
Oakland Roots Sports Club is excited to announce the renewal of the partnership with the iconic Oakland Zoo. With this agreement, Roots fans can once again enjoy Zoo night at the Oakland Roots game at Laney College on Saturday, June 17th.
“We are pleased to deepen our partnership with the Oakland Zoo with this renewal,” said Steven Powell, Chief Revenue Officer of Oakland Roots. “Oakland Zoo aligns closely with our values at Oakland Roots alongside being one of the best family friendly activities in all the Bay Area.”
The partnership will also provide a discounted opportunity for Oakland Zoo members to attend Oakland Zoo Night at the Roots game on June 17th.
“Partnering with Oakland Roots goes beyond a game. We’ve solidified a bond within The Town as two Oakland institutions dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and memorable experience for the whole family,” said Nik Dehejia, CEO of Oakland Zoo.
About Oakland Roots
Oakland Roots Sports Club seeks to harness the magic of Oakland and the power of sport as a force for social good. Whether on the pitch, in the stands, or within the community, Oakland Roots will represent our one-of-a-kind city with passion, pride, and commitment to all things Oakland. Player by player. Supporter by supporter. Resident by resident. One day at a time. One game at a time. This is about Oakland first, always.
About the Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo, home to more than 850 native and exotic animals, is managed by the Conservation Society of California (CSC); a non-profit organization leading an informed and inspired community in Taking Action for Wildlife locally and globally. With over 25 conservation partners and projects worldwide, the CSC is committed to conservation-based education and saving species and their habitats in the wild. Oakland Zoo is dedicated to the humane treatment of animals and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the national organization that sets the highest standards for animal welfare for zoos and aquariums.
Roots Contact:
Tommy Hodul, SVP of Public Relations and Communications
Tommy@rootssc.com
Oakland Zoo Contact:
Isabella Linares, Marketing Manager
ilinares@oaklandzoo.org, 510-632-9525 ext. 132