Planned Giving

Cosley Zoo Legacy Society

Leave a Legacy of Inspiration

Inspire future generations to fall in love with animals and care for the natural world—right here in the heart of our community – by making an estate gift to the Cosley Foundation in support of Cosley Zoo.

Ways to Give
Simple and Meaningful Legacy Gifts through the Cosley Foundation (Tax ID 36-3461739)

• Bequest in Your Will or Trust
• Retirement Plan Beneficiary (IRA, 401K)
• Life Insurance Beneficiary
• Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) Beneficiary/Successor Advisor
• Charitable Trust

Why Your Legacy Matters
Your Values. Your Community. Your Lasting Impact.

Cosley Zoo is a place where generations of families connect, explore, and grow together. When you include Cosley Zoo in your estate plans, you help:

• Protect wildlife and their habitats
• Keep the zoo welcoming and accessible to all
• Support hands-on programs that spark conservation values in children
• Sustain the zoo’s mission for generations to come
• A legacy gift to Cosley Zoo reflects your care—for animals, for nature, and for the community that treasures both.

Legacy Society Member Benefits
Recognition. Connection. Joy of Giving.

As a member of the Legacy Society, you’ll enjoy:

• Invitations to special events and behind-the-scenes experiences
• Personalized updates from zoo leadership
• Recognition in zoo communications (with permission)
• The lifelong joy of sustaining a beloved community treasure

“Each time I visit with my granddaughter, we discover something new and create lasting memories together. My gift ensures that future generations of families can experience the same joy and wonder.” — Jennifer Clark, Foundation Board Member

Join the Cosley Zoo Legacy Society
Help care for animals, inspire wonder, and strengthen the bond between people and nature—for generations to come.