Denver Zoo sends $50K to support Ukrainian Zoos

DENVER (KDVR) — Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a number of folks and corporations throughout the U.S. have stepped as much as assist Ukrainians. That listing now contains the Denver Zoo which has raised hundreds of {dollars} to guard the animals in zoos.

Again in March, the Denver Zoo created a Wildlife Emergency Fund to help zoos in Kyiv, Cherkassy and Odessa.

The zoo has acquired over 865 particular person donations and distributed $50,000 to the three Ukrainian organizations. The funds will assist workers proceed to look after the animals who’re dwelling below harmful and aggravating situations.

“If there was no assist of pals who ship us cash, it might be very, very troublesome to purchase the fruit and veggies we purchase for our primates on daily basis,” stated Kyiv Zoo Director Kyrylo Trantin in a video assertion shared with Denver Zoo. “Our foremost purpose is to guarantee that our animals don’t really feel that one thing is unsuitable behind the fence. They need to eat nicely, we should serve them very nicely and provides them our love and respect.”

The Denver Zoo isn’t accomplished but. They’re persevering with to just accept donations and can ship extra funds to the three organizations in addition to different potential zoos.

“We’ve all watched in horror as this disaster has unfolded in Ukraine, and our hearts exit to the Ukrainian individuals who have proven unbelievable bravery and resilience,” stated Bert Vescolani, president and CEO of Denver Zoo and a council member of the World Affiliation of Zoos and Aquariums. “Our neighborhood is so compassionate and caring, not just for Denver Zoo, however for different wildlife and conservation causes all over the world. I’m impressed—however not stunned—to see such an outpouring of assist for our pals in Ukraine.”

In keeping with the Denver Zoo, workers has been monitoring the scenario in Ukraine carefully and stayed in contact with their zoo leaders to make sure the correct help will attain the animals. The funds have been additionally acquired with help from the Ukrainians of Colorado group.

Anybody who needs to assist the Denver Zoo in its mission to reply to wildlife emergencies all over the world can donate to the Ukrainian zoos via their Wildlife Emergency Fund.