Rendezvous in the Zoo “RITZ” Gala presented by the Yurtchuk Foundation

Join us for Rendezvous In The Zoo, the “RITZ” Gala, presented by the Yurtchuk Foundation on Saturday, September 12, 2026! The “RITZ” will be a special evening celebrating the Buffalo Zoo’s ongoing commitment to wildlife conservation and the exciting future ahead as we take the Zoo to new heights. This tented affair will feature cocktails, dinner by Salvatore’s, live entertainment, dancing, auctions, and up-close encounters with some of the Zoo’s special guest animal ambassadors. GET YOUR “RITZ” GALA TICKETS HERE Time: 6 p.m. to Late Attire: Creative black tie Please note this is an adults-only event for those 21 years or older. Need Help? Please contact Meta Tshiteya at (716) 995-6145, or by email at [email protected] Diamond Sponsor Bronze Sponsors xx xx xxx xxx x xxxx xx Table Sponsors xxx xx xxxxxxx x xxxx Colleen McCann x xxx xxx xxxxxxx Lydia Marabella x x Ronald Mornelli x Lisa Ceglia xx. Abigail Zabrodsky & Ken Gilbert xxx Sponsorship Add-Ons Silent Auction Sponsor: Buffalo Zoo Women’s Board Main Tent Bar Sponsor: Landmark Wealth Management, Frey Electric Construction Co., My Executive Coach, Stamm Law Firm Plush Wall Sponsor: Colleen McCann, Lawley