According to ZooProud Campaign Co-Chairs Diane Brierley, Jennifer Eagle and Don Glendenning,
“Our next big project for the Dallas Zoo is the Simmons Hippo Outpost, scheduled to open in the spring of 2017. This will be the first major animal exhibit to open at the Zoo since the Wilds of Africa premiered in 2010, and brings hippos back to the Zoo for the first time in 15 years. We have had the privilege of serving as the co-chairs of the private fund-raising effort for this project.
“Our ‘one wish’ to finish out 2016 is to sell commemorative bricks for the hippo exhibit. The money raised by the sale of these commemorative bricks will provide the final funding needed for us to bring the hippos back to Dallas.
“Bricks are available in three sizes and price points:
- “12”x12” fieldstone paver – $2,500
- “8”x8” brick – $1,250
- “8”x4” brick – $500
“We think the hippo bricks will make a lasting, meaningful gift for family and friends this holiday season. In addition, donors will be helping the Dallas Zoo complete another outstanding habitat, which will play a significant role in the effort to protect these magnificent animals from extinction.
“To purchase a brick, simply visit the Dallas Zoo’s website at www.DallasZoo.com/Hippos or just contact Dallas Zoo Associate VP of Advancement Karen Hamilton at 469.554.7420.”
-By Diane Brierley, Jennifer Eagle and Don Glendenning, ZooProud Campaign co-chairs
* Graphic provided by Dallas Zoo