PHOENIX-ZOO-THE-PRIDE-CAMPAIGN.PDF

Last updated: 03/20/2018
General information
Organization Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/Phoenix Zoo
Contact First name Lorraine
Contact Last name Frias
Contact e-mail lfrias@phoenixzoo.org
Contact phone number 602.914.4322
Address
Street 455 N. Galvin Parkway
City Phoenix
State Arizona
ZIP Code 85008
From what tribe is the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
organization requesting the
grant?
Total grant amount request 100,000
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Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/Phoenix Zoo Proposal
2018 Arizona Benefits Fund Grants - 12% Tribal Gaming Grant – Fort McDowell Yavapai
Nation
To ensure that the Arizona Center for Nature Conservation (ACNC)/Phoenix Zoo (Zoo) remains on
the leading edge of wildlife conservation and education, and provide an experience worthy of its
guests, significant upgrades are necessary. After a thoughtful assessment of the Zoo's needs to
meet its responsibility to the community and its residents, the Zoo's Board of Trustees approved a
plan, The Pride Campaign, to secure $12.1 million in philanthropic support to fund four major
capital projects, which will dramatically impact guest experiences, strengthen educational offerings
and expand programs for species recovery. These include new habitats in the Africa Trail,
expansion of the elephant habitat on the Tropics Trail and the construction of a 500-seat
amphitheater. It will also expand and upgrade our species conservation research facilities and
programs, hallmarks of the Zoo and for which it is internationally recognized.
Research shows that children who spend time engaged in outdoor activities are smarter, healthier,
and happier than those who spend more time inside. These projects will not only improve the
welfare of our residents and significantly impact the visitor experience; some of the new venues will
allow us to deliver unique, nature-centered educational programs utilizing wildlife to inspire
stewardship, responsibility and conservation. Programs will boost scientific knowledge and develop
problem-solving and critical thinking skills, which are essential in developing career readiness.
Execution of this plan will further the Zoo’s mission and result in spectacular new and improved
animal exhibits; a more convenient, intense and interactive guest experience; increased
opportunities for fun and engaging educational activities that put children in touch with nature, and
a modern and appropriately- sized infrastructure to support the Zoo as it grows with the
community.
The population who will benefit from the proposal if approved:
A visit to the Zoo provides opportunities for guests to be amazed by the wonders of nature, to
reconnect with family and friends, and to learn more about how their actions can impact the world
around them. In keeping with our core values, the Zoo has emerged at the forefront of regional
and international conservation efforts and staff is continually challenged to develop new science-
based educational programming for Arizona students. With support from the Fort McDowell
Yavapai Nation, we will create a Zoo that exceeds the expectations of our guests for an exciting,
engaging wildlife-based experience. We will expand and enhance science education offerings in
our community. We will excel in educating guests and the larger community about conservation
issues facing the entire planet, demonstrating our commitment to the environment and promoting
environmentally sensitive actions by our visitors.
As a major educational resource for the state of Arizona, the Zoo’s Community Access Programs
are dedicated to making the Zoo more accessible to low-income, at-risk and/or underserved
children and families. As one of the state’s most treasured community assets, the Zoo plays a
significant role in the economy of Arizona. As a valuable community resource, welcoming more
than 125,000 school children
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every year and providing off-site educational programs reaching out to 40,000 individuals annually
who may otherwise not be able to visit the Zoo. Beyond these important community benefits, the
Zoo supports our local and regional economies by spending millions each year on goods and
services and serves more than 1.4 million visitors each year.
