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Sponsor a Species
Tenafly Nature Center does not maintain a zoo, however we do care for a collection of over 30 resident animals who are unable to be released into the wild. These ambassadors help to educate thousands visitors about the needs of biodiversity and the importance of protecting habitats.

Caring for these animals requires thousands of dollars and your support can help provide food, shelter, medical care, and a nurturing environment for them to live in.

It take a lot of help from people like you!

Help us care for these amazing animals by contributing to the cost of their upkeep. Your donation assists the center by providing food and medical care, improving enclosures, and supporting staff who care for them.

Want to learn more about some of our ambassadors? Visit our Animal Ambassadors page to see their stories.
How Much Does It Cost? To Care For TNC’c Animal Ambassadors
Species Total Annual Cost Per Animal
Frogs and Salamanders $533
Invertebrate Tank $613
Chinchillas and Rats $709
Lizard $745
Turtles $760
Hawk and Owls $1123
Snakes $1128
Help us care for our important collection of non-releasable wildlife.
Individual and Family Sponsorships:
Virtual Gift Details:
Maximize your donation’s impact with this virtual sponsorship. This does not include a physical sponsorship kit, instead your gift recipient will receive a digital copy of the following items via email.
  • Sponsorship certificate.
  • Color photograph of sponsored animal.
  • Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
  • Information on the chosen species.
  • Story of the chosen resident.
Gift Details:
  • $25 Level items, printed and mailed plus…
  • 15-minute Meet & Greet video call with your sponsored animal and a TNC Environmental Educator (excludes Raptors).
  • 3″ Car Magnet

Gift Details:

  • $25 Level items, printed and mailed plus…
  • 3″ Car Magnet
  • 15-minute Meet & Greet Experience with your sponsored animal and a TNC Environmental Educator. For you and up to 9 guests to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal.

Gift Details:

  • $25 Level items, printed and mailed plus…
  • 3″ Car Magnet
  • 30-minute Meet & Greet Experience with your sponsored animal and a TNC Environmental Educator. For you and up to 9 guests to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal.
Sponsor FAQ
Please select the button for the level you would like. You will be directed to a page where you can register and pay for your sponsorship.
Yes. Please indicate your preference when you submit your sponsorship.
Often not. Animal sponsorship’s are symbolic, and the funds are earmarked for animal care.
No. Each of our animals already have a name.
Sponsorship packets are usually mailed within 10-14 business days, but at peak times it may be longer. If you require quicker service please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
To Sponsor Fill Out The Form Below

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Group Sponsorship - $60


In conjunction with a scheduled field trip or onsite program, help support the animals that live at TNC.

Thank You Package Includes:

  • Sponsorship certificate.
  • Color photograph of sponsored animal.
  • Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
  • Information on the chosen species.
  • Story of the chosen resident.
  • Group Photograph with the sponsored animal.
  • 30-minute Meet & Greet Experience with your sponsored animal and a TNC Environmental Educator. For a group of up to 30 guests to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal. Participants are welcome to include letters with questions about the animal.

For more information view our School & Summer Group, Scout, and Adult Program options!


In conjunction with a scheduled field trip or onsite program, help support the animals that live at TNC.

Thank You Package Includes:

  • Sponsorship certificate.
  • Color photograph of sponsored animal.
  • Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
  • Information on the chosen species.
  • Story of the chosen resident.
  • Group Photograph with the sponsored animal.
  • 30-minute Meet & Greet Experience with your sponsored animal and a TNC Environmental Educator. For a group of up to 30 guests to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal. Participants are welcome to include letters with questions about the animal.

For more information view our School & Summer Group, Scout, and Adult Program options!


In conjunction with a scheduled field trip or onsite program, help support the animals that live at TNC.

Thank You Package Includes:

  • Sponsorship certificate.
  • Color photograph of sponsored animal.
  • Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
  • Information on the chosen species.
  • Story of the chosen resident.
  • Group Photograph with the sponsored animal.
  • 30-minute Meet & Greet Experience with your sponsored animal and a TNC Environmental Educator. For a group of up to 20 guests to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal. Participants are welcome to include letters with questions about the animal.
  • Special Birthday Greeting for the Birthday Child

For more information view our Birthday Parties and Facility Rental options!