‘Walk on the Wild Side’ fundraiser returns to Panther Ridge

Baby Amur leopard, Mischa, was born at Panther Ridge in 2021. [Photo by Panther Ridge Conservation Center]

Panther Ridge Conservation Center hosts an unforgettable evening in support of its magnificent feline residents. The annual “Walk on the Wild Side” fundraiser will take place on Thursday, March 27, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Panther Ridge Conservation Center, located at 2143 D Road in Loxahatchee Groves.

Guests will enjoy an evening under the stars, complete with cocktails, dinner, live music and a silent auction. Tickets are $150 and can be reserved by calling (561) 795-8914. Sponsorships are also still available for those looking to make a lasting impact.

Proceeds from the evening benefit the 24 resident cats of Panther Ridge, which represent 10 different species, including cheetahs, jaguars, leopards, and clouded leopards—six of which are considered endangered. The sanctuary is committed to conservation through education and provides a safe, enriching habitat for its animal ambassadors.

This year’s “Walk on the Wild Side” will also feature a special appearance by animal behaviorist and television personality Jarod Miller. Known for his hundreds of national television appearances—including The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien—Miller brings a passion for wildlife and a flair for entertainment that promises to inspire and educate.

The event is chaired by Judy Berens and supported by a dedicated committee of community leaders: Kim Jakubowski, John Greene, Peter and Diane Avonda, Francis Hill, Meg Weinberger, Stacy Walgreen, Kim Dryer, Mark Boyhan, Michelle Lefkowitz, Kathleen Gannon and Lindsay Strafuss.

Sponsorship opportunities offer unique perks and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Panther Ridge:

Cheetah Sponsor ($10,000+): Includes a Grand Benefactor plaque on your chosen cat’s enclosure, private tour for eight, and 10 event tickets with VIP table seating.
Jaguar Sponsor ($5,000): Benefactor plaque, private tour for six, and four event tickets.
Leopard Sponsor ($2,500): Personalized plaque, private tour for four, and two event tickets.
Clouded Leopard Sponsor ($1,000): Name listed on the website and two event tickets.

Founded to raise awareness for big cat conservation, Panther Ridge Conservation Center is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to the care and protection of endangered and threatened feline species.

For more information, to sponsor the event or to purchase tickets, click here or call (561) 795-8914.