Austin Zoo is in need of donations of animal carriers, or crates, for holding and transporting our animals.  These can be donated new or gently used, and we are looking for any size or shape.  As always, your donations are tax-deductible.  Austin Zoo accepts donations in the gift shop every day, from 10am to 5pm.  If you have any questions about donating to Austin Zoo, please call 512-288-1490.

UPDATE: We will be rescheduling the Wine and Food Pairing benefitting the Austin Zoo & Animal Sanctuary.

Tickets will be available to purchase for $65 at both locations. — at Carmelo’s Restaurant.

On Sunday, March 25, 2012, we invite you to join us for our inaugural Big Cat Dinner Fundraiser!

6:00-9:00PM
Austin Marriott South Hotel
4415 South IH 35
Austin, TX 78744

This fundraising event will feature live music, a silent auction, dinner, as well as a presentation, “A Day in the Life of the Zoo”.

To purchase tickets, please contact Patti Clark at (512) 288-1490.
Single tickets: $125.00
Table of 10: $1000.00
Table of 4: $500.00

This event is sponsored by Silicon Labs. The Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit organization. Our mission is to assist animals in need through rescue, rehabilitation, and education.

Congratulations to The Cauley Family and The Shaddox Family on winning the tickets to Jack Hanna’s “Into the Wild: Live” show at the Paramount Theatre. Thank you to everyone who entered the drawing!

Our building is complete and our residents need a house with a fitting name! Starting today through January 21, 2012 we are asking for your help! Email info@austinzoo.org (or complete an entry form in the gift shop) with your suggestion. Make sure to put PRIMATE in the subject line. All ages are welcome to enter, one entry per person. Must include name and contact information with entry.