Make a Contribution | Shedd Aquarium

A rendering of an underwater glass tunnel with sea life visible swimming around and above the people in the tunnel. — Photo by: © Shedd Aquarium in collaboration with Thinc/Valerio Dewalt Train

Why Your Support Matters for Shedd and the Auxiliary Board

Your generosity fuels the Auxiliary Board's ambitious fundraising goal and advances the aquarium’s Centennial Commitment. Together, we help support this incredible hub of world-class animal care, frontline conservation research and innovative environmental education. For Love of Waterkind.

The wide-ranging vision of our Centennial Commitment includes:

Deeper community investments and partnerships
A modernized accessible aquarium experience and dynamic new exhibits
New educational and experiential programs created with equity and inclusion at the center
Compelling digital engagements and conservation action programs
Advancements in exemplary animal care and welfare and an increase in Shedd’s capacity to respond to more wildlife in crisis; and
Accelerated aquatic research and science to address the largest threats to biodiversity and species extinction

Contributions ensure that our mission remains resilient through these transformations and continues to advance for years to come. Thank you for your support!

$154,612.79 raised

Since June 30, 2026.

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