Donations

Florida International Teaching Zoo Image of our Kangaroos

The Florida International Teaching Zoo promotes public education through conservation and reproduction of endangered and rare animals. We also teach the next generation of animal caregivers. We are a 501-C-3 (SC-10577) not for profit organization.


Why donate to the Florida International Teaching Zoo?


  • FITZ has been an active community member for over 20 years in the Marion/Sumter area.
  • We have had meaningful successes in our breeding programs, and currently have the largest multi generational group of patas monkeys in North or South America.
  • Our zoo is tied into the professional zoo world, we are NOT a backyard breeder or shady rescue.
  • Our mission includes education, which we emphasize in our tours, and provide outreach presentations to libraries and day cares.
  • Our zoo is funded through our own efforts, with no local, state, or federal funding.
  • We are a federal 501-c-3 not for profit facility. SC-10577 Tax deductible!
  • You can see your donation dollars at work in a small local facility, and even participate in our glass block honor wall to memorialize your contribution. Support us now! It's only a click away!

GLASS BLOCK HONOR WALL


Design your own custom message to be included in our "wall of honor" for a donation of $125.



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