Budget of The Pride Campaign, with the total amount requested for consideration:
The Pride Campaign Project Status and Budget as of March 30, 2018
Estimated Percentage
Project Total Committed
Project Costs Raised
African
Lion/Hyena/Fossa/Leopard/Fennec
Fox Habitat $3,019,500 $262,520 9%
Nocturnal/Mixed Species Habitat 3,080,000 220,000 7%
Meerkat Habitat 671,000 35,000 5%
Aldabra Tortoise Habitat 300,850 300,850 Completed
Conservation Center Expansion 764,500 764,500 Completed
Galapagos Tortoise Habitat 317,350 317,350 Completed
Expand Elephant Habitat 1,740,200 1,424,104 82%
Sand Cat Habitat 226,600 226,600 Completed
Amphitheater 1,980,439 1,980,439 100%
Undesignated Gifts/Master Design 1,885,810
Total Philanthropic Funding $12,100,000 $ 7,417,173 61.3%
With much appreciation for this opportunity, we respectfully ask for your consideration of a
$100,000 grant for The Pride Campaign. A gift of this magnitude would continue the Fort McDowell
Yavapai Nation’s tradition of supporting the community and improving the quality of life in Arizona,
for future generations.
Major gifts secured and other funding requests that have been made for The Pride
Campaign:
The Campaign reports $8,445,173 in commitments and “outstanding” solicitations; 69.8% of the
$12.1 million Campaign goal. We have secured 100 percent participation from the Zoo’s Board of
Trustees, with more than $2 million in contributions.
In addition to having 100 percent financial participation from The Pride Campaign Cabinet, two
generous commitments of $1 million from the Marley Foundation and $1 million from long-time Zoo
friends, Phil and JoEllen Doornbos have been secured. Other notable funds committed consist of
the Gila River Indian Community: $500,000; Hazel Hare Trust: $350,000; Freeport McMoRan:
$250,000; Johnson Foundation: $250,000; Pearce Family: $250,000, Thunderbirds Charities:
$250,000, Phoenix Zoo Auxiliary: $218,000; Ullman Foundation: $165,000; Ed Fox and Lynda
Adams: $165,000; , Arizona Diamondbacks Grand Slam Award: $100,000, Blue Cross Blue Shield
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of Arizona: $100,000 and most recently $50,000 from the IBIS Foundation and $100,000 from
Empire Machinery.
Current outstanding requests consist of grants to the Phoenix Suns Charities, Halle Foundation,
Phoenix Zoo Auxiliary, Segal Family Foundation and many other individual solicitations.
Designated contact person and alternate contact person for follow-up:
1. Norberto J. (Bert) Castro 2. Lorraine Frias
President/CEO Vice President of Development
Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/ Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/
Phoenix Zoo Phoenix Zoo
Phone: 602.286.3899 Phone: 602.914.4322
Email: bcastro@phoenixzoo.org Email: lfrias@phoenixzoo.org
Address: Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85008 Fax: 602.286.3890
The focus areas of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, that this proposal falls under:
The Pride Campaign will focus on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation’s priority areas of education,
and environment, specifically engaging, educational activities that promote life-long learning and
enhancing knowledge of animal and environment conservation.
The mission of the Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/Phoenix Zoo is to provide experiences
that inspire people and motivates them to care for the natural world. The Zoo plays an important
role in our community by serving as a gateway to explore nature by instilling a sense of wonder
and discovery in all who visit our facility.
To remain relevant, the Zoo needs to be routinely updated with innovative new exhibits and
facilities. The Zoo must continue to offer programs that inspire learning, discovery and adventure.
It must emphasize the role of nature, the environment and humanity’s responsibility to keep a
healthy balance. From the exhibition of fascinating animals from around the world, to the practical
applications of interactive learning, the public becomes aware of how individual actions can impact
the environment.
As a leader in science-based species recovery and research, the Zoo must also continue its
conservation efforts. Zoo-based scientists working with state and federal agencies conduct
research that help expand our knowledge of endangered and threatened species and allows us to
state confidently that the animals in our care are ambassadors for their wild counterparts.
We are proud of our status as a conservation leader among zoos, as a trusted provider of science-
based educational programming, and as a community asset for so many in our state. To continue
to serve our community, the Zoo needs your support to secure a stable future for our institution.
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Zachary Wolfe March 29, 2018
12% Tribal Gaming Grants Contact for Maricopa County
301 W. Jefferson, Suite 960
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
Re: Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Arizona Benefits Fund Application
Dear Mr. Wolfe,
Thank you for the opportunity to submit a 12% Tribal Gaming Grant for the 2018 fiscal year.
