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Colts owner Jim Irsay makes $1 million donation to Indianapolis Zoo

The gift will go toward funding the construction of a new Indianapolis Colts Welcome Center Plaza.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts owner and CEO Jim Irsay announced Sunday a $1 million donation to the Indianapolis Zoo.

The gift will go toward funding the construction of a new Indianapolis Colts Welcome Center Plaza, which is already in progress and scheduled to open Memorial Day Weekend 2023.

“The Indianapolis Zoo is a world leader in wildlife and natural conservation and oversees efforts and projects that are truly making a difference across the globe," Irsay said in a statement. “Not only is the zoo making great strides to preserve nature around the world, but it also provides world-class educational and entertainment opportunities for the entire Indianapolis community and makes our city an even better place to call home.”

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The plaza will be connected to the White River Gardens and include a visitor's center, ticketing and other amenities.

“The Indianapolis Colts Plaza will be a welcoming and exciting prelude to a brand-new entry experience for our more than 1.2 million yearly guests,” Dr. Rob Shumaker, Indianapolis Zoo president & CEO, said in a statement announcing the donation.

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