2 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 mission: To inspire an appreciation of the natural world through conservation, education and recreation. vision: To be respected internationally and treasured locally for leadership in animal exhibition, conservation practices and education opportunities.

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 3 Dear Zoo Friends, In 2013, Blank Park Zoo made great school programs and field trips to 2013 Board of Directors progress in accomplishing our the Zoo. Also, 350 Iowa teachers Jonathan Wilson | Chairman mission of conservation, education, attended AEA approved workshops Cathy Lacy | First Vice Chair and recreation. to expand their STEM (science, Ray Hansen | Second Vice Chair technology, engineering, math) Jolene Veach | Secretary/Treasurer The Blank Park Zoo Foundation, teaching skills. Matt Fryar | Immediate Past Chair board, staff and volunteers James Fleming | Member-at-Large believe that helping to save the This year, Blank Park Zoo set an Michael Hubbell | Member-at-Large endangered species of the world all-time audience record of 458,907, Lisa Kruidenier | Member-at-Large is not just a part of our mission, with record attendances for Zoo Amanda Rinehart | Member-at-Large but is a responsibility that we Brew and a second best all-time Dean Whitaker | Member-at-large take very seriously. The National record for Night Eyes. This spring Chris Coleman Geographic (October 2013) stated opened the new African exhibit Kaye C Condon it best, “As the wild shrinks, zoos (Jamaa Kwa) featuring black Russell Cross are increasingly being looked to as rhinos, eland, Stanley cranes, kori Rusty Goode modern day arks: the last refuge bustards and spurred tortoises Jim Hagenbucher against a rising tide of extinction.” with indoor heated viewing. Other Pat Henson projects included replacing the Richard W Hoffmann The Zoo has invested over Koi dock with an ADA accessibly James A. Hourigan DDS $100,000 (dollars and in kind) dock for fish feeding, updating Scott Ivers in conservation projects locally, and replacing the barn with Kids Toby Joseph nationally and around the world. Kingdom with a larger visitor Daniel McCabe This effort has grown from a zero friendly facility and adding indoor Lisa Nolan budget five years ago. It is our heated underwater viewing of the Ben Page belief that one small zoo, one seal and sea lion exhibit. Dustin Petersen individual or one small deed can Billie Ray make a difference. With that as our Finally, this fall brought about the Brian Rickert guiding principle, we established opening of a new state of the art Chris Seiberling a Conservation Alliance made up tortoise and penguin exhibit with David Stark of six teams. Each has a specific indoor heated viewing and new Jamie Stephens mission under the conservation entrance exhibit with year-round Julie Stewart umbrella and are composed of staff, viewing of Bactrian camels. Dotty Thurston volunteers and board members. Stephanie Windsor In addition to the implementation None of these successes would be of the Conservation Alliance, the possible without the dedication Directors Emeritus Zoo hosted the International Zoos and support of our staff, volunteers, David Allen and Aquarium: Committing to donors, and corporate partners. Judy Blank Conservation (ZACC) Conference We truly appreciate your Robert Burnett in July that brought over 200 zoo involvement in Iowa’s only Zoo. Gloria Burnett personnel and field researchers Paul Easter to meet and develop partnerships Jo Ghrist to benefit wildlife and wild places Helen Hubbell around the globe. Attendees came Elizabeth Kruidenier* from over 40 different countries. Suzy Muelhaupt Mary Jean Paschen Education programs soared with John Peterson Zoo educators traveling to over 200 Sincerely, Kevin Prust libraries for science and learn-to- Mark Vukovich Terry Rich read programs and engaging over Blank Park Zoo President/CEO Loretta Sieman 51,000 students through on-site Jonathan Wilson Tim Urban Board Chairman David Wallace *deceased 4 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 honors & awards

AZA Reaccreditation Accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums This summer, Blank Park Zoo underwent a thorough (AZA) ensures the highest level of excellence in review that included a detailed accreditation application animal care, exceeding professional standards for as well as a multiple-day on-site inspection by a team of animal welfare and management, veterinary care, experts from around the country to ensure it has and will behavioral enrichment, nutrition and staff training. AZA continue to meet ever-rising standards for animal care, accreditation standards exceed currently established veterinary programs, conservation, education and safety. local, state and federal guidelines. AZA continually monitors accredited organizations and every On September 8, 2013, Blank Park Zoo received accredited zoo and aquarium must go through the offcial reaccreditation by AZA. entire process every five years.

2013 ZACC Conference Host Selection Early this year, Blank Park Zoo was selected to host the Zoo welcomed more than 200 people from all over the international 2013 Zoos and Aquariums Committing to world, which resulted in increased involvement of many Conservation (ZACC) Conference July 8-12, 2013. This zoos and aquariums in support of field conservation – biennial conference provides opportunities for zoo locally, national and internationally. and aquarium personnel and field researchers to meet and develop partnerships that benefit wildlife and wild As host, Blank Park Zoo is showing the important places around the globe. Past hosts include zoos like contributions it has made to conservation with our the Columbus Zoo and Houston Zoo. Blank Park dedicated staff and volunteers.

