ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY
AI Summary
The Zoological Society of Milwaukee County is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, primarily by invitation only. With a total of $4.1 million in grants paid in 2024, the Society does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to engage with this funder.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY IS TO TAKE PART IN CONSERVING WILDLIFE AND ENDANGERED SPECIES, TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF WILDLIFE AND THE ENVIRONMENT, AND TO SUPPORT THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOO. THE SOCIETY WAS ORGANIZED TO AID THE COUNTY IN THE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE MILWAUKEE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS ("ZOO") AND THE ZOO'S ANIMAL COLLECTION ACTIVITIES, AND TO PROMOTE CONSERVATION, EDUCATION, EXHIBITION OF ANIMALS, RESEARCH, AND RECREATION THROUGH FUNDRAISING AND VOLUNTEERISM.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Environment
Domesticated animals
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE ENDOWMENT TRUST
$7.1M
15%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY?
No. ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY give?
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY primarily gives to organizations located in Wisconsin. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $759 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY make each year?
In 2024, ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $4.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY fund recently?
In 2024, ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE ENDOWMENT TRUST. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY?
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE CTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.