Vic Gutman & Associates, Inc.

300 South 19th Street
Suite 318
Omaha, NE 68102

402-345-5401
402-342-4114 FAX

Fundraising | Case Studies:

Zoofari '07
Working closely with event co-chairs Deb and Bruce Grewcock, zoo staff and a large group of community volunteers, VGA provided event management and marketing services for the 2007 edition of Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo's biennial fundraising event - Zoofari.

As a special focus of Zoofari '07, funds were raised to support the construction of a new, year-round Butterfly and Insect Pavilion. This project was reflected in the event's décor and theme "Butterflies Aren't Free."

VGA acted as liaison and provided coordination among the 12 committees working on Zoofari including arrangements and facilities, silent auction, food and beverage and volunteers. VGA worked closely with the event chairs to develop and implement a new format for the live auction including an entertaining program featuring Mary Maxwell, auctioneer Scott Moore and short video vignettes showcasing The Zoo's educational outreach. In addition, VGA developed and implemented a comprehensive marketing and public relations campaign and provided on-site management of the event.

Zoofari '07 came in under budget and raised over $2 million to support the exhibits and educational programs offered by Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo.

Testimonial

Calvin Sisson, Executive Director, Omaha Zoo Foundation
“Omaha's Zoo partnered with Vic Gutman & Associates to help plan and coordinate our bi-annual fundraising event called Zoofari. The experience and professionalism exhibited by Vic and his staff helped the Zoo achieve a record-breaking evening. Their attention to detail, teamwork and commitment to producing a quality show all contributed to a fun and engaging partnership.”

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