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 5 new species

Bearded Dragon Red Fox, Penny 2 African Spurred Tortoises

2 Stanley Cranes 4 Common Eland 10 Naked Neck Chickens

2 Eastern Black Rhinoceros, 2 Bactrian Camels, Nicolai Kiano and Ayana 2 Kori Bustards and Tuya

Births, Hatchings, and Acquisitions: 50 Peacock Clownfish Boa Constrictor, Jersey Hooded Pitta 10 Guinea Fowls Chilean Rose Tarantula 6 Chilean Flamingo 3 Mauritius Pink Pigeons 6 Nigerian Dwarf Goats 4 Emperor Scorpions Chicks 8 Speckled Pigeons 4 Bennett’s Wallabies 4 Burrowing Frogs Ostrich Sun Bittern California Sea Lion, Zoey 4 Mexican Tree Frogs 6 Emerald Doves 4 Superb Starlings

We are deeply saddened over the passing of a few of our Gavivi the Daphne the Red the Sea Clarence the RT the Aldabra dear friends African Lion Porcupine Lion Sloth Tortoise

6 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 by the numbers

3,837 people 458,907 fed the ostriches-a lives touched new experience at the Zoo!

34 weddings 97,134 riders 1,119 volunteers took place at the Zoo. set a new train record helped at Night Eyes x OVER 16,000 64,642 miles 576,180 minutes were sold were traveled by of Blank Park Zoo beads education staff to 744 videos were watched at the Jamaa Kwa libraries around the on YouTube Africa retail stand state of Iowa.

47,196 guests DID YOU KNOW? learned a little extra through Deuce the Lion keeper chats, training and eats 7.5 pounds of demonstration shows at the meat a day! Critter Corner

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 7 8 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 significant happenings

Connection to Africa 2013 was BIG as the Zoo opened ‘phase one’ of the largest capital expansion it has seen to date – Jamaa Kwa ‘Connection to’ Africa. This 3.5 acre exhibit features an immersion of African culture, the severely endangered black rhino, eland, kori bustard and spurred tortoise, amongst an aviary, interactive signage and opportunities to feed the ostriches and even play African drums. In addition, Jamaa Kwa Africa features a new retail stand where Zoo guests can assemble a homemade necklace using handmade recycled paper beads from the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservation Trust (CSWCT) project in Uganda while learning about sustainable livelihoods and conservation.

Of all the tremendous new opportunities Jamaa Kwa Africa has to offer Zoo guests, the greatest may be the opportunity to encounter the two eastern black rhinoceros that now call Blank Park Zoo home. The Zoo is honored to include Kiano and Ayana in our Zoo family and we look forward to the opportunities these magnificent creatures present to inspire us all to take greater responsibility for our planet. Kiano and Ayana have spent the year acclimating to their new indoor and outdoor exhibits, and have grown to 3,000 pounds combined!

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 9 A Zoo for All Seasons Opened in September was the Zoo’s new indoor tortoise and penguin exhibit. This new building is home to the Aldabra tortoises and Magellan penguins during the winter months, improving both the visitor and animal experience. The tortoises will enjoy a sand pit, exposure to UV rays year- round for vitamin D, a nursery area, heated floors and indoor water access. The penguins will have access to an indoor pool, allowing them to swim all year-round! The space also features improved ventilation in addition to padded floors, which protects the animals from arthritis and joint pain.

10 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Partnerships and SSP One-of-a-Kind Experience The Zoo has over 2,300 animals in its collection, Also reaching completion in 2013 was the new year- representing over 208 different species. Through round viewing exhibit at the entrance of the Zoo which partnerships at home and abroad, the Zoo works to features two Bactrian camels, Nicolai (male) and Tuya advance the protection of wildlife species and habitats (female). This visitor experience unlike any other at-risk. This includes participating in the Species allows Zoo guests to enjoy viewing the Bactrian camels Survival Plan (SSP) breeding program for endangered year-round all while driving into the Zoo, playing in animals for repopulation into the wild. the playground or enjoying lunch in the park. These domestic Mongolian camels, unique by their two humps, Blank Park Zoo currently participates in seven can endure the extreme temperatures of Iowa’s summer endangered species breeding programs in and winter months. cooperation with other AZA accredited institutions. Animals at Blank Park Zoo that are part of an SSP Blank Park Zoo acquired Nicolai and Tuya through the program include: Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The new camel holding features inside and outside stalls, a heated • Ring-Tailed Lemur rubber floor and a large exhibit yard for them to roam. It • Snow Leopard also has a sand pit for the camels to take dust baths, two • Amur Tiger cement pads for feeding hay and a year-round drinker. • Japanese Macaque • Golden Headed Tamarin Long-term plans for the exhibit include adding a new • Panamanian Golden Frog animal, likely a large bird, in addition to breeding Nicolai • Red Panda and Tuya as part of the Species Survival Plan.

DID YOU KNOW? Thank you to all of our generous donors, members, Perfume is a great enrichment supporters and friends for helping make these exciting changes possible! tool for big cats. Kavacha the Tiger’s favorite is Shania by Shania Twain.

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 11 conservation Conservation remains an essential component of the Zoo’s mission and Blank Park Zoo is fortunate to have staff and partners committed to leaving a lasting impression in the world. $15,185.71 total dollars given in support of conservation projects around the world in 2013 by Blank Park Zoo.

