Denver Zoo launched an emergency fundraiser for zoos in Ukraine that have been devastated by the country’s brutal, ongoing invasion by Russian forces.
Denver Zoo on Wednesday launched an emergency fundraising drive to raise money for zoos in Ukraine that have been devastated by the country’s brutal, ongoing invasion by Russian forces.
“I’ve seen the reports that many of the zookeepers in Ukraine are sleeping at their zoos to care for their animals, but I’m sure they’re wondering where they’re going to get their next load of hay, vegetables and other supplies,” said Maura Davis, Denver Zoo’s assistant curator of pachyderms, in a press statement.denverzoo.
“We’ve all watched in horror as this crisis has unfolded in Ukraine, and our hearts go out to the Ukrainian people,” said Bert Vescolani, president and CEO of Denver Zoo and a council member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums , in the statement. “Our zoo professional colleagues in Ukraine have inspired us with their courage and dedication as they work to care for the animals, and we must do what we can to support them as a member of the global zoo and wildlife conservation community.
Denver Zoo leaders pledged to work closely with global zoo and aquarium associations to make sure the funds raised go toward the organizations, animals and staff most in need.
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