Planned Giving
The 1933 Legacy Society
Create a Legacy That Lasts for Generations
The 1933 Legacy Society honors individuals who have made a commitment to wildlife conservation through a bequest or other planned gift to the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center.
By including the Zoo in your estate plans, you help ensure that future generations can continue to experience the wonder of wildlife and the power of conservation.
When making or updating your estate plan, please use our legal name:
Friends of the Topeka Zoo
IRS Tax ID: 48-6117369
We invite you to let us know about your gift so we can recognize your generosity and welcome you into the 1933 Legacy Society.
Member Benefits
As a member of the 1933 Legacy Society, you’ll receive exclusive benefits in appreciation of your meaningful commitment:
- Invitations to sneak previews and exhibit openings
- Lifetime membership to the Topeka Zoo
- Annual trip to a neighboring zoo
- Commemorative Legacy Society gift
- Invitation to the annual 1933 Legacy Society Appreciation Breakfast
- Recognition in our newsletter and annual report
- Your name on the 1933 Legacy Society Donor Board
- Acknowledgment at the Zoo’s annual meeting
Important to Know
The 1933 Legacy Society Revocable Gift Form is not a legal obligation and may be updated at any time. All information shared with us is handled confidentially and will never be shared outside of the Zoo.
This site is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide legal, financial, or tax advice. For advice regarding your specific circumstances, please consult your estate planning attorney or financial advisor.
Get Started Today
To learn more or request a copy of the 1933 Legacy Society Revocable Gift Form, please contact:
Cynthia McCarvel at cmccarvel@topekazoo.org.