12 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Conservation Alliance Formation Coins for Conservation The Conservation Alliance was formed to organize The Zoo continues to donate 25 cents of every and bolster the Zoo’s commitment to conservation. admission, or $1 of every membership, to conservation Formally known as one large Conservation efforts locally, nationally and internationally through our Committee, several interdepartmental teams were Coins for Conservation program. After stopping by the designed, being made up of both staff and volunteers admission entrance of the Zoo, guests drop a 25 cent to accomplish set goals. The Conservation Alliance is gold coin into the slot of the machine for the program in made up of six smaller teams: which they support. In addition to concentrated efforts onsite, the Zoo also partners with 20 local, national and GREEN TEAM international animal conservation initiatives in support • Work to reduce the impact that the Zoo’s daily of wildlife and habitat conservation. operations have on our environment • Educate and inspire guests to be greater • Alam Sehat Lestari (ASRI) Conservation Project (Borneo) stewards of the Earth • AZA’s Conservation Endowment Fund (CEF) • Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservation Trust PARTNERSHIPS TEAM • Elephant Conservation Through Bee Keeping (Uganda) • Develop criteria, solicit, review and award • Georgia Sea Turtle Center insitu conservation projects • Giraffe Conservation Foundation* • Maintain Blank Park Zoo’s conservation portfolio • Health in Harmony (Indonesia) • Research new projects to incorporate into • Hornbill Research Foundation current and future Zoo projects • International Rhino Foundation* • Iowa DNR Wildlife Diversity Program (Greater Prairie EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING TEAM Chicken Translocation)* • Plan and implement conservation friend-raising • Kinabatangan River Spirit Initiative (Malaysia) and fund-raising events and activities • Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Young Rhino while raising awareness of Blank Park Zoo’s Guardianship Program conservation efforts and efforts supported by • Little Fireface Project (slow loris/Asia) the Zoo’s initiatives • Okapi Conservation Project, John Lukas • Rainforest Rescue REGIONAL CONSERVATION TEAM • Save the Tigers • Develop partnerships with regional zoos and • Seafood Watch conservation organizations to collaborate on • Snow Leopard Trust region-specific wildlife and environmental concerns • Uganda Chimpanzee Ambassadors • WildCRU, Amy Dickman LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM *Coins for Conservation program • Develop partnerships with local conservation organizations • Serve as a leader in taking action in the local community DID YOU KNOW? EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TEAM Every Monday in June, July and • Serve as a “clearinghouse” of information related to conservation August, the Administration Building • Develop messages that effectively communicate the was powered by sunlight. Zoo’s green and conservation efforts to all audiences

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 13 education Education continues to be one of Blank Park Zoo’s most highly held forces to carry out its mission of inspiring an appreciation of the natural world through conservation, education and recreation. It is through each program of educational outreach that Blank Park Zoo serves over 70,000 people throughout Iowa of all ages each year.

From preschool programs to college students preparing for a career in veterinary or marine science, the Zoo’s education department is undeniably a key player in the education of Iowa’s future generations.

14 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 highlights

300 school programs were 313 homeschooled children conducted by education staff and participated in Zoo programming 809 non-school programs designed specifically for homeschool families

2,742 children and adults attended Early Childhood Classes 39,681 miles traveled for at the Zoo 202 library programs

51,173 people reached 10 teacher workshops were through education programs hosted and conducted throughout the year; 5 on-site and 5 off-site

DID YOU KNOW? Since its beginning, the Zoo’s teacher workshop program has educated 1,373 teachers, directly impacting 68,995 Iowa students.

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 15 volunteers Blank Park Zoo volunteers give their time and talents for many reasons, but primary is their love for the institution and a respect for its mission. We, at Blank Park Zoo, treasure our volunteers for their above and beyond commitment and service.

16 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 highlights

A Good Egg Among Many Marie Myers, an outstanding Blank • Volunteers gave their time in Park Zoo volunteer, received the every department of the Zoo, “Good Egg Award” in February this including animal care, events year. Marie put in 198.25 hours in and office administration 2012 and is a master bartender at Zoo Brew and helps out every week • Over 4,800 volunteer shifts in the Administration Building. were filled in 2013, a Marie is a retired Federal Employee 29% increase from 2012 (Secretary) who worked for the Dept of the Army, IRS and the VA Hospital. • Night Eyes volunteers put in 4,326 hours Adopt-a-Garden • gardens were adopted 3 more The Adopt-a-Garden program by volunteers, totaling 7 in 2013 was started in 2012 to give volunteers with a “green thumb” • were logged by 2,187 hours the opportunity to beautify the Zoo! corporate volunteers Volunteers adopt a garden spot and are then given information about Top Corporate Group color schemes and acceptable Volunteers plants. Volunteers design, plant and maintain their gardens throughout • Wells Fargo the year. All adopt-a-garden areas • Nationwide are marked with a yellow sign • Target indicating who their gardeners are. Zoo Crew The Zoo Crew program is a volunteer program for teens 13-17 years old. This summer, 64 teens participated in this program. Zoo Crew volunteers receive hands on experience and learn about different areas of the Zoo. Opportunities include working with Guest Services, Education and Animal Care. During 2013, Zoo Crew volunteers put in over 3,800 hours.

DID YOU KNOW? Blank Park Zoo volunteers put in 22,438 hours in 2013!

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 17 Throughout the year, Blank Park Zoo provides a variety of special events that benefit the community by providing entertainment for kids and adults of all ages. This year over 68,000 people attended these events, made possible through the generous support of community sponsors and our devoted volunteers! Attendance and funds raised broke records in two of the Zoo’s largest events of the year.

18 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 events

Zoo Brew Lions, tigers and beers, oh my! Zoo Brew returned this year with an all-time record in attendance. The Zoo had over 22,000 visitors between the 13 evenings. Each Zoo Brew offered live music, a variety of brews and of course all of our animal friends! We rounded off the summer event with proceeds of $270,000, which would have not been possible without the support all of our guests who attended the midweek event in June, July and August.

Scheduled for every Wednesday in June, July & August 2014

Night Eyes If you don’t think the Zoo can get any sweeter… think again! Night Eyes at Blank Park Zoo has become the sweetest Halloween fun in Central Iowa, and this year’s annual event was more than a success! The Zoo had over 28,500 guests and raised more than $110,000 for Zoo! This tradition allows guests of all ages to visit with magical characters, take rides on the happy haunted train and gather many sweet treats!

