The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s Grow Wild Society (GWS) is a group of philanthropic individuals who generously support our mission of connecting people to wildlife, inspiring our communities to conserve nature for future generations.
Annual donations totaling $1,000 or more that directly support the Zoo entitle the donor to be welcomed into the Grow Wild Society, allowing them to enjoy exclusive tours, events, and more!
Our Grow Wild Society donors know that we can do more together than we can alone. We cannot say thanks enough for their support and are thrilled to provide these donors with benefits that last for one year following the date of their qualifying donation.
Premium benefits for all Grow Wild Society Members:
- Invitation to the Grow Wild Society Spring family event and experience
- Invitation to the Fall Grow Wild Society donor appreciation event and experience
- Invitations to other exclusive events throughout the year
- Free ZooInsider newsletter
- 100% tax deductible gift (unless you opt in for the Family Membership per the below)
Opt-in to receive a Family Membership. Tax deductible gift based on your Grow Wild Society level will be reduced by $179. The inclusion of a Family Membership provides the following additional benefits:
- Family Zoo membership for one year
- Member presale for events
- Discounted admission to more than 100 other zoos and nature centers
- Discounts to educational classes and lectures
- 10% discount at Zoo gift shops
Additional benefits based on support level:
A Flamboyance is a gathering of flamingos.
- All premium benefits
A Raft is a group of resting otters.
- All premium benefits plus:
- Discounted admission for two people to the annual Summer Safari event
- Opportunity to be featured in the ZooInsider newsletter and on social media as a donor
A Pride is a group of lions.
- All premium benefits plus:
- Discounted admission for two people to the annual Summer Safari event
- Opportunity to be featured in the ZooInsider newsletter and on social media as a donor
- Discounted facility rentals at the Zoo
- Discounted admission to two Zoo events in addition to Summer Safari
A Tower is a group of giraffes.
- All premium benefits plus:
- Discounted admission for two people to the annual Summer Safari event
- Opportunity to be featured in the ZooInsider newsletter and on social media as a donor
- Discounted facility rentals at the Zoo
- Discounted admission to two Zoo events in addition to Summer Safari
- Canvas wrapped print by Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s professional photographer, Paul Selvaggio
A Parade is a group of elephants.
- All premium benefits plus:
- Discounted admission for two people to the annual Summer Safari event
- Opportunity to be featured in the ZooInsider newsletter and on social media as a donor
- One discounted facility rental at the Zoo
- Discounted admission to two Zoo events in addition to Summer Safari
- Canvas wrapped print by Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s professional photographer, Paul Selvaggio
- Invitation to a private meet and greet with President & CEO, Dr. Jeremy Goodman and lunch with an executive level development team member