Fundraising is a huge part of a zoo's ability to function, and the Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington is doing it successfully. 

On the WHOW Morning Show Thursday, Jay Pratte, Executive Director of the Miller Park Zoo told Regional Radio their biggest fundraiser of the year went great. The Zoo Doo Fundraiser is a gala hosted at the grounds, and this year's theme was Ignite the Night. 

Pratte says that although they are limited in space, he gets a lot of feedback about how much people love being at the zoo, getting dressed up, and having an experience not normally available during a regular zoo visit. 

According to Pratte, the zoo estimates they raised over $150,000 between the tickets sold and the live and silent auctions. Attendees could bid on zoo experience packages and other community donations. 

Pratte explains the funds are in a positive direction and they are working on the next steps for the sloth habitat. If you'd like more information on the Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington, you can visit mpzs.org