Become a "Monarch" and leave a legacy to the Zoo. 

      Named after Monarch, the grizzly bear whose image graces our state flag and who was the inspiration for this Zoo, this donation will help create a secure future for the Zoo.
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San Francisco Zoo Donation Requests

We are deeply committed to our community and proud to support it. We gladly accept requests for donations of admission tickets as a form of sponsorship, for live and silent auctions, etc. Because we receive so many requests, we limit our donations to two admission tickets, a $30.00 value. We have a limited number of passes to give, thus the priority goes to Bay Area schools and other organizations related to our mission - to connect people with wildlife, inspire caring for nature and advance conservation action.

To be considered for a donation, please submit your request per the following guidelines:

Your request must be in writing on your organization's letterhead. Phone calls or e-mails will not be accepted as written submittals.

  • Include specific information about the event including the date, location, and the number of participants.
  • Include the date by which you need the donation, mailing address, contact name and phone number, as well as your tax ID information (for non-profits).
  • Your request must be mailed with a stamped, self-addressed envelope included.
  • We must receive your request a minimum of eight weeks in advance of the date you require them. Late submissions will not be accepted for review.
  • Please mail your written request to:

San Francisco Zoo
Attn:  Ticket Donations
1 Zoo Road
San Francisco, CA. 94132

If your request is approved, a pair of admission tickets will be mailed to you within four weeks of approving your written request.

Please Note: The following groups are not eligible to receive complimentary pass donations:

  • Individuals or individual families
  • Religious groups utilizing the donation for activities or events that are not tied directly to a school
  • Political parties