The Frankfurt Zoological Society and the Frankfurt Zoo are united by a 150-year joint history. Although FZS’ main focus concerns international conservation issues, it still follows the 150-year tradition of financially supporting the Zoo. Donations FZS receive specifically for the Zoo are solely used for that purpose.

The “International Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Strategy” commits modern zoos to becoming more involved in conservation issues – the goal being to become an important “Voice for Conservation”. Two such projects, which have evolved in cooperation with the Zoo, are “Global Conservation on a Local Scale” (April 03 – March 05) and “Conservation Ambassadors” (since November 05). The aim of these projects is to inform the public of the necessity of international conservation work.

The scientifically administrated Zoo is the ideal place to reach a wide spectrum of the general public in a leisurely atmosphere. As a globally functioning conservation organisation, FZS can give many tangible examples of how to apply conservation measures.

The current project “Conservation Ambassadors” consists of organisation, education and
enlistment of volunteers to convey conservation issues within the Zoo and city centre. The Federal Foundation for Environment sponsors this project.