Scheduled for October 16-19 & 23-26, 2014

All of the special events at Blank Park Zoo support the many programs and opportunities that are brought to our community by the Zoo and ensure quality care for our many animal friends.

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 19 you can make a difference

The Zoo received over 1,300 gifts, Host an Event totaling $667,407 for operating funds. The Zoo offers a natural, serene escape for special gatherings, and is a great place for private and The Zoo’s membership continues corporate outings and even weddings. Our staff will to flourish with nearly 10,000 assist you in making your day, dinner, meeting or outing spectacular and memorable. households, generating $687,000 for programs and operations. Our Wild Volunteer Your time and talents are valuable! Volunteers are About Animals capital campaign essential to the operation of Blank Park Zoo. Volunteers raised $1,545,000 for the most support special events, animal care, education and service projects. ambitious expansion in Zoo history. Attend a Fundraiser Proceeds from Zoo events support animal care, education programs and conservation efforts. From Zoo Brews to Night Eyes to Zoobilation, we are certain to Purchase a Zoo Membership have an event you will love. There are many ways to Do the Zoo, but the best way is as a member! Blank Park Zoo members live Support the Zoo Today in 71 of Iowa’s 99 counties! Our annual Zoo pass By participating as a corporate sponsor, naming the Zoo allows members to come and go as often as they like. in your estate or making an immediate impact to animal Members receive exclusive discounts including free or care, education and conservation through a gift to the discounted admission to special events, conservation Annual Fund, you can make a difference. Your charitable and education organizations and invitations to special gift helps Blank Park Zoo care for more than 2,300 member-only events. animals, offer education programs to more than 120,000 people and take part in conservation efforts worldwide. Adopt an Animal This is a fun and unique way to support the Zoo’s conservation efforts and create a special bond with one of your favorite Zoo animals. As part of the adoption program you will receive a certificate of adoption, DID YOU KNOW? special photo and fact sheet about your animal and your 158 people adopted a Blank name displayed by the animal exhibit for a whole year. Park Zoo animal in 2013

20 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 BLANK PARK ZOO FOUNDATION profit & loss budget performance FY 11/1/2012 - 10/31/2013

$200,947 TRAIN RIDES $1,734,865 $215,298 CONTRIBUTIONS EDUCATION PROGRAMS

$514,391 RENTAL/OTHER

$586,475 GIFT SHOP $5,329,731 REVENUE

$759,595 MEMBERSHIP $1,318,160 ADMISSIONS

$204,711 $33,758 ANIMAL CARE EDUCATION $260,138 $3,036,509 UTILITIES SALARIES $265,970 FUNDRAISING $270,710 CONCESSIONS & GIFT SHOP

$310,156 REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE $5,286,145 EXPENSES

$904,193 OTHER

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 21 thank you donors

Reflecting on the year shows how far Blank Park Zoo has grown. A look forward shows there is still so much to do. We look forward to working together with our partners and friends for a strong, vibrant 2014.

With deep appreciation, Blank Park Zoo Foundation acknowledges the extraordinary support of all of our donors. Supporters of the Zoo enable us to inspire and entertain visitors, offer quality educational programming and provide the best possible care for our animals. Blank Park Zoo thanks our donors sincerely for making it all possible.

TOP CORPORATE DONORS Lori and Steve Fuqua Matthew and Erin Gillaspie Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company Ray and Stacie Hansen Terry Greenley and Fran Fleck Bankers Trust Pat Henson Aaron and Dawn Gries Belin McCormick PC Elizabeth Kruidenier Duffy Gustafson and Vicki Doud-Gustafson Bob Brown Chevrolet Janice Kupfer Davis Jim and Pam Hagenbucher Bravo Greater Des Moines Dianna Miller Mary and Roger Hansen Community State Bank, N.A. Mary Jean Paschen Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation Dahl’s Foods Marilyn and William F. Vernon Pat Henson DEX Media Lisa Williams William and Ann Herring EMC Insurance Companies Bradley and Rhonda Hiatt WILD ABOUT ANIMALS CAPITAL Heart of America Group CAMPAIGN DONORS Belin McCormick PC Hibu (Yellowbook) November 1, 2012 – October 31, 2013 Bryce and Rachel Hoffman Hy-Vee Prairie Meadows Richard and Linda Hoffmann John Deere Principal Financial Group Nicole Holman and Danielle Mason Meredith Corporation Brad and Sally Austin Jim and Sheila Hourigan MidAmerican Energy Bankers Trust Billy and Michelle Howe Nationwide Insurance Foundation Bravo Greater Des Moines Fred and Charlotte Hubbell Foundation DuPont Pioneer Cole-Belin Education Foundation Michael C. and Deborah S. Hubbell Prairie Meadows Ken and Val Bilbrey HI Foundation, Inc.John and Sally Irving Principal Financial Group Don and Margo Blumenthal Nationwide Insurance Foundation Unity Point Health Ted and Jane Brackett Scott and Nichole Johnson Lori Brees Toby and Becky Joseph TOP MEDIA PARTNERS Katie Broughton Patrick Kean and Mike Wharton Clear Channel Outdoor Bowen and Jan Campbell John and Mary Keck Cumulus Media Scott and Kristin Carlson Andrea Kime Des Moines Radio Group Hal and Avril Chase NCMIC Group Inc. Des Moines Register Kaye C. Condon Korpela Engineering KCCI-TV Patty and Jim Cownie Permanent Endowment Kruidenier Charitable Foundation, Inc. KCWI-TV Russell and Elizabeth Cross Cathy and Steve Lacy Mediacom Patti Davis Marshall and Julie Linn Register Media Joanne Deyoe ITA Group Foundation ALDABRA SOCIETY Liz Dickey Dan and Donna McCabe Myron and Jacqueline Blank DuPont Pioneer William and Dorothy McGinnis Foundation John Stoddard Heidi J. Feltz Brian and Kristen McKibban Bruce Boyle Thomas and Diane Finley John and Renee McPhee Zach and Azure Christensen James and Allison Fleming Meredith Corporation Foundation Dean O. Cooper Estate Matt and Bridget Fryar Edwin T. Meredith Foundation Holmes and Marjorie Foster Michael and Ann Gersie MidAmerican Energy Matt and Bridget Fryar Jo Ghrist Gary Morris and Kathy McKee