Like the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, the
Arizona Center for Nature Conservation Capital Projects Budget
(ACNC)/Phoenix Zoo (Zoo) strives to improve the New African lion/hyena/fossa/leopard/fennec fox
habitat $3,019,500
quality of life in Arizona to benefit future
generations. As a point of pride for Arizona for New nocturnal and mixed species exhibit 3,080,000
more than 55 years, the Zoo is the state’s most New meerkat exhibit 671,000
popular cultural attraction, hosting over 1.4 Aldabra tortoise exhibit - funded 300,850
million guests each year. As a major local and
Africa Trail - Namibian Village Subtotal $7,071,350
tourist destination, the Zoo is an economic driver
for the community.
Conservation Center expansion - funded $764,500
After a thoughtful assessment of the Phoenix
Zoo's needs to meet its responsibility to the
New Galapagos tortoise habitat - funded $317,350
community and its residents, the Zoo’s Board of
Expand elephant habitat - partially funded 1,740,200
Trustees approved a plan, The Pride Campaign,
to secure $12.1 million in philanthropic support to Sand cat habitat at Neely Center - funded 226,600
fund four major capital projects. This Campaign Tropics Trail Subtotal $2,284,150
will greatly upgrade exhibits and infrastructure.
Key Elements Wildlife Amphitheater - funded $1,980,000
• The Multi-Species Conservation Center,
which made its debut the summer of 2017, *includes endowment Grand Total *$12,100,000
provides the needed space for the Zoo's critical work on behalf of two native Arizona species — the
cactus ferruginous pygmy owl and the Mt. Graham red squirrel. The Zoo’s conservation efforts have
already played an integral role in helping
restore several native Arizona species, such as
the black-footed ferret, Chiricahua leopard frog
and narrow-headed garter snake.
• To showcase animal behaviors in action, the
Zoo will build a 500-seat Wildlife
Amphitheater on the Children’s Trail. It will
include consolidated housing and care areas for
the Zoo’s growing educational animal collection.
The amphitheater will provide additional space
to accommodate school groups, community-
based organizations and Zoo special events.
We anticipate the construction to begin this
winter. Currently under construction.

• Tropics Trail, the elephant habitat will double in
size, providing our Asian elephants with ample
room for roaming, behavioral enrichment and
enhanced space for husbandry care. The additional
space will also allow the Zoo to continue its
groundbreaking work in the advancement of
pachyderm care. Currently, in the early phase of
the construction process. The Galapagos tortoise
and sand cat habitats, funded projects within this
trail opened in March 2018.
• The Africa Trail – Namibian Village will be an
immersive experience into life in West Africa, featuring a completely new and expanded one-acre
African lion and spotted hyena habitat. It will include a clan of meerkats and the fossa, a cat-like
carnivore. The Aldabra tortoise exhibit, within this trail opened March of 2018.
The new venues will allow us to deliver unique, nature-centered programs utilizing wildlife to inspire
stewardship, responsibility and conservation. Programs will boost scientific knowledge and develop
problem-solving and critical thinking skills, which are essential in developing career readiness.
Campaign Leadership & Board of Trustee
Commitment
The Campaign reports $8,445,173 in commitments and outstanding solicitations. The Campaign is led by
Derrick Hall, President and CEO for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Richard Aderkson, CEO for
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. serves as Honorary Chair. The Campaign Cabinet also includes other
respected community leaders, such as John Graham, President and CEO of Sunbelt Holdings; Steve
Betts, Founder/President of Real Estate Advisors and Michael Kennedy, Co-founder & Shareholder of
Gallagher & Kennedy.
Request
With much appreciation, we respectfully ask for your consideration of a $100,000 grant in support of The Pride
Campaign. A gift of this magnitude would continue the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation’s tradition of supporting
the community, benefiting the general public and improving the quality of life in Arizona.
In addition, to prominent recognition, it is important to the Zoo that we acknowledge the Fort McDowell Yavapai
Nation
in ways that the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation finds meaningful and we would welcome a dialogue to discuss
donor
recognition options.
