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2014
annual report
The Sacramento Zoological Society 2014 Annual Report
COVER PHOTO CREDIT:
Erik Bowker
BACK COVER PHOTO:
Tonja Candelaria
PHOTO CREDIT:
Erik Bowker, Tonja
Candelaria, Alison Mott,
April Johnson, Christa
Klein, Mike Owyang
& Amanda Watters
board
president
MESSAGE FROM THE
BOARD PRESIDENT
My closing message is truly a bittersweet one. I’m grateful
for the support that all of the Zoo community has given to
the Board of Trustees this past year, and so sad for the painful
loss of our beloved Zoo Director, Mary Healy. Mary was not
only a cherished colleague in our shared love of the Zoo, but
a loyal and valued friend. Of course we have to move on, but
that doesn’t mean we will soon forget her untimely passing.
I personally want to thank all of you who have generously
offered gifts in Mary’s memory, and I assure you that they will
be put to a use that would please her.
As we move on, I want to give a special thanks to Dr. Adrian
Fowler who has graciously assumed the role of acting director
in the interim as we move forward with a search for Mary’s
successor.
As in past years, the Zoo has had an excellent year in no small
part due to the dedication and hard work of the staff, docents
and volunteers.
As for myself, I am in no way leaving the zoo community. My
term as Board President ended in December 2014, but my
g r eat e r
r o ad r u n n er
affection for the Zoo is as deeply held as it was when I first
joined the Zoo Board many years ago. I’ll always be grateful
that you’ve given me this wonderful opportunity to serve you.
Thank you,
James Naify
our mission
President
3930 West Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95822
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The nonprofit 501(c)(3) Sacramento
Zoological Society, formed in 1957,
serves as the managing and fundraising
organization for the Zoo, providing
funds for animal care, education and
conservation programs.
Board of Trustees
Mission Statement
The Sacramento Zoo inspires
appreciation, respect and a connection
with wildlife and nature through
education, recreation and conservation.
director’sFROM
desk
THE
DIRECTOR’S DESK
“Great people like Mary and Murray have
inspired new generations to do great things.
And they’re all here, making Sacramento Zoo
a leader among America’s small zoos.”
2014 brought a year of highs and lows for Sacramento Zoo. Mary Healy was very
much the face of the Zoo, and her presence is felt everywhere. From Tall Wonders
to Small Wonders, Mary’s vision is with us all. I share the sentiments of our Board
President that her loss is immeasurable.
Dr. Adrian Fowler, Interim Director
It has been a privilege to continue Mary’s work, but it would not have been
possible without the support and dedication of the Zoo’s professional staff. It has
been a difficult year indeed.
As if Mary’s passing was not enough heartache for one year, we also lost another
great friend who called Sacramento Zoo his home.
Small Wonders of Africa
Like many kids, I had great aspirations of
working with animals. As a youngster in
Britain, I had dreams of one day packing
my bags and working with wildlife
out in the bush. Not content with the
conventional reading for a twelve-yearold, my Christmas wish list included the
latest copy of Fowler’s Zoo & Wild Animal
Medicine, hot off the press as the all-new,
2nd edition.
At that age, I knew very little of Dr. Murray E. Fowler. But as I grew up, it became
obvious to me that his name was synonymous with wildlife medicine. Wherever in
the world wildlife professionals were working, they had Murray by their side – or at
least his textbook, widely regarded as the “bible” for zoo veterinarians.
Murray’s 8th edition of that same textbook now sits on my shelf here in
Sacramento. For thousands of wildlife professionals, our careers have been heavily
influenced by the work and writing of the one individual whom we all consider
to be the father of zoological medicine. Murray passed away on May 18, 2014,
leaving a legacy that veterinarians will admire for many generations to come.
Great people like Mary and Murray have inspired new generations to do great
things. And they’re all here, making Sacramento Zoo a leader among America’s
small zoos.
Dr. Adrian Fowler, BVSc MRCVS
Interim Zoo Director
2014 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
James Naify, President
Jeff Raimundo, Vice President
Charles Dalldorf, Secretary
Kevin Barri, Treasurer
Starr Walton Hurley, Past President
Mary Healy, Zoo Director/CEO
Dr. Adrian Fowler, Acting Director
Rebecca Bitter
Michael Broughton
Nancy E. Cole
Jeffrey K. Dorso
Murray E. Fowler, D.V.M.
