The Oakland Zoo, a nonprofit organization and operated by the East Bay Zoological Society. Founded in 1922 by Henry Snow, the zoo is located in Oakland, Calif., and has been operational since 1936. It is spread over 525 acres of rolling hills and is home to more than 400 native and exotic animals. The zoo offers a wide range of programs that include education, family, volunteer and conservation programs. Its conservation programs involve with various researchers and organizations dedicated to a variety of conservation projects across the world. The zoo authority and its members address a wide range of conservation issues, such as promoting research in conservation biology, supporting conservation education, aiding in rehabilitation of endangered species, fighting the illegal wildlife trade and saving rain forests. The Oakland Zoo raises funds to support the local communities and biologists in protecting the wildlife and creating awareness about biodiversity and the ecosystems that sustain it.