Ticket Donation Requests

The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium provides thousands of free tickets each year to charitable organizations in and around Kansas City. Requests are evaluated based on need and value to the community. We release a limited number of tickets three times per year.

March 31 
Submit your request by March 1

May 31 
Submit your request by May 1

Aug. 31
Submit your request by August 1

Please note:

  • Completing a request does not guarantee approval, nor the number of tickets requested.
  • Applicants may request additional tickets in the next application period.
  • New applicants will receive priority over organizations that have already received donated tickets in the current year.
  • Additional tickets are available for purchase at a discounted rate.
  • Donation tickets have an expiration date of Dec. 31 of the current year.
  • Applicants will be notified via email within two weeks after the application period closes.

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Fundraising Tickets

Usually included to your organization’s fundraising event, such as an auction. Donation packages include four tickets (a $100 value).

Charitable Group Tickets

Allow members and guests of your 501c (3) organization to enjoy a day at the Zoo.
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