Judy Goldbar
Steven Johnson
Irwin Karp
C. Emmett Mahle
Lynn Matsuda
John W. Otto
Linda L. Price
Jason Russell, C.P.A.
Adham Sbeih
Susan Schoenig
Elizabeth Stallard
Mike Testa
Jill M. Trainer, Ph.D.
Jody Ulich
Alan Yee, M.D.
The Sacramento Zoological Society 2014 Annual Report
IN MEMORY
Mary Healy
Dr. Murray E. Fowler
1953-2014
1928-2014
a tireless advocate for
the father of
wildlife and wild places
zoological medicine
year in review
2014 YEAR IN REVIEW
2014 brought great sadness to the Sacramento Zoo
community with the loss of two key advocates.
Largely due to the life’s work of these two remarkable
Director/CEO Mary Healy’s tragic and unexpected passing
people, the Zoo proudly continues on the path of success. In
in August left a great void in the Zoo family. Her undaunted
September, the opening of the new Small Wonders of Africa
spirit and visionary dreams are everywhere. Since 1999 when
habitat was celebrated, bringing six new species of animals to
Mary began her tenure in Sacramento, she was a valued
Sacramento. Visitors can now enjoy Straw-colored Fruit Bats,
community leader, a respected colleague to her peers in the
an Aardvark, Wolf’s Guenons, Red-billed Hornbills, Crested
Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and a passionate champion
Guineafowl and Fennec Foxes at the new exhibit.
of animals and the Sacramento Zoo. She is greatly missed.
A treasured Sacramento amenity, nearly a half million people
This year also marked the passing of Dr. Murray E. Fowler.
flock to the Zoo every year. In 2014, 498,419 visitors spent
A forerunner in his field, an outstanding and gifted teacher,
time with family and friends connecting with wildlife and
a prolific author and international authority in zoological
nature on the Zoo’s tree-lined campus in Land Park. An
medicine, Dr. Fowler was part of the Sacramento Zoo for 46
additional 10,978 individuals attended on-site special events,
years. His contributions to the zoo industry are legendary, and
including King of Feasts, Ice Cream Safari, Boo at the Zoo
his loss was felt worldwide.
and Wild Affair.
Sumatran Orangutan Veterinary Examination
J a g u ar
Offering education opportunities to adults as well as children, the Zoo hosted engaging
speakers on a variety of topics including conservation efforts for Red Pandas, giraffes
and cheetahs; and rescue of oil-contaminated birds.
Facing another year of extreme water shortage, the California Governor’s Office of
Emergency Services released a PSA showcasing how the Zoo has been proactive with
water conservation efforts. Highlighted efforts included the use of water efficient lixit
spigots for the animals, filtration and recirculation systems and drip irrigation. Further
conserving water, a succulent garden was installed and watering times were reduced on
sprinklers.
Book Signing with Dr. Laurie Marker
2014 was a year of transition in the Veterinary Department. The zoo community suffered
a great loss with the death of Dr. Murray E. Fowler, and we are currently working with
the UC Davis Library system to archive his extensive works and collections. In addition,
the Zoo’s medical record system of over 45,000 records was updated to a more modern
web-based system. In collaboration with the Wildlife Health Center at the UC Davis
School of Veterinary Medicine, the Zoo’s veterinary staff continues to provide first-rate
healthcare to every animal at the Zoo.
The Zoo proudly displayed a new playground structure, largely funded by the
Sacramento King’s Foundation “SacramenTENs Assist” program. Children of all ages
and abilities are drawn to the creative design that includes two slides, a small climbing
Boo at the Zoo
wall and sound game.
People are the heart of any nonprofit organization, and the Sacramento Zoological
Society is no different. Staff and volunteers at the Zoo provide first-rate animal care
while continually working to improve both the facility and the guest experience. In
2014, a group of 1,745 volunteers – including talented trustees, dedicated docents,
terrific teens, capable Keeper Aides, gifted groundskeepers, and enthusiastic event
helpers – donated 42,649 hours of expertise and hard work to the Zoo. We extend a
sincere and heartfelt note of thanks to them all.
