A Lasting Legacy.
With new exhibits like Encounter Africa, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is able to provide memories for a lifetime for children of all ages. Since it was formed by Spencer Penrose in 1926, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has been widely known as a unique community treasure. We hope you’ll be part of this extraordinary effort! Please support Encounter Africa by donating online, through the giving opportunites below, or, next time you’re at the Zoo, drop your spare change at the Grizzly Grill or elephant exhibit.
In the Beginning:
When Penrose incorporated the Zoo as a non-profit public trust for the people of Colorado Springs, he could hardly have imagined that his small menagerie would someday become one of the finest private zoological parks in the country.
Right Now:
Today, there are a number of reasons that people love Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and it's not just about the animals (although we do have a world-class animal collection featuring more than 30 endangered species). For example...
We care about conservation.
By supporting conservation efforts globally and locally, the Zoo is finding new and better ways to effectively care for and conserve nature and its inhabitants. Through our exciting Quarters for Conservation program, one quarter from each admission goes directly to support conservation efforts, both on Zoo grounds and around the world.
We're a great community partner.
The Zoo reaches out through special events and partnerships to help build a stronger community. Through our Central Bancorp ZooMobile and signature events such as DreamNight and Military Days, we provide incredible experiences and lifelong memories for kids and families that may not otherwise have the opportunity.
We're a place for kids...of all ages.
Whether you're helping to care for a giant millipede, getting up close and personal with a Nigerian dwarf goat, or having your very own WildNight at the Zoo, one thing's for sure - Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is THE place for kids and families. Besides being a great place to spend an afternoon, the Zoo is also a remarkable resource for learning; each year, more than 40,000 kids participate in our formal education programs.
We mean business.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo prides itself on running a healthy, thriving business that will continue to improve for generations to come. The Zoo is one of only a handful of accredited Zoos in the country that operates without tax support, depending entirely on admissions, program fees, membership dues, and donations and grants for funding. By creating new revenue streams, operating on a tight budget and making each dollar work like two, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is building a strong and secure future.
We're just plain fun.
From incredible up-close animal encounters to riding the Mountaineer Sky Ride, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a new experience every time. We're also recognized as one of the top attractions in the Pikes Peak region. With more than 500,000 guests per year, the Zoo is providing memories for a lifetime for families from all over the world and right here in Coloraod Springs.
We hope you’ll be part of this extraordinary effort! Support Encounter Africa by donating online, or, next time you’re at the Zoo, drop your spare change at the Grizzly Grill or elephant exhibit.
Contact Us
To learn more about helping to make Encounter Africa a reality, please contact Kelley Parker, Major Gifts and Planned Giving Manager at (719) 633-9924 ext. 164.
