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Oregon Zoo Foundation Annual Report 2014-2015 Your support makes a HUGE difference As someone who adores elephants and revels in the opportunity to visit lively Lily, gentle Chendra and the rest of the elephant family at our zoo, I Kim Overhage am filled with equal parts excitement, pride and hope as I see the new Elephant Lands habitat taking shape. Throughout our three decades in Oregon, our family has loved learning together at the zoo. Over time, we have watched Packy become an elder statesman, Rose-Tu and Shine become matriarchs and now a new generation flourishing within the herd. Thinking of the joy and inspiration the zoo has brought to our family, I am thrilled about the amazing experiences Elephant Lands will offer to both our elephants and the many visitors observing them. I am enormously grateful that everyone has come together to make Elephant Lands a reality, from the voters who heartily supported the zoo bond measure to Oregon Zoo Foundation donors, who stepped up to provide the additional funds which make this home truly exceptional. All told, the foundation’s Campaign for Elephants raised $5.3 million, which has been used to enhance the habitat and support conservation, education and animal welfare—what a fantastic sign of our shared commitment to these amazing animals! learning about the crisis facing wild elephants will surely spark an interest in wildlife for countless guests. I can already imagine the dinner table conversations that will follow family visits to Elephant Lands, as budding conservationists wonder how they can make a difference for elephants. Knowing that Elephant Lands is going to inspire and educate millions of visitors gives me a great deal of hope for the future. Seeing the elephants thriving in their new home at the zoo and Kim Overhage This is an extraordinary time to be a part of the zoo community, and I offer thanks to all who support the Oregon Zoo. Chair, Board of Trustees Oregon Zoo Foundation Oregon Zoo Foundation financials July 2014 to June 2015 The mission of the Oregon Zoo Foundation is to foster community pride and involvement in the Oregon Zoo and to secure financial support for the zoo’s conservation, education and animal welfare programs. Board of Trustees Kim Overhage, chair Marlin McKeever Rob Erickson, vice chair Peter Norman Laura Rosencrantz Craig Norris, treasurer Through the generosity of individuals, families and corporate and foundation partners, the Oregon Zoo Foundation advances the zoo’s mission of inspiring the community to create a better future for wildlife. Each year, the Oregon Zoo Foundation provides funds to support the operation of the zoo and to enhance efforts in conservation, education and animal welfare. Revenue Expenses Membership Sharla Settlemier Breakout of contribution revenue, if needed: 4,261,446 Rep. Jessica Vega Pederson Contributions 989,075 Franco Albi Ex-Officio Members 263,550 Heidi Bell Conservation Circle Shirley Craddick, Laurie Christensen Sponsorships 281,000 councilor Tracey Clark Teri Dresler, Grants 246,500 Contributions Derek Conrad interim director 1,956,844 ZoolalaTom Hughes, 172,168 Lynda Gardner council president Raimund Grube Other income 4,551 Nan Heim Emeriti Trustees 1,956,844 Deborah Herron Suzanne Bishop Sigrid Button, secretary Nancy Hinnen C. Kregg Hanson Campbell Kidd Dan Jarman Cynthia Malen Mark Loomis Operations 1,303,823 Membership program 914,777 Zoo support 5,343,869 Animal welfare 2,052,643 Zoo operations 2,599,544 Education 302,161 Conservation 389,521 Breakout of Direct Zoo support: 2,599,544 The foundation performs investment and endowment management functions for the funds with which it has been Contact Zoo operations For general inquiries, call 503-226-1561,389,521 or entrusted. The foundation manages four board-designated endowment funds in support of the zoo and maintains Conservation visit oregonzoo.org. investments that are available for the zoo’s unforeseen needs. The foundation administers these funds and Education 302,161 unrestricted acts as fiduciary, monitoring investment performance and compliance with foundation investment policy. Endowment Animal welfare 2,052,643 appropriations are available annually in support of the zoo. 2 Bob Maloney Thanks to you, we are providing essential support to advance the zoo’s conservation, education and animal welfare efforts. 