Zoo Playground
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Zoo Teens
Docents
education
Child at Summer Camp
EDUCATION
The Education Department provided a wide variety of programs and experiences
that appealed to children and adults alike. Ably assisted by trained volunteer
docents and a select group of talented teens, Zoo staff provided an extensive
list of programs and educational opportunities throughout the year. In 2014, the
Zoo reached over 144,089 young and young-at-heart individuals with inspiring
messages about animals.
Dedicated docents volunteered 16,259 hours with 140 teens adding an additional
13,987 hours of volunteer service. For the many hours spent outside in cold rain or
hot sun, for sharing time and knowledge with young and old alike, and for setting
an example of dedication and support for the animals, thank you!
•
School and group field trips provided 51,424 children with an educational
message during Zoo visits
•
121 trained docent educators provided tours and programs for 1,002 children
and adults
•
Wildlife stage shows captured the attention of 42,995 visitors
•
Summer camps were enjoyed by 1,025 young children
•
Keeper talks at animal habitats and Survive & Thrive presentations provided
informative facts and details to 34,933 visitors
•
The ZooMobile traveled throughout the region bringing an educational
message to 6,410 children and seniors
•
Little Peeps pre-kindergarten classes introduced 207 youngsters to the world
of animals
•
Tea & Tours programs were enjoyed by 119 seniors and older adults
•
Animal Encounters provided educational moments for 4,736 visitors
•
Family and Group Overnight Safaris provided 1,130 children and adults an
opportunity to camp out at the Zoo after hours, with Starlight Safaris hosting
an additional 108 participants
Education Outreach Program
faces at the zoo
FACES AT THE ZOO
The Sacramento Zoo is proud to
have an outstanding collection
Animal Inventory
of animals to educate and inspire
our community.
The Zoo contributes significantly
to AZA’s conservation breeding
and management plans known as
Species Survival Programs (SSPs).
A total of 603 individual animals
representing 145 species reside
at the Zoo. Of that number, 79
species are in danger of going
extinct (listed as either Critically
Endangered, Endangered or
Vulnerable). Of the species
housed at the Sacramento Zoo,
71 are managed cooperatively as
part of the Zoo’s participation in
Mammals
Species
Individuals
Birds
Species
Individuals
Reptiles
Species
Individuals
Amphibians
Species
Individuals
Fish
Species
Individuals
Invertebrates
Species
Individuals
Total
Species
Individuals
c a s t r o t h e s u m atr a n t i g e r
34
96
43
180
47
192
14
113
3
12
4
10
145
603
AZA programs.
The opening of Small Wonders of Africa introduced six new species of
animals to Sacramento – Straw-colored Fruit Bats, an Aardvark, Wolf’s
Guenons, Red-billed Hornbills, Crested Guineafowl and Fennec Foxes.
Other new additions to the Zoo included a Snow Leopard, Yellow-banded
Poison Dart Frogs, tarantulas, adorable lion cubs, owl hatchlings and a
Yellow-backed Duiker calf. Also making an appearance were Halloween
a a rd va r k
Moon Crabs, a Desert Hairy Scorpion, Chuckwallas and Tokay Geckos. As
always, the entire circle of life is represented at the Zoo, and hearts were
heavy with the loss of several animals including Castro, the Sumatran Tiger.
Castro came to the Sacramento Zoo in 1999 and was diagnosed with
lymphoma in February 2013. At 16 years of age, he was the oldest breeding
male Sumatran Tiger in the United States. Castro sired five living offspring
who, in turn, have produced five cubs to date. A critically endangered
species, fewer than 500 Sumatran Tigers are believed to exist in the wild
with 200 living in zoos around the world. Castro was a beloved favorite of
staff and visitors alike and an awe-inspiring ambassador for his species. His
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legacy will live on through his progeny.
