Footsteps to the Future: Animal Sponsorship Program
Our Donors - Thankyou, for your support!
Valentine's Day gift idea: A ZOO ANIMAL ADOPTION
Order by calling (616)336-3036
What your Sweetie gets:
- His/her name on a sign in the Zoo
- An adoption certificate
- Souviner photo
- Animal Fact Sheet
- Plush animal ($50 pkg. only)
PLUS - IT HELPS ANIMALS!
100% of the proceeds from the FOOTSTEPS program goes back into conservation
of animals right here in West Michigan and as far away as Africa.
Two prices:
• $50 gets you a snuggly plush animal with a Vantine's tag, an animal
fact sheet and photo, and adoption certificate, and all wrapped in an attractive
bag. Plus, recipient will get their name on a sign in the Zoo!!! Just call
us at (616)336-3036 and we'll get to work putting together
the right package for you!
• Are you a 'last minute type'? For $25, you can simply go on line
and fill your own order with a certificate and animal fact sheet. Click
here to order.
What is Footsteps to the Future?
FOOTSTEPS is the Zoo’s animal sponsorship program. Money donated throught this program supports wildlife conservation projects in Michigan and worldwide through our Wildlife Conservation Fund. The program has been updated with a new level available only online. Save time and resources with this option.
What animals can be adopted?
Virtually any animal at the zoo can be adopted. Our FOOTSTEPS brochure includes a partial list of animals to help with ideas. Feel free to call (616-336-3036) and we can work with you on special sponsorships not listed.
What are the different adoption levels?
How do I adopt an animal?
- Call (616) 336-3036 to sign up during business hours Mon - Fri 8am until 4:30pm
- Stop in our office (administration building just outside the entrance of the zoo) from 8am until 4:30pm Monday through Friday year-round to apply
- Fax a completed FOOTSTEPS adoption form to: (616)336-3907
- Mail a completed FOOTSTEPS adoption form to: John Ball Zoo, FOOTSTEPS, PO Box 2506, Grand Rapids, MI, 49501
- Online - only the $25 Eco-friendly option is available online at this time. (see below)
Purchase online by clicking the animal of your choice:
