Zoo-to-Community

Our Zoo-to-Community program is designed to increase access to the Zoo for Oakland public schools that qualify for Title 1 funds. Zoo-to-Community runs from October through May and provides free access to the Zoo. 

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required and is dependent on availability of funds and capacity.

Please note that there is a maximum of 80 students and 10 adults (teachers & chaperones) per reservation for Zoo-to-Community support.

To reserve a field trip and request Zoo-to-Community support, please click here for our School and Community Group Reservation request. Please indicate in the form that you are an OUSD Title 1 school and are interested in the Zoo-to-Community support. Our staff will contact you to confirm details. Please note that there is a $100 non-refundable deposit required and is dependent on availability of funds and capacity.

To request a Zoo Program with Zoo-to-Community support, please select one of the programs below:

ZooSchool

Wildlife Assembly

Please indicate in the form that you are an OUSD Title 1 school and are interested in the Zoo-to-Community support. Our staff will contact you to confirm details. Please note that there is a $100 non-refundable deposit required and is dependent on availability of funds and capacity.

Transportation support is available by request only and is dependent on availability of funds and capacity.

Due to our commitment to the Oakland community, requests coming from outside of the Oakland Unified School District will not be considered.

History of Zoo-to-Community

Launched in 2006, the project was conceived in response to the need for improved science literacy and outdoor education experiences, and to encourage students to pursue an interest in veterinary, biological, ecological, and conservation sciences.
By removing barriers to participation through free programs and bus transportation, we are able to reach thousands of students through the Zoo-to-Community program.

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If you have any questions about the Zoo-to-Community reservation requests, please contact education@oaklandzoo.org.