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conservation
CONSERVATION
snow leopard
Programs and projects receiving support from
the Sacramento Zoo in 2014 include:
Bird Conservation Nepal – Nepal
Bowling for Rhinos (Supported by Greater Sac AAZK) – Kenya
Community Conservation and Education to Protect Chimpanzees – Cameroon
Community Conservation of Sea Turtles – Kenya
Conservation of the St. Vincent Frog – Caribbean
Equine Herpes in Polar Bears (Supported by Greater Sac AAZK) – California
Frogwatch Citizen Science – California
Galapagos Penguin Nests – Ecuador
Giant Garter Snake Recovery Program – California
Grevy’s Zebra Trust – Kenya
Habitat use by Cavity Nesting Birds – South Africa
Conservation is a priority at the Sacramento Zoo which
supports and participates in projects that involve species
recovery, veterinary care for wildlife, habitat research,
zookeeper education, and the protection of species and
ecosystems.
Hornbill Nest Sponsorship – Thailand
Identification of Wild Nubian Ibex Hybrids – Egypt
International Snow Leopard Trust – Mongolia
Madagascar Fauna Group – Madagascar
Mabula Ground Hornbill Research and Conservation Project – South Africa
Masai Giraffe Conservation – Tanzania
Over $100,000 was donated in 2014 to support nearly
Nubian Ibex Genetic Diversity – Egypt
three dozen conservation organizations locally and around
Optimizing Rehydration Fluids for Tiger Salamanders – California
the world. The funding was generated through programs
Orangutan Outreach (Supported by Greater Sac AAZK) – Indonesia
that included Quarters for Conservation and two percent
Orangutan Genetics – Sumatra
of all Zoo membership fees.
Pancake Tortoise Ecology and Biology – Kenya
Pacific Fisher Health Project – California
Visitors are able to take an active part in conservation
Pantanal Giant Armadillo and Giant Anteater Conservation – Brazil
through the Quarters for Conservation program. Each
Population and Habitat Viability in Gibbons – Vietnam
visitor is given a token representing $.25 as they enter
Red Panda Network (Supported by Sac Zoo & Greater Sac AAZK) – Nepal
the Zoo and is encouraged to vote for one of three
Riparian Brush Rabbit Recovery Program – California
conservation projects at the wishing wells at the Entry
Sahara Conservation Fund – Niger
Plaza. In 2014, 370,141 individuals voted to support either
Saola Conservation Program (Supported by Greater Sac AAZK) – Vietnam
Sumatran Tiger Conservation, Pacific Fisher Conservation
Seafood Watch Program – California
or a Galapagos Penguin Artificial Nest Project.
Society for Biodiversity Conservation – Singapore
Quarters for Conservation is a wonderful example of
the Sacramento community working hand in hand with
the Zoo to make a global impact for animals. Every
vote counts and you can make a difference for animals
throughout the world.
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know?
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Sumatran Tiger Community Project – Sumatra
Survey of Habitat use by Water birds in the Rapita River – Nepal
Thick-billed Parrot Project – Mexico
Wildlife Care Association – California
Zoo Conservation Outreach Group – Central America
•
The Zoo’s Kampala Café (operated by Service Systems Associates)
became palm oil free, helping to preserve Orangutan forests.
•
10,507 conservation-minded Zoo members have gone green, saving
$25,000 and 4,700 pounds of paper.
•
The Zoo recycled 12.74 tons of mixed recycling, 400 cubic feet of
Styrofoam, 730 feet of fluorescent bulbs, 4 loads of e-waste, 89
pounds of batteries and over 200 printer cartridges.
•
Partnering in the Seafood Watch program to help consumers
make choices for healthy oceans, over 14,000 pocket guides and
information displays were distributed.
