOfTheLouisvilleZoo@gmail.com.

Please note that the availability of some sponsorship levels are limited. Contact us directly at FriendsOfTheLouisvilleZoo@gmail.com if you have questions about a specific opportunity or level.

Zoofari is hosted by the Friends of the Louisville Zoo board. The Friends of the Louisville Zoo (FOZ) was established in 1969 and is a 100% volunteer managed 501(c)(3) charitable organization (EIN #61-0721682), raising funds to support the enhancement and expansion of The Louisville Zoo.