Cleveland Zoological Society
- Assets
- $29.2m
- Revenue
- $12.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 27
- Location
- Cleveland, OH
- Founding
- 01/1958
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 34-0816490
Organization Overview
Cleveland Zoological Society is located in Cleveland, OH. The organization was established in 1958. According to its NTEE Classification (D50) the organization is classified as: Zoos & Aquariums, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Cleveland Zoological Society employed 27 individuals. This organization is the central organization for a national or regional group of organizations. Cleveland Zoological Society is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Cleveland Zoological Society generated $12.8m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $10.9m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.3% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2014, Cleveland Zoological Society has awarded 35 individual grants totaling $39,537,481. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CONNECTING PEOPLE WITH WILDLIFE
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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IN 2021, THE ZOO SOCIETY BEGAN TO RECOVER FROM THE FINANCIAL STRESS BROUGHT ON BY COVID-19 IN 2020. WE EXCEEDED OUR REVENUE GOALS FOR ANNUAL OPERATIONS AND EVENTS, INCLUDING RECORD MEMBERSHIP REVENUE OF $4.7 MILLION, AND THE ADDITION OF 11,000 NEW FAMILIES TO OUR MEMBERSHIP BASE. THE ZOO SOCIETY CONTINUED DIGITAL MEMBERSHIP COMMUNICATIONS AND RETURNED TO IN-PERSON EVENTS. IN TURN, THE ZOO SOCIETY PROVIDED $2,734,530 IN GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT TO CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO.
IN 2021, THE ZOO SOCIETY SECURED $4,270,000 IN CAPITAL PROJECT SUPPORT. IN JULY 2021, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMMITTED $650,000 IN SUPPORT OF A CLEVELAND METROPARKS LAND ACQUISITION ADJACENT TO THE ZOO. IN OCTOBER 2021, THE ZOO SOCIETY COMMITTED $3.5 MILLION IN SUPPORT OF THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW TROPICAL BEAR HABITAT. THIS MONEY WAS DONOR DESIGNATED FOR THE TROPICAL BEAR PROJECT. THE HABITAT WILL BREAK GROUND IN 2022. ALSO IN OCTOBER, THE ZOO SOCIETY COMMITTED $120,000 FOR NEW AMBASSADOR ANIMAL HOLDING QUARTERS.
THE ZOO SOCIETY PROVIDED NEARLY $1.2 MILLION TO THE ZOO IN SUPPORT OF ITS EDUCATION, CONSERVATION, ANIMAL CARE PROGRAMS, AND OTHER SPECIAL PROJECTS.THE ZOO SOCIETY PROVIDED MORE THAN $263,000 IN SUPPORT OF ANIMAL CARE PROGRAMMING, THE RESULT OF A PUBLIC FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN TO OFFSET THE COST OF KEEPING ANIMAL CARE AND WELFARE AT THE HIGHEST-STANDARDS EVEN DURING THE FINANCIAL CHALLENGES BROUGHT BY COVID-19. THE ZOO SOCIETY PROVIDED $667,000 IN SUPPORT OF CONSERVATION PROGRAMMING. THIS FUNDING WAS A BLEND OF GENEROUS DONATIONS, (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)INVESTMENT SPINOFFS, AS WELL AS A PORTION OF EACH MEMBERSHIP PURCHASED IN THE YEAR. PUBLIC NAMING CONTESTS FOR THE BABY ORANGUTAN AND TIGER CUBS RESULTED IN MORE THAN $20,000 FOR CONSERVATION AND HELPED ENGAGE THE PUBLIC IN EDUCATION EFFORTS ABOUT THESE SPECIES AND THEIR HABITATS IN THE WILD.THE ZOO SOCIETY PROVIDED $250,000 IN SUPPORT OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sarah Crupi Executive Director | Officer | 50 | $174,760 |
Mary Mcmillan Controller | Officer | 45 | $116,160 |
Leta Obertacz Director Of Advancement | 50 | $111,539 | |
Shelly M Peet Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Christine Myeroff President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Thomas G Fistek Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Hkm Printing Services Llc Printing | 12/30/21 | $120,176 |
Medical Mutual Ohio Health Insurance | 12/30/21 | $107,858 |
Aramark Sports & Entertainment Event Catering | 12/30/21 | $410,197 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $4,777,200 |
| Fundraising events | $196,058 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $285,960 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,259,580 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $500,136 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $11,518,798 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $311,583 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $877,487 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $138,263 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $12,846,131 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $8,074,762 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $232,795 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $344,766 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $49,429 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,059,961 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $90,992 |
| Other employee benefits | $16,907 |
| Payroll taxes | $94,118 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $13,660 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $47,227 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $43,350 |
| Advertising and promotion | $29,305 |
| Office expenses | $53,022 |
| Information technology | $85,027 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $5,113 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $51,847 |
| Insurance | $153,438 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $10,879,215 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,835,131 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,607,269 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $3,576,968 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $62,276 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $106,202 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $14,964,487 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,034,514 |
| Total assets | $29,186,847 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,045,330 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $10,000 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $73,030 |
| Total liabilities | $8,128,360 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $16,825,773 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,232,714 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $29,186,847 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Cleveland Zoological Society has awarded $5,252,765 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT PURPOSE: CAPITAL PROJECTS | $4,270,000 |
CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT PURPOSE: FIELD CONSERVATION | $434,205 |
CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $285,518 |
CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT PURPOSE: ANIMAL CARE AND RESEARCH | $263,042 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Cleveland Zoological Society has recieved totaling $20,250.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Albert G And Olive H Schlink Foundation Sandusky, OH PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $7,500 |
Swagelok Foundation Solon, OH PURPOSE: TO FURTHER THE ORGANIZATION'S TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
Swagelok Foundation Solon, OH PURPOSE