1 vision of inspiring the community to create a better future for wildlife The Oregon Zoo Foundation committed $5.3 million to conserve the critically endangered California condor. This year, 500 hunters and outdoor enthusiasts Since 2000, the Oregon Zoo Foundation has committed $2.1 million learned that using non-lead ammunition is critical to the survival of California condors and other wildlife, thanks to funding from our community. to the zoo’s condor recovery efforts. $1.96 million in private donations this year enhanced the state-of-the-art Elephant Lands habitat and supplemented public funds for construction projects transforming our zoo. With your help, we provided $53,427 for international conservation efforts this year, protecting elephants, leopards, rhinos and other vulnerable species. Since 2000, the Oregon Zoo Foundation has committed $1.68 million to support the Zoo Animal Presenters and Urban Nature Overnights programs. of the zoo’s operating budget came from the foundation this year. to the Oregon Zoo this year. You helped us contribute $31,918 Around 7.5% 50 California condor chicks have hatched at the Oregon Zoo’s offsite breeding facility since it was built in 2003 with donor support. Fewer than 2,000 Borneo pygmy elephants remain in the wild. Your gifts made it possible for us to join the fight to save these amazing animals, as we work alongside partners from Woodland Park Zoo, World Wildlife Fund and others. ZAP participants are Because of our generous supporters, 37% 27 teens gained leadership skills and confidence serving as conservation educators this year through paid internships in the Zoo Animal Presenters (ZAP) program. Since 1999, our community has helped fund ZAP internships for 181 teens To date, from around the Portland metro area. This year 9,300 low-income children and adults learned about animals and their habitats from presentations led by ZAP interns. more likely to graduate high school than the average Portland student, despite the fact that many ZAP teens are first in their family to earn a diploma. 3 Sophie Devereux and Hazel Nye .: Youth philanthropists :. Girls Inc., an organization devoted to empowering girls, participates in a program called CommuniCARE that is designed to teach youth about philanthropy. Each year, a team of Girls Inc. girls are tasked with identifying an issue in the community that they are concerned about and raising funds to support organizations working toward that issue. The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation matches up to $15 for every dollar raised. The girls then grant the funds to worthy organizations through an application process that they direct. The 2014 CommuniCARE team donated to the Campaign for Elephants. Why did you pick the Oregon Zoo? Hazel: I love elephants, and I want to see them happy and healthy. I was happy to hear how the new Elephant Lands habitat would contribute to the elephants’ wellbeing. Sophie: I wanted to support the adorable animals, and our group found a common interest in the zoo. The lion is my favorite animal because it is one of the largest and most intimidating. How did you raise money? Hazel: We raised $1,000 by making and selling note cards and duct tape checkbook holders and wallets. With the CARE Foundation match, we raised just over $10,000 total. What did you take away from your experience? Sophie: I learned more about society, like how different groups work together to meet different people’s needs, and I learned more about different groups within our society. “I was happy to hear how the new Elephant Lands habitat would contribute to the elephants’ wellbeing.” How did you choose the non-profits that you wanted to support? Hazel: During our first meeting we decided on our mission statement: “To help women, children and animals to be happy, successful, active and healthy.” Then we developed a list of questions for non-profits that we thought might be interested in applying for funds. Sophie: After we picked our finalists, we went on site visits to find out more about the organizations and how they would use the funds. I really enjoyed meeting all of the great people who work at non-profits, and I enjoyed exploring places that I had never been before. 4 Recognizing our Campaign for Elephants donors In September 2012, the Oregon Zoo Foundation launched a $3 million campaign to support Elephant Lands and the zoo’s vision of providing the best for our elephants. Funding supports educational interpretives, technology and features to enhance the habitat and inspire our community to care about the natural world. Thanks to the generous support of community members and organizations, the campaign surpassed its goal and raised a total of $5.35 million. The following supporters made gifts of $250 or more to the Campaign for Elephants. Steve and Barb Aaker Jacob Abraham and Caroline Roberts Barbara Acker Kellen Aird Roger & Debi Akers Carole F. Alexander Christine Alexander and Madeleine Baer Alexander Lane Allen Michael and Margaret Allen Jill Allread Alperin Family Sarah and David Altman Armando, Kym, Mykel, Amanda and Daryen Amador Anonymous (20) Leonard and Brenda Aplet Karen and Allan Arlow Sandy Armstrong Mary Arnstad and Fred Aebi Leslie J. Ashcroft Sally R. Ashley Brenda K. Ashworth & Donald F. Welch Ray and Jean Auel Michael and Angela Baele Carol Bardot Dr. David & Linda Barno Kathy Bartholemy Don Basso Kathryn Bates Steen Beagle and Riley Beagle Patricia and John Beckman Marilyn Beers Alan and Barbara Bellanca Heidi and Bryan Bell Kathleen and Richard Bellant Benders Family Martha Bennett and Jeff Allen Allison Berger Dave and Pat Berkeley Lynn Bernot Karen Bettencourt In memory - Dr. John Bischel Eric Bishop’s Family Susan Bishop and Hal Lee Scott & Deanna Blackburn The Bland Family Stan and Dixie Bland Robert Blum and Carol Black Carol Bohrman Edward T. Bondurant Carol Lee Boone and H. Thomas Gillespie Al Bossen Sharon Brabenac and Frank Muhia Gary Bradley The John Braidwood Family Kay and Martin Brantley Christopher Brooks, Brittney and Haven Clark Dorothy and David Brown Lana Brown and Lucas Brown Robin and Patrick Brown Syd & Sher Brown Elizabeth Rose Bryant Joyce Buckley Karen and David Buck Drs. Randolph & Roberta Bulger Mike and Lois Burk Chelsea Bushnell Odell Bushnell and Melissa Watson Sigrid and Robert Button Canton-Tiegs Family Antonette and Robert Caren The Carey Family Emily Carlson and Phil Sibbet Emily M. Carlton Becca Carmi John and Nancy Carruthers Chuck and Linda Catlett Gerald & Rose Causey Megan Cavanaugh & Jeff Hulse Nina and Ray Cavola Michael and Cheryl Cebula The Champagne Family Eddie K. Chan in memory of Lillian Chan Jan Chandler Lou and John Chapman Robert and Lun Chau Laurie Christensen and Colin Ma Mark, Shannon, Sutton and Sloane Christianson Dr. Kelly Chung and Dr. Kerry Hagen Clackamas United Church of Christ Clark Foundation Clark/Lewis Family Foundation Linda and Dean Clark In honor of Mike and Tracey Clark Mike and Tracey Clark Elizabeth A. Clements and Susan G. Crane Wesley and Kimberly Clifton Doug and Lisa Cline Elizabeth and Alan Cohen The Coit Family Foundation Kristin B. Collins Bryan Concannon and Debi Dereiko Donald A Correll Marjorie Ann Crooker Kenneth and Abby Crouch Peggy Dale Richard Daniel Dolores Dannemiller Paul and Carol Dare Marcia Darm, M.D. and Bruce Berning Adam and Regina Davis Julie Davenport Shane Day and Lisa Ortquist Linda and Kevin Dean Ryan P. Deckert Rikki DeCormier Joe and Dede DeJager Carl and Mary Del Balzo Taelen Reid Denis Denler Family Karen and Cliff Deveney Peter and Marlene DiCristina Terri Dill-Simpson Remembering Ken and Jean Disney Greg Doan Mark and Ruth Ann Dodson Eric Doebele Brian Doerner and Lucy Faulconbridge Wendy and David Doerner Richard & Maggie Drake John and Anita Drew Linda Duchek and Marte Sheeran Michael Dunn and Cynthia Smith Suzanne and John Eberle Bob and Kathy Eccles In honor of Jim and Michele Edwards Jim Edwards and Michele Mass Matt and Amy Eha Teresa Elliott and Patra Murdock Max and Calleen Enquist Mary Epler Robert and Gina Erickson ESCO Foundation Karen Fishel Christina Flaxel Rebecca Fleischman Leslie J. Fordham Daryl J. Foti Robert and Catherine Franklin Fred’s Marina Karen and Skip Freedman ZooGuide Sarah Friedel Don Frisbee The Family of Karen Froman Terri and Bruce Fuller Margo Fulton and Miles Yamamoto Agata Ramallo Garcia Suzanne Geary and Maia Paymar Donald and Deborah George E. Jeanette George In memory of Ruth Gertz-Arrell Greg S. Gibson Greg and Valerie Gifford Roberta Gilley The 2014 Girls Inc. CommuniCARE Team Robert and Sharon Glaeser Barbara Goldson and Bruce Goldson Yvonne Gough Connor and Colin Graham Mary Jane Gray and Jayne Ackerman Steffeni Mendoza Gray and Richard Gray Joe, Gail, and Matthew Greer Julie Grice and James Haxby Janice E. Griffin David and Cheryl Groth Laura Grubaugh Jeff and Sandy Grubb Douglas and Jane Grube Raimund Grube and Kristen Bishop Dr. and Mrs. Hans Grunbaum Jim and Nancy Gunter John Hall Steve and Paula Hankins Tori and Mark Hanna The Hapke Family Harmony Northwest Peter & Sharon Harr Judith Harthun Bryan, Lyndi and Chloe Haugen Kevin and Julie Hawkins Pat Heiden and Kim Maddalena Diane and Thomas Henderson Hess Family Ronnie & Dawn Hickson David and Mary Higgins Bill and Nancy Hildick Cinda Hill The Hinnen Family Hockley Family Ronna and Eric Hoffman Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation In honor of Gail Holcomb Gail and Bob Holcomb The Glen and Gloria Holden Family Foundation Linda