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2016Annual Report

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The mission of Nashville Zoo is to inspire a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation and leadership.

CONTENTS 2 Year at a Glance 26 Veterinary Animal Care 44 Attendance & Membership 3 Notes from Board Chair & Zoo 28 Ambassador Animal Programs 45 Financial Report President 30 Education 46 Grow Wild 5 Leadership 36 Events & Fundraisers 52 Sunset Safari 6 New in 2016 39 Group Sales & Social Events 54 Donor Society 10 Conservation & Sustainability 40 Community Engagement 56 Cumulative Giving 20 Animal Births & Additions 42 Volunteers, Employees & Interns 64 Photo Credits Year at a Glance 2 | YEAR AT A GLANCE 10,000,000 guests since opening in 1997

894, 161 attendance in 2016

$500,000+ given to conservation this year

186,589 Ambassador Animal presentation attendees

97,000 Soaring Eagle rides

48,500+ Field Trip Students

33, 393 members

1,939 Ambassador Animal presentations

“100” Charity Navigator score Palawan Binturong, photo by: Joel Sartore / National Geographic Photo Ark Notes from Board Chair & Zoo President | 3 DEAR FRIENDS, What an exciting year 2016 was! The Nashville Zoo Republic of Congo with the GRACE Project (Gorilla ground on a new Veterinary Hospital, a new Animal made significant strides in its capital expansion Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Ambassador Building and will expand our parking and improvement plans. In April, we celebrated Center), a gorilla rescue and survival facility. to meet the needs of our growing attendance. the successful completion and opening of the Our new Entry Village won a first place award The Nashville Zoo has many to thank for helping us new Entry Village with a Ticket Sales building, a for Excellence in Construction from the Greater achieve our success. Thank you to the thousands fantastic new Gift Shop, a Membership building, Tennessee Chapter of the Associated Builders of donors who have supported our organization, office space and public restrooms. The complex and Contractors. The Tennessean’s Readers’ to our elected officials who have acknowledged includes waterfalls, stunning landscaping and new Choice Awards recognized the Nashville Zoo as our importance in the community and to the avian exhibits. We reached almost 900,000 visitors the “Best Regional Attraction in the Southeast” as almost 900,000 of you who visited the Zoo in (a record-high attendance) in 2016 and ended the well as being the “Best Place to Take the Kids.” 2016. year in excellent financial health. The Nashville Zoo has come a long way since its relocation to One of our important board goals for We look forward to the coming years and can’t wait Grassmere in 1997 twenty years ago! the organization moving forward is to be to share our continuing progress with you! Please recognized by the Nashville community for our visit often so you can experience the excitement From a board perspective, we are proud of conservation efforts. A new tagline you will see of our 20th Anniversary year at Grassmere as we the outstanding leadership and passion of on Zoo communications is about our Wild Works grow and evolve from our wonderful “city” zoo our executive management team and their program, which states our commitment to global into a world-class one. experienced and dedicated staff. and local conservation through research, habitat The recognition the Zoo has received as a result protection, breeding programs and education of their efforts is both impressive and deserved. initiatives. The Zoo is involved in multiple initiatives Charity Navigator, the “Good Housekeeping seal throughout the world and here at home. You will of approval” for non-profits, gave the Nashville get a glimpse of these projects in the following Zoo a perfect score of 100 based on fiscal pages. The successful efforts of our research responsibility and donor relations. The Zoo is one teams are internationally recognized and serve as of only 49 non-profits in the nation that received an inspiration to us all. a perfect score out of 8,000 non-profits evaluated Looking forward, 2017 promises to be another (no other zoo received this rating). record year for the Nashville Zoo. We will open Julie W. Walker We also received the highest International four new animal exhibits: Mexican Spider Monkey, Board Chair Conservation Award from the AZA (the Association Southern White Rhinoceros, Andean Bear and of Zoos and Aquariums), our accrediting Sumatran Tiger, all of which are endangered or organization, for our work in the Democratic threatened species. In addition, we will break 4 | Notes from Board Chair & Zoo President DEAR FRIENDS, The past year was a hectic one for Nashville Zoo Early this year, we opened our new Entry Village. when they open in 2017. But there’s much more as we managed multiple construction projects Because of increasing annual attendance and the coming! Our plans will take us beyond 2020 as and completed the successful openings of new need for improved guest amenities, we designed, we strive to deliver one of the most unique and attractions and facilities. While construction was constructed and opened what we hope you will exciting zoos in the country. evident throughout the property, behind the think is one of the best zoo entrances in the Thanks to the support of our community and the scenes our team continued to make great strides country. The African-themed entry provides patience they have shown while we continue to in our support of conservation programs around numerous guest amenities while providing the prepare for these new zoo experiences, we’ve the world, researching and learning more each operational support for continued attendance been able to build something special and we day about the world we live in and how we can growth through the coming years. And speaking sincerely hope you will feel it has been worth the improve our impact. of attendance, we were fortunate to reach a new wait. annual attendance record of 894,161 guests. We continued our support of conservation and Our visitors also witnessed the opening of our Thank you to the employees who have worked research programs abroad in places like Peru, new Soaring Eagle Zip Line and over 97,000 riders so diligently to help bring these visions to life. Thailand, Brazil and places closer to home in were brave enough to give it a try. And on behalf of those employees, thank you Tennessee. I am proud to say that in 2016 to the donors, volunteers, local leaders and the Nashville Zoo contributed over $500,000 to As the year unfolded, we overcame construction Nashville community for your continued support conservation programs. This was the largest setbacks, tackled new challenges and continued of Nashville Zoo. We look forward to seeing you monetary support of conservation programs in to prepare for an aggressive unveiling of multiple in 2017! the Zoo’s history. Our efforts were recognized new exhibits in 2017. We worked diligently to with a 2016 International Conservation Award implement new programs that will ultimately from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for provide a better guest experience and continued our involvement with gorilla rehabilitation and to implement new programs that provide the research at the GRACE Center in the Democratic safest environment for our guests and employees.

Republic of Congo. We’ve worked closely with local leaders and These are just a small portion of our team’s wildlife appreciate the strong support of our Board of preservation efforts and conservation research. Directors and donors in helping us achieve the In the next few pages you will read about many growth this organization has experienced over Rick Schwartz of these projects and get a look at the number of the years. Our Grow Wild campaign has raised the Zoo President projects and contributions Nashville Zoo makes funding for our newest and current projects and each year toward conservation efforts. we are excited to share them with the community Leadership | 5 LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Julie W. Walker – Chairman Robin Patton – Immediate Past Chairman Sheryl Rogers – Secretary Kent Kirby – Treasurer Chris Whitson – Legal Counsel Cynthia Arnholt, Kelley Beaman, Kathryn Brown, Neely Coble, Kevin Crumbo, Anne Davis, Laurie Eskind, Jennifer Frist, Carl Haley, John Howard, Sarah Ingram, Jeff Jacobs, Daynise Joseph, David Manning, Alex Marks, Richard McRae, Kimberly Williams Paisley, Brian Smallwood, Butch Spyridon, McArthur VanOsdale

ADVISORY BOARD George Armistead, Lee Beaman, Renée Chevalier, Kelly Crockett Crook, Missy Eason, Rodes Hart, Jim Hunt, Jamie Jones, Art Laffer, Jim Littlejohn, Tom Loventhal, Frank McGrew, Larry Papel, Dick Ragsdale, Charles Sonnenberg, Abby Trotter, Jimmy Webb

ZOO EXECUTIVE TEAM Rick Schwartz – Zoo President Andy Tillman – Chief Operating Officer Reagan Fairbairn – Chief Finance Officer Suzanne Iler – Chief Development Officer

ZOO SENIOR MANAGEMENT Greg Peccie – Director of Animal Operations Joe deGraauw – Avian Curator Dale McGinnity – Ectotherm Curator Jacqueline Menish – Curator of Behavioral Husbandry Dr. Heather Robertson – Director of Veterinary Services Jim Bartoo – Director of Marketing & Public Relations Chad Fifer – Director of Education Jody Goodenow – Director of Human Resources Jeffrie Hunter – Director of Facilities Chris McBride – Director of Information Technology Lori Pace – Director of Membership Services Peter Thompson – Director of Guest Services Kindell Williams – Director of Group Sales & Special Events 6 | New in 2016 ENTRY VILLAGE Due to tremendous growth and record-breaking attendance, animal and culturally-inspired merchandise from major building the Zoo’s new Entry Village was a top priority to national brands as well as fair-trade goods from artisans heighten the guest experience. The new entrance opened around the world. The unique interior design of Zawadi on April 9, and enhances the Zoo’s operations with dedicated Market has also earned retail industry recognition. ticketing and membership buildings, a 4,200 square-foot gift shop, restrooms, first aid, and private nursing rooms. AMENITIES Exquisite attention to detail immerses guests in an African Entry Village includes new public restroom facilities. In the village experience through visual details, the sounds of men’s restroom guests are greeted by two Boelen’s pythons Africa, and the diverse materials used in the construction living in a special animal exhibit. A handicap accessible of the village. family restroom and two private nursing rooms help to accommodate the many families visiting the Zoo. The Zoo’s STRUCTURES security office also calls Entry Village home. A dedicated membership building was designed to accommodate our rapidly growing member base with ENTERING THE ZOO four self-service kiosks and three cashier stations where Guests enter through impressive gates decorated with Member Service Associates process orders and answer dragon wood, following a boardwalk over a landscaped members’ questions. waterfall. Railings, created using more than four miles of rope, line the boardwalk guiding guests past the hyacinth The new ticketing building is intended to handle larger macaw and Stanley crane exhibits and into the Zoo. crowds at a faster pace with six ticket windows, one being handicap accessible. ACCOLADES Entry Village won an award for Excellence in Construction Before entering the Zoo, guests can rent a variety of strollers from the Greater Tennessee Chapter of the Associated and wheelchairs from our new rental building. Builders and Contractors. Zawadi Market Gift Shop offers a variety of emblematic Zoo, | 7 8 |

28 110’ 1170’ mph altitude round trip

SOARING EAGLE ZIP LINE Nashville Zoo’s new family friendly zip line ride took off on March 18 and has shown more than 97,000 riders a new view of the Zoo (and the downtown skyline!). The ride leaves you breathless as you glide through the skies above the Zoo. The Soaring Eagle is the only ride of its kind in Middle Tennessee. Riders are able to view the Zoo’s African Savannah, Historic Home, Festival Field and Gibbon Islands. With the opening of Soaring Eagle, the Zoo launched a new membership add-on, the Unlimited Rides Pass. This benefit offers unlimited rides for a year on the carousel, train and zip line to members who upgrade their membership to include the Unlimited Rides Pass. This new offering has done exceptionally well in its first year with more than 5,100 Unlimited Ride Passes sold to members. New in 2016 | 9 10 |

Nashville Zoo is committed to global and local conservation through research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives.

In 2016, the Zoo introduced the Wild Works Global Conservation program as a way to better communicate and educate the general public about our conservation efforts. Nashville Zoo is actively engaged in conservation projects around the world sending experienced animal care staff to places like Thailand, Haiti, Brazil and Peru to conduct research and field work. At Nashville Zoo, more than a dozen endangered species are successfully bred as part of a nation-wide Species Survival Program. The Zoo’s on-site research projects are revealing new ways to help slow the decline of rare animals like red pandas, giant anteaters, the Haitian galliwasp, hellbenders and clouded leopards. In addition, green initiatives like recycling stations, biodegradable food containers and composting lighten the Zoo’s environmental footprint. When Nashville Zoo can’t be actively involved, many efforts are made through financial support. Conservation | 11 FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS Annually, Nashville Zoo contributes proceeds gained from our supporters to a wide array of incredible efforts organized by other environmental protection programs. This year, the Zoo contributed more money than any previous year in our history. Over $500,000 was given to help fund conservation efforts around the globe. This is over 4% of the Zoo’s annual earnings.

MAJOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN 2016 INCLUDED: Andean Bear Conservation Alliance Lowland Tapir Conservation Initiative Supporting efforts in Brazil Bat Conservation International Minnesota Zoo Foundation Caribbean Wildlife Alliance Supporting tiger conservation Supporting Puerto Rican Crested Toad conservation Proyecto Titi Supporting Cotton-top Tamarin conservation Cheetah Conservation Fund Rainforest Awareness Rescue Clouded Leopard Consortium Education Center Supporting Amazonian manatee conservation Duke Lemur Center Save Vietnam’s Wildlife Supporting pangolin conservation Giant Anteater Project Supporting efforts in Brazil Sia Supporting eagle conservation Giraffe Conservation Foundation Turtle Survival Alliance Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Wildlife Conservation Global Supporting okapi conservation International Rhino Foundation Supporting efforts in Zimbabwe

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Supporting elephant conservation 12 | Conservation INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION AWARD The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the primary accrediting body for top zoos and aquariums in the United States, awarded Nashville Zoo the 2016 International Conservation Award for their work with the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education (GRACE) Center in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) benefiting Grauer’s gorillas. The annual award recognizes exceptional efforts toward regional habitat preservation, species restoration and support of biodiversity in the wild. Nashville Zoo, along with eight other AZA-accredited zoos, received the international award for their collaborative work with the GRACE Center. The GRACE Center is the only facility in the world that provides rescue and rehabilitative care for orphaned Grauer’s gorillas – considered the largest and most endangered great ape. The organization was founded in 2009 by the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International. Located in a remote, forested area of central Africa, the GRACE Center is currently home to 14 orphaned Grauer’s gorillas between the ages of 3 and 15 years old that live together as a surrogate family. Grauer’s gorillas, also known as eastern lowland gorillas, are closely related to mountain gorillas. They are endangered due to widespread poaching, habitat destruction, the rapidly growing human population within their habitat, and civil war and unrest in the region. In the last 20 years, nearly 80 percent of the Grauer’s gorilla population has been wiped out and only 3,800 of these animals remain in the wild today. In August, Nashville Zoo brought local awareness of the GRACE Center by hosting a public presentation featuring GRACE Center’s Executive Director Dr. Sonya Kahlenberg. Nashville Zoo President Rick Schwartz actively serves on the GRACE board of directors and the Zoo has supported GRACE through GRAUER’S financial contributions since 2013. For more information, visit www.gracegorillas.org. GORILLAS Democratic Republic of Congo | 13

CLOUDED LEOPARDS Thailand

CLOUDED LEOPARD COLLABORATION Arguably Nashville Zoo’s signature species, female clouded leopards. Together with Nashville the clouded leopard represents successful Zoo veterinarians Dr. Heather Robertson and conservation initiatives including field research Dr. Margarita Woc Colburn, SCBI research staff, and captive breeding programs. More than Adrienne Crosier, Ph.D., Pierre Comizzoli, D.V.M., 29 cubs have been born in 17 litters since Ph.D., and Diana Koester, Ph.D, were able to add 2009 at Nashville Zoo. In the wild, clouded to their groundbreaking research. leopards are listed as “vulnerable” and are Improving AI success in clouded leopards will protected in most of their native countries allow reproduction of genetically desirable although enforcement in many areas is weak. animals that are unable to naturally produce Since 2000, Nashville Zoo has collaborated with offspring due to behavioral incompatibility or Smithsonian National Zoo and Point Defiance Zoo spatial constraints, such as compatible animals to form the Clouded Leopard Consortium and residing in separate countries. develop breeding programs and field monitoring The Zoo’s three female clouded leopards will projects for clouded leopards in Thailand. contribute crucial data to the study, and any Recently, researchers from the Smithsonian resulting offspring from these AIs, produced Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) partnered using sperm from ideal genetic matches for with the Nashville Zoo’s veterinarians to perform the females, will undoubtedly contribute to the artificial insemination (AI) on three of the Zoo’s genetic health of the overall SSP population. 14 | Conservation FIELDWORK IN SOUTH AMERICA CARING FOR AMAZONIAN MANATEES IN PERU John Garnica, director of the Rainforest Awareness Rescue and Education Center (RAREC), has built a center for wildlife rescue and environmental education in Iquitos, Peru - the largest city in the world not connected by roads. Indiscriminate hunting and pollution have negatively affected many species in the region. RAREC works to rescue, rehabilitate and release animals in need, and educate the community about alternative ways to support their families rather than hunting vulnerable species like the Amazonian manatee. In December 2016, Zoo President Rick Schwartz and Director of Veterinary Services Dr. Heather Robertson traveled to Iquitos to donate time, expertise, and equipment to RAREC and the struggling Quistococha Zoo, which also rescues animals in dire situations. Dr. Robertson was also able to offer veterinary advice and medication to the RAREC team caring for a group of four orphaned manatees. Dr. Robertson and the RAREC biologist trained the team on collecting blood samples and conducting routine physical exams to help better track the manatees’ recovery. With new nutritional regimen recommendations, the four manatees are getting healthier and stronger. Once the four orphaned manatees make a full recovery, RAREC will be releasing them back into the wild. In order to enhance the safety of the manatees, RAREC is collaborating with local villagers to help them understand the importance of these animals and why they should protect them during their reintroduction to the wild. Along with their education initiative, RAREC works to rescue endangered species, such as Amazonian manatees, ocelots, and jaguars, from illegal and abusive situations which requires adequate animal care resources. AMAZONIAN MANATEES Peru | 15

TRACKING ANTEATERS IN THE PANTANAL Nashville Zoo carnivore keeper, Pujita Venkat, was selected as one of the researchers to travel alongside Dr. Arnaud Desbiez, an internationally renowned field researcher from the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland, to conduct field work on giant armadillos and giant anteaters as part of the Giant Armadillo Project. The team is collecting baseline data in the Pantanal, a tropical wetland in Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia. Their two week journey entailed collecting semen samples and fitting giant anteaters with GPS tags to learn more about how they use their environment. The samples will be used in a comparative study with giant armadillos to provide information on their behavior. Little was known about the elusive giant armadillo until Dr. Desbiez began his pioneering research into the species in 2011 with the creation of the Giant Armadillo Project. For the past decade, Dr. Desbiez has led groundbreaking research associated with giant armadillo and giant anteater conservation. Nashville Zoo is home to the largest collection of giant anteaters in North America, which Pujita has worked with over the last three years. “I’ve worked with these animals extensively and have learned everything I can about them in captivity,” says Venkat. “Participating in the Armadillo Project offered the opportunity to learn more about conservation fieldwork of anteaters as well as expand my knowledge of giant armadillos.” Since 2011, Nashville Zoo has been a major supporter of Dr. Desbiez’s field research. The Zoo provided Desbiez with the initial seed money to establish the first long-term ecological study of giant armadillos inthe Brazilian Pantanal wetland as well as other future Brazilian Biomes. The Zoo also helped purchase equipment used to track giant anteaters in the wild. GIANT ANTEATERS Brazil 16 | Conservation ALLIGATOR SNAPPING TURTLES GET HEAD START Nashville Zoo is involved with many conservation projects commitment to be more active in field work and conservation in our own backyard, including working with alligator of this unique species, Nashville Zoo planned, proposed, and snapping turtles. Often confused with the common snapping proudly received a four year, $40,000 grant from the U.S. Fish turtle which thrives in waterways all across Tennessee, the and Wildlife Service and TWRA to develop and lead a Head prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle is most easily Start (collect, hatch, and raise) and Release program distinguished by three large ridges along the back of its shell for North America’s largest freshwater turtle. The Zoo also and its much larger size. This species is known to spend most received a grant from The Barbara J. Mapp Foundation to of its life in water, often underwater for up to 50 minutes at support this program in 2016. a time. Nashville Zoo will collaborate with TWRA biologists and visit Historically, the alligator snapping turtle’s range spanned over areas that are known to have alligator snapping turtles. 14 states from watersheds of the Mississippi River down to Here, the Zoo will collect females and conduct ultrasound waterways that drain into the Gulf of Mexico. During the 1960s procedures to determine if they are developing eggs. Gravid and 70s, wild populations of the alligator snapping turtle females (still carrying their eggs) will be brought back to the were decimated due to commercial harvesting for their meat. Zoo in an isolated area for egg collection. Once the eggs are Current threats include habitat destruction, egg predation laid, the females will be returned back to where they were and low survival of babies as they are food for many species. collected. In May, Ectotherm Curator Dale McGinnity and Females of this species don’t produce large clutches of eggs keeper Katie Gregory were able to collect four females that making recovery from low populations difficult. were of proper size to be carrying eggs. Unfortunately, the turtles had already laid their eggs for the year. While our team The TN Wildlife Action Plan identifies the alligator snapping was unsuccessful, we learned new data about the timing of egg turtle as a species of greatest conservation need. This species deposition in West Tennessee and will modify our collection is also listed as “In Need of Management” by the Tennessee dates next year. Wildlife Resource Agency (TWRA) and is considered imperiled by Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Although the species is now protected from commercial harvesting, damage to populations is extensive. With a

ALLIGATOR SNAPPING TURTLES Tennessee Conservation | 17 LOGGERHEAD SHRIKE LOGGERHEAD RESEARCH & FIELDWORK SHRIKE In 2016, the Nashville Zoo’s Avian Department continued its success with several Tennessee keynote species, in situ field work, collaborative conservation efforts and presentations of husbandry techniques to colleagues at conferences and workshops. The Loggerhead Shrike field work continued throughout the year in Robertson County, TN where staff performed point counts for this rarely seen songbird. Between 1966 and 2015, the species declined by almost 3% per year, resulting in a cumulative decline of 76%, according to the North American Breeding Bird Survey. The Zoo worked closely with the Southeastern Loggerhead Shrike Working Group and Wildlife Preservation Canada (WPC) on habitat and sustainability efforts. In December, WPC sent four captive shrikes to the Nashville Zoo for a migration urge study. This is a first for this species and will begin in 2017.

CASSOWARY INTRODUCTIONS The Nashville Zoo bird department anxiously anticipated and planned the introduction of our adult female and male Double Wattled Cassowaries. As breeding season approached, Zoo staff extensively observed the birds’ interactions to determine whether or not the pair was mature enough to breed. After weeks of observation, the team decided the birds were ready to meet and began supervised introductions. Once the pair became comfortable with each other, the adjoining gates between a shared fence line were opened in hopes that they would mate. Excitingly, the birds showed great compatibility by grooming each other, taking naps DOUBLE near each other and foraging for food together. Three eggs were laid in May 2016, but the eggs were not viable. The pair will be re-introduced during the next breeding WATTLED season in hopes for viable eggs. Very few zoos are capable of breeding cassowaries, so CASSOWARY if Nashville Zoo is able to successfully breed our birds it would have a huge impact on the future of the species. 18 | Conservation SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES The Nashville Zoo Green Team is an internal committee comprised of representatives from each department within the Zoo and is committed to researching, implementing and educating our employees and the general public on sustainability practices. The team meets routinely throughout the year and has a presence at many zoo events and community events. In 2016, Nashville Zoo joined the Tennessee Environmental Council Forum to participate in programs and increase awareness about initiatives that directly impact Tennessee’s environment, community, and public health. STORM WATER RUNOFF GRANT The Zoo worked on a 319 grant that improved storm water runoff from a 110 acre industrial park by utilizing approximately 6 acres on a site that was previously comprised of an exotic invasive plant. Invasive plants were removed and flow control berms were added along with flow control devices. A native prairie was planted in this area as this was a common habitat type where the Zoo is located in the Nashville Basin. This habitat started disappearing around 1800 when the last bison and elk were killed by European settlers as these animals maintained the habitat. By 1820, the native prairies were already starting to be overgrown by trees and beginning to disappear. The native grasses and wildflowers are dense and have deep roots which allow for the filtration and infiltration of large quantities of storm water runoff. We tentatively plan to use bison and other indigenous species to help maintain the prairie and use the site as an educational tool to teach visitors about historic native habitats, storm water pollution prevention and declining native pollinators. The stream where the polluted storm water was entering has already improved dramatically by going from a stream bed that was previously composed entirely of silt from bank to bank, to a stream bed that is now composed of gravel and rocks. This habitat change means that the stream can support aquatic macroinvertebrates which are the beginning of the food web in streams and will allow for increasing biodiversity. PARTNERSHIPS 50K TREE DAY TREE EDUCATION Continuing to support efforts by the Tennessee Environmental Council Nashville Zoo and The Nature Conservancy launched “If Trees Could (TEC), the Zoo is a proud partner of this annual event, encouraging Tennessee Sing”- an innovative tree education program at the Zoo. Colorful tree signs residents to plant trees throughout our communities and replenish the were installed at Nashville Zoo, to not only identify the trees, but also include natural landscape. The Zoo provided one of many distribution points a photograph of a well-known music artist (like Reba McEntire) who has throughout 93 counties where residents were offered free seedlings and filmed a short conversational video about that kind of tree and its benefits for instructions on proper planting, with the ultimate goal of introducing over people. A scannable QR code on each sign takes visitors to the educational 50,000 new trees to Tennessee. video on the Web. Conservation | 19

2ND ANNUAL WEED WRANGLE In March, the Zoo held its 2nd annual Weed Wrangle, a one-day, citywide, volunteer effort to help rescue our public parks and green spaces from invasive species through hands- on removal of especially harmful trees, vines and flowering plants, like bush honey suckle and Chinese privet. This invasive vegetation has negatively impacted the ecosystem, causing a decline in native plants along with the animals that rely on them. Supervised by our Zoo conservation experts in horticulture and animal management, volunteers learned, practiced, and began a habit of maintaining an area free of invasive plants and encouraged replanting with natives in removal areas.

GREEN SWEEPS Twice in 2016, Zoo employees and volunteers took to the streets – and the sidewalks, Zoo paths, and behind-the-scenes areas – to spruce up the Zoo and its surrounding neighborhood. Our Green Sweep teams spent the day removing trash that had built up in the surrounding tree-lines, woods and along our neighboring communities. Residents around the Zoo were thrilled to see our continued commitment to keep the neighborhood clean. Recyclable products were separated and sent to their proper disposal. In the end, the Zoo team was able to remove hundreds of pounds of trash and some other interesting items that had been left behind.

REDUCING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT In 2016, through the actions of the Green Team, the Zoo installed new water fountain units with bottle refilling stations and reduced the number of plastic water bottles by over 14,000 units. In addition, new waste reduction and recycling programs were initiated in partnership with Waste Management of Nashville. The zoo continues to replace outdated lighting with energy efficient LED systems and Energy Star rated HVAC equipment that will further reduce our overall carbon footprint. 20 |

ANIMAL BIRTHS & ADDITIONS RED RUFFED LEMUR TRIPLETS In May, the Zoo announced the birth of three red ruffed lemurs. The male and two females are the first lemurs to be born at Nashville Zoo since the Zoo moved to the Grassmere property in 1996. With the addition of the three babies, the Zoo is now home to five red ruffed lemurs. This was the first breeding season first-time mom, Lyra, and her mate, Dino, have been together. Lyra did a wonderful job with her babies, staying with them in the off-exhibit nest and constantly nursing and cleaning. Red ruffed lemurs are one of more than 100 species of lemurs on the island of Madagascar and are considered critically endangered in the wild. Populations are decreasing in the wild due to habitat loss, illegal hunting and pet trade. These births are important in continuing the growth of the captive population so future generations will be able to learn about these primates. Animal Births & Additions | 21 MALE BAIRD’S TAPIR BORN IN AUGUST On August 28th, the Zoo announced the birth of a male Baird’s tapir. This is the first birth for mom JuJu and her mate. The animal care team had been closely observing the first-time mom for several weeks as she prepared to welcome her first baby. New camera systems were installed in the tapir birthing stall so vet staff and keepers could monitor JuJu’s progress as her due date got closer. “These cameras can be accessed from cell phones at any time,” said Eric Reinsch, hoofstock supervisor. “Keepers were assigned camera checks during overnight hours so we would know as soon as labor started. There was round-the-clock monitoring to ensure a safe and smooth delivery.”

17TH GIANT ANTEATER BORN SINCE 2000 The male giant anteater, Demetrio, was born on April 6 and is currently being raised by his mother in our off-exhibit facility. This is the second pup for this mother and the 17th successful giant anteater birth at Nashville Zoo since we acquired this species in 2000. There are a total of 111 in AZA zoos. Giant anteaters are listed as vulnerable on the ICUN Red List with the population declining 30% over the past 10 years due to habitat loss and deaths by fire and vehicular traffic. Nashville Zoo has had great success breeding these animals and is involved in numerous projects that include monitoring reproductive status in female giant anteaters by fecal hormone analysis, performing ultra-sonographic exams to monitor fetal development, and undertaking intensive diet studies. Nashville Zoo is currently writing AZA’s husbandry manual for this species. 22 | Animal Births & Additions SIX PALAWAN BINTURONGS BORN Nashville Zoo had three litters of Palawan binturongs in 2016. Born in March, the first litter was comprised of two females. One of the sisters moved to Columbus Zoo, while the other, named Willow, is now a member of our Ambassador Animal program with her cousin, Wilbur. Over the summer, two more litters were born with a total of four kits - three males and one female. All four kits moved to new permanent homes at Pittsburgh Zoo, Bronx Zoo and Columbus Zoo. The Palawan binturong is a smaller subspecies of binturong (also known as bearcat) only reaching around 40 pounds. They are classified as vulnerable due to destruction of habitat and pet trade. Nashville Zoo is the only AZA accredited zoo breeding this species, and we now have a total of six Palawan binturongs in our collection.

SIX GREAT BLUE TURACOS BORN Nashville Zoo also hatched six surviving Great blue turacos; bringing our total to 14 surviving chicks. Great blue turaco chicks have a low survival rate, which makes each of these hatchings significant to the captive population. Through research and observation, the Zoo’s avian team has developed a shared care technique that has increased the survival rate of chicks. Thanks to an accessible nest, staff can monitor the chick’s health daily, supplementing food or administering medications as needed, while the chick remains with and can be raised by the parent. While most of our turacos live in off-exhibit areas, the Zoo’s Aviary is home to a one-year-old juvenile turaco who is very curious of his new surroundings and enjoys greeting guests as they enter the aviary. Animal Births & Additions | 23 FIRST WHITE CHEEKED GIBBON BIRTH The Zoo was pleased to announce the birth of a male white-cheeked gibbon on June 5. This is the first white-cheeked gibbon to be born at Nashville Zoo since adding the species to the animal collection in 2003. First time mom, Singwah, and baby are doing well. Through training, Singwah enabled us to monitor her pregnancy through ultrasound. Once the baby was born, she eagerly showed us the infant and has allowed keepers to examine the young gibbon as needed. The Zoo continues to receive outstanding support from the medical community. The Children’s Hospital at Tri-Star Centennial provided a neonatal incubator in case needed. White-cheeked gibbons are not monkeys, but are considered lesser apes due in part to their lack of a tail and ability to walk bipedally on their back legs. They are considered critically endangered in their native lands of Southeast Asia. Populations are decreasing in the wild due to habitat loss, illegal pet trade and the palm oil crisis.

FOUR RARE GALLIWASPS BORN Four Central American Giant Galliwasps were born in August, marking the first hatching in over 10 years at the Zoo. Nashville Zoo is the only zoo in the United States to have successfully bred this rare species. Our female galliwasp made a nest chamber underground to coil around her four eggs, instinctually protecting them from predators. She did not emerge from the chamber for food or water for more than two months. If the nesting chamber is disturbed in any way, the female will destroy the eggs to prevent predators from getting them. “This makes checking on the condition of the eggs extremely challenging,” said Herpetology keeper Matt Martino. “Because we couldn’t risk checking on the female or the eggs, we patiently watched for any signs of life.” This species is rarely seen in the wild and extremely uncommon in zoo collections. The Zoo’s herpetology team is continually learning and researching the best husbandry and breeding practices to increase zoo populations and are working towards conservation initiatives for several galliwasp species facing extinction in the wild. 24 | Animal Births & Additions ENDANGERED YELLOW-BLOTCHED MAP TURTLES HATCH In 2016, the Zoo announced the hatching of four endangered yellow-blotched map turtles. This hatching ranks Nashville Zoo as the third AZA institution to ever successfully breed these turtles. During the breeding of this rare species, the Zoo’s Herpetology team was able to decide what sex the hatchlings would be by monitoring the temperatures during the 80-85 day incubation period. Incubating at cooler temperatures typically hatches males and incubating at warmer temperatures hatches more females. Yellow-blotched map turtles are found exclusively in the Pascagoula River and its tributaries in southern Mississippi. This species was listed as federally threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in 1991 as well as endangered by the State of Mississippi. Nashville Zoo participates in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan for yellow-blotched map turtles to increase the captive population as well as raise awareness for this rare and endangered turtle.

22 LORIKEET CHICKS BORN INTO ZOO’S FLOCK In 2016, the Lorikeet Landing flock produced 22 chicks, including rare Perfect and Blue-headed lorikeets. With the addition of these chicks, Lorikeet Landing is now home to nearly 80 lorikeets. In November, Lorikeet Landing opened a new nursery to house some of their chicks. Guests can now get a glimpse at our staff’s aviculture skills by peeking in the window of the nursery as they exit the interactive exhibit. Animal Births & Additions | 25 13TH RHINOCEROS HORNBILL BORN The avian team hatched its 13th Rhinoceros Hornbill. Rhinoceros Hornbills are cavity nesters, meaning the female hornbill will lay her eggs inside a hollowed out tree. At the Zoo, hornbill breeding is encouraged by offering a large wooden barrel on a raised platform to simulate a hollow tree trunk. The barrel is modified with a small access door and a mounted infrared camera so that keepers can determine when eggs are laid and for monitoring the growth of the healthy chicks. The Rhinoceros Hornbill faces many challenges which pose serious threats to the species. Along with the global issue of deforestation resulting in a loss of habitat, these birds are hunted as food, and ornaments are made out of their casques and feathers. Nashville Zoo participates in the Rhinoceros Hornbill Species Survival Plan (SSP) and over the last decade has become the most prolific producer of Rhinoceros Hornbills in the U.S.

NEW AT THE ZOO: TWO-TOED SLOTHS The Zoo added two-toed sloths to its animal collection. Guests can see the mother, Edith, and her son, Emmett, in the Aviary inside Unseen New World. The temperature and humidity requirements for this species makes them a perfect fit in the Aviary, which also offers a naturalistic canopy and vine thoroughfare where visitors can easily observe the sloths. They represent a mammal species in the aviary that already supports over 20 birds and reptiles. Two- toed sloths are known as the world’s slowest mammal and spend most of their lives in the treetops of Central and South America. While all sloths have three claws on their hind limbs, two- toed sloths are distinguished by the number of fingers on their hands. Their elongated limbs, long claws and reinforced lumbar vertebrae are adaptations making the upside-down hanging lifestyle easy for this species. 26 | Veterinary Animal Care VETERINARY ANIMAL CARE STUDYING LORIKEET DRUG DOSAGE Over the last two years, Dr. Heather Robertson and the veterinary team worked with Dr. Steven Stodghill, an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Science at Belmont University, and a select group of graduate students to discover the exact dosage of Ponazuril that would be best for fighting Sarcocystosis, a seasonal parasitic disease spread by opossums. Testing was conducted on 24 of the Zoo’s lorikeets, including three species of rainbow lorikeets. After one oral dose, the level of the drug in the blood was monitored by taking daily samples from the birds over several weeks. After the results of the study are in, they will be included in the Exotic Animal Drug Formulary, where the information will be available to other zoos housing these colorful, popular birds around the world.

FORT CAMPBELL VETERINARY COLLABORATION When the Baghdad Zoo was taken over during the Iraq War, U.S. soldiers were among the first to rehabilitate, feed and care for the surviving animals. Army veterinarians from Fort Campbell’s Veterinary Services Division are now training once a week with the Zoo’s animal care staff to learn more about exotic animal medicine and husbandry. Since the program’s inception, participants have assisted in surgery, participated in anesthesia and worked with our carnivore, hoofstock, avian and reptile teams. Nashville Zoo’s staff has also benefited from the partnership, as one of the Ft. Campbell veterinarians is a board-certified surgeon, with a focus on orthopedics, and has assisted during some of the Zoo’s recent surgical cases.

VET TEAM PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS Margarita Woc Colburn, DVM presented at PAX TAG at the Omaha conference on histopathological and nutritional evaluation of free-ranging tamanduas, and presented at the first BIAZA Xenarthra Conference in London on the medical challenges facing the giant anteater and tamandua, as well as on the body condition scoring of giant anteaters and tamanduas. She was also accepted to be a member of the Animal Health Committee for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Heather Robertson, DVM presented the carnivore hand-rearing class for AAZK in Memphis. Sandy Skeba, LVMT had two chapters published in the “Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician” textbook on “The Role of a Veterinary Technician Within a Zoo” and “Fish Medicine.” Veterinary Animal Care | 27

FISH SURGERY In the fall, keepers noticed a growth under the jaw of one of the oldest fish in the River Tanks of Unseen New World. This black arowana has been in the collection for over 16 years in perfect health. So when the mass continued to grow, it was decided that surgical intervention was necessary. Arowana are armor-plated, muscular fish known for their jumping ability, so keepers carefully trained her to accept being cradled in a net without becoming stressed. It took several weeks of training and acclimating her to the net so when the day of surgery arrived, she was calm and cooperative. After being immersed in an anesthetic solution, the tumor was quickly and carefully removed and she was back to swimming in her tank in no time. The black arowana has made a full recovery and appears to be doing very well.

KANGAROO CHIROPRACTOR It takes a village to care for a collection housing over 2,500 different animals. Nashville Zoo’s veterinarian team has partners within the community that offer additional specialty medical services for special cases. Ima, the red kangaroo, has lower spinal and hip issues from old injuries. Keepers noticed she was slowing down and decided to contact Dr. Bryan Pascoe and therapist Steve Whitehead of Belle Meade Chiropractic, who have volunteered to help other animals in the past. After treating her with laser therapy for several weeks, the Zoo’s vet team decided to do a spinal adjustment to enhance healing. Ima was lightly sedated to keep her relaxed and calm during the adjustment. After a smooth chiropractic appointment, she is now hopping better than before. 28 |

AMBASSADOR ANIMAL PROGRAMS 62,167 Nashville Zoo’s Behavioral Husbandry department promotes the discovery of animals and conservation to Zoo guests and the Middle Animal Show Tennessee community through a variety of interactive educational programs featuring the Zoo’s ambassador animals. Whether it’s attendees a show at the Zoo’s amphitheater or a classroom presentation to elementary schoolers, personable and knowledgeable keepers entertain and educate audiences of all sizes.

ANIMAL SHOWS Our wild animal shows returned in 2016 after a year of absence due to construction. The Zoo’s Behavioral Husbandry department 276 presented two shows, “Destination Wild” and “Wingin’ It” which highlighted different species from around the world. Animal Shows Flying predators, rain forest seed dispersers, tree dwellers and small mammals delighted visitors during these daily shows. As birds soared over our guests’ heads, keepers shared educational information about these animals and related conservation efforts. Ambassador Animal Programs | 29 ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS Guests are able to meet animals up-close along the Zoo trails with 92,341 daily Animal Encounters. Behavioral Husbandry keepers bring Animal Encounter out different animals throughout the day to share information attendees and answer guests’ questions. For the first time, guests strolling the Zoo’s pathways witnessed macaw flights taking place overhead. Keepers trained these magnicficent birds to fly over an eighth of a mile along the Zoo’s 934 pathways twice a day, ending with a special keeper talk where Animal guests could learn more about the macaws. Encounters

BACKSTAGE PASS In 2016, the Zoo added the new “Backstage Pass” experience 1,391 giving visitors the opportunity to take a private tour behind-the- Backstage Pass scenes. participants The tour showcased three areas: our off-exhibit giant anteater collection, which is the largest collection of giant anteaters in North America, our commissary where animal diet and nutrition needs are fulfilled daily, and a behind-the-scenes look 300+ at our state-of-the-art giraffe barn. The tour concludes with an Backstage Pass opportunity for guests to feed our giraffe herd! tours

WILDLIFE ON WHEELS Nashville Zoo also provides outreach programs to 300+ 19,836 organizations and groups throughout the year. These programs Wildlife on Wheels enable the Zoo to bring our educational message into the participants community accompanied by one or more of our special animals. Thanks to a $15,000 grant in 2016, the Zoo provided programs free of charge to under-served groups. A $5,000 grant allowed a new conservation program to be created. It was piloted in 2016 318 and was well-received by multiple age groups. Wildlife on Wheels programs 30 |

1,825 ONSITE EDUCATION PROGRAMS Zoo Tots Nashville Zoo began restructuring its education programs in 2015 to offer a more participants diverse array of programming to students of all ages. After expanding our camp program to include seven new camps (including a conservation camp for teens) and expanding enrollment by 150 new campers, Nashville Scene 888 readers voted our Summer Camp as Best of Nashville for the second straight year. Overnight The attendance at our Night Owl overnight programs and Saturday Scout programs Campers also increased from 2015. In 2016, overnight groups had the opportunity to spend the night in Unseen New World, inches away from the Zoo’s amphibian, reptile and fish collection - bringing conservation to life. Other onsite programs offered in 2016 included the popular Zoo Tots series, photography 692 classes and more exciting learning opportunities and events. Summer Campers Onsite Education Programs | 31

FALL VETERINARY CAMP CELEBRATE READING This camp provides teens ages 15-18 an inside look at animal care and the In November, the Zoo held its 2nd annual Celebrate Reading event where level of commitment to animal welfare that is provided daily at Nashville Zoo. guests followed a story map to hear different childrens’ books read at various The program gives students interested in a potential career in animal care stops around the Zoo. During the event, the Zoo collected over 300 books on an up-close look at what a typical day looks like in the veterinarian world and behalf of Book ‘Em, a Nashville non-profit providing books to economically- alllows students to ask our vet team any questions they may have. disadvantaged children from birth to high school.

PARTY FOR THE PLANET TEDDY BEAR CLINIC In April, the Zoo joined others from around the world to celebrate Earth Day In February, children were invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal friend with our annual “Party for the Planet” - a celebration designed to educate kids to the Zoo’s first Teddy Bear Clinic. More than 260 guests interacted with our and adults on sustainability practices and human impact on the environment. talented staff and docents to learn more about how we care for the Zoo’s Local schools and Zoo guests participated in activities teaching them how our animals. The vet team was “on call” to perform routine checkups and give out daily actions effect our environment and how we can make positive changes certificates of “Beary Good Health.” to keep our planet healthy. 32 |

67,218 FIELD TRIPS & SCHOOL PROGRAMS School-Related In 2016, the participation in our education programs significantly school increased from two to eight programs during the fall Visitors increased for a second straight year, introducing more students semester, allowing our staff to tailor programs to each grade level to our organization’s initiatives and fostering their understanding and align them with state education standards. of animals and conservation efforts around the globe. In addition to offering assistance with an education curriculum tied to some of the Zoo’s initiatives, students at the middle school FIELD TRIPS 48,576 participated in the Zoo’s first Earth Day celebration and the Zoo Field Trip Over 48,000 students visited on field trips in 2016, a 27% increase hosted an evening for students to showcase projects to friends Students from 2015. For the first time in program history, more than 7,000 and family. students participated in our Wild Encounter programs (a 35% increase from 2015), which give students a closer look at specific HOMESCHOOL DAYS animals through a formal presentation. Homeschool Days are a series of educational programs for home school students to teach them about the importance of 12,892 CROFT DESIGN CENTER PARTNERSHIP conservation by exploring the world around them. Title 1 Youth Our partnership with Croft Design Center (Middle School) continued Visitors its growth from the 2015 season. Outreach programming to the | 33

GRASSMERE HISTORIC HOME The Grassmere Historic Home remains a unique opportunity for guests of the Nashville Zoo. The home was built by Col. Michael C. Dunn and was completed 39,000 around 1810, making it the third oldest residence in Davidson County that is Guests toured open to the public. Thanks to sisters Margaret and Elise Croft, the property the home and buildings were preserved to educate Nashvillians about animals and the environment. After changes to the tour program and additional opportunities for guests to tour the home, nearly 42,000 guests toured the Croft House in 2016, a significant increase from 23,000 in 2015. During the holidays, the home offers a seasonal look at this historic property and 1,812 during Halloween, the barn and back of the property were transformed into a Boo at the Zoo haunted experience for “Boo at the Zoo” visitors. Tour Guests The Historic Home garden is maintained by The Master Gardeners of Davidson County and has won international awards in the past. 34 | ONSITE INTERPRETATION Our education programming extends beyond camp programs and school activities to include a combination of our animal experts, teen volunteers and extensively trained docent team. Docents and ZooTeens provide animal chats, answer questions from Zoo guests and provide background information on our species and conservation initiatives. These learning experiences are provided daily through peak season to all of our daily Zoo guests and can cover topics ranging from animal nutrition, behaviors, our impact on their environment and more. Each year, Nashville Zoo tracks the number of guests who have stopped at some point during their visit to view or ask questions at one of these educational encounters. For the third straight year, we have successfully increased the number of guests who have encountered these educational talks. All of our interpretive programs reached nearly 200,000 total guests in 2016. | 35

DOCENTS Docents help educate Zoo guests using 102,863 7,746 animal artifacts at exhibits, assisting the Docent-Guest Docent Education department with programs and interactions volunteer hours special events, and participating in off-site events throughout Nashville.

ZOO TEENS The ZooTeen Program is for young adults 48,796 2,608 aged 13 to high school seniors passionate ZooTeen-Guest ZooTeen about animals and the environment. interactions volunteer hours ZooTeen hours increased dramatically, from an average volunteered time of 42 hours per teen to 78 hours per teen, increasing their availability on zoo grounds to interact with the public. 36 | Public Events & Fundraisers PUBLIC EVENTS Each year the Zoo hosts multiple events for all age groups. In 2016, we continued our ongoing trend of increased attendance over previous years.

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HERITAGE MUSIC FESTIVAL ICE DAY Our inaugural Heritage Music Festival was held in September and despite Water slides, frozen treats and ice carvings make this annual mid-summer a day-long rain downpour, close to 300 guests attended. The new music event popular with our guests. Plus, guests enjoy watching animals enjoy an festival honors the Zoo’s history and the life of the Croft sisters on the icy treat as part of the animals’ daily enrichment. Grassmere Historic Home’s lawn.

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ZOOVIE NIGHTS ZZZOOFARI SLUMBER This outdoor movie series includes games, inflatables, music, crafts and A unique campout experience taking place on Memorial and Labor Day after-hour access to the carousel and zip line! At sundown, families settle in weekends each year, gives kids the chance to sleep a short distance away for the night’s feature film. from snoozing animals! Public Events & Fundraisers | 37 FUNDRAISERS In 2016, the Zoo raised over $2,000,000 in fundraisers, group events and public events. BREW AT THE ZOO The Zoo’s annual beer festival was voted “Best Beer Event” of 2016 by Nashville Scene readers. Despite a rainy night, attendance increased 9% over the previous year and the Conservation Lounge raised $10,000 for Save Vietnam’s Wildlife.

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ZOO RUN RUN RED, WHITE & ZOO This January race takes families and dedicated runners on a 5K adventure In 2016, attendance increased 27% over its inaugural year in 2015. Each area throughout the Zoo’s property, including areas not normally available to the of the Zoo had a regional theme, immersing guests in a worldwide trek of public. wines provided by Ajax Turner Distributing. 38 | Public Events & Fundraisers EVENT HIGHLIGHTS BOO AT THE ZOO By far, our most successful year yet, this annual community tradition increased attendance 35% over the previous year. Activities included Storytail Treat Trail, Enchanted Village, Fall Festival Field, Howl-o-ween Hayride and the Frightful Farm. 20,000 reusable treat bags were distributed and over 364,000 pieces of palm oil sustainable candy were handed out over the course of 10 nights.

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EGGSTRAVAGANZOO Historically the largest attendance day of the year, 2016’s egg hunt set a new single day attendance record, with a 6% increase from 2015. The event showcases 10 egg hunts, springtime fun and animal enrichment. Over 49,000 pieces of palm oil sustainable candies were handed out.

13,577 attending Group Sales & Social Events | 39 GROUP SALES & SOCIAL EVENTS The Zoo offers a unique venue for weddings, business meetings and various social events. 2016 was another record setting year in both revenue and attendance. Total group sales revenue (ticket and catering) increased 17% 16,892 Picnic & Luncheon over the previous year. Guests With Soaring Eagle zip line, carousel rides, animal encounters and other unique event enhancements, Nashville Zoo has become a favorite destination for many of Nashville’s most unique corporate gatherings, client appreciation parties and company picnics. The Zoo looks forward to growing its group sales program further in 2017. 2,575 Wedding & Social Event Guests

1,411 Meeting Guests 40 |

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Nashville Zoo annually provides support for various community programs and has partnered with many of Nashville’s community outreach programs.

AUTISM AWARENESS DAY MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY The Zoo continued its partnership in 2016 with Vanderbilt In November, the Zoo and Regions Bank invited Kennedy Center’s Treatment and Research Institute active military personnel, military veterans and for Autism Spectrum Disorders (TRIAD). Our annual their immediate families to receive free Zoo Autism Awareness Day offers family-oriented animal admission during Military Appreciation Day. This experiences and activities throughout the Zoo, including day is offered in gratitude for their commitment, a zoo-wide scavenger hunt, sensory tour, and up-close bravery and sacrifices. In addition to regular zoo animal encounters. The Zoo has worked closely with activities, a special children’s fun zone was set up Vanderbilt to develop support tools and materials for on Festival Field and a collection of military items guests on the autism spectrum such as visual schedules, was on display at the Grassmere Home. social stories and modified Zoo maps. Community Engagement | 41

SENIOR DAY BLOOD DRIVE Cigna-HealthSpring partnered with the Zoo for our annual Senior Day, offering The Zoo teamed up with the American Red Cross for a blood drive in free admission to those 65+ and showcasing special programs throughout December. All presenting blood donors received a free T-shirt from the Red the day. Cross and one free Zoo admission ticket.

METRO POLICE TOY DRIVE PREDATORS DAY Metro Nashville Police Department’s Mounted Patrol Division collected Nashville Predators players, Ryan Johansen and Austin Watson, visited and donated toys for its annual Christmas Basket Program, a charity drive designed signed autographs at the Zoo’s annual Preds Day. Zoo guests enjoyed games, to collect toys and other items for area families in need of assistance during giveaways and other activities. the holidays. The Zoo offered a complimentary admission ticket for every donation. 42 | Volunteers, Employees & Interns VOLUNTEERS The Adult Volunteer Corps gives volunteers ages 18 and older the opportunity to experience a deeper level of involvement with the Zoo. They have the privilege to volunteer alongside Zoo staff in areas throughout the Zoo and assist them with daily operations, animal care or special events. While most of our volunteers are prohibited from animal contact or working within exhibits, all volunteers provide critical assistance in many areas, including: Education and Visitor Interaction, Administrative Support, Animal Diet Preparation, Historic Preservation, Conservation Corps, Master Gardeners and more. In 2016, the Zoo revamped aspects of the volunteer program hoping to build a stronger corps unit with consistent interaction within the organization by streamlining the total number of volunteers and seeking to increase the amount of hours provided by each member of this dedicated group. As a result, the number of volunteers in 2016 dropped by 38% while the total number of volunteer hours increased by 23%. The Zoo continues to welcome volunteers from businesses, organizations, groups and others throughout the Nashville community. Our volunteers provide a great service to the Zoo and have an amazing time while doing so.

41,763 2,371 286 Total Volunteer Adult Youth Hours volunteers Volunteers Volunteers, Employees & Interns | 43 EMPLOYEES & INTERNS Nashville Zoo provided employment for over 215 people in 2016, including 64 seasonal staff members and 152 permanent full-time employees. The Zoo is committed to supporting continued education opportunities for its zookeepers. In 2016, the veterinary team 152 travelled to Florida to learn about manatee conservation, a carnivore keeper did fieldwork in South America with giant anteaters, and Full-Time many other staff members participated in national and regional conferences. Employees In addition, the Zoo increased its internship opportunities in 2016, providing valuable experience to college students looking to start their careers in a variety of areas such as zookeeping, veterinary sciences, education and more. In 2017, Nashville Zoo is committed to supporting Nashville Mayor Megan Barry’s Opportunity NOW initiative to provide more 64 employment opportunities for young people in Davidson County. Seasonal Employees

39 Total Interns 44 | Attendance & Membership ATTENDANCE & MEMBERSHIP

ANNUAL ATTENDANCE 894,161 834,012 808,281 787,548 776,855 648,034 633,984 615,086 546,069 513,561 529,828

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

TOTAL MEMBERSHIPS 36,793 35,257 34,374 33,393 33,466 31,442 29,075 27,104 25,468 24,228 21,518

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Financial Report | 45 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

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REVENUE BY SOURCE: Park Income $ 7,879,071 Education/Outreach/Other $ 736,582 19% 33% Membership $ 3,237,896 Grants $ 5,026,697 Donations $ 4,421,693 Events/Rentals $ 2,414,521

3% TOTAL REVENUE $23,716,462 21% 14%

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6% EXPENSES BY CATEGORY: Animal Care $ 3,674,323 Conservation $ 505,192 29% Education & Outreach $ 500,332 Facilities & Exhibit Maintenance $ 2,012,852 18% Utilities & Insurance $ 960,673 Guest Services/Other Park Exp $ 1,088,672 G&A/IT/Other $ 2,261,643 4% Rentals/Other Events $ 767,123 9% 4% Events & Fundraising $ 739,839 TOTAL EXPENSES $12,510,653 8% 16% 46 | Grow Wild The Zoo continued its Grow Wild capital campaign through 2016. The multi-phase plan to develop roughly 100 acres on the Grassmere property calls for creating unique and innovative habitats, expanding educational facilities, and ensuring the highest quality of care for our valued animal collection. While successfully opening the new Entry Village and Soaring Eagle Zip Line, construction continued on multiple projects scheduled to open in 2017 including the new Spider Monkey, Andean Bear, Sumatran Tiger and White Rhinoceros exhibits. These projects are highlighted in the next few pages. The Zoo is grateful to all of those in the Nashville community who support this unprecedented growth, including generous donors, community leaders, sponsors, guests and Zoo members.

CAMPAIGN CABINET Jennifer Frist - Campaign Chair Julie W. Walker - Board Chair Cynthia Arnholt Kelley Beaman Lee Beaman Luci Crow Missy Eason Carl Haley, Jr. Jeff Jacobs Kent Kirby John Lueken David Manning Alex Marks Katherine Lay Miller Kelly Roberts McArthur VanOsdale Grow Wild | 47 GROW WILD COMMITMENTS Kelly and Richard Crook $5,000,000+ Kevin and Katie Crumbo The Frist Foundation Joe C. Davis Foundation HCA Haslam 3 Foundation Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County Haslam Family Foundation Lisa and David L. Manning $3,000,000 + Pilot Flying J Stephanie and John Ingram, The John R. Ingram Advised Scott and Lyn Sohr Fund* Robin and Richard Patton, The Patton Advised Fund* $25,000 - $99,999 Mr. & Mrs. Neely Coble, III & Family $1,000,000 + Charles, Kim and Charlie Crews Judith and Richard Bracken, The Bracken Foundation Laurie and Steve Eskind Kathryn and David Brown Ford Motor Company Dugas Family Foundation Bob and Julie Gordon Dottie Frist, The Dorothy Cate & Thomas F. Frist Joel and Bernice Gordon Foundation Kent, Nora and Emme Kirby Patricia and Rodes Hart Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation Sarah and David Ingram, The David B. Ingram Advised Elizabeth and Larry Papel Fund* Mr. and Mrs. Brian S. Smallwood Cal Turner Family Foundation Julie and Breck Walker $250,000 - $999,999 $5,000 - $24,999 Anonymous Anonymous (3) Andrea Waitt Carlton Family Foundation All About Animals LLC Jim and Sally Hunt Mary and H. Lee Barfield II, The Dorothy Cate &Thomas F. Gail and Jeff Jacobs Frist Foundation Adrienne and Richard McRae, The Selby and Richard John O. Colton, The John and Julia Colton Family Advised McRae Foundation Fund* The Memorial Foundation Agneta and Brownlee Currey Leah and Jim Sohr Family Foundation Missy and John Eason State of Tennessee Ergon Foundation Inc. Jim and Becky Webb Kerry Foth Kris and Alex Marks $100,000 - $249,999 Martin Family Foundation Anonymous (2) The Sol and Rose Stern Charitable Trust Cynthia and David Arnholt The Taylor Family Charitable Fund Kelley and Lee Beaman, Alvin and Sally Beaman Julia and Chris Whitson Foundation Irene and Ridley Wills

*The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee 48 |

OPENING APRIL 2017

SPIDER MONKEY: TREETOP PASSAGE To enter the new exhibit, Zoo guests will cross an elevated wooden bridge ending in a treetop view of these lively, inquisitive Mexican spider monkeys swinging among the trees. Half siblings, Sandy and Poppy, came to Nashville from Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, FL. Two additional females will be added to the group. A covered viewing building will feature materials from around the world including Peruvian textiles and decorative masks selected by Zoo President Rick Schwartz. Bamboo imported from Vietnam and Colombia and environmentally sustainable materials like reclaimed wood and synthetic thatch complement the Central American theme. | 49

OPENING 2017

WHITE RHINOCEROS The former African Elephant Savannah will soon become home to four female captive-born rhinos from South Africa. The outdoor exhibit yard needed several alterations to insure a comfortable environment for the incoming rhino herd, including modifying the existing pool. The former elephant barn also needed to be remodeled to accommodate the rhinos, including replacing the floors and additional work to the outdoor holding area attached to the barn. 50 |

OPENING JUNE 2017

EXPEDITION PERU: TREK OF THE ANDEAN BEAR Once complete, “Expedition Peru: Trek of the Andean Bear” will feature multiple species, ensuring this as one of the most popular destinations within the park. Visitors will get an unobstructed view of the bears’ hillside habitat from inside a Peruvian lodge. The lodge will contain interactive educational displays and feature a 16-ft. aquarium with fresh water stingrays and other aquatic species that inhabit the Peruvian Amazon Basin. Upon exiting the lodge, guests will encounter the world’s smallest deer, the pudu. An additional habitat will feature a group of over twenty guinea pigs and will highlight the importance of these domesticated animals to Peruvian culture. | 51

OPENING AUGUST 2017

SUMATRAN TIGER Originally built in 1989 as a black bear exhibit, the Zoo’s tiger exhibit was in great need of renovation. The new exhibit will be home to three female Sumatran tigers. Improvements to the exhibit will enlarge the tigers’ habitat and night quarters, as well as add a new indoor viewing area for guests. The viewing building will feature reinforced glass panels for the closest possible view of these majestic cats, a training panel and interactive displays to engage and educate visitors about tiger conservation. In addition, the outdoor bridge viewing area will be renovated to visually mirror the Asian architectural components featured on the new viewing building. 52 | Sunset Safari SUNSET SAFARI PRESENTED BY UBS Sunset Safari is our annual celebration in support of Nashville Zoo. Guests spent a memorable evening enjoying food and drinks from the city’s best restaurants, live entertainment and special animal hosts. 2016’s event celebrated the upcoming opening of our new white rhinoceros exhibit.

EVENT CHAIRS Lisa Henderson Cile Scanlan Melanie Tigrett

HONORARY CHAIRS Lily Aldridge Caleb Followill

HOST COMMITTEE Amy and Kenneth Adams Kathy and Martin Davis Betsy and Jim Hunt, Jr. Laura and Charlie Niewold Mary Singleton Laura Aldridge Suann and Ralph Davis Sally and Jim Hunt Chris and John Norris Caroline and Benson Sloan Sarah and Eric Allredge Conde and Brian Devine Pilar and Lanson Hyde Sallie and Bill Norton Allison and Arthur Smith Lydia and George Armistead Clokie and Brian Dixon Sarah and David Ingram Babs Oglesby Judi and Paul Smith Cynthia and Dave Arnholt Cathy and Van East Martha and Gavin Ivester Brenda and Bryan Oslin Marie and John Henry Smith Lisa and Lyle Beasley Laurie and Steven Eskind Lauren and Jeremy Jeter Arnita and Tim Ozgener Janna and Brooks Smith Shannon and Mick Beisel Kathleen and Alec Estes Kerrie and John T. Johnson Kim and Brad Paisley Katie and Tom Steele Anna Berry Kate and Steven Ezell Fatima Karwandyar Robin and Richard Patton Jenna and James Story Janie and John Berry Karen and Gene Fleming Donna and Mike Kestner Katherine and Colby Paxton Perian and Sam Strang Mark Blaze Mallory and Byran Fort Corinne and Brock Kidd Anna and Rob Peebles Melody Telfer Dixie and Bob Boston Allison and Andrew Fowler Peggy and Randy Kinnard Kathryn and Harry Peffen Melanie and Kerr Tigrett Lauren Bounds Ashley and Ben Freeland DJ Kreal Sara and Craig Perry Erica and McArthur VanOsdale Ashley and Will Brockman Cynthia and Ed Freeman Debbie Mathews and Shannon Leroy Loren Lowry and Seth Reagan Jenny and Adam Vasquez Kathryn and David Brown Elizabeth and Bryan Frist Elizabeth and Mike Lewis Leigh and Brian Reames Julie and Breck Walker Paula and Kim Brown Jennifer and Billy Frist Shelley and Gage Logan Meera Ballal and Seenu Reddy Holli Walker Susan and Kent Burns Katherine Madden and Tim Fuller Tom Loventhal Sarah and Rick Reisner Emily and Patrick Walsh Daphne and Rawls Butler Karlen and Louis Garrard Ellie and Goldman Lowell Tom Repass Ashley Webb Kathy and Crom Carmichael Robbie Goldsmith Sam and John Lueken George Ritzen Barby and Govan White Sally and Neely Coble Julie and Bob Gordon Maxine and Frank Majors Chris and Tara Roach Rob Whitley Allie and Edward Coble Martha and Matt Gorham Dan and Marisa Martin Kris and Christopher Roach Julia and Chris Whitson Neely Coble IV Barbara and Greg Hagood Neely and Frank McGrew Kelley and Wesley Roberts Birgitta and David Williamson Rosalind and John Connor Brittany and Ben Hanbeck Anne Elizabeth McIntosh Sylvia Roberts Jennifer and Keith Woodruff Ashley and Joe Cook Karly and Clay Hart Caroline and Rob McNeilly Sheryl Rogers Maury and Mark Woolwine Laura and John Cooper Lisa and John Henderson Adrienne and Richard McRae Kathy and Bobby Rolfe Jessica and Lee Woosley Kelly and Richard Crook Amber and Phil Hertik Paige and Henry Menge Linda and David Rue Pam and Tom Wylly Katie and Kevin Crumbo Lisanne and John Hitt Katherine Miller Robin and Gary Satyshur Jennifer and Chad Cunningham Kim and Jimmy Holbrook Blair and Davis Murfree Cile and Pride Scanlan Donna Dalton and Luke Froeb Laurie and Steven Hooper Whitney and Matt Musser Beth and Charlie Sell Anne Davis and Karl Dean Katie and Randy Howell Callie and Sinclair Myers Melissa and Terry Shirey Sunset Safari | 53

RESTAURANTS & BEVERAGES Noshville Deli SPONSORS Adele’s Nothing Bundt Cakes UBS - Presenting Sponsor Amerigo Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co. AJAX Turner Aquarium Padrino’s Pops Allen Printing Bajo Sexto Taco Paul’s Chocolate Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Pickers Vodka Benefit Communication, Inc. Ben and Jerry’s Pinewood Social Best Brands, Inc Blue Chair Bay Rum Rodizio Grill Blue Chair Bay Rum Buffalo Trace Bourbon & Fireball Saint Anejo Brand Imaging Group Cinnamon Whisky Sambuca Brasfield & Gorrie Bulldog Gin Seersucker Candy Co. Classic Party Rentals Chauhan Ale and Masala House Silo Coca-Cola City House Table 3 DEX Imaging Código Tequila TailGate Beer FedEx Dick’s Last Resort Tavern Frugal MacDoogal Edley’s Bar-B-Que Taziki’s Horizon Wine & Spirits Flip Burger Boutique Tempered Café & Chocolate Humphreys & Partners Architects Frothy Monkey The Bridge at Renaissance Hotel IronHorse Capital Management I love Juice Bar The Honeysuckle Langley Property Group Kayne Prime The Hook Lewis Communications Kickin’ Coffee and Tea The Melting Pot Nashville Event Lighting Krispy Kreme Trattoria II Mulino Neely Coble Company Lisa and John Henderson Little Debbie Virago Clint Newman, DDS PRESENTING BENEFACTORS Rebecca and John Howard Local Taco Vui’s Kitchen Park ‘N Fly Cathy and Jerry Johnson Sally and Jim Hunt MATI Energy Drink Whiskey Kitchen Service Systems Associates Nora and Kent Kirby Suzanne Iler Moto Cucina + Enoteca Whisper Creek Sunrise Contracting Wanda and Jerry Lyle Gail and Jeff Jacobs Nashville Sweets Wildhorse Saloon Tennessee Titans Denise and Milton Johnson

BENEFACTORS Kerrie and John T. Johnson Tina and Jeff Adams Susan and Bill Joy Sally Anderson Donna and Mike Kestner Cynthia and Dave Arnholt Laura and William Lawson Patrick Brinker Daryl Brown and John Lewis Susan and Kent Burns Shelley and Gage Logan Janie and Brandon Busbee Maxine and Frank Majors Kathy and Crom Carmichael Lisa and David Manning Joan and Will Cheek Adrienne and Richard McRae Allie and Edward Coble Robin and Richard Patton Linda Cochran Sara and Craig Perry Ashley and Joe Cook Beverly and Jack Polson Kelly and Richard Crook Cammy and Roger Price Katie and Kevin Crumbo Leigh and Brian Reames Anne Davis and Karl Dean Thomas Repass Kim and Eddie DeMoss Sue and Stan Ruta Donna and Jeff Eskind Cile and Pride Scanlan Martha and Mark Ezell Cindy Shafer Karen and Gene Fleming Shirley and Stuart Speyer Jessie and Nathan Followill Sunny and Butch Spyridon Lily and Caleb Followill Elizabeth and James Stadler Cynthia and Ed Freeman Ann and Willy Stern Elizabeth and Bryan Frist Melanie and Kerr Tigrett Jennifer and Billy Frist Barbara and Rick Turner Karyn Frist Laura Turner Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Frist, Jr. Erica and McArthur VanOsdale Krysta and Andrew Giacobone Julie and Breck Walker Ann and Joseph Gilbert Jeremy Werthan Gwen and Frank Gordon Julia and Chris Whitson Kat and Jeff Greene Jessica and Lee Woosley Barbara and Greg Hagood Mary Lou and Steve Zagorsk Connie and Carl Haley 54 | Donor Society

, PAWS & S J W A A W L S CLAWS, PAWS & JAWS DONOR SOCIETY C Over the past 15 years, Nashville Zoo’s Claws, Paws and Jaws Society (CPJ) has been our most dedicated group of

N supporters, playing an invaluable role in the growth and expansion of the Zoo. CPJ donors contribute $1,000 to $100,000+ Y A T S E H I annually and are valued members of our Zoo family because of their incredible support and interest in our programs V C I O L L S E R Z O and growth. O O D O N

Anonymous John Eddie Cain III Jennifer and Cliff Duffey Dee and Jimmy Haslam Traci and Art Laffer Ellen and Steve Adams Alaine and Dominic Calvani Pam and Foster Dugas Natalie and Jim Haslam Janice and Randy LaGasse Tina and Jeff Adams Jeanie and Bill Cammack Laura and Wayne Dugas Tricia and William Hastings Laura and William Lawson Elizabeth and Clark Akers Valerie and Patrick Canning Trisha and Chuck Elcan Joanne and Mike Hayes Elizabeth and Mike Lewis Sharon Albers and Ravi Chari Andrea and Richard Carlton Anita Elliott Ashley and Jeff Heeren Susan and Steve Lewis Honey and Lamar Alexander Joanne Cato Donna and Jeff Eskind L.O. Heidtke Patti and Don Liedtke Lin and Bill Andrews Mary and Joe Cavarra Laurie and Steve Eskind Terri and Bob Hensley Dawn and Randall Linn Irene M. Archambault Joan and Will Cheek Martha and Mark Ezell Ellen and Russell Hickey Mary Ann and Sam Lipshie Cynthia and David Arnholt Lisa and Jamie Cheek Carole and John Ferguson Jere Hinman Lisa and Jim Littlejohn Colleen Atwood and Beth Dorminey Nicky and James Cheek III Tory and Will Fitzgibbon Melanie and Doug Hirt Heather and Jim Loden Sinclair Baldassari & B. Gordon Dickey Renee Chevalier Lily and Caleb Followill Rebecca and John Howard Shelley and Gage Logan Jean Ann and Barry Banker Sally and Neely Coble III Kerry Foth Sally and Jim Hunt Tom Loventhal Christen and Cole Barfield Chase Cole Babs and Bill Freeman Betsy and Jim Hunt, Jr. Samantha and John Lueken Mary and H. Lee Barfield II Amy and Overton Colton Dottie Frist Suzanne Iler Maxine and Frank Majors Mary Lee and Steve Bartlett John Colton Elizabeth and Bryan Frist Beth and Preston Ingram Lisa and David Manning Holly and David Baulch Stephanie and Forrest Conner Jennifer and Billy Frist Martha R. Ingram Kris and Alex Marks Joanne and Robert E. Baulch, Jr. Ashley and Joe Cook Julie and Tommy Frist III Sarah and David Ingram Brenda and Charley Martin Ramona and Robert E. Baulch III Kim and Charles Crews Karyn Frist Stephanie and John Ingram Ellen Martin Kelley and Lee Beaman Kelly and Richard Crook Tracy and Bill Frist Bud Ireland Shannon and Charlie Martin Melissa and Rob Beckham Katie and Kevin Crumbo Trish and Tommy Frist, Jr. Gail and Jeff Jacobs Susie and Steve Mathews Sarah and Jordan Berlin Mary Britton and Jody Cummings Barbara and Herb Fritch Angela Jefferson Reba and Rodgar McCalmon Janie and John Berry Linda and Mike Curb Marie and Kevin Gangaware Denice and Milton Johnson Neely and Frank McGrew Clay Blevins Agneta and Brownlee Currey, Jr. Amy and Frank Garrison Edie and David Johnson Ann Marie and Martin McNamara Jean and Denny Bottorff Laura and Brad Currie Mandy and Chris Genovese Kerrie and John T. Johnson, Jr. Adrienne and Richard McRae Judith and Richard Bracken Lauren and Spence Curry Krysta and Andrew Giacobone Barbara and David Jones Lynn and Ken Melkus Andrea Conte and Phil Bredesen Ann and Kirby Davis, Jr. Amy Grant and Vince Gill Janice and Jamie Jones Michael Modrak Barbara and Kix Brooks Douglas Dehart Deana and Fred Goad Daynise and Bardell Joseph Karen and Bruce Moore Cathy and Martin Brown, Jr. Kim and Eddie DeMoss Bernice and Joel Gordon Susan and Bill Joy Teresa and Mike Nacarato Kathryn and David Brown Ruth Dennis Julie and Bob Gordon Rosemarie and Raymond Kalil Darlene Nall Martin S. Brown Kathryn and Fred Dettwiller Kat and Jeff Greene Rita and Mike Kaplan Valerie and Bill Nichols Karen Bruton Betty and Marty Dickens Barbara and Greg Hagood Corinne and Brock Kidd Nancy and Ty Osman Ann and Frank Bumstead Debbie and Jim Dickson Connie and Carl Haley Nora and Kent Kirby Judy and Sam Owen Nancy and Jeff Bunting Becky Diggs Andrea and Scott Hardy Darlene and Tom Klaritch Kim and Brad Paisley Janie and Brandon Busbee Elizabeth and William Drewry Patricia and Rodes Hart Sherri Smith and Dean Knoll Elizabeth and Larry Papel Donor Society / Golf Classic | 55

GOLF CLASSIC GOLF CLASSIC CHAIRS The 24th Annual Golf Classic took place at The Will Fitzgibbon Golf Club of Tennessee in Kingston Springs on Richard Patton Breck Walker May 2, 2016. Thirty teams enjoyed a round of golf, putting contest and lunch supporting the Zoo. EVENT SPONSORS CapWealth Advisors - Presenting Brand Imaging Group Debbie and Summer Bryan Coca-Cola Crichton Group Cumberland Architectural Millwork, Inc. Franklin American Mortgage Company FreshPoint Tomato Hannah Constructors Nashville Machine Clint Newman, DDS Cammy Price Anne Parsons Julie and George Stadler Service Systems Associates Robin and Richard Patton Janet and William Stead Pam and Philip Pfeffer Brenda and Joe Steakley Sports Seasons Cammy and Roger Price Marianne and Andrew Stoll Stradis Healthcare Ping and Dick Ragsdale Hettie and Ed Stuart Ramsey and Chris Raybeck Melanie and Doug Hirt Leigh and Brian Reames Jackie and DeWitt Thompson IV Brenda and Colin Reed Currey and Wade Thornton Katie and Mike Regan Ellen and Joe Torrence Carol and Allen Reynolds Abby and Doug Trotter Stephanie and David Richardson Barbara and Rick Turner Jan and Steve Riven Christi and Jay Turner Amy Robertson Laura Turner Tiffany and Joe Don Rooney Linda and Lester Turner Anne and Charles Roos Maggi and Cal Turner, Jr. Kim and J.D. Rosdeutscher Alice Hinton and Peter Van Lingen Anne and Joe Russell Catherine and Chris Vrettos Brenda and Ruble Sanderson Nancy and Robert Wahl Dorothy and Joe Scarlett Julie and Breck Walker Lynn and Rick Scarola Anne and Jake Wallace Susannah and Zulu Scott-Barnes Becky and Jimmy Webb Laurie and Jim Seabury Brenda and Phil Wenk Mary Cook Singleton Beth and Kevin West Beverly and Jimmy Small Julia and Chris Whitson Patti and Brian Smallwood Margaret and David Wiley, Jr. Linda and Gibbs Smith Gail and David Williams Mandy and Brandt Snedeker Irene and Ridley Wills II Leah and Jim Sohr K. Janelle Wilson Lyn and Scott Sohr Dallas and Fleming Wilt Joanne and Joe Sowell Matthew Wyatt Christi and Richard Speer Mary Lou and Steve Zagorski Shirley and Stuart Speyer Barbara and Bud Zander 56 | Cumulative Giving CUMULATIVE GIVING We thank the following individuals and organizations for their support of Nashville Zoo in 2016. Kent, Nora and Emme Kirby $5,000,000+ M.L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers The Frist Foundation Kris and Alex Marks Reba and Rodgar McCalmon $1,000,000+ Melkus Family Foundation The Bracken Foundation Ragsdale Family Foundation HCA Regions Bank Service Systems Associates $100,000 - $999,999 Irvin and Beverly Small Foundation Kathryn and David Brown Southern ICEE Andrea Waitt Carlton Family Foundation SunTrust Bank Dugas Family Foundation SunTrust Foundation Jim and Sally Hunt UBS Financial Services Inc. Sarah and David Ingram, The David B. Ingram Julie and Breck Walker Advised Fund* Julia and Chris Whitson Gail and Jeff Jacobs The Memorial Foundation $5,000 - $9,999 Leah and Jim Sohr Family Foundation Anonymous (2) Cal Turner Family Foundation American Paper & Twine Jim and Becky Webb Baulch Family Foundation Benefit Communications Inc. $25,000 - $99,999 Valerie and Patrick Canning Anonymous Sally and Neely Coble III Cynthia and David Arnholt Mr. John O. Colton, The John and Julia Colton Mr. and Mrs. William H. Cammack, Cammack Family Advised Fund* Family Advised Fund* Delta Dental of Tennessee Charles, Kim and Charlie Crews Samuel M. Fleming Foundation Kelly and Richard Crook Franklin American Mortgage Company Joel and Bernice Gordon The Dorothy Cate & Thomas F. Frist Foundation Patricia and Rodes Hart Julie and Tommy Frist III Haslam 3 Foundation L.O. Heidtke Haslam Family Foundation Humphreys & Partners Architects Lisa and David L. Manning Stephanie and John Ingram, The John R. Ingram Adrienne and Richard McRae, The Selby and Advised Fund* Richard McRae Foundation Jewish Federation of Nashville & Middle TN Pilot Flying J The Kroger Community Advised Fund* Mr. and Mrs. Brian S. Smallwood The Barbara J. Mapp Foundation Susie and Steve Mathews $10,000 - $24,999 Middle Tennessee Cage Bird Club, Inc. Advance Financial Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation All About Animals LLC Nashville Machine CapWealth Advisors Neely Coble Company The Children’s Hospital at TriStar Centennial Elizabeth and Larry Papel Cigna HealthSpring Park ‘N Fly Kevin and Katie Crumbo Cammy and Roger Price Agneta and Brownlee Currey Jr. Ryman Hospitality Properties Foundation Laurie and Steven Eskind Mandy and Brandt Snedeker FedEx Janet and William Stead Jennifer and Billy Frist Sunrise Contracting, Inc. Marie and Kevin Gangaware Tennessee Titans Bob and Julie Gordon Laura Turner Terri and Bob Hensley Irene and Ridley Wills II Hulu/Magnetic Collaborative *The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Cumulative Giving | 57

Shelley and Gage Logan Andrea Conte and Phil Bredesen Betty and Marty Dickens $2,500 - $4,999 The Logan Group of Raymond James Regan and Patrick Brinker Becky Diggs AT&T Samantha and John Lueken Karen Bruton Dollar General Corporation The Atticus Trust Adrienne and Richard McRae Nancy and Jeff Bunting Jennifer and Cliff Duffey Baby+Company Nashville Predators Foundation Susan and Kent Burns Eagle Creek Foundation Sarah and Jordan Berlin Robin and Richard Patton Janie and Brandon Busbee Missy and John Eason Brasfield & Gorrie Publix Super Markets Charities John Eddie Cain III EBS Foundation Ann and Frank Bumstead Ridgeview Foundation Capital Alignment Partners Susan Edwards The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Shirley and Stuart Speyer, Shirley and Stuart Kathy and Crom Carmichael Trisha and Chuck Elcan Crichton Group Speyer Family Fund* Carvana The Jeffrey and Donna Eskind Family Foundation Crittenden Foundation State Farm Joanne Cato Martha and Mark Ezell Katie and Kevin Crumbo Barbara and Rick Turner Mary and Joe Cavarra Carole and John Ferguson Disney’s Pete’s Dragon The Vitamin Shoppe Sharon Albers and Ravi Chari Karen and Gene Fleming Disney’s Zootopia Joan and Will Cheek Johanna and Matthew Followill Elizabeth and William Drewry Lisa and Jamie Cheek Frasier Dean and Howard Tory and Will Fitzgibbon $1,000 - $2,499 Renee Chevalier Cynthia and Ed Freeman Mr. and Mrs. Steven R. Adams, Steve and Ellen Kerry Foth Christie Cookies FreshPoint Tomato Adams 2004 Donor Advised Fund* Ms. Karyn M. Frist, Karyn McLaughlin Frist Fund* Phillip Clendenin Mr. and Mrs. Bryan E. Frist, The Elizabeth and Tina and Jeff Adams Herb Fritch Family Foundation Allie and Edward Coble Bryan E. Frist Fund* Elizabeth and Clark Akers Krysta and Andrew Giacobone Linda J. Cochran Dr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Frist, Jr. AmSurg The Goddard School Chase Cole Genesco Sally Smith Anderson Joel and Bernice Gordon Family Foundation Amy and Overton Colton Mandy and Chris Genovese Lin and Bill Andrews Kat and Jeff Greene Compassus Ann and Joe Gilbert Irene M. Archambault Hannah Constructors, LLC Ashley and Joe Cook Goad Family Foundation Jean Ann and Barry Banker Andrea and Scott Hardy Mary and James Costner Google, Inc. Bargain Hunt HCA Foundation Mary Britton and Jody Cummings Gwen and Frank Gordon Bass Berry & Sims Beth and Preston Ingram Anne Davis and Karl Dean Grand Avenue Chauffeured Transportation Lisa and Lyle Beasley Martha Rivers Ingram Advised Fund* Kim and Eddie DeMoss Barbara and Greg Hagood Clay Blevins IronHorse Capital Management Ruth Dennis Connie and Carl Haley Blue Chair Bay Rum Live Nation Worldwide, Inc. Conde and Brian Devine *The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee 58 | Cumulative Giving

($1,000 - $2,499 continued) Pam Lewis Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Colin Reed, Brenda and Colin Reed Sarah Streicker Hall Strategies Patti and Don Liedtke Advised Fund* Kellye and Gary Stuart Lisa and John Henderson Dawn and Randall Linn Katie and Mike Regan T & T Family Foundation Ellen and Russell Hickey Tom Loventhal Thomas Repass Team Electrical Contracting, Inc. Melanie and Doug Hirt Maxine and Frank Majors Stephanie and David Richardson Jackie and DeWitt Thompson IV Suzanne Iler Brenda and Charley Martin Melissa and Tony Rodriguez Melanie and Kerr Tigrett Sarah and David Ingram Neely and Frank McGrew Tiffany and Joe Don Rooney Ellen and Joe Torrence Bud Ireland Ann Marie and Martin McNamara Anne and Charles Roos TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center Denice and Milton Johnson Sharalena and Richard Miller Kim and J.D. Rosdeutscher UBS Community Affairs and Corporate Edie and David Johnson Michael Modrak Anne and Joe Russell Responsibility, Americas Kerrie and John T. Johnson Jr. Karen and Bruce Moore Sue and Stan Ruta United Way of Metropolitan Nashville Barbara and David Jones MSB Cockayne Fund, Inc. Brenda and Ruble Sanderson Erica and McArthur VanOsdale Janice and Jamie Jones Darlene Nall Cile and Pride Scanlan Nancy and Robert Wahl Daynise and Bardell Joseph Nashville Electric Service Laurie and Jim Seabury Anne and Jake Wallace Susan and Bill Joy Nashville Smile Team Cindy Shafer Brenda and Phil Wenk Rosemarie and Raymond Kalil Clint Newman, DDS Shelves that Slide Karen and Jeremy Werthan Rita and Mike Kaplan Valerie and Bill Nichols Sherrard & Roe Cindy and David Wilds Donna and Mike Kestner Nancy and Ty Osman Estate of Stephanie M. Shults Gail and David Williams Darlene and Tom Klaritch Judy and Sam Owen Mary Cook Singleton K. Janelle Wilson Traci and Arthur Laffer Anne Parsons Ms. Sherri Smith, Gary W. Smith Memorial Fund* Miranda and Terry Wong Janice and Randolph LaGasse Sara Craig Perry Shirley and Stuart Speyer Jessica and Lee Woosley Cara Ryckman and Joseph Land Pam and Philip Pfeffer Sunny and Butch Spyridon Mr. Matthew W. Wyatt, Matthew W. Wyatt Land of Nod Beverly and Jack Polson The Julia Carell Stadler Foundation Advised Fund* Langley Property Group Purity Foundation Brenda and Joe Steakley Mary Lou and Steve Zagorski Laura and William Lawson Ramsey and Chris Raybeck Tom Steele Barbara and Bud Zander Daryl Brown and John Lewis Leigh and Brian Reames Ann and Willy Stern Cumulative Giving | 59

Cathy and Van East Elizabeth and Mike Lewis Linda Rue $500 - $999 Donna and Stephen Englert Meredith and Corey Lile Robin and Gary Satyshur Beth and Dave Alexander Lee Emerson and Ray Enochs Melissa and Chris Lind Kim Hewell and Norm Scarborough Kathryn and Craig Andreen Kathleen and Alec Estes Katherine Madden Amanda and Logan Sekulow Lydia and George Armistead Kate and Steven Ezell Mary and Austin Maddox Mary Singleton Paula and William Barkley Reagan Fairbairn Kaaren and Ben May Janna and Brooks Smith Guy Barnard Andrea Finch Mark McCollow Linda and Gibbs Smith Kelley and Lee Beaman Martha Fouce Caroline and Robert McNeilly Joanne and Joe Sowell Merritt and Nathaniel Beaver Doug Franck Sanders and Matt Miller Frances and Jimmy Spradley Janie and John Berry Ashley and Bernard Freeland Sarah and Jeff Moats Perian and Sam Strang IV Jill M. Birdsong Franci Fuzzell Sammie Mosier The Taylor Family Charitable Fund Julie and Frank Boehm Beth and Luke Gebhard Jim Munro Melody Telfer Angela and Jerry Bostelman Meri Gordon Blair and Davis Murfree Tennessee Foundation Services Colleen Bracken Michael Gorney Catharine and Patrick Murphy William Townsend Pat and Phil Bressman Linda Grochowski Laura and Charles Niewold Christi and Jay Turner Debbie and Summer Bryan John Harrington Brenda and Bryan Oslin Bill Vaughn Sandy Bumbalough Joanne and Mike Hayes Arnita and Tim Ozgener Village Real Estate Advised Fund* Lauren Carpenter Caldwell Elaine Heard Kathryn and Harry Peffen Cris and Parker Whitlock J.G. Clayton James Henderson Peffen Cline Masonry Group, Inc. David Williams Juliet Griffin and Al Cocke Amber and Phil Hertik Jennifer Radcliffe Brigid and John Woodbury Suann and Ralph Davis Meredith and Jay Hollomon Tara Roach Jennifer and Keith Woodruff Sinclair Baldassari and Gordon Dickey Kelly Hoover Heather Robertson Clokie and Brian Dixon Lauren and Jeremy Jeter Heather and Drew Rogers Melanie Stokes Donohue H.D. Kidd Kathy Rolfe Alberta and Bob Doochin Peggy and Randy Kinnard Mr. and Mrs. David Rollins, David and Mary Kathy and Mike Dorr Kaye and Ron Knox Rollins Advised Fund* Laura and Wayne Dugas *The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee 60 | Cumulative Giving

Cindi and David Dingler Cindy and Chuck Lassing Martin Roberts $250 - $499 Julie Dretler Katherine Leeper Casey Robertson Anonymous Amy Eskind John Maki Justin Rogers Aetna Foundation Todd Fogelberg Nicholas Matala Stacy and Jeff Rothenberger Julie and Dale Allen Jessie and Nathan Followill Debbie Mathews Melinda Sava Tara Allen Thomas Fouce Catherine Stober and James McAteer Cindy and Tom Schiller Mary and Jim Armistead Allison and Andrew Fowler Wendy McCooey Amanda and David Schwartz Phyllis Vaughn and Bill Armistead Roe Frazier Keith and Steve McCord Teri Seabrook Kelly Birdwell and Eric Austin Margaret Freeman Anne Elizabeth McIntosh Beth and Charles Sell Shaila and Brandon Bannock Dara and Craig Freiberg Ann McKinney Chris Sigmund Shannon and Mick Beisel Janna and Mark Gillespie Eric Melcher Lorien and John Sites Belle Meade Chiropractic Center Martha and Matt Gorham Paige and Henry Menge Jennifer Skelton Claire and Drew Berg Talbott Grimm Tom Miller Belinda Darlene Smith Deborah Best Elizabeth and Rodney Gunderson Robert Minton Judi and Paul Smith Allison and Greg Blanford Brittany and Ben Hanback Karen Mirzoian Stradis Healthcare Sharon and Mark Blaze Cordia and Tom Harrington Carolyn and Geary Moore Kathy and Tom Stumb Tanya and Seton Bonney Robert Harris Anne Murphy Stephanie and Jon Sundock Dixie and Bob Boston Karly and Clay Hart Whitney and Matt Musser James Terrell Ashley and Will Brockman Kimberli Hart Christopher Nease Pat Tigrett Paula and Kim Brown Jim Hea Ray Neff Jennifer Vazquez Ann and Alex Buchanan Jennifer Hill Amy and Jason Nelson Veterinary Ophthalmology Services Mary and Ben Byrd Lisanne and John Hitt Megan and Dan Neumann Emily Walker Starling Davis and David Clark Kim and Jimmy Holbrook Sally and William Norton Emily and Patrick Walsh Rosalind and John Connor Seth Huber Lindsey and Matthew Overbay Mary Weaver John Cooper Pilar and Lanson Hyde Rob Peebles Jessica and Ed White Holly and Ben Couch III Martha and Gavin Ivester Chelsea Preisler Jodi and Chase Wilkinson Kristen and Jonathan Crawford Julia Johnson Christopher Prest Katherine and Jacob Wilson Cumberland Architectural Millwork, Inc Diana Kerrigan Ping and Dick Ragsdale Kevin Wilson Carolyn and John Dalton DJ Kreal Jonathan Rathgeber Mary and Paul Wilson Julie and Peter Damp Stephanie and Nathan Kurita Sarah and Rick Reisner Jerry Wimberly Stephen Daves Emily and William Kurtz George Ritzen Laurie Yee Ann and Kirby Davis, Jr. Rebecca and Craig Laine Delphine and Kenneth Roberts Phronsie Dial Matt LaPlaca Kelly and Wesley Roberts Cumulative Giving | 61

Nancy Brock Betty and Vernon Denney Kevin Hanscomb $1 - $249 Wendy and Craig Brooks Barbara and Mark Dentz Bill Haralson Anonymous (8) Nathan Brown Robert Devitz Amelia Harvey Elizabeth and Timothy Adgent Julian Brumit Laura Dieckhaus Billie Haws David Allen Bryant Family Foundation Iavor Dihonov Carey and David Haynes Chris Andrews Lacey and Matthew Bulow Cheryl Dokes Allison Hearon Tara and Ben Armistead William Burns Alison Douglas Kelly Hedrick Charliene and Phil Armstrong Jamie and Charles Burroughs Denise Due Goodwin Margaret Henson Jo and Raul Ascunle Anne Bush Timothy Durham Eileen and Sal Hernandez Kelly Babcock Ann Caldwell Frances Duvall Helen Herring Elizabeth Bailes Lin and Larry Campbell Rob Eakin Joyce Hitt Samuel Baker Barbara Cannon Connie and Clifford Eisaman Dionne and James Holcombe John Ballard Taralyn Carrie David Ellis Melissa Houston Cathy and Donald Barnett Jennifer and Robert Carter Jane and Richard Eskind and Family Foundation* Cynthia and Ronald Howes Reca Barwin Kathy and Jeff Cartwright Megan Estes Hudson Family Charitable Foundation Edith Bass Lindsay Cox and Michael Centi Emmett Fisher Elizabeth Huggins Mary and William Bates Arianne Chaisson Mia and Jeff Fleetwood John Hutchinson Susan and Stephen Batiste Donna and Will Chapman Byran and Mallory Fort Mary Jean Imai Brittany Baugh The Charitable Giving Card Program* Louise B. Frazer Foundation Joseph Ingalise Laura Bearden Susan Charnley Jennifer Galligan Kyle Jacobs Amanda Bell Barbara and Eric Chazen Traci Gawarecki Julie Jelf Delilah Bennett Ruthie and Charles Cherry Sandra Gillaspie Tyler Johns Michelle and Gordon Bennett Sarah Cherry Lucie Glass Freida Johnson Laura Benson Sue Clark Eleanor Goldman Kolonda Johnson Dena and Charles Bentley Lydia and Mark Cobb Jody and Ryan Goodenow Susan Johnston Kathy Bentley Cecil and Kent Coleman Katherine Grace Lynne Falk and Chris Jones Alex Bettis Jessica Cornett Grapevine Garden Club Gena Jones Cathey Blackburn Mary Brenna and Cliff Corr Shallon Gray Kevin C. Jones Leah Blackmore Jan Crean Evan Gregory Sarah Jones Mitzi Blair Allison Cunningham Matt Griffith The Jones Company of Tennessee, LLC Sarah Fairbank and Chip Blaufuss Scarlett Cunningham Sandra Groves Leanne and Eric Kane Katie Bone Eugenia Daniel Kristina Gudiel Michelle Kearney Dave Bordenkircher Beth Davidson Taylor and Rich Guglielmo Janice Hardrath and Ron Kempf LeAnne and Chad Bottorff Charles Davidson Albert Hacker Carole Kenner Jessica and Charles Boyd IV Elizabeth Davis John Haines Kelly Kerley Caitlin Bradley Nia Davis Blake Hall Callie Kestner Jenny and Kenneth Breeden Delek Fund of Hope* Beverly Hand Anna Kinlaw Nadia Brigham Lee Anne and Michael Demere Carol and Charles Hankla Elizabeth Kirby Margaret Brock *The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee 62 | Cumulative Giving

($1 - $249 continued) Camilla Neal Lauren and Christopher Rowe Melissa and Mark Thompson Melinda Kommavongsa Chelsey and Barrett Nearn Katie Ruiz Kori Williams and Peter Thompson Kelsie Krantz Shalimar Nelson David Sampsell Quentin Thompson Matthew La Placa Amber Niazi Vicki and Edward Sargent Shelly Thorburn Patricia Latham James Nichnadowicz Libby and Matt Scanlan Connie Thurman Mackenzie Lee Nissan North America Inc. Deborah Schneider Lori Tigert Laura Gray and Warren Lee Matthew Oglesby Schneider Electric North America Foundation Michelle Traveis Ashley and Ronnie Leftwich Margaret and Steve Orthwein Jessi Scott Ashley Travis Mike Lewis Molly O’Shaughnessy Rebecca Sempkowski Keely Vonville Sarah Lingo Kristen Oslin Velma and Jack Shaw Margaret and Frank Wade Linkedin Matching Gifts Program Lori and Chris Pace Hailey Lane Sheldon Madison Wagener Little Bits Nashville Delores and George Palmer Sheila Shell Diana Wallace Samantha Lobenstein Bob and Adrienne Parker Advised Fund* Raina Shults Amy Walter Amanda Lutes Chelsea Parker Caroline Sloan Barbara Watkins Meredith MacLeod Roberta Partin Adam Slovis Ashley Webb Brittany Macon Jeffery Humble and Jason Pate Bob Dudley Smith Fund & Jeanne Evans Smith* Stephanie Weeden-Wright Parry and Jimmy Marks Deven Patel Missey Smith Sherry and Dudley West Margaret and Phil Martin Stephanie and William Patrick Kathryn Snyder Emily West Barbara Mathieson Gavin Pawlik N. Sloane Sparks Sandra White Abhishek Mathur Tetyana and Vadim Pedchenko Barbara Speyer Janis Whittle Jennifer and Shane McClure Katie and Matthew Peninger Janis Spivey Shannon Wilkinson Barbara Mcdonald Cindy and Lee Peterson John Springer Elysia Williams Jessica Doss and Corbin McGrath Laura Pnewski Ginger and Lawrence Stephenson Nicole Williams Jac and Robby Menish Sandra and Marshall Polk Amanda Stieber Bo Wood Kate Meriwether Print Counts Gregg Stoll Yolonda and Felix Wood Jason Miller Allison Pulcini Lauren Stout Lori Wynn Tomer Minuskin Powell Regen Kelsey Strebler Michelle Yoder Aubrey and Joseph Montana Carly Richardson Mary Stuck Pamela Yoder Fayetta and Ray Moore Ursula and Eric Richardson Taco Express Mandy and Stephen Young Stephanie Moore Jacki Robert Julia Talbert William Zeigler Sarah Morgan Jean and Frank Robertson Barbara Taller Gregory Zuendt Beth and Adam Moser Camile Rogers Shannon Pruitt and Joe Tatarczuk Charles Musto Gerlinda and David Roland Elizabeth Teitzel *The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Cumulative Giving | 63

Earl Swensson Associates, Inc. The Crag Rockin’ For Rhinos IN HONOR OF Edley’s Barbeque The Escape Game Belle Meade Chiropractic Center Kerry Foth Firehouse Subs Trim Nashville Nashville Smile Team Sylvia Molitor Frugal MacDoogal Kristina Tucker Shelves that Slide, Inc. Robin and Richard Patton Golden Flake Veterinary Ophthalmology Services Inc. Village Real Estate Advised Fund* Battle Davis Springer Grand Avenue Chauffeured Transportation Vui’s Kitchen Gray Brantley Springer Horizon Wine & Spirits Iris and Peter Zinni Zoo Run Run Julie W. Walker Irwin Entertainment Ajax Turner Jeni’s Ice Cream Creation Gardens Jive! 2016 EVENT & PROGRAM SPONSORS The Goddard School IN MEMORY OF Logan Group of Raymond James Dr. James Brakefield Suzanne Justis Boo at the Zoo The Vitamin Shoppe Frank Campbell Krispy Kreme Children’s Hospital at TriStar Centennial (Pre- senting) Patricia Colton Lewis Communications Additional Presenting Sponsors Classic Party Rentals Joseph A. Dimaggio Little Debbie Advance Financial - Zoo Teen Programs Delta Dental of Tennessee Stephanie and Justin Shults Loveless Café Cigna HealthSpring - Senior Day Golden Flake Hayes Noel Springer M.L. Rose Kroger Community Advised Fund*- Safari Fridays Irwin Entertainment Al Wolczyk Midmark Regions Bank - Military Appreciation Day Langley Property Group Jennifer and William Moseley Southern ICEE - Ice Day and Zoovie Nights Publix Super Markets Charities Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation SunTrust Bank - Onsite Education IN KIND State Farm Nashville Event Lighting SunTrust Foundation - Onsite Education Ajax Turner Nashville Originals Tennessee Foundation Services Allen Printing Nashville Running Company Brew at the Zoo Additional Program Sponsors American Association of Zookeepers, Nashville Nashville Shores AT&T Chapter M. L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers (Presenting) Nashville Veterinary Specialists Ajax Turner Baby+Company Anchor Transportation Phillips Toy Mart Disney’s Pete’s Dragon Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Anchor Transportation Purity Dairies Carvana Disney’s Zootopia Bass Pro Shops Rhizome Productions Hulu Best Brands, Inc. Jive! Service Systems Associates Park ‘N Fly Land of Nod Brand Imaging Group TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center Langley Property Group Classic Party Rentals Sport Seasons Red, White, and Zoo Nashville Electric Service Coca-Cola Sprinkles Cupcakes Ajax Turner Ryman Hospitality Properties Foundation Creation Gardens Strategic Hospitality Partners Classic Party Rentals Czann’s Brewery Target Sprinkles Cupcakes DEX Imaging Tennessee Clean Water Network State Farm *The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee 64 | Photo Credits

Nashville Zoo is proud to report that in 2016, we were one of only 49 charities nationwide to receive a perfect score in Charity Navigator’s annual assessment of non-profits. No other zoo received a rating of this caliber! A perfect score shows that we are executing our mission in a fiscally responsible manner, while providing the highest level of accountability and transparency to our stakeholders.

PHOTO CREDITS Matt Andrews Lauren Butler Ashley Harrison Tori Mason Chris Radek Quentin Thompson Rachel Baldwin Lenae Byrd Amanda Hopper Music City Aerial Dr. Heather Robertson Pujita Venkat Jim Bartoo Ashley Claggett Eddie Johnson Peter Meadows Meg Sagi Kelsey White Austin Bass Tori Dodds Traci Kimble Shivaling Nimbargi Joel Sartore Mary Glynn Williamson Deni Bechard, GRACE Marty Fitzpatrick Melinda Kommavongsa Becca Norton Christian Sperka Pete Zaharopoulos Jake Belair Katie Gregory Vince Ludovissy Valerie Porter Amiee Stubbs Nathan Zucker Andrew Bodsford Caitlin Harris Wendy Martinie David Pyle Heather Thieling

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