Grantmakers in the News
January 1, 2005
Name: Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.
Address: Corporate Contributions
One CNN Center
11 North Tower
Atlanta, GA 30303-2762
E-mail: corporate.contributions@turner.com
URL: http://www.turner.com/community/corporate_contrib.html
Zoo Atlanta has announced a $5 million donation, the largest
corporate gift in its 118-year history, from Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.
The gift will support the retrofiting of its existing Conservation Action Resource Center so that it can accommodate a
new indoor learning center that shares the wonders of wildlife through interpretive and interactive exhibits featuring
classic cartoon characters from TBS, Inc.'s
Boomerang network.
The concept creates an indoor educational playground that will allow visitors to the zoo to meet and interact with animated characters and will increase its appeal as a children's destination even in inclement weather. Zoo Atlanta’s key mission of conservation and education will be highlighted at branded entertainment stations.
"Turner Broadcasting's generous contribution to a nonprofit in their own backyard speaks volumes about their dedication to
the city of Atlanta," said Zoo Atlanta president and CEO Dennis Kelly. "We're taking characters that children can easily
relate to," Kelly added, "to teach them about biology, zoology, sociology, and our mission of conservation."
"This partnership with Zoo Atlanta to create an educational and fun new attraction for visitors of all ages reflects Turner
Broadcasting's commitment to Atlanta and further demonstrates the power of the business community to make meaningful
contributions here at home," said TBS, Inc. chairman and CEO Phil Kent.
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