New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the United States, so education is a key component in the protection of our state's natural element.

Tenafly Nature Center does not maintain a zoo, however we do care for a small collection of permanently injured animals that cannot be released into the wild. These animals help to educate thousands visitors about the needs of biodiversity and the importance of protecting habitats. TNC’s animal ambassadors are native or related to local species found throughout New Jersey. Many of the species are endangered, threatened, or considered a species of special concern. Learn more about our non-releasable animals by visiting our Animal Ambassadors page.

Caring for abandoned and abused wildlife requires thousands of dollars each year so that we may 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.

Gift Details:

• Video call with your sponsored animal and a TNC educator. Excludes Raptors. 
• Acknowledgement letter
• Sponsorship certificate.
• Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
• Species information sheet.
  
• Sponsored animal's biography.
  
• Photograph of sponsored animal.
• Small animal plush or finger puppet.

Gift Details:

• Video call with your sponsored animal and a TNC educator. Includes Raptors.
• Acknowledgement letter
• Sponsorship certificate.
• Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
• Species information sheet.
  
• Sponsored animal's biography.
  
• Photograph of sponsored animal.
• Small animal plush or finger puppet.
• 15-minute Meet & Greet Voucher for you to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal.

Gift Details:

• Video call with your sponsored animal and a TNC educator. Includes Raptors.
• Acknowledgement letter
• Sponsorship certificate.
• Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
• Species information sheet.
  
• Sponsored animal's biography.
  
• Photograph of sponsored animal.
• Small animal plush or finger puppet.
• 30-minute Meet & Greet Voucher for you to come and spend time up-close with your sponsored animal.

Sponsor a Species FAQ

Onsite Program Animal Sponsorship Add-On (ex. Schools, Scouts, Adult Groups, & Rentals)

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

Thank You Package Includes:

• Acknowledgement letter.
• Sponsorship certificate.
  
• Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
  
• Species information sheet.
  
• Sponsored animal's biography.
  
• Group Photograph with the sponsored animal.
• 30-minute up-close visit and Q & A session with your sponsored animal.
• Students are welcome to include letters with questions about the sponsored animal.

TNC to Go Animal Sponsorship Add-On (ex. Schools, Scouts, Camps, & Adult Groups)

In conjunction with a scheduled TNC to Go or offsite program, help support the animal ambassadors that live at TNC.

Thank You Package Includes:

• Acknowledgement letter
• Sponsorship certificate.
  
• Recognition in our quarterly newsletter.
  
• Species information sheet.
  
• Sponsored animal's biography.
  
• An 8" x 10" photograph of your sponsored animal.
  
• Sponsored animal sticker or collectible trading card for every student.
• 15-30 minute up-close visit and Q & A session with your sponsored animal.
• Students are welcome to include letters with questions about the sponsored animal.
  

Birthday Animal Sponsorship Add-On