22 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Suzy Muelhaupt $20,000-$49,999 Merchants Bonding Company Adam Nardini Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company Honorable and Mrs. Robert D. Ray Jeffrey Obrecht and Becky Parrish Robert and Gloria Burnett University of Iowa Children’s Hospital Olesen Law Firm PLC City of Altoona $1,000-$2,499 Dakota Olson City of Ankeny American Equity Investment Life Ins. Co. Eric and Holly Olson City of Clive Baker Electric Mark and Jill Oman City of Johnston Baker Group Stacey Palmer City of Urbandale Bankers Trust Terry and Gwen Parks City of West Des Moines Don and Margo Blumenthal Mary Jean Paschen City of Windsor Heights Broadlawns Medical Center Dustin and Nicole Petersen Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs Casey’s General Stores Inc. Suku and Mary Radia Nationwide Insurance Foundation James Casler Iowa Health Des Moines R L Maddox Sr. Dr. Roger and Kimberly Ceilley Honorable and Mrs Robert D. Ray Wells Fargo Colleen Chisman Terry and Kim Rich $10,000-$19,999 City of Des Moines Employees Randy and Linda Rogers Kaye C. Condon Andrew Conwell Dan and Kate Rowley Dahl’s Foods Corell Contractor Inc. John Ruan IV and Alison Ruan Gartner Family Foundation Dewey Automotive Group John Ruan Foundation Trust John Deere DuPont Corporate Contributions & Members Ron and Clarice Rubek Meredith Corporation Foundation Joel and Lori Doyle R & R Realty Group Foundation Stan and Dotty Thurston Ernst and Young LLP Chuck and Kathy Safris State of Iowa Community Attraction and Forrest and Associates Inc. Fred and Nancy Scott Tourism Program Marjorie Foster Richard and Cynthia Settle Variety – The Children’s Charity of Iowa Gabus Automotive Group Tim and Anne Shimerdla $5,000-$9,999 Terry and Angela Gallagher Robert and Loretta Sieman Community State Bank, N.A. Jo Ghrist Roger and Shirley Stetson Charitable Trust DuPont Pioneer Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Kenneth and Cathy Talcott Bureau Paul and Sandy Easter Andrew and Teri TeBockhorst Grinnell College Sara Ghrist Penny Thomsen Jim and Pam Hagenbucher Heart of America Management Wendy Thornley John Hancock Michael C. and Deborah S. Hubbell Matthew Trettin and Angela Dethlefs-Trettin Pat Henson Iowa Department of Economic Development Russ and Alana Trimble Holmes Murphy & Associates Inc. Nationwide Insurance Foundation David and Terri Van Den Baard Jim and Shelia Hourigan Noodles and Company Carl and Evelyn Varley Fred and Charlotte Hubbell Foundation Prairie Meadows Dr. Michael J. Versackas and Diane Versackas Helen and James Hubbell Jr. Family Fund Gordon Smith Honorable Thomas and Christie Vilsack Hummel’s Nissan Hobart and Carolyn Walling $2,500-$4,999 ING Foundation Jerry and Margaret Weiner David Allen Iowa Department of Administrative Service Dean and Lisa Whitaker Brad and Sally Austin The Iowa Clinic Lisa Williams Belin McCormick PC Iowa State Bank Murray and Amy Williams Ken and Val Bilbrey Jackson National Jonathan Wilson Blank Children’s Hospital Chuck and Jaina Johnson Connie Wimer and Frank Fogarty Lori Brees Dr. James and Mary Ellen Kimball Stephanie Windsor ChildServe Kenton Klein Sr. Coraville Housing Partners Easter Family Fund John and Penny Krantz Cedar Rapids Housing Partners Fareway Food Stores Jerilou Leeman Evansdale Housing Partners FBL Financial Group Inc. Steve Lewellen Gregory and Stacia Zink Peggy Fisher and Larry Stelter Longenecker Finanical Services James and Allison Fleming ANNUAL FUND DONORS Dan and Donna McCabe Nov. 1, 2012 – Oct. 31, 2013 Matt and Bridget Fryar McGladrey LLP $50,000 and Above Doug and Sheryl Ireland Mercy Children’s Hospital & Clinics Bravo Greater Des Moines Josephs Jewelers MFS Funds City of Des Moines Cathy and Steve Lacy MidAmerican Energy Mediacom Communications Group Cameron Mitchell, Inc.

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 23 Suzy Muelhaupt Raymond and Shirely Michel Ed and Wendy Miranda Neumann Brothers Inc. Dennis Moore Joy Mohr Peoples Trust & Savings Bank Jeffrey Obrecht and Becky Parrish Roy and N Christine Molina Henry G. and Norma A. Peterson Charitable Trust Eric and Holly Olson Gary Morris and Kathy McKee James Piros and Ruth Wright-Piros John Outcelt and Mary Jane Cobb Northern Lights Combined Federal Campaign Principal Financial Group Terry and Gwen Parks Pastorino Insurance Agency Resource Development Consultants Kevin and Debbie Prust Tim and Connie Rock Terry and Kim Rich Quality Service Corporation Mary Rose Richards Familly Foundation Red Door Photo & Design Richard and Carolyn Santi Sehgal Family Foundation Daniel Ricke Lou and Pat Schneider Pat Senkyr Donald C. and Mary Ryckman Dave Stone Shear Madness Haircuts For Kids Fred and Nancy Scott Jeff and Ann West Tim and Anne Shimerdla Shaff-Jayne Charitable Fund Stephanie Windsor Sigler Companies Shive-Hattery Architecture and Engineering $100-$299 Simonson and Associates Architects LLC Lauren Steenhoek Joseph and Heather Adkins Smart Honda The Stelter Company L J Thomas and Charlene Ahlers Speck USA Roger and Shirley Stetson Susan L. Anderson Spectrum Financial Services Barbara J. Thompson John and Cynthia Andrews Stadion Money Management Tim and Toni Urban Anonymous David and Becky Stark Brian and Jolene Veach Cameron and Andrea Baker Stroh Corporation The Vernon Company Chad Ballagh and Christine Gordon Taco John’s of Iowa/CherryBerry Jay D. Vonderhaar Gregg and Leisha Barcus Transamerica Mark and Charlene Vukovich Robert and Nicole Beaman UnityPoint Clinic David Wallace Ryan and Tammy Bickle US Erectors Dean and Lisa Whitaker Nathan Bochmann The Wellmark Foundation John and Kathy Williams Deborah Boharty West Bank Jonathan Wilson Rachel Braak Beth Wilson $500-$999 Ted Brackett Adam Wood American Vintage Hard Tea Jackie Brekke Wayne Woodworth Grace Ambrose Margaret Brennan Sumner and Karen Worth Bank of America J C and Sue Brenton YMCA of Greater Des Moines Bath Fitter Laura Briggs Violet G. Young Charitable Trust Matt and Ellie Bishop James and Nancy Briggs Bert and Michelle Zimmerman Penny Brockelsby Marsha Brittain Brown Winick Attorneys at Law $300-$499 Neil Broderick Matt Busick and Elizabeth Brown-Busick 1800 Flowers – Flowerama Des Moines Frank Brumley Scott and Kristin Carlson Johnny and Nancy Austin Drain and Dena Bueltel Zach and Azure Christensen Clark and Christine Bening John Burnett Davis Brown Koehn Shors and Roberts PC Judy Blank H Kennard Bussard Essex Meadows Inc. Mark Burkhart Adam and Amy Butterfield Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Children’s Eye Clinic PC Lorie Campbell General Mills Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines C Dean and Sandra Carlson Green Giant Veggie Chips De Marco Dental Practice PC Foster Group Norman and Cindy Griese Des Moines Area Community College Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Ted E. and Corinne Hanke Financial Plus Credit Union Barton Solvents Inc. Ray and Stacie Hansen Matt Gillaspie Carter and Charlie Chalupa Jon and Emily Harris John and Erika Hansen Diane Collett Sue Hastings Richard and Linda Hoffmann Glen and Laurel Colton Alexander Hubbell Billy and Michelle Howe Chad and Jolene Comer InnovativEvents Inc. John Irving Connie Comfort Iowa Beverage Systems Lana Jones-Gould and Charlie Schafer Joseph and Margaret Ann Comito Steve Jayne and Karen Shaff Kent and Leslie Jurgensen Megan Cooper Alissa Jourdan Roxanne and Krzysztof Kucharski Kayla Court Robert Maddox III Elizabeth McClure Kathy Cross John and Renee McPhee Jim and Deb Miller Marlys Cross

24 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Russ and Beth Cross Erin Judkins Mary Jean Paschen Brianne Cummins Andrew and Kate Juelfs Don Pearson and Lynne Champion Margaret Cunningham Sam and Lori Kalainov Jacquelyn Phillips-Connett and Jana Page Kirk and Catherine Cunningham Jeff Karnicky and Megan Brown Nikki Parks-Comer Lisa Curry David Kesner Polk County Health Department David Dahlquist and Mary Ann Ubinas Bob and Loral Kirke Steve and Melissa Pope Ann Davenport Melanie and Luke Kirsch Jill Prati Ryan Day and Jenna Gilmer Justin D. Knight Henry and Shelly Putney William Dennis Cody Knutson Dr. Brian Randall and Dr. Mary Kernen Jeff Dier Guy Koenigsberger Mia Randazzo William and Kay Dilks Jonah Kruse Subhika and Sushanth Rao Michael Disbro William Kuhm Kelly Ratcliff DMI Ruff Ryders Michael and Pamela Kulik Theora Reha James and Beverly Dowis Kathryn Lappegard Amanda Reinholdt Drake University Chris and Leigh Anne Larson Beverly Richardson Kevin Drees and Tracey Dolphin-Drees Amy LaRue Brian and Wendy Rickert Alice Drexler Tracy Levine Steve Rowe and Mary Louise Hlavin Donald and Marian Easter Victoria Lewis John and Janis Ruan III Doris Eby Warren and Becky Litchkey Keiko Sampson AJ and Daniel Edge Robert and Judy Luce Karen Sanders Roy and Averyle Ehrle Jim and Pat Luhrs Ellen Schatzke Roland and Jean Farley Barry and Dawn Lull John Schmidt and Deb Wiley John and Suzanne Farrington Mark and Jeanne Lyle Roger Schone Steve and Susan Flack Bill Malcom and Leslie Malcom Carl and Margaret Schwab Robert and Lisa Foss J Locke and Harriet S. Macomber Brian and Patricia Scieszinski Brian and Elizabeth Freeman Robert and Jacqueline Major Chris and Katie Seiberling Freightliner of Des Moines Jade Martinez Charles and Brenda Sereg Nancy Friedman Bill and Gail McCabe Richard and Ruth Shemitis Steven and Lori Fuqua William and Dorothy McGinnis Foundation Elyse Sims James and Kristin Gage Patrick McGovern and Megan Heitzman Anusha Sivakumar Jennifer Garrels Fred and Tracey McIntire Anne Slatterly Julia B. Gentleman Revocable Trust Suzanne McKee Jo Sloan Michael and Ann Gersie Brian and Kristen McKibban Michaela Smith Girl Scout Troop 420 Jolynn McLeod Ron Smith J Paul and Marlene Glahn John and Susan McRoberts Carrie, Jason, Thomas and Bodie Spargo Denise E. Grant Petra McVey Michael and Sallie Spencer Carl Gustafson and Vicki Doud-Gustafson Todd Mendenhall Lawrence and Marilyn Staples Laborers International Union of North America Katie Meredith Jeff Strong #177 Jason and Jessica Merk Kenneth and Cathy Talcott Casey and Emilie Hansen Merrill Axel and Wheel Service Inc. Mike and Madelyn Tetmeyer Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation Donald and Janet Metcalf Russ and Alana Trimble Lisa Hayward Deb Miller Vic and Janet Vandehaar Inabelle Heideman Jim Miller and Elaine Watkins-Miller Tracy Vender Kolk Ruth Henson Ryan Miller and Lynne Campbell Carl and Evelyn Varley Michaela Hixenbaugh Virginia Miller William F. Vernon Jr. Robert Hoehle John and Lori Moore Dr. Michael J. Versackas and Diane Versa Damon and Elizabeth Holland Paula and Gloria Morris Bob and Carole Vipond Dr. William Hornaday Jr. and Ann Greenia Mosaic Midwest Region Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa David and Linda Huesser Caryn Neumann Tom and Sophie Vlassis Shelley Huss North Side Otters Foundation Walnut Street School Larry and Karen Hutzell David Norris Gregory J. Ward Michael Jacoby Cathy O’Brien Jake and Amanda Weaver Indrajit Jhala and Archana Verma Chris and Lori Olsasky Sheila White Scott and Nichole Johnson John and Mary Pappajohn Diana and Sarah Whitmore Shannon and Amy Jones Earl and Liane Parsons Lisa Williams

BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 | 25 George Wilson III and Jean Wilson David and Kelli Deines Joanna Johnson Jacob and Lindsey Wolter Andrew and Christine Denison Melody Johnson WorkSpace Inc. Denise DeSchamp Robin Jolliffe Megan Wright Joanne Deyoe Toby and Becky Joseph David Yepsen and Mary Stuart Liz Dickey Mary Sue Keating Ron Dobson PEO Chapter, HE $99 and Below Vernon and Phyllis Drees Kory and Rachael Kinnick Douglas and Reah Adamson Janet Dunn and Norma Vandenberg Julie Forton-Klahn Ben and Jasmine Ahrens Karen Dyer Amelia Klatt Ken and Amy Akers Joseph Eckhart Robin Kline Dr. M. E. Alberts Christine Eckles Walt and Pat Kreimeyer Caitlin Alden Karen and Steven Eddy Jackie French-Kreuder La Ree Allen Heath Ellison Amanda Kreuder Garth Allen Bennett and Leisa Ely Rudy Kreyer Anonymous Katie Nelsen and Sandy George John and Kathy Krogmeier Paul and Sandra Anthofer Kent and Jody Eubank Gerald and Dorothea Lalonde Stephanie Arndt Richard and Rosemary Fee Jamie Lamb and Jessica Lamb-Van Hemert H Allen Arndt Jacki Souer-Fehrer Paulette Langwith Lisa Ashburn Git N Go Convenience Stores Inc. Max and Carol Larson Keely Baade Heather Foley James and Sandra Lavelle Louis Barmish Denise Franck Adam Lawman Emily Barnhill Matt and Ami Frank John Leachman Michelle Beaty Shelley Frost Jan Ledyard Jolene Beddow Marchelle and Donald Gage Craig and Kay Lemke Bella Salon Walter and Jean Galvin Pam Levine Randy and Denise Benda Harvey Giller and Barb Hirsch-Giller Eileen Loomis Stacy Berry Kathleen Gingerich Brad and Carole Marcsisak Andrew Bjork and Jamie Pearson Jennie Gleason Samuel and Jennifer Marks Herb and Penny Blankers Rusty and Jody Goode Wyatt Marship Denis and Margurite Block Shelley Gooder Patty Marten Holly Bonanno Daniela Graham Scott and Kim Maurer Brenda Bortell Jodie Graham Jean Maurer Bobbretta Brewton Janice Hamlin Rita McCarville Jeff and Trisha Brock Jessica Hansen James and Julie McCulloh Katie Broughton Siobhan Harman Douglas and Julie McKern Craig and Sue Bullis Tucker Harrison Jena Hein Kacia Cain Tiffany Hartzer Jill Meinke Stephanie Callahan Dr. William and Lynn Heggen Jean Melick Katie Carlson Megan Hegwood Pat Melkus Bob Carr Nathan Henry John and Eileen Mercuris Ryan and Meighan Carroll Diana Henson David and Claudia Meyer Peter and Carol Click Dr. and Mrs. Edward Hertko Gary and Cathy Miller Miriam A. Cline Jeannette Hickman Dianna M. Miller Sharon Coates Gary and Kathleen Hoard Ica Miller Stephen and Gwenn Copple Gary and Ann Holck Isaiah and Tiffany Mills Ruth Core Ellen Piece Dave Moeller and Darcy Moeller Arthur and Vicki Cox Doll Distributing Cornelia Montgomery Jeffery and Theresa Croonquist Michael and Marcia Hunter Kori Morrissey Pat Crose Roger and Judith Hyatt Frederick and Theresa Mulhern Pam Cumpson Nancy Iseminger Tom Myers and Amy Jo Reimer-Myers Audrey Daniels and Dylan Walter Philip James Christine Nelson Candy Davey and Joy Davey Douglas Jensen Gary and Karen Nichols Jerri Davis Libby Jensen LT Noah Linda Dawe Al Jergens and Kris Miles Michael and Virginia O’Keefe Dan and Cassie Deatsch Andy and Amy Johnson Jeff and June Olds Scott and Rebeca Decker

26 | BLANK PARK ZOO ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Dakota Olson Don and Anita Westerhaus Richard and Rita Peltz Rodney and Maureen Olson Brian and Shelia Whalen PEO Chapter HE Bob and Mary Anne Rennebohm Leslie Onthank James W and Phyllis Wheeler Sam and Lori Kalainov Sara Otrok Eric and Beth White John and Jean Sample V. and L. Scott Dan Pardock David and Barbara White Skywalk Dental Office Randall Parker Travis Wickersham Norman Stratton Merle and Marcille Suntken Carlin Peer Matthew and Kahla Wier William F. Vernon, Jr. Richard and Rita Peltz Denise Williams Thomas and Sophie Vlassis Dewey Vukovich Steve Person Cheryl Winkelmann Mrs. John R. Ward Jodi Morgan-Peters Melissa Woltz Sheri Watson Diann Peyton Martha Young Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co. David Dahlquist and Mary Ann Ubinas Karla Pfaff GIFTS IN HONOR OR MEMORY Gifts in Memory of Kim Drees Larissa Pray Gift in Honor of Bob and Gloria Burnett Vernon and Phyllis Drees Lathrop and Sallyanne Preston Cornelia Montgomery Dianna Miller Sue Ellen Price Gift in Honor of Karen Halls Gift in Memory of Joan Stotts Graham Jeannette Hickman Bradley and Holly Proctor Darcy Moeller Gift in Memory of Griffin Tory and Angela Rathbun Gift in Honor of Hap RL Maddox Sr. Shane Jones Kenneth and Donna Reams Gift in Honor of Nanny and Papa Hart Gifts in Memory of Don Hilbert Ben and Krista Reis Elizabeth Holland Robert and Susan Carr John and Janice Hanish Karen Renaud In Honor of Andrew and Kristen Hubbell Jean Melick Steve and Gina Rooney Alexander Hubbell David and Claudia Meyer David Russell and Ashley Klunenberg In Honor of Helen Hubbell Tim and Anne Shimerdla Alexander Hubbell Mark and Char Vukovich John and Jean Sample In Honor of Mike Hubbell’s 60th Birthday Gift in Memory of Reed Joseph Hoffman Kevin and Michelle Sanders James and Allison Fleming Bradley and Rhonda Hiatt David and Kristin Schaff In Honor of Elizabeth Kruidenier Gift in Memory of C.G. Kilmer Jessica Schmidt Lisa Kruidenier Wendy Thornley Allen and Tammy Schroeder In Honor of Penny Madsen and John Krantz Gift in Memory of Beverly A. Leonard The Levitt Foundation Jacquelyn Phillips-Connett Richard and Cynthia Settle Gift in Memory of Lois Matteson Audrey Sidey In Honor of Reece F Miller Heidi Miller Deb Miller Tim Sipma In Honor of Ellen Pierce Gift in Memory of Rosina Olson Kent Smith M.C. Hubbell Eric and Holly Olson Olivia and Shawn Smith In Honor of Janell Pittman Gift in Memory of Nola Penland Patricia Bullock-Austin Emily Sorter Ginger Bassett

Brian and Elizabeth Sporrer In Honor of Maria West’s 9th Birthday Gift in Memory of Sandy Hook Children Cullen Stevens Jamie Rutten David Stecher Eric and Beth White Gift in Memory of Sophie, Greatest of Danes Cullen and Megan Stevens Chris and Heidi Wilson Steven Rowe and Mary Hlavin Beverly Ann Stockton Gift in Memory of C. Benjamin Condon Gift in Memory of Richard Vipond (1938-2012) Kaye C. Condon Kayla Stokes Robert Vipond Gift in Memory of Wayne McCracken Natalie Strahl Gifts in Memory of Carol Wilson Martha Young Mary Sue Keating Norman Stratton Gifts in Memory of Jon Crose Patty Marten Lori Strum Allender Butzke Enginners, Inc. Rita McCarville Douglas and Reah Adamson Ica Rose Miller Merle and Marcille Suntken Garth Allen Gary and Judy Svec Amy Williams We make every effort to acknowledge our John Teeple Craig and Susan Bullis donors appropriately. If we have made H Kennard Bussard an error, please contact the Development Brian and Andrea Tisor Pat Crose Office at 515-974-2593 or Emily Vaughn Dianna Miller [email protected] Karen and Steven Eddy Louis Veneziano Richard and Rosemary Fee Gretchen Vigil Dr. William and Lynn Heggen Roger and Judith Hyatt Dewey Vukovich Nancy Iseminger Hobart and Carolyn Walling Kirk and Catherin Cunningham Vera Wanamaker P. and L. Klein Sandra and James Lavelle Mrs. John R. Ward Craig and Kay Lemke Lori Watcher The Levitt Foundation Leslie Onthank Sheri Watson James and Julie McCulloh Jerry and Margaret Weiner Douglas and Julie McKern Rodney and Maureen Olson

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