Thank you and the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation for this opportunity to submit this grant for your review. With
your
support the Zoo can continue its work to advance education and conservation in Arizona.
Sincerely,
Lorraine Frias
Vice President of Development
Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/Phoenix Zoo

455 North Galvin Parkway • Phoenix, Arizona 85008 • 602.286.3800 •
phoenixzoo.org

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The Arizona Center for Nature Conservation, through its fl agship organization, the
Phoenix Zoo, has been a point of pride for Arizona for over 50 years. The Zoo is
the state’s most popular cultural attraction, hosting over 1.4 million guests each year.
With more than 37,000 member households, the Zoo has the largest membership base
of any cultural institution in the Valley. As a major destination, the Zoo is an economic
driver for the community, providing jobs as well as local and tourist recreation.
Decades of success in fulfi lling its mission to inspire people and motivate them to
care for the natural world through impactful education programs and conservation
efforts have made the Zoo an international leader among zoological organizations.
Fulfi lling this mission requires ongoing investment in capital projects that best serve
the Zoo’s animal collection and guests.
The Board of Trustees recently approved The Pride Campaign, a plan to secure
$12.1 million in philanthropic support to fund major capital projects in four distinct
areas. The elements include new or expanded habitats and additional capacity for
enhanced wildlife education and conservation efforts.
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ARTHUR L.
AND ELAINE V.
JOHNSON
foundation
Conservation center
The Zoo’s reputation as a major conservation organization is built on more
than 50 years of leadership in projects protecting endangered and threatened
species. Those efforts are headquartered at the Arthur L. and Elaine V. Johnson
Foundation Conservation Center, which opened in 2007. An additional facility will
greatly increase the Zoo’s conservation science capacity and provide additional
space for critical work on behalf of imperiled Arizona species, including the Mt.
Graham red squirrel and the cactus ferruginous pygmy owl.
Mt. Graham Red Squirrel. This endangered squirrel is found only on Mt. Graham
in southeastern Arizona. As a result of negative impacts from severe wildfi res and
non-native invasive species, fewer than 300 remain in the wild. In conjunction
with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Zoo has developed a
breeding program that will ultimately release additional squirrels back into the
wild population.
Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy Owl. This small bird is threatened in parts of its
range by habitat loss, livestock grazing, water withdrawal and other factors. In
conjunction with the USFWS, Arizona Game and Fish Department and other
partners, the Zoo will focus on efforts to reintroduce this species into critical
habitat in the wild.
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T H E P R I D E C A M P A I G N T H E P R I D E C A M P A I G N
THE
TROPICS
The tropical rainforest is a hot, moist biome found near the equator. It is estimated
that tropical rainforests sustain 50 percent of all species on Earth. The Tropics Trail
is home to some of the Zoo’s favorite and most iconic residents.
Asian Elephant Habitat Expansion. The Zoo’s Asian elephants will have twice as
much land to roam and practice their natural foraging behaviors. The expansion
will also include enhanced space for medical attention. Guests will have more
opportunities for viewing and to learn about the many complexities of elephants,
from their sensitive feet to their incredible intelligence.
Galápagos Tortoises. These slow moving, yet charismatic reptiles are a guest
favorite and can live to be more than 100 years old. An enhanced habitat will
provide indoor space, which will help these ectothermic animals better regulate
their temperatures and provide better viewing opportunities for guests.
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Wildlife
amphitheater
Showcasing animal behaviors provides insight into their adaptations and is an
integral aspect of the Zoo’s educational objectives. The Zoo will build a 500-seat
amphitheater on the Nina Mason Pulliam Children’s Trail. It will feature broad lake
views and a spacious and functional stage with backstage animal holding facilities.
The Wildlife Amphitheater will consolidate housing and care for the Zoo’s
educational collection of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and arthropods. It
will also provide fl exible space for artistic performances, school group gatherings
and organizational functions.
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Madagascar
As the world’s fourth largest island, Madagascar boasts an incredible richness of
unique fl ora and fauna, many of which can be found nowhere else on Earth.
