# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wildlife Conservation Benefit
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The world has lost nearly 3 billion birds in North America alone since 1970 – but conservationists see hope for their future.

On April 16, we invite you to join us at the Radisson Blu Mall of America for the Minnesota Zoo Foundation's third annual Wildlife Conservation Benefit as we shine a spotlight on technology-driven solutions that are helping to save threatened bird species both here in Minnesota and around the globe. 

At this inspiring event, hear from our keynote speaker, Dr. Miyoko Chu, a renowned scientist and ornithologist who led the creation of the Merlin Bird ID app, and experts at the Minnesota Zoo as we explore how groundbreaking technology is supporting bird populations. Then, learn what you can do to help further these efforts. 

Ticket information:
All tickets include a hosted beer and wine bar, appetizers, and a three-course dinner. 
Complimentary valet parking provided. 
Tickets start at $200. Individual tickets and full tables available.


RSVP:
Confirm your reservation online at MNZooFoundation.org/WCB or contact the Foundation at donations@mnzoo.org or 952.431.9237.

 
Sponsor:
To sponsor the Wildlife Conservation Benefit, please contact Ben Nelson at Ben.Nelson@mnzoo.org or 612.432.4824.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/wildlife-conservation-benefit/200029554205204
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 70

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bloomington
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Radisson Blu Mall of America
- **lat**: 44.852882729425
- **long**: -93.241649347221
- **full address**: Radisson Blu Mall of America, 2100 Killebrew Drive,Bloomington, Minnesota, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Wildlife Conservation Benefit
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/4d80bd75d8ca707bc2ee5f921f1cee024ca00b9b196af351aa6e0273546515aa-rimg-w1200-h628-dc2a667a-gmir?v=1775600914

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Wildlife Conservation Benefit being held?
  - **A:** Wildlife Conservation Benefit takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Radisson Blu Mall of America, 2100 Killebrew Drive,Bloomington, Minnesota, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Wildlife Conservation Benefit?
  - **A:** Wildlife Conservation Benefit is organized by Minnesota Zoo.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Wildlife Conservation Benefit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bloomington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

## Structured Data (JSON-LD)

```json
[
    {
        "@context": "https://schema.org",
        "@type": "Event",
        "name": "Wildlife Conservation Benefit",
        "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/4d80bd75d8ca707bc2ee5f921f1cee024ca00b9b196af351aa6e0273546515aa-rimg-w1200-h628-dc2a667a-gmir?v=1775600914",
        "startDate": "2026-04-16T18:00:00-05:00",
        "endDate": "2026-04-16T21:00:00-05:00",
        "url": "https://allevents.in/bloomington/wildlife-conservation-benefit/200029554205204",
        "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled",
        "location": {
            "@type": "Place",
            "name": "Radisson Blu Mall of America",
            "address": {
                "@type": "PostalAddress",
                "streetAddress": "2100 Killebrew Drive,Bloomington, Minnesota",
                "addressLocality": "Bloomington",
                "addressRegion": "MN",
                "addressCountry": "US"
            },
            "geo": {
                "@type": "GeoCoordinates",
                "latitude": "44.852882729425",
                "longitude": "-93.241649347221"
            }
        },
        "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode",
        "description": "The world has lost nearly 3 billion birds in North America alone since 1970 – but conservationists see hope for their future.\n\nOn April 16, we invite you to join us at the Radisson Blu Mall of America for the Minnesota Zoo Foundation's third annual Wildlife Conservation Benefit as we shine a spotlig",
        "organizer": [
            {
                "@type": "Organization",
                "name": "Minnesota Zoo",
                "url": "https://allevents.in/org/minnesota-zoo/2597049",
                "description": "Welcome to the official Facebook page for the Minnesota Zoo, where we are connecting people, animals and the natural world to save wildlife!"
            }
        ]
    }
]
```