Support the Carousel

Take this opportunity to create magical charm for the children of East Tennessee with a zoo carousel that is located in Kids Cove.

Giving Opportunities

Choose a Chariot
$10,000 will bring the magic of a carousel ride to the zoo's small and physically challenged riders in one of two accessible chariots.

Opt for an Animal
$7,500 will put your favorite animal and your name on the Carousel.
Become a Friend of the Carousel
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Animals and chariots that will be set into motion to a thrilling cacophony of music, lights and mirrors include:

Still Available	Purchased
Camel Chariot Deer Gorilla (2 available) Ostrich Pig White Rhino	Lion Alligator Black Bear (2 of 2) Chariot Cheetah Eagle Elephant (3 of 3) Giraffe (2 of 2) Orange Tiger Princess Horse (3 of 3) Red Panda (2 of 2) Rooster Trojan Horse White Tiger (2) Rabbit Zebra

Knoxville Zoo is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, so your gift is tax-deductible. For more information or to reserve your carousel animal or chariot, please contact Knoxville Zoo's Development office at (865) 637-5331 or e-mail nberger@knoxville-zoo.org.

Become a Friend of the Carousel

The Carousel at Knoxville Zoo has 30 animals, two chariots, sparkling lights, brilliant colors, and memorable music. Many generous supporters of Knoxville Zoo have sponsored over half of the animals and chariots. Here's where you come in -- we are offering an opportunity to support the Carousel at several levels; all contributions are tax-deductible.

Where do you want to ride…opt for an animal ($7,500 payable over two years), choose a chariot ($10,000 payable over two years), or help with the Carousel at the $1,000, $500 or other level?

Animal and Chariot Sponsors receive:

Recognition plaque on your animal/chariot and your name commemorated on gift recognition sign located beside the Carousel
200 free rides and acknowledgement in Wild Wonders magazine

Contributors of $1,000 or more receive:

Acknowledgement as charter member of Friends of the Carousel with your name commemorated on gift recognition sign located beside the Carousel
20 free rides and acknowledgement in Wild Wonders magazine

Contributors of $500 - $999 receive:

10 free rides and acknowledgement in Wild Wonders magazine

Contributors of less than $500 receive:

Acknowledgement in Wild Wonders magazine

Knoxville Zoo is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, so your gift is tax-deductible. For more information, please contact Knoxville Zoo's Development office at (865) 637-5331 or e-mail nberger@knoxville-zoo.org.