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financials
FINANCIALS
REVENUE 2014
EDUCATION
$268,317 4%
SPECIAL EVENTS
$238,414 4%
CONCESSIONS
$542,447 8%
VISITOR ATTRACTIONS
& OTHER REVENUE
$462,714 7%
GATE ADMISSIONS
$2,761,313 42%
CONTRIBUTIONS
& SPONSORSHIPS
$990,738 15%
blac k
&
MEMBERSHIPS
$826,237 13%
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CITY OF SACRAMENTO
$455,189 7%
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2014
Assets
Cash and equivalents
Accounts receivable
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
EXPENDITURES 2014
2,099,981
73,688
76,840
PROMOTION & PUBLIC RELATIONS
$621,819 11%
Total Assets
2,250,509
GENERAL & ADMINISTRATIVE
$466,587 8%
Investments
Property and Equipment - Net
Charitable Remainder Trust Assets
4,403,408
6,302,435
719,332
EDUCATION
$597,462 11%
Total Assets
Liabilities and Net Assets
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable
Accrued and other liabilities
Deferred revenue
Current portion of note payable
$
$
13,675,684
$
132,467
273,792
338,992
-
Total current liabilities
$1,749,767 32%
FUNDRAISING
$235,842 4%
MAINTENANCE &
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
VISITOR &
MEMBER SERVICES
$706,507 13%
$1,166,511 21%
745,251
Note Payable - Net
-
Total Liabilities
745,251
Net Assets
Unrestricted
Temporarily restricted
Permanently restricted
8,169,544
1,559,015
3,201,874
Total Net Assets
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
ANIMAL CARE
12,930,433
$
13,675,684
This statement presents a brief overview of the Sacramento Zoological
Society’s financial activities for the year ended December 31, 2014. To
review a complete copy of the audited Financial Statements and Report
of Independent Certified Public Accountants with all accompanying notes,
please refer to the Society’s website saczoo.org.
s o l om o n i s l a nd
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round of applause
The Sacramento Zoological Society 2014 Annual Report
ROUND OF APPLAUSE
afric an l i o n
It is with heartfelt
appreciation and gratitude
that we thank our generous
donors and sponsors.
GIFTS OF $100,000 AND ABOVE
Patricia Ingoglia
Thomas P. Ingoglia
Socotra Capital
GIFTS OF $25,000 TO $49,999
Barry & Patty French
Dan Ingoglia
Peter A. Ingoglia
Wells Fargo
GIFTS OF $10,000 TO $24,999
Bill & Nancy Gilbert
Mary Healy* & Steve O’Brien
Merryhill School
David Sexton & Janice Greene
Donald & Denise Timmons
U.S. Bank
GIFTS OF $5,000 TO $9,999
Alice Suzanne Hamilton
Charitable Foundation
Barbara Balliet
City of Rancho Cordova
Helen & Tony Diepenbrock
Virginia Fleig
Estate of Jean R. Grandfield
HB Capital Resources, LTD.
M&M Whitmire Family
Foundation
William McClaskey
Estate of Marjorie M. McGranahan
The Reiner Family
ScholarShare
Sears Home Services
Thornton S. Glide Jr. & Katrina D.
Glide Foundation
Mike & Bobbie Voris
Herbert & Inez Yee
GIFTS OF $2,500 TO $4,999
Michelle & Paul Abe
David & Noa Bell
Brown Construction, Inc.
Darla & Scott Cofer
Nancy & Daniel Cole
Michael & Ronnie Corrick
Donald Dorfman
Drobny Law Offices, Incorporated
Ed & Betty Manoyan Foundation
Estate of Barbara J. Erickson
Five Star Bank
Kelly Owen & Brian Goshorn
Mr. James R. Hargrove
Michael & Virginia Hearne
Gary R. Hunter
Starr Walton Hurley
IKEA
Don Jarrell & Jona Milo
Terry & Penny Kastanis
Kids Care Dental Group
Kristina Lathon
Donna Lee & Glen Xiong
Llama Association of North
America
George & Patricia Lytal
C. Emmett & Barbara Mahle
Linda & Mike McFarland
James & Carlin Naify
Otto Construction
Placer County SPCA Volunteers
Linda & Tully Price
River Cats Foundation
Sue & Jim Robison
Ronald McDonald House
Charities
Ronald McDonald House
Charities Northern California
Jason Russell & Steven Walker
Service Systems Associates, Inc.
Setzer Foundation
SMUD
Tri Counties Bank
Elizabeth Vian & Steven Jones
Wienerschnitzel
Alan & Helen Yee
GIFTS OF $1,000 TO $2,499
Amazon.com
Anonymous
Atlas Disposal
Maria & Hal Baker
Richard Bojé
Michael Broughton & Nefretiri
Cooley-Broughton
M. Carol Brown & Carole F. Nutt
Heath Buckmaster
Buehler & Buehler Structural
Engineers, Inc.
Nick L. Camblin, Jr.
Barbara Carr
Yuko & Glen Carson
Lois & Grant Chappell
Ruby & Peter Chin
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Coca-Cola Refreshments
Catherine & Leroy Cooper
Janice Cunningham
Sue & Frank Dale
Charles J. Dalldorf & Lindsey
Holloway
Gail & Denice De Ricco
Deacon Charitable Foundation
Gary & Lisa Decker
Jeffrey K. Dorso, Esq.
Downey Brand Attorneys, LLP
Roger & Carol Dreyer
Dwelle Family Foundation
Todd & Marie Eichman
Sylvia Enoch
EPIC
John E. Fischer & Carole Rooney
Fritz Russell CPAs
Judy & Sam Funari
Funderland, Inc.
Pamela Galadrial
Michael & Barbara Genovese
Wanda L. Graves & Stephen
Duscha
Teresa & Ron Griggs
Steve Guensler
Stephen Hamill
Carman & Lee Hiatt
Scott & Danielle Hooker
InterWest Insurance Services Inc.
Marc & Karen Irish
Iron Mechanical, Inc.
Trey Ish
Lois G. Jack*
Vicky Jacobson
Ginger & Ted Jenkins
Raymond Jessen & Karen Kijewski
Jiffy Lube
Steven G. Johnson
Kevin Johnson
K12
Irwin Karp & Ann Bancroft
Cynthia & Stan Keasling
Joan & Casey Kelly
Katharine & Roger Kingston
Diane & Dan Koellen
Ralph & Marjorie Koldinger
Dr. Charles Kryski & Mrs. Jane
Kryski
Jerry Kuperstein
Allan & Norma Lammers
Dr. Nancy Lang & Peter Lang
Mark & Shari Lasher
Borden & Linda Liu
Diane & Sean Luke
Shirley & Thomas Manning
Lynn & Brooks Matsuda
Cheryl & Lee McDonald
Anne & Malcolm McHenry
Linda & Timothy McKenna
Bill Meek
Marcy Meyer
Burnett & Mimi Miller
Robert Morgan
Lou & Laila Morris
Martha & Tim Mott
Murphy Austin Adams &
Schoenfeld, LLP
Mike M. Namba & Patricia K.
Namba
John & Brieanne Otto
James & Becca Pascoe
Greg Patton
PRIDE Industries
Jeffery Raimundo & Becky LaVally
Raley’s
Sacramento Region Community
Foundation
Sacramento River Cats
Sacramento Zoo Teens
Adham Sbeih & Cheryl Lyles
Karen Scarborough
Kristy, Kasey and Emily Schimke
Susan L. Schoenig
Laura & Richard Schwab
Lauri Schwein
Jerry Shuper
Sierra West Group
Sierra Health Foundation
Susan & James Siler
Mercedes Slakey
Arthur L. Smith
Snyder’s of Hanover
St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Zoological Park
Elizabeth & Tye Stallard
Michael & Kim Stenson
Mike & Beth Testa
Sheila F. Thornton
Dr. Jill M. Trainer & Bill Learn
Robert & Sharon Watanabe
Dr. Patricia Will & Dr. James Wells
Jayne & Ken Williams
Gloria & Donald Yost
Zoom Imaging Solutions
GIFTS OF $500 TO $999
Jose & Liz Abad
Russell & Kerry Abbott
Alpha Dog Marketing
Samira Zara Al-Qazzaz
Barbara Arnold, M.D.
Barefoot Wine and Bubbly
The Bauer-Sutherland Family
Big O Tires
Victor & Karen Binsacca
Bryan & Cristina Bonino
Georgina Borton, Ph.D.
Deborah & Adam Braziel
Kimberly Kaufmann-Brisby &
Steve Brisby
Mary Ann Bristow
Janis Camblin & Kari Stubbles
Capital Engineering Consultants,
Inc.
Anne Cavanagh
Jim & Julie Chenu
Linda & Matt Clifford
Lynne & Bill Coleman
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
Ms. Terry Porter & John Cotter
Judy & David Covin
Diane Cummins & Alicia Kellie
Michelle & Wayne Cunningham
Deborah DeatherageHand &
Mark Hand
James & Kathleen Deeringer
Matt DeFazio
Linda & Jim DeLong
Marge & Jim Dillard
Mark S. Drobny
Mary Kay & Leo Edson
James O. Elam & Dorothy Farol
Carol Elliott
Falcon Enterprises
Elizabeth A. Fassler
Feld Entertainment
First 5 California
David & Mary Ann Flemmer
Marilyn & Steven Flynn
Paul & Nancy Frame
Judy & Clifford Gamble
Kathryn Gamble
Shelly Garone
Garrahan Electric
Gregory S. Geeting & Glee
Johnson
Katharine Ayers Gelber & Michael
Gelber
Genovese Burford & Brothers
Raminder & Amardeep Gill
GNT Solutions
Deborah & David Gordon
Graviton Consulting Services
Judy & John Gregory
Elizabeth & Al Gress
Kate Hannon
Cherry Hicks
Craig & Patrica Houck
Fredrick L. Jacobsen & Jodie
Stake-Hedlund
Norma & Gerald Jones
Michael Justice & Kathy
Healy-Justice
Kaiser Permanente
William & Gail Kassis
Jean & Bruce Kern
Robert T. Kingsley & Melissa
Thorme
Lawrence Larsen, DDS
Debbie & Leonard Lehr
Gail & Larry Lenhart
Phyllis & Ross Little
Charlotte & Jack Mast
Susie Mathews
Scott & Ellen McCaslin
Megan McGlocklin & Timothy
Stewart
Mary Jane Mercer & Eric Mercer
Elizabeth & Frank Meyer
Fred & Betsy Morrison
George & Nancy Morrow
Charles A. & Ann P. Mower
Kevin Murphy & Marcia Wiley
Milo Nittler
Kimberly & Tobey Oxholm
Angie Papendick & Gabe
Oropeza
Curtis & Joan Patrick
Sarah & Dave Picton
Procida Landscape
Susan & Paul Prudler
PWA Insurance Services
David Rater
Brad & Sandra Read
Cathy Reiner
Eileen & Gil Rodriguez
Anne Rudin
Sacramento Convention &
Visitors Bureau
Jennifer K. Sallee
San Francisco Zoo
Jim & Claudia Sandberg-Larsen
Jeffrey Schwarzschild & Daniela
Stoutenburg
Danise Seaters
George & Dorothy Separovich
Karen & Douglas Shaw
Richard & Suzanne Shoemaker
Robin Sines & Shannon Smiley
Stephen & Marilyn Skinner
Paul & Renee Snider
Lindsay Spencer
State Farm Insurance
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Jacqueline & Dr. C. Thaddeus
Szymanowski
Christine & Ron Tibbs
John & Fernando Torres
Frederick & Jean Toyama
Linda Tripp & David Oblinger
Tri-Valley Recycling, Inc.
Eric Walker & Sandra G. Talbott
Ken* & Muriel Wemmer
Mrs. Betty White Ludden
Pam Williams & Rick Johnson
Bill & Janne Wissel
Kim & Kevin Woodruff
Nancy & William Woodward
Wesley & Nancy Yee
GIFTS OF $250 TO $499
David Abbott
Mark & Kandee Acuna
Akron Zoological Park
Allied Integrated Marketing
American Association of Zoo
Veterinarians
American College of Zoological
Medicine
Harry & Margaret Andersen
Anonymous (4)
Joanne & Robert Arellanes
Anthony Arostegui
Linda Avila
Darlene Bailey & Debra Oakden
Bank of Sacramento
The Bartig Family Fund for the
Sacramento Region
Community Foundation
Rhanoa & Jacqueline Barton
Sylvia Bender
Allen L. Bender
Cathy & Christopher Bennett
Charles Betty
Surjit & Nancy Bhala
Regina Bingham
Thomas & Wendy Birmingham
Sandra Blake
Susan & Ken Blas
Sharon & Steven Bogart
Lloyd & Delores Bousliman
Jacalyn Box
Vera Boychenki
Janet Gordon-Boyer & Carl Boyer
Steve & Joyce Brand
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