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Support  Sounds  of  the  Zoo!

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Why Support Us?

Keep it Free – Your support makes this week-long, community music festival accessible to everyone.

Support Local & Global Artists – Help showcase diverse talent from Michigan and around the world

Build Community – Your support fosters inclusion, connection, and cultural celebration in Kalamazoo

Educate & Inspire – Donations fund panels, workshops, and opportunities for artists and music lovers.

Strengthen Kalamazoo’s Music Scene – Your support invests in the city’s creative future and economy.

Every Bit Helps! Big or small—cour contributions helps keep the music alive, one dollar at a time!

Attend

Experience the music! 7 days, 50+ performances
Celebrate music, culture, and community

Free Access Enjoy world-class music and community events without a ticket charge.

Diverse Lineup Explore a wide range of genres—from jazz to hip-hop, folk to Latin.

Inclusive Community A welcoming space for people of all ages, identities, and backgrounds.

Educational Value Participate in workshops and panels to deepen your musical understanding.

Cultural Highlights Enjoy special events like film premieres and celebratory parades.

Support Local Culture Help push Kalamazoo toward becoming a thriving music city.

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Join

We are trying to build community unity through live music. The easiest but also most important way to support us is to join us! Since community relies on good communication, the easiest way you can support us is to sign up for our Events Schedule & Newsletter Mailing List.

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Volunteer

Join the fun! Volunteer at Sounds of the Zoo and be part of the magic. Help keep the music alive—sign up to volunteer today! Make an impact, meet great people, and enjoy live music—volunteer now!

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Tip

If you love of live music, you know that there is no live music without Artists to perform it, and Venues in which to perform it. And live music is at risk in these days.

So when you can, show your appreciation and support for the Artists and Venues by tipping them when they provide good live music. No tip is too small, or large. And you cand dot it right here, at any time!

Donate

Direct Donations – Go straight to Sounds of the Zoo to help keep the music free and community-driven. (These are not tax-deductible.)

Through Fractured Atlas – As our nonprofit fiscal sponsor, donations made this way are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Every Bit Helps! No matter how you give, your support helps us celebrate diversity, uplift artists, and keep Sounds of the Zoo thriving for all.

Sponsor

We take our sponsorship agreements very seriously. You make a promise to help fund this festival that will benefit our community. In return, we promise to deliver a unique event that will showcase your company's services, products and values: Collaborative Partnershi, Enhance Your Brand, Increase Your Sales, Elevate Kalamazoo and your Company

Our Sponsors, Who Help Make This All Possible

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