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Established in 1975, Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo
is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization, which stands

as the fundraising branch for the zoo.

The organization is comprised of both employees and volunteers

who are dedicated to improving the zoo. 

The mission of this nonprofit membership organization is to support the development of Lee Richardson Zoo as a center for education and recreation. We are committed to fostering a charitable, educational, and scientific environment that enhances community engagement with wildlife conservation and education.

Spread the Love This Valentine’s Day at Lee Richardson Zoo!

Membership: A Gift That Keeps Giving

💌 "I Only Want to Zoo with You!"
Treat your special someone to a FOLRZ annual membership and enjoy exclusive perks while supporting the zoo!
Includes:

  • A free zoo-themed Valentine’s greeting card

  • 13 months for the price of 12

Membership Levels:

  • $35 Individual: One card for one person

  • $60 Family: Two cards for two adults and their dependent children

  • $60 Grandparent: Two cards for two adults and their dependent grandchildren

  • $150 Patron: Four cards for any combination of the above levels

  • $280 Sustaining: Eight cards for any combination of the above levels

Name a Cockroach: Love That Lasts Forever

🪳 “Like cockroaches, our love will survive anything!”
For just $10, name a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach in honor of your loved one (or someone less loved!)

  • Includes a digital certificate with your chosen name.

  • Upgrade to snail mail delivery with a paper certificate and a fake cockroach for $15!

💌 Deadlines:

  • Digital certificates: Order by 4 PM, Thursday, February 14, 2025

  • Snail mail: Order by 5 PM, Friday, February 7, 2025

*For digital purchases please enter the recipient’s name and email address in the comment section at checkout. If having the certificate mailed, please include the recipient’s name and mailing address.

Adopt an Animal: A Wild Valentine’s Gift

🐾 "Show Your Valentine Your Wild Side!"
For $25, the Zoo Adoption Package includes:

  • A one-year adoption of any animal on zoo grounds

  • Certificate of adoption

  • Animal fact sheet

  • Color photo of the adopted animal

  • A free Valentine’s greeting card

💌 Order by 4 PM, Friday, February 7, 2025, for Valentine’s Day delivery.

Engraved Bricks: Forever in Our Hearts

🧱 "Honor your love with a lasting legacy at the zoo."
For $100, personalize a 4”x8” engraved brick to be placed in front of the Conservation Carousel.

Includes:

  • A certificate of acknowledgment

  • A free Valentine’s greeting card

  • A 4”x4” replica tile for you to keep (tiles come after Valentine’s Day)

💌 Bricks will be ordered after Valentine’s Day, and we will notify you for replica tile pickup.

Order Today!

📞 Call us at 620-276-6243
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For online orders, include:

  • Card type (card not included for Cockroach naming)

    • Owl you need is love! Owl

    • You make my heart race! Roadrunner

    • You bet giraffe, I’m wild about you! Giraffe

    • You make my heart ROAR! Lion

    • I love you like no Otter! Otter

    • You’re Un-fur-gettable! Red Panda

  • Recipient’s name, email, and mailing address

  • Your special Valentine’s message

  • Name of Card holder(s) (if purchasing membership)

  • Animal you wish to adopt (if purchasing $25 adoption)

Don’t wait—make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a meaningful gift that supports wildlife!

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