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Fort Worth Zoological Association, Inc.

aka Fort Worth Zoo   |   Ft. Worth, TX   |  www.fortworthzoo.org

Mission

The mission of the Fort Worth Zoo is to strengthen the bond between humans and the environment by promoting responsible stewardship of wildlife and ensuring diverse, high-quality educational and entertaining family experiences through effective and efficient management of its resources. The foundation of this mission statement is based on three cornerstone principles: Conservation: A commitment to affect positive change through the facilitation of conservation and sound scientific research. Education: A commitment to provide factual information to nurture an appreciation of and respect for wildlife and the environment. Entertainment: A commitment to excellence and to always exceed our guest's expectations

Ruling year info

1952

Principal Officer

Michael Fouraker

Main address

1989 Colonial Pkwy

Ft. Worth, TX 76110 USA

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EIN

75-0991727

NTEE code info

Zoo, Zoological Society (D50)

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Fort Worth Zoo

The living animal collection includes more than 500 species & 7,000 individual specimens of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians & invertebrates. Animal programs include a state-of-the-art animal hospital & nutrition lab, animal commissary & conservation science dept. The Zoo coordinates or supports conservation in 30 countries around the world.  Zoo education programs include weekday Zoo School, summer Zoo Camp, Zoo Careers Camp, Overnights, birthday parties, teacher workshops, and organized field trips. Through the Wild Connection program, Zoo admissions are distributed annually to underprivileged children (including guardians and chaperones) who otherwise cannot afford a Zoo trip.

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Fort Worth Zoological Association, Inc.

Board of directors
as of 07/24/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board co-chair

Ramona Bass

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Board co-chair

Kit Moncrief

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Ardon Moore

Board President