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About Us

The John Ball Zoological Garden is owned and operated by the County of Kent. The John Ball Zoological Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation serving as a private support organization for the John Ball Zoo. The Zoo Society incorporated in 1950 and has been working in partnership with the Zoo since that time.

The Society operates a membership program, food services and the Gift Shop, coordinates publicity and promotions, and conducts fund-raising operations. The Zoo Society contributions include funds for promotions, events, marketing, advertising, animal purchases, a portion of the education budget, and all capital exhibit construction.

Contact Us

JOHN BALL ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY
PO Box 2506, 1300 W. Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI 49501-2506

FAX: 616-336-3907

General Zoo Information

Call 616-336-4300 or Email info@johnballzoosociety.org

Membership Information

Call 616-336-4312 or Email member@johnballzoosociety.org

 

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