Boost your zoo’s fundraising with a prize draw
Zoos are raising more with prize draws — attracting new supporters and offering unforgettable experiences, all while creating a more sustainable way to fundraise. So what are you waiting for?
The home of crowdfunding for Zoos
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The home of online fundraising for zoos
Raise vital zoo funding with Crowdfunder, the home of online fundraising for zoos, wildlife and conservation projects. We’ve worked with dozens of zoos and safari parks across the UK to raise money for upkeep and conservation. Fundraising is easy via our platform; simply create your profile, let your supporters donate to your cause, and increase awareness of your work.
So what are you waiting for?
Boost your zoo’s fundraising with a prize draw
Live zoo & wildlife fundraising projects
Heart of England Wildlife Park
Heart of England Wildlife Park are a conservation and education enterprise giving YOU a chance...
Win your own giraffe!
Win your very own giraffe sculpture AND feed the giraffes and giant pandas at Edinburgh Zoo in...
Win a panda keeper prize
Win one of two unique panda keeper prizes at Edinburgh Zoo! £5 to enter and 100% of your ticket...
Help raise money to feed and care for our animals
With a second lockdown closing our zoo again we facing another challenging time with no visitors...
Hamerton Zoo Animals
We need your support again with the 2nd lockdown upon us and very little support from the Governm...
Win a cheetah and friends prize at Edinburgh Zoo!
You could win an incredible behind-the-scenes experience to meet Edinburgh Zoo’s new cheetah and...
Win a baby sloth close encounter experience
Help us protect and save sloths in the wild by raising money for The Sloth Conservation Foundation
Win a baby capybara experience!
Raising money for Amaze - for families with disabled children and young people in Sussex.
Why crowdfund for your Zoo?
Connect with the animal-loving community
Raise funds for operating costs
Build a sustainable future
Renovate animal enclosures and other facilities
Fundraise for wildlife and conservation projects
Access over £10 million in +Extra funding via our match funding partners
Successful zoo & conservation fundraising projects
Edinburgh Zoo Prize Draw
Edinburgh Zoo runs regular prize draws and campaigns including giving customers an exclusive chance to feed the animals.
Heart of England Wildlife Park
Heart of England Wildlife Park are a conservation and education enterprise who gave the crowd a chance to have a say in the development of their Zoo.
Crocodiles of the World
Struggling from lockdowns, Crocodiles of the world raised the cash they needed to afford running costs of their zoo.
How crowdfunding works
Set up your page
Create your theatre fundraising page in minutes - tell your story, explain your plans and set your target.
Spread the word
Tell everyone you know about your zoo crowdfunding project - everyone in your community can help.
Help and support
Use our dedicated Knowledge Hub for extra guidance to get the best from your zoo or wildlife fundraising project.
Get funded
Your supporters can donate or pledge money in return for tempting rewards once your project succeeds.
Start fundraising for zoos today
Fundraising can be challenging, but crowdfunding is a brilliant way to engage your supporters and feel the support of the whole community behind you. Set up a project on Crowdfunder and give back to your crowd with rewards and prize draws.
Access £millions in +Extra funding
Easy and quick to set up
Engage community support easily
Allow fundraisers on your behalf
Ability to offer rewards
Collect monthly donations
Access to free guides and support
Dedicated support team onhand
Excitement with prize draws
Zoo crowdfunding FAQs
How does crowdfunding for zoo projects work?
Crowdfunding for conservation or zoological projects is easy with Crowdfunder. Create a profile, let people know why you’re fundraising, and let the community donate to your cause. Boost your zoo funding pot by putting your project in front of a larger audience than usual, including public sector and corporate organisations.
How do I set up a page to start fundraising for zoos?
Setting up a zoo or wildlife fundraising project with Crowdfunder couldn’t be easier:
- Create your crowdfunding page
- Tell your story - add photos and videos to your profile to show people why you’re fundraising
- See if you're eligible for +Extra funding to boost your fundraising
- Offer rewards or set up a prize draw to give back to your crowd
What are the benefits of crowdfunding for your zoo?
The benefits of using crowdfunding to raise vital zoo funding include:
- Raise more money for your zoo
- Boost the reach of your fundraising project via our platform and social media
- Build an engaged community of supporters
- No platform fees if you’re fundraising for a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or community organisation
- Visit your Crowdfunder dashboard for detailed reports and insights into your zoo or conservation fundraising project
Is my fundraising project eligible for a match funding grant?
Your zoo or wildlife fundraising project may be eligible to receive matched funding from one of our national or regional partners, which include local authority, corporate and public sector organisations. There’s over £10 million available in total, and our partners will pledge to match your fundraising up to a certain amount when you reach a particular stage in your crowdfunding journey. Read through the individual criteria of each match fund to see if your zoo or conservation fundraising project is eligible to apply.
Why should I choose Crowdfunder over other wildlife fundraising platforms?
Crowdfunder is the home of crowdfunding for conservation, wildlife and zoological projects. Our fundraising site is easy-to-use and completely transparent, providing you with real-time reports and insights into your campaign to keep you up to date at every stage. What’s more, our crowdfunding experts will be on hand to offer advice and guidance at every stage, including interactive sessions to help you to get the most from your fundraising journey.
When you choose to use Crowdfunder for your zoo, wildlife or conservation fundraising project, you’ll also have access to over £10 million in match funding from our national and regional partners. We also help you to show your appreciation to your supporters via fantastic rewards and prize draws.
How will my crowdfunding money be paid out?
The funds you raise from your crowdfunding project will be paid into the bank account linked to your Crowdfunder profile within 7 working days of the end of your project.