About the Zoo Foundation
The Sequoia Park Zoo Foundation is a 501(c)(3) established in 2004 and is the philanthropic, nonprofit partner that supports the Sequoia Park Zoo. The Foundation has raised more than $13 million since its inception. The Foundation has been successful in securing funding for many capital projects at the Zoo, including the construction of new animal habitats, ongoing maintenance, exhibit renovations and building facilities to support animals, education, guest services and conservation efforts. The Sequoia Park Zoo Foundation promotes and stimulates interest in the Sequoia Park Zoo, and supports the Zoo’s development and programs through fundraising, promotions and other initiatives designed to enhance the Zoo experience.
Working in close partnership with the City of Eureka to provide the North Coast with a spectacular zoological facility, the Foundation is responsible for:
- Fundraising
- Promotions
- Special Events
Sequoia Park Zoo Foundation Staff

David Reed
Executive Director

Ashley Osia
Director of Community Engagement
Support Staff
Kate Baldwin
Special Projects Coordinator
- everyoneszoo@sequoiaparkzoo.net
Jen McFerrin
Graphic Designer
Ideal Positions
Web Designer
Brenna Cunningham
Administrative Assistant
Board of Directors
Darrell Sherman
Michale Dearden
President
Roy E. Corsetti
Treasurer
Annette De Modena
CHAIR, BOARD DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Chuck Dominick
Co-Chair, Fund Development Committee, Projects (ad hoc)
Jeff Lamoree
Founding President, Co-Chair, Fund Development Committee
Matthew Owen
Alegria Sita
Secretary / Chair, Marketing Committee
Candy Stockton-Joreteg
Vice President
Bruce Seivertson
John Ash
City of Eureka Council Liaison
Kim Bergel
City of Eureka Council Liaison
Interested in getting involved? E-mail info@sequoiaparkzoo.net for information on joining a committee or the Board.
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