Zoos Victoria 150 Club brochure (3.06 MB)

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WELCOME TO ZOOS VICTORIAZoos Victoria is seeking to attract relevant and committed corporate sponsors to help us celebrate the 150thAnniversary of Melbourne Zoo, one of the three great zoos that make up Zoos Victoria.Every year, Melbourne Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Werribee Open Range Zoo attract more than 1.7 millionvisitors and 160,000 students. Each of us has something in common: the power to either threaten or help thesurvival of animals. At Zoos Victoria, our mission is to inspire each visitor to help animals survive.In order to achieve our goals, we need to raise $85 million in the next five years to support conservationprograms and exhibit upgrades and additions, creating a safe haven for our treasured animals.We invite you to be part of our exclusive 150 Club, to receive benefits that go beyond traditional sponsorships.Please join us in our fight against extinction, and join our 150 Club.Jenny GrayCEO, Zoos Victoria

Zoos Victoria –becoming the world’sleading zoo-basedconservationorganisation.ABOUT ZOOS VICTORIAZoos Victoria operates three great zoos:• Melbourne Zoo is a window into the biodiversity of the world’s wildlife and is Australia’s oldest zoo.• Werribee Open Range Zoo is an immersive experience of the African savannah.• Healesville Sanctuary is the home of our important native threatened species programs.Zoos Victoria welcomes over 1.7 million visitors to our three zoos each year, and 160,000 students participatein our education programs.On 1 July 2011, the State Government introduced free admission for children visiting our three zoos duringschool holidays, weekends and public holidays. This announcement is projected to increase visitationsignificantly – conservative estimates indicate an increase of 30%, bringing our visitation to over 2.2 millionpeople per year.There are over 100,000 Zoos Victoria Friends of the Zoos Members, who are actively engaged with our zooconservation programs and initiatives. Of these members, 88% are families.There are 720 volunteers – part of Friends of the Zoos – and there are 550 Zoos Victoria employees.

Showcase yourcommitment to abetter future for ournatural world.THE POWER OF THE ZOOS VICTORIA BRANDZoos Victoria provides the following benefits offered by each of our three zoos:• Trusted family venue• A well-recognised not-for-profit conservation organisation that exists to save wildlife• Victoria’s largest paid tourism attraction• 150 years of historical and cultural significance in MelbourneZoos Victoria currently aligns itself with organisations that are respected within their industries, have a strongcommunity focus and are committed to a sustainable future for our natural world.Zoos Victoria is leading the way in creating initiatives that engage the community in long-term behaviourchange. For example, our much applauded Don’t Palm us Off campaign aims to achieve mandatory labelling ofpalm oil on consumer products to help preserve natural rainforest habitats and to save the orang-utan.Our community conservation campaigns include:

Zoos Victoria offersunique ways toengage staff, clientsand customers.YOUR INVESTMENTSponsorship investment opportunities start from $20,000 per annum and canbe structured over multiple-year agreements.We have created a series of packages that offer fantastic value for money andthe flexibility to meet your corporate objectives in creative and valuable ways.Sponsorships are offered over one to three years – or more by negotiation. Eachpackage can be tailored to suit your marketing and sales objectives, utilisingopportunities to put your brand in front of more than 1.7 million people who visitour three great zoos each year.Zoos Victoria offers unique ways to engage staff, clients and customers –imagine a breakfast with gorillas or an afternoon tea with giraffes!PLATINUM over $1 millionGOLD over $500,000SILVER over $100,000BRONZE over $50,000SUPPORTER over $20,000Sponsorship investment opportunities startfrom $20,000 per annum, and can bestructured over multiple-year agreements.

Become part of anexclusive 150 Club,supporting our Safe HavenAppeal and gainingextensive benefits.150th ANNIVERSARYEvents available for sponsorshipTo celebrate this special 150th Anniversary, Zoos Victoria will create a full year of activities and events locatedat our three zoos and throughout the city of Melbourne. There are sponsorship opportunities associated withthe events, including:On-site eventsSponsorship packages start from $20,000• Twilights Concert Series: January – March 2012• Official Family Birthday Party: October 2012, day and evening family events• Birthday Party VIP Event: October 2012, VIP and stakeholder eventsMelbourne City events• Mali in the City• Conservation Lecture Series: Federation Square• Walk for Wildlife Event• Gala Fundraising Dinner: Myer Mural HallSafe Haven AppealZoos Victoria has launched the Safe Haven Appeal to raise $85 million over the next five years. By joiningthe 150 Club you will be supporting this important appeal, allowing us to modernise our ageing exhibits andfacilities, inspiring conservation action in our visitors.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIESYou can be involved with the zoos in other ways outside our 150 Club. The following initiatives offer the chanceto engage your staff, clients and stakeholders with corporate hospitality opportunities.Corporate Animal AdoptionsIf your company would like to adopt an animal mascot, you can adopt one or more of our 30 native andinternational ambassador animals, including Sumatran Tigers, Kangaroos, Platypuses, Asian Elephantsand Lions.Corporate Animal Adoptions start at $500 per year.Corporate Engagement ProgrammesCorporate MemberBecome a corporate member and receive discounted memberships for staff (not transferable). Benefitsinclude unlimited zoo entry for the membership holder plus discounts on special events, retail products andbehind-the-scenes experiences. (Organisations must purchase a minimum of 20 adult memberships).Corporate VisitorBecome a corporate visitor and receive discounted tickets for staff and clients when you purchase over20 tickets.Corporate Events at the ZooLiberty Catering Concepts (Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo) and K & B Catering (HealesvilleSanctuary) are passionate about their food philosophy, providing amazing hospitality experiences in uniqueand stunning surrounds at our zoos. By becoming a 150 Club member, we are able to incorporate functions andevents into your partnership package.Melbourne Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary also offer exciting Team Building Days for organisations, includingthe fun Race Around the Zoo and conservation focused days.

From on-site and onlineacknowledgement,to staff and stakeholderengagementopportunities …… a partnership withZoos Victoria will offeryour organisationbenefits far beyondyour corporate socialresponsibility goals.CONTACT USZoos Victoria Foundation BoardSidney Myer AM (Chair)Andrew AbercrombieNatasha BownessIan Hicks AMAndrew VizardAlex WaislitzNicholas WhitbyAndrew DarbyshireZoos Victoria FoundationThe Foundation manages all corporate sponsorships,philanthropic donations and community fundraising, for ZoosVictoria to achieve its vision of becoming the world’s leadingzoo-based conservation organisation.Pamela Sutton-Legaud Rachael StanleyExecutive DirectorRelationship ManagerPhone: 03 9340 2718 Phone: 03 9340 2719Email: pslegaud@zoo.org.au Email: rstanley@zoo.org.auPO Box 74, Parkville, Vic, 3052ABN: 96 913 959 053

Zoos Victoria is a not-for-profit conservation organisation.www.zoo.org.au