San Francisco Zoo

The San Francisco Zoological Society was established in 1954 as a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the support of the San Francisco Zoo. Today the Zoological Society has more than 25,000 members, making it one of the top ten zoological societies in the country. The San Francisco Zoo represents a uniquely successful partnership between the City of San Francisco and the San Francisco Zoological Society. A single management structure integrates all areas of animal care, operations, education and public services. The joint operation is funded through gate admission fees, retail sales, Membership dues, contributions, and direct support from the City. The Zoo is governed under the Recreation and Park Commission and a 60-member Board of Directors governs the ( www.sfzoo.org )