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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Inspired by our passion to save endangered
species and habitat, our award winning exhibits enhance the
pursuit of our conservation education mission. To advance our
mission even further, the Louisville Zoo has embarked on a $25
million comprehensive project called GLACIER RUN...
 Scheduled
for completion in 2010, this new state-of-the art exhibit will
position visitors on the edge of an arctic wilderness right here
in Louisville. Glacier Run will include dynamic and interactive
exhibits showcasing polar bears, seals, sea lions, Siberian
tigers, and a variety of other arctic animals. Under the leadership of co-chairs Sandra A. Frazier and Allan
Latts (pictured at right), the Zoo has raised over $11.2
million from businesses, public agencies, individuals and
foundations to support the Glacier Run exhibit. Over the next 4
years, the Zoo will invest in cutting-edge exhibits, build its
endowment, and enhance its interactive experiences between
guests and animals.
Growing For a Future
The Louisville Zoo must ensure that an
investment of this magnitude is supported through an endowment.
These funds are essential, not only to the success of the
Glacier Run project, but also in supporting the Zoo’s overall
operations.
A Look at the Numbers
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Phase 1 |
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Gateway to Glacier Run
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Completed |
$750,000 |
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Phase 2 |
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Glacier Run Splash
Park |
Completed |
$900,000 |
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Phase 3 |
Funded |
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Siberian Tiger
Encounter |
Opening 2008! |
$300,000 |
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Phase 4 |
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Glacier Run - The
Villiage |
2009 |
$20,800,000 |
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Phase 5 |
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Glacier Run Animal
Sanctuary |
2010 |
$250,000 |
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Endowment |
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General Endowment
Support |
2006-2010 |
$2,000,000 |
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TOTAL
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$25,000,000 |
Choosing Conservation
Glacier Run will incorporate "green design" and
forward looking technologies to improve energy efficiency and
mitigate the Zoo’s overall environmental impact. We will recycle
100 percent of the vast saltwater life support systems used
throughout Glacier Run to demonstrate the Zoo's commitment to
the long-term conservation of our planet's resources. The Zoo
will partner with Polar Bears International in its approach to
wildlife conservation and the issues surrounding global climate
change. These topics will also be focal points throughout our
environmental education program.
Your Louisville Zoo
Glacier Run fundamentally advances our mission
to "better the bond between people and our planet." The exhibit
has already contributed significantly to the financial growth of
our community and state with an economic impact of $23.8 million
in 2005. This number is projected to increase to $31.4 million
in 2010. The Zoo occupies a unique niche in quality of life
throughout the region by providing wonderful family recreation,
unparalleled educational opportunities and new jobs. Hard work,
passion and dedication have earned the Zoo the rank of #1
non-profit regional tourist attraction. The Louisville Zoo has
been featured on Animal Planet twice and has earned
accreditation from the American Association of Zoos and
Aquariums and the American Association of Museums.
Please join us in our vision. As the
State Zoo of Kentucky, nothing is more important to us than
introducing the world's wonders in a way that expands the
imagination, offers new learning opportunities and strengthens
family togetherness.
Click here to donate now!
Campaign Leadership Committee
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Co-Chairs: |
Ms. Sandra A. Frazier |
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Mr. Allan Latts |
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Honorary Co-Chairs: |
Mrs. W. L. Lyons Brown |
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Mrs. Annette Schnatter |
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Committee: |
First Lady Glenna Fletcher |
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Mrs. Madeline Abramson |
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Mr. Tyler Allen |
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Mr. Raymond Burse |
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Mrs. Deborah King |
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Mr. Thomas O'Brien, III |
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Mr. Douglas E. Shaw |
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Ms. Patricia G. Swope |
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Mr. Mark F. Wheeler |
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