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The Friends of the Bergen County Zoo is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing financial support to the Bergen County Zoological Park.
Zoo admission is FREE
Since a large number of our animals are housed inside during the winter months for their well-being and can’t be seen by guests, as of November 1st 2025, Zoo Admission will be free until sometime in the Spring of 2026. Please feel free to visit the Zoo and the Education Building and enjoy those animals that are still on view to the public.
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Who are the Friends of the Bergen County Zoo?
The Friends of the Bergen County Zoo is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing financial support to the Bergen County Zoological Park for the welfare of its animals, educational programs and family-friendly facilities. It is the generous support of our sponsors, donors, members and zoo visitors that allow us to meet this mission.
The Friends of the Zoo is honored to partner with Bergen County to support this beautiful zoo for the
educational and recreational enjoyment of the citizens and visitors of Bergen County.
Friends of the Bergen County Zoo Board of Directors
Chair
Neil Devincenzo
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Vice-Chair
Arielle Miliambro
Secretary
Elisa Wares
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Zoo Director
Mari Vella
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Treasurer
Jairus Marcella
Russ Holmgren
Fran Zak
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Sean Sanders
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Tammy Levinson
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Gary Keil