Lemurs. With their climbing abilities and displayed intelligence, lemurs are certainly
among the Zoo’s most popular creatures.
Fossa. Joining the lemurs will be an animal new to the Zoo and generally unknown
to most unfamiliar with Madagascar – the fossa. This striking cat-like creature is
the largest carnivorous mammal on the island of Madagascar.
African Mammals. A collection of incredible African mammals and birds will add
excitement and beauty to the overall experience along the Africa Trail.
Aldabra Tortoise. The Aldabra tortoise is endemic to the islands of the Aldabra
Atoll in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. With their new home, guests
can look forward to many more encounters with these amazing animals.
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ARTHUR L. AND ELAINE V.
johnson Foundation
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Conservation
Center
Namibia
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THETROPICS
The Namibian Village and Trail will be an immersive experience into life in West
Africa, featuring a completely new and expanded one-acre African lion and spotted C
hyena habitat. wildlife
amphitheater
African Lion and Spotted Hyena. The African lion and spotted hyena live in the
coastal areas in Namibia and will coexist within the new Namibian habitat on
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the Zoo’s Africa Trail. The habitat will feature a uniquely shared exhibit with two
NAMIBIA
separate living spaces that either lions or hyenas may inhabit on any given day.
Guests will be able to experience these spectacular animals at all times, from
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two different viewpoints through an expansive glass viewing area.
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Madagascar
Mixed Species. The Namib Desert does not truly come to life until the sun sets.
With species including bats, caracals and other animals, this new indoor facility will
provide daytime guests an air-conditioned opportunity to witness the activity of the
desert night. A winding trail through surrounding exhibits will present an array of E
the Namib Desert’s indigenous species.
Meerkats. The Namibian Village will house a new meerkat clan. Constantly active
and highly social, these creatures are among the most entertaining of Africa’s
small mammals.
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Leopard and Warthog. One species is among the planet’s most beautiful and feared
hunters; the other features a face only a mother could love. Leopards and warthogs
are among the more fascinating mammals of the Namib, and a classic example of
relationships between predator and prey. The unique vantage points of this exhibit
will allow guests to view both leopards and warthogs at the same time, while keeping
both species in visual but not direct contact with each other.
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History...
Robert E. Maytag, grandson of the founder of the Maytag Company, had a passion
to build a zoo in Phoenix. He and his wife, Nancy, gathered a group of like-minded
friends to their home in 1961 and formed the Arizona Zoological Society (now the
Arizona Center for Nature Conservation).
Robert Maytag’s unexpected death from pneumonia in March of 1962 at age 38 was
nearly the end of his dream. Even the staunchest Zoo backers were unsure of its
future. Nancy Maytag stepped forward, declaring the Zoo would be completed on
schedule as a memorial to Robert. It was the call to action the community needed.
Individuals, families, clubs and companies all came forward with help, giving
wherever it was most needed. “Build the Zoo in ‘62!” appeared on buses, delivery
trucks, moving vans, shopping carts, grocery bags and vacant buildings.
Finally, on November 21, 1962, Nancy Maytag cut the ribbon before a crowd of thousands,
offi cially opening the Maytag Zoo. The name was changed to the Phoenix Zoo in 1963
to encourage ongoing community involvement.
Almost immediately upon opening, the Zoo
began the fi rst in its long history of species
preservation efforts when it took delivery of nine
Arabian oryx with the goal of saving the species
from extinction; there were only 25 remaining in
the wild. Today, more than 7,000 Arabian oryx in
the world can trace their ancestry to the animals
bred at the Phoenix Zoo. This effort remains one
of the most successful zoo-based breeding and
repopulation programs ever.
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P H O E N I X A Z F O R O I C - A T H N E L M I E O X N I C S A N W O L F
building
Afuture
The Phoenix Zoo is a non-profi t organization that receives no government operating
subsidy. It relies solely on earned income and philanthropic support. Of the $12.1 million
campaign total, $1.1 million will be restricted to a permanent endowment to support
JOIN THE JOURNEY – SHARE OUR PRIDE
operational and maintenance expenses of these new expanded projects.
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