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ABOVE

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Fundraising Campaign
to Help Brookfield Zoo

The ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has placed a significant burden on the Chicago
Zoological Society, which operates Brookfield Zoo. After being closed to the public last spring, the zoo
reopened on July 1st—but at only a 25 percent capacity threshold with all buildings and attractions
closed, as mandated by the state. CZS’ own policies prioritize the health and safety of our guests and staff.
These mandates led us to make the difficult decision to temporarily close zoo gates again during January
and February of 2021.
In response to the operating deficit caused by zoo closures and the zoo’s limited guest capacity, the Chicago
Zoological Society launched a special fundraising campaign—the Above & Beyond Campaign—in
June 2020. The goal of the campaign is to raise $10 million by April 30, 2021. This revenue will ensure
our 2,500 animals continue to receive a healthy diet and the highest quality of care—costing roughly
$41,000 a day. The campaign will also fund our world-class conservation programs and remote-learning
opportunities. Thanks to the generosity of our members, trustees, and donors, we have made significant
progress to date—but we are not there yet.

Please support the Chicago Zoological Society now.

Gifts of all sizes are needed and greatly appreciated.
For gifts of $1,000 or more, donors will receive on-site
recognition. Please go to CZS.org/AboveAndBeyond
for more information, or to contribute to the campaign.
Thank you!

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