J. Holden Candace and Jon Holzgrafe Sue & Tom Horstmann Lisa and Ken Hose Jean B. Hubb and Cynthia J. Hubb Steve and Kris Hudson Judith and Red Hughes Linda Hughes Tinsley Hunsdorfer In memory of Elaine Hurst Linda Hurst Brianne and Zachary Hyder In Memory of Nancy Inouye John and Jill Inskeep Connie Irwin Jani Iverson and Michael Desserault Brent and Mary Jacobs Sherrie S. James Ronald and Roberta Janssen Dan and Kellie Jarman Family continued on page 6 5 Campaign for Elephants donors, continued The Jarman-Miller Family Rosemary and Rodger Jarmer Jayson Winsor and DeVonia Jenkins Brynn and Oscar Johnson Duane and Cheryl Johnson Kathy Johnson and Karyl Burt Kerry and Jeffrey Johnson Morgan and Judy Johnson In honor of Aili Jokela Aili Jokela & Lee Stocker The Jolivet Family Cecile and Richard Jones Molly Jones Frederick D. and Gail Y. Jubitz Foundation Patricia Karamanos Betty Kaufmann Mike and Sarah Keele David and Kysa Kelleher Bobi Kemp Jan Spika Kenna and Dennis Kenna Florence S. Kennedy Jane Kennedy I. Campbell Kidd IV Kevin and Lee Kidd Bonnie and James Kiester Kira and Myra Eric, Nicole, Blaine and Flynn Kirker Monica and Paul Kirk Siobhan Kirk Susan Kirschner DVM Amy Kirsher and Ken Dawe Arnie, Liz, Matt and Sean Klein Kelly and Daniel Klock Tony and Nancy Knapp Malle Kollom and Tiiu Magi Robert and Robin Konick Nancy Kopitke Eric and Sharon Krask Krispy Kreme Harry J. Krokus, Jr. Diane Kruger Robin and Mindi Krummel Dean and Deborah Kruse Charles and Donna Kuttner Mary and Robert Lamb Dinah Larsen David and Faye Laurin Lease Crutcher Lewis Barbara Lee Ben, Heather, Eli, & Joseph Lee John and Ermalou Leeper Tom and Catherine Lekas Paul & Barbara Lemieux Tamara and Robert Lemon, and Daniel Whitaker 6 Darlene Lengacher Misha Lenz Carolyn K. Leonard Alice Elizabeth Levitt Davis Janet and Michael Levin Paula and Gary Linn The Little Family Bert and Debbie Little Patrick and Rosemary Lockhart Mark and Jannah Loigman Mary E. Long Mark and Diana Loomis Karl and Susan Lucke Ludke Foundation Sahr and Len Ludwig Mary Anne Lundstrom Karen Lysik Dr. Matthew B. and Patricia L. Maberry Marilyn MacDonald and Willam Speedie Benjamin, Morgan, and Aislinge MacKenzie Christine Mackert and Patricia Southard Ted and Linda Mackett Jeanne Kay Macomber In honor of Kathrine D. Magee and Kathrine Grace Magee Chuck and Maggie Maggio Dan and Amy Mahler Felicia Mak Cynthia Malen and Denis Sieben Stephen and Jean Mann Reggy and Donna Martinson Barbara L. Maurer Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund Mal and Janeen McAninch Brendan McCarthy Linda McClellan William C McCormick Family Kathy and Randy McCourt Don and Melinda McCoy Jill McDonald Jenny and Ryan McIvor Marlin McKeever and Maureen Casey-McKeever Lisa and Steve McLennan Brenda Meltebeke and Scott Stuart Jeff and Sandi Metcalf Heidi Meyer & Trianggono Widodo Dona L. Miesen Heather and Seth Mills MLC Engineering, LLC MMOT OVERTON Rod Moore and Brenda Clark Alex and Pablo Moreno Carol Moraes James and Earlena Morrisey Moyle Family Dave and Megan Muessle Megan and John Murphy Hester Nau and Leslie Willhite Terri and Randy Neal Steven and Laura Nicholes Eric and Robin Nichols Dorthe Scherl Nielsen Nike, Inc. Bob and Jean Nixon Kevin and Trish Nixon Mark and Susan Noah Noho’s Noho’s Medford Inc Peter and Susan Norman Craig, T. and Kylie Norris Gregory and Jenifer Novak Jeff, Anne, Josh and Sol Nudelman Leigh Ann Oatney and Paul Mooring Madeline and Allan Olson Oregon ZooGuides Oregon ZooGuides Photo Team Jo Ellen Osterlind The Overhage Family In honor of Kim Overhage In honor of Kim and Craig Overhage The Panetta Family Bruce and Pamela Paris Keith and Kimberlie Parker Pamela E Patten Linda and Bruce Paulson Mike and Renee Peden Jessica and Aaron Pederson Melissa and Steven Peterman John & Suzy Petersen Ray and Karolette Peterson Ronald and Patricia Peterson Steve and Pam Philpot Diane Pierce Harvey and Sandy Platt Nancy Pole-Wilhite, Terra Nova Travel David J. Pollock Judy and Joe Post Shannon and Jeff Pratuch Providence Children’s Health Edra Quivey and Joe Keller Raghunath Raghavan and Lakshmi Jagannathan Sharon Ralston Gopalan and Lakshmi Raman Bill Ramirez and Roberta Staff Sandy Ramirez Guy and Kim Randles Greg & Jan Rasmussen Phyllis J. Ray Susan Remick and Wayne Bartolet Diana J. Rogers Kate Rohm and Terri Howard Linda Romano Dorothy Root and Patricia Young Killian Rourke-Singh and Cordelia Rourke-Singh Brian & Natasha Ruess The Douglas and Gloria Rumberger Foundation Deidra Krys-Rusoff and John Rusoff Beverly Russell John E. Ryan Nathan Sasaki With love for Lewis McLeod Saunders James and Delores Saunders Ann Sayre Susan