Special Events Volunteers;
Group, Corporate, Adult and Teen Volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help staff our special and fundraising events at the Zoo. If your business would like a great way to get your employees involved, volunteering at the zoo's fundraising events could be the answer! Students - our month-long Wild Wonderland and Zoo Boo events are a great way to earn your required service hours! Special “scare actor” positions are available during Halloween! Special event volunteers are booked through one main contact at your school or business and volunteers work either the week of the event, or in shifts before, during and after the event. Special event volunteers for Zoo Boo and Wild Wonderland work the entire shift of the event. No long term commitment or experience necessary.

Volunteer Requirements:

• All volunteers must be a minimum of 13 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 must sign a liability form.
• Zoo Boo and Wild Wonderland volunteers must work the entire shift.

Special Event Volunteer Opportunities:

• Zoofari – food festival (corporate and group contacts only)
• WaZoo – beverage festival (volunteers 21 and over only, corporate and group contacts only)
• Wild at Heart – 2 night Valentine’s Dinner
• Karamu – black tie dinner
• Zoo Zoom and Zoo Run Run – 5K runs inside the Zoo
• Golf Tournament
• Zoo Boo – month long, seasonal Halloween event with special “actor” positions available (Teen and Adult volunteers)
• Wild Wonderland - month long, seasonal Holiday event with special “actor” positions available (Teen and Adult volunteers)
• Others as they arise!

Special Event 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 make network and spend time in one of the “top ten” Zoos in the United States

Forms for Special Event 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.