John Ball Zoo

Animal care-the zoo incurs expenses related to the support in caring for their animal collection. This includes food, veterinary services, animal enrichment, equipment and appropriate staffing.

Zoo operations-the zoo incurs expenses related to the management and maintenance of the buildings, equipment, and zoo and park outdoor spaces. This includes repairs, renovations, exhibit development and exhibit construction.

Education-the zoo offers education programs which include classes, tours, camps, teen programs, scout programs, school programs, family programs, educational exhibit graphics and exhibit interpretation.

Institutional advancement-the zoo incurs costs related to the operation and management of membership sales, events, promotions and rentals.