Schnitzer and Greg Goodman Mary T. Schoessler Wayne D. Schweinfest Settlemier Family We love you Pama Sharon Kiersten and Damon Shaw Donna Shay In honor of Chen & Chung Shen Jared and Michelle Short Carol and Tom Shults Janice Schurman Mrs. Grace Simon Steve and Elizabeth Sipe In memory of Anna Mae Sisson Greg and Susan Slater In honor of Hayley & Brianna Smith Rose and Everett Sorensen Scott and Judy South Cherie and Greg Sprando Linda L. Springer Richard and Robin Springer Ethelyn and Conrad Sproul Jody Stahancyk Paula Standley Duane and Susan Stanley Starfish Manor Ocean Front Hotel Jay and Andrea Sternberg Stevens Family Kathryn Stevens Ann and Tim Stout Solon and Anita Stone Kathy and Mike Street Erik Stromquist Paul and Heidi Stutzman Duane and Katherine Suchan The Swigert Warren Foundation Charles J. and Caroline H. Swindells Zoe Taaffe and Tess Krivens (2) Shannon Tabler Rita and Richard Teiper Joseph P. Tennant Family Cathy Thomas and Ruth Pierce In Memory of JoAnn Thomas Gary and Peggy Thompson Sandra L. Thompson In loving memory of Joel Thornburg Anna M. Tichy Ronald E. and Ivy L. Timpe Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation Cynthia Townsend Sara Toyama and Lance Okuda Lee and Diana Tracy Sandra and Dwight Trainer Don Trunkey MD and Jane Trunkey MA Tony Ueber Marty Urman and Perry Rikli Pam VanAusdle Ed Vander Pol Hanford Van Ness Alex Veira Vestas Viswanatha Family Sue Volek & Bruce Hasley Katharina Vout Drs. Rob and Kim Voyle James Walangitan and Amy Ahn Jordan and Gina Wand Elizabeth and Robert Warren Billie and Zak Washburn In memory of Steve Watson Barbara and Dick Wegner Una Beth Westfall Rex Wheeler Lois Williamson Debora Williams Debra and Rob Williamson Rich Wininger George Wolters and Elizabeth Bassett Sonia Worcel Craig Wright and Ruth Fischer-Wright Richard and Linda Yates Barbara and Bob Yeager Tung Yin and Amy Liu Gretchen A. Yost Neil and Jan Uyemura Jamie and Derek Zolezzi Judith Post .: Volunteer and workplace giving participant :. How long have you been supporting the Oregon Zoo? I first joined as a member in 1984, the year I moved to the Portland area. I began volunteering at the zoo in 1986 and haven’t stopped! Where do you work and why do you choose to give through your employee-giving program? I work for Standard Insurance Company. I wait until the fall each year to donate to the Oregon Zoo Foundation, knowing that my donation will be doubled and go twice as far! I love working for a company that’s so committed to and invested in supporting charitable organizations. What do you love about the Oregon Zoo? I love the level of care and compassion all the staff and volunteers show for our animal ambassadors. My hat is off to those who work with our geriatric animals. Why is it important to you to support the zoo? Our zoo does so much in the way of research, education and conservation. It can only continue with the support of those who care. What do you wish other people knew about the zoo? What a jewel of a resource it is! Come up to walk for your heart, and you’ll lose your heart to our animals and the beauty of our grounds. What would you say to someone considering making a gift or volunteering at the zoo? Do both! The gift will bring you the knowledge that you’ve made a monetary contribution to the Oregon Zoo’s accomplishments. If you’re still working, be sure to check with your employer about matching your gift. Volunteering lets you grow and share your passion for conservation and wildlife—and even sneak some education in when you’re spending time with the public! Both the gifts of money and of time are worthwhile and rewarding. Matching Gift Companies for fiscal year 2015 Adidas CNA Foundation Independent Actuaries, Inc. Portland General Electric ADP Foundation, Inc. Columbia Sportswear Company Intel RBC Foundation American Express Edison International JPMorgan Chase Foundation Rockwell Collins Anchor QEA ExxonMobil Foundation KeyBank Rogers Corporation Apple, Inc. FEI Company Kaiser Permanente Lam Research Corporation/Novellus Systems, Inc. Roseburg Forest Products FM Global Foundation Argo Group AT&T Autodesk Foundation Bank of America Barnes Group Foundation, Inc. The Boeing Company Gannett Foundation Gap, Inc. Genentech, Inc. Google Hewlett-Packard Company Managed Health Care Associates, Inc. The Merck Foundation The Standard Stoel Rives LLP Synopsys Meyer Memorial Trust Tektronix Foundation Microsoft Texas Instruments Foundation Nike, Inc. The Home Depot Foundation Nvidia Corporation Thrivent Financial Lutherans Foundation Chevron USA Inc. HSBC/Best Buy Oracle Corporation Umpqua Bank Chubb & Son, Inc. IBM Corporation Pacific Power Foundation U.S. Bank/U.S. Bancorp Foundation Cisco Illinois Tool Works Foundation Phillips 66 Wieden & Kennedy Inc. Cambria Health Solutions/Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon In-Kind Supporters for fiscal year 2015 Alaska Airlines Columbia Sportswear Company Maletis Beverage Merritt Olson and Steven Baer 7 Al Gable .: Wildlife Legacy Society member :. How did you first become connected with the Oregon Zoo? What are some other ways you have been involved in the zoo? The Oregon Zoo became a big part of my life when I worked at the zoo’s railway station as a teenager. I remember talking to my friend, who was stationed at the other end of the line, via the walkie-talkies and announcing departures on the public address system. I would tease teenage couples parked in their cars and tell them to come into the zoo for a ride. During those two years, I came to know and appreciate the zoo staff. This connection ignited my lifelong love of the zoo. Serving on the zoo’s Board of Trustees in the late 1980’s, I helped raise funds to bring the black rhino Pete to the zoo. Pete passed away in 2012, but I’m very excited about the arrival of Ruka from the St. Louis Zoo. I am hopeful that Ruka and Zuri will help boost the numbers of their highly endangered species. By making a planned gift to the zoo, you are leaving a legacy of support. Why was a planned gift a good choice for you? I became the first member of our Wildlife Legacy Society in 1990 by naming the zoo in my will and as a beneficiary of my retirement plan. As a former estate planning professional, I had helped my clients make charitable gifts to organizations that reflected their values and honored their memories. By joining the Wildlife Legacy Society, I was thrilled to be able to practice what I preached. Why are you inspired to support the zoo? A love of animals and a concern for the future of endangered species, like the rhino, have inspired me to designate my gift to the newly created animal welfare endowment fund. I am reassured to know that the fund will support the zoo’s animal welfare programs in perpetuity and help protect against the inevitable fluctuations that come with public funding. Wildlife Legacy Society The Oregon Zoo Foundation created the Wildlife Legacy Society to recognize and honor individuals who have provided future support of the zoo through their estate plans. Anonymous (9) Richard Allen D. A. Armstrong Leslie Ashcroft Kathy Bartholemy Marjorie Beck John and Patricia Beckman Thessalonika Benny Scott and Deanna Blackburn Julie A. Bliss Kirsten Boyum Laurie Christensen and Colin Ma Mike and Tracey Clark Kathleen D. Cooney and Gary S. Rush Phyllis Coyne Anne L. Darrow Julie Davenport Jess and Wanda Dishman Wally and Elle Dodge David and Wendy Doerner Mary Epler Margo Finnie Leslie J. Fordham Karen and Skip Freedman Al Gabel Anne Gilbert Roberta Gilley William Grieve III and Denise Grieve Nancy Gunter Constance Harvey E.N. Haydock Fred and Shirley Hibbard Mike and Sarah Keele Kathy Kenyon Thomas and Judith Laronge Carolyn K. Leonard Joyce and Virgil Libke Art Lloyd Debbie Luster Eleanor Mallinckrodt Marti Rhea Lisa and Steve McLennan Donné Rogers Jeff and Sandi Metcalf Linda Ruswinkle Dona L. Miesen Maryann and Duane Gloria Mighell Alice Sibley Mark and Sandra Mueller Paula J. Standley Judy Munro Dr. Karen Stanley Craig and T. Norris Cathy A. Thomas Janie Pearcy Carol Wallace Gary and Sandy Ragsdale Gale Watson Sharon Ralston Edson and Gayle Whitehurst Laura and Martin Ramirez Roger Yerke Bill Ramirez and Roberta Staff Gretchen A. Yost Interested in joining? We’d love to talk with you about the many ways you can support the zoo well into the future. Please contact us for more information: 503-914-6029 or [email protected]. 8 Endowment & Annual Fund Can you spot the difference? Gifts to the Oregon Zoo Foundation come in all different sizes. When you give to the Annual Fund, you help the zoo make a difference for wildlife each and every year—from species recovery programs for some of the Northwest’s most vulnerable animals to continuing education opportunities for our expert staff. Gifts to an endowment help sustain support for the zoo, providing a legacy of stability for years to come. Ongoing support for conservation, education and animal welfare Stability during times of recession Lasting security Every year ACCESSIBLE YEARLY SUPPORT FOR PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS Collective impact of small gifts SHORT TERM Meeting today’s needs BUFFER Long-term Strong foundation for the future Checking account REOCCURRING FINANCIAL SECURITY ANNUAL FUND Immediate needs Savings account Investment ENDOWMENT 9 Monteith Macoubrie .: Loyal member :. When did you first become interested in zoos and particularly the Oregon Zoo? As a child in Kansas, I went to the zoo a few times. I moved to Oregon when I was twelve, in 1930. I was always interested in the zoo. I believe I joined around 1990. What is your favorite animal in the zoo? Well, elephants of course. I love it all. Also the cats, lions, tigers, birds and the apes. I really like the aviaries. Do you have a favorite area or exhibit? Though I haven’t been to the zoo in several years, the last time I was there I really liked the Predators of the Serengeti. What are your other interests or hobbies? I studied English and journalism and, for many years I taught at Lincoln and Cleveland High Schools. For the last four or five years, I have been volunteering with the SMART program, helping kids become stronger readers. This year, I have two kindergartners. I also love the symphony and have been a member since 1947. What do you wish other people knew about the zoo? The work they do protecting the animals. It is very valuable to society. It is important to human life as well as animal life. Money well spent. Bringing the classroom outside teaches students to become lifelong stewards of the environment. By supporting the Oregon Zoo’s education programs, you are helping expand opportunities to inspire future conservation leaders Donate today: 10 oregonzoo.org/support Sharon Downey .: Volunteer and donor :. When did you first become interested in volunteering for the Oregon Zoo? I started volunteering in 1989, before I retired. My children were grown, and I was looking for a way to be involved with the community. I saw a presentation about the zoo and volunteering and thought it was interesting. Since then, I’ve done everything from horticulture to manning the information booth. However, I found my niche with Senior ZooMobile, bringing the zoo to retirement communities for over 17 years. In total, I’ve logged more than 5,000 hours of service. What do you enjoy about being a volunteer? I love the projects, but even more so, I love the people. I meet so many neat and interesting visitors and fellow volunteers. I feel like I’m expanding my horizon by engaging with so many community members. “My children were grown, and I was looking for a way to be involved with the community.” Tell us about a fond memory at the zoo. When my father passed away, I wanted to help the elderly, so I signed up to volunteer with the Senior ZooMobile. On occasion, I meet retirees who volunteered for the zoo decades ago. We share stories, and it brings them good memories. It’s been very rewarding. What animal is a favorite? I love the cat family. I went to Africa with fellow ZooGuides long ago and got to see the big cats. It was an amazing experience we shared together. Your fellow volunteers become extended family. Why is it important to you to support the zoo? For me it’s a family value. Growing up, my father owned his own business. Even so, he gave back to the community and taught our family the importance of it. Whether it’s volunteering or giving money, I’m just doing my duty. Tell us about the special way you support the zoo. Well, my former employer—I’m retired now—matches my volunteer hours. I learned about it through the human resources department. It’s quite easy: I go online and submit my hours and the zoo receives a donation. It’s great that they provide the service for retirees. It’s a win-win for everyone. And, it’s important to me that businesses support their community. Oregon Zoo volunteers by the numbers The Oregon Zoo is a community of animals, staff and volunteers. Volunteers work all over the zoo and beyond, from helping guests have a great visit to giving offsite presentations. 106,123 hours zoo volunteers contributed in 2015 1,678 vounteers at the Oregon Zoo this year 70+ years range in ages between youth and adult volunteers 11 12 Dan McCarthy & Lisi Belz-McCarthy .: Members for 20+ years :. When did you first become interested in the Oregon Zoo? Lisi: We’ve been members since the 80’s, before we had children. Dan has been coming to the zoo since he was two—so that’s almost fifty years! Dan: I have happy memories of being at zoo camps and as a junior zookeeper for a week, working with the Birds of Prey. What do you enjoy about being a member? Dan: Access to the zoo! It’s a great place for kids and an amazing venue for adults, especially with concerts and special events throughout the year. What do you love about the Oregon Zoo? Lisi: Our zoo is always growing. We’ve seen a lot of zoos, and we’re proud of ours. Our children have grown up at the zoo. Now 11 and 17, they read Zootracks and let us know what’s going on at the zoo! It has helped shape a deep love for animals, especially in our oldest, who now raises chickens, ducks and turkeys. Why is it important to you to support the zoo? Dan: Conservation, education and the work with endangered species. The zoo’s programs are worldwide and making an incredible difference. Lisi: I do it for the love of animals! The Oregon Zoo is doing the best job of taking care of the animals, and you can see that. And, the work that you don’t see— such as the science, nutrition and research—is making a difference for wildlife. Dan: We need our community to provide support to help the zoo do more of this work—it’s important. What do you wish other people knew about the zoo? Lisi: You don’t have to have kids to come and enjoy the zoo—there’s something here for everyone. Dan: Not only that, but it’s situated in one of the most beautiful green spaces in the city. It’s centrally located and accessible. Lisi: It’s truly a gem everyone should experience and support. What is your favorite memory at the Oregon Zoo? Dan: In 1995, we were married at the zoo in front of the old elephant barn. Packy was there—it was incredible! Lisi: We wanted to get married in a place that was special and represented Portland—and we wanted our out-of-town guests to experience it. 12 Portland General Electric .: Longtime corporate partner :. Portland General Electric, the number one provider of renewable energy in the country, has been supporting the Oregon Zoo since 1986. Rachel DeRosia from PGE discussed this decades-long partnership. How long has PGE been supporting the Oregon Zoo? What are some other ways that PGE has supported the Oregon Zoo? For almost 30 years, PGE has been sponsoring the Wildlife Live show. The summer program has inspired hundreds of thousands of zoo visitors to care more about wildlife. In 1996, PGE helped build the zoo’s energy-efficient and environmentally friendly mews, where the birds of the show used to be housed. PGE also made improvements to the HVAC system in the Penguinarium. PGE also contributed to the Predators of the Serengeti exhibit, home to the zoo’s caracal family. What areas of the Oregon Zoo are you most devoted to? PGE sponsors Wildlife Live every year because we care about birds. Our avian plan helps protect birds near electrical equipment. PGE bucket trucks have been used to help save eagle nests. And our wildlife biologists monitor raptor populations throughout most of Jefferson County, gathering data annually on bald eagle and golden eagle nests. It’s all part of our commitment to Oregon’s environment. 13 Recognizing our donors With deepest gratitude, we honor those who support the Oregon Zoo’s commitment to conservation, education and animal welfare. 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February July Zoo hires wildlife and lead outreach coordinator with funds from zoo foundation, aiming to engage stakeholders and curb lead poisoning in wildlife Zoo launches Use Your Reach program to help public push for deforestation-free palm oil: oregonzoo.org/reach August During a heat wave, the youngest members of the Asian elephant herd stay cool in mud wallows, a feature of the new Elephant Lands habitat November Spunky 9-year-old orangutan Kumar joins zoo’s oldest resident, Inji, at Red Ape Reserve After extensive restoration, two of the zoo’s historic locomotives help introduce guests to a new zoo railway route September December African lion Kya welcomes her first litter March October Stay connected: oregonzoo.org More than 4,000 visitors at annual Elephantasic event test drive the North Meadow of Elephant Lands before the herd moves in June Zoo adds 250 pounds of ivory artifacts to massive Times Square ivory crush, helping spotlight the fight against poaching and illegal ivory trade May Elephant Lands’ 160,000-gallon pool takes shape as crews continue construction on massive new habitat Zoo launches Small Actions digital guide to connect everyday actions to conservation: oregonzoo.org/small-actions April January New visitor center in Elephant Plaza becomes first commercial project in Oregon to use environmentally friendly cross-laminated timber Urban Nature Overnights program celebrates 15 years of bringing kids into nature, engaging historically underrepresented youth in outdoor recreation and conservation In a new lab, zoo researchers are helping establish measures of wellbeing for animals through hormone monitoring thanks to support from zoo foundation We are committed to creating a better future for wildlife.
