Daily Volunteers;
Group, Corporate, Adult
and Teen Volunteers
GROUPS
Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo welcomes groups of volunteers to assist in one-time
projects around the Zoo grounds. Activities might include planting, weeding,
spreading mulch, painting, and other “Zoo beautification” projects.
Groups may also volunteer at some of the Zoo’s special events. Scout troops,
sororities and fraternities, youth groups and other community groups are accepted
for volunteer work day projects, depending on the group’s
availability and the Zoo’s needs. Projects may be scheduled
for any day of the week, and must consist of a minimum of
four hours work. Volunteers are encouraged to stay and enjoy
the Zoo when the work is done.
Group projects are scheduled at least 30 days in advance.
To request a date and time for your group, fill out our online
application and e-mail
our Volunteer Coordinator or
contact her via phone at (813) 935-8552 ext. 296.
Corporate Volunteer Program
Corporations play a special role by bringing groups of employee
volunteers together, often for specific projects on either
an ongoing, periodic, or one-time basis. These projects
not only provide an invaluable service to the Zoo, but
also afford a wonderful opportunity for employees to spend
quality time together outside the workplace. If your company
would like to become involved at Tampa’s Lowry Park
Zoo, we can tailor a program of activities that is just
right for you and your employees. There are an unlimited
number of possibilities, but the sample programs which
follow offer some ideas to get you going.
Adopt a Project
You can work with Zoo professionals to determine a specific
activity that your corporation can make your own – for
example, a children’s educational program or activity,
the promotion and beautification of a particular animal exhibit,
or providing guides for traveling exhibits – with a
schedule that fits your needs as well as those of the Zoo.
Hold a Corporate Zoo Day
Bring the whole gang together for a one-time “Zoo Beautification.” Enjoy
a fun day of teamwork and camaraderie in a tranquil setting.
Link Your Corporate Donations to Your Community
Service
If you are interested in making a corporation donation to
Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, you may want to consider linking
your funds to your employees’ volunteer service – donating
a specific amount for every hour volunteered.
Group and Corporate Daily Volunteer Requirements:
- All volunteers must be a minimum of 15 years of age.
- All volunteers must be reliable, hard working and possess
strong leadership skills.
- All volunteers must complete an application/emergency
contact sheet.
- All volunteers under 18 years of age must sign a liability
form.
Group and Corporate Daily Volunteer Opportunities:
- Recycling and eco-conservation projects.
- Beautification projects within Zoo grounds.
- Other special projects that we can customize for your
group (based on availability and current Zoo needs).
Group and Corporate Daily Volunteer Benefits:
- An opportunity to become a part of wildlife conservation
and education in your community
- The chance to meet people and share the excitement of
the Zoo
- Monthly Volunteer Newsletter
- Recognition
- An opportunity to network and spend time in one of the “top
ten” Zoos in the United States
Forms for Daily Volunteers:
- Individual
Volunteer Application (PDF)
- Volunteer Group Application (PDF)
If you need additional information or to submit your forms,
please e-mail our
Volunteer Coordinator or contact her via phone
at (813)
935-8552 ext. 296.
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