LV ZOO’S CONSERVATION GALA SET FOR OCT. 16 AT THE CLUB AT TWIN LAKES
The Zoo’s Annual Fundraiser is Presented by Members 1st Federal Credit Union

(Schnecksville, Pa.) – Lehigh Valley Zoo officially announced its annual Conservation Gala, presented by Members 1st Federal Credit Union, is set for Thursday, Oct. 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Club at Twin Lakes in Allentown. Information about the event, ticket and table sales, sponsorship and the online auction is available at [www.lvzoo.org/conservationgala]www.lvzoo.org/conservationgala.

The Conservation Gala is the non-profit zoo’s largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds raised at the event help LV Zoo to continue its mission of connecting its community with nature to empower people to protect wildlife while being a leader in conservation education and action.

“Partnering with the Lehigh Valley Zoo allows us to support meaningful conservation efforts right here in our community,” said Sara Firestone, Vice President of Community & Public Relations at Members 1st Federal Credit Union. “The Conservation Gala is a celebration of community coming together to protect wildlife and create a lasting impact for future generations. We are honored to help make that possible.”

A unique feature of LV Zoo’s annual gala is that attendees have the opportunity to meet, learn about and interact with several of the zoo’s education animals during cocktail hours (5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.). Additionally, attendees will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar during cocktail hours, a gourmet meal, the chance to bid on a variety of both silent and live auction items and once-in-a-lifetime animal experiences, support animal enrichment, and learn about how community support directly affects the zoo’s ability to save species. This year’s program will also include information about the Children’s Activity Area – a major, $10 M renovation to the lower part of LV Zoo that began in 2025 with an expected completion date in 2027.

Zoo enthusiasts who are unable to attend the event will also have the ability to bid remotely on the incredible, silent-auction packages generously provided by community supporters by registering at bit.ly/ZooGalaBids.

Semi-formal “Black & White Cocktail Attire” dress is encouraged.

Itinerary

• ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

o 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

• COCKTAILS & HORS D’OEUVRES

o 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

• DINNER

o 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

• PROGRAM/LIVE AUCTION

o 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

• SILENT AUCTION

To inquire more about sponsorships and/or donations, please contact LV Zoo Director of Development Stefanie Timmins at stimmins@lvzoo.org.

LV Zoo is currently operating seven days per week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at lvzoo.org.

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About Members 1st Federal Credit Union:
Celebrating 75 years of service, Members 1st Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution with more than 600,000 members and $8 billion in assets. With its administrative headquarters in Enola, PA, Members 1st serves its members and communities through its network of nearly 60 branch locations throughout Adams, Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Lycoming, Northampton, Perry and York counties, as well as its robust digital banking and call center channels. As Members 1st honors its 75-year milestone, the organization remains committed to building stronger communities and meaningful relationships. To learn more about Members 1st, visit members1st.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

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As a member-supported non-profit organization, Lehigh Valley Zoological Society was founded in 2004, but it has been treasured community landmark for centuries. Located in the Lehigh Valley’s Trexler Nature Preserve, the mission of the Lehigh Valley Zoo is to connect its community with nature to empower people to protect wildlife. We have achieved our mission and educated more than five million people. Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Lehigh Valley Zoo hosts year-round, family-friendly events and activities, educational programs, and camps. To learn more about Lehigh Valley Zoo, we invite you to visit our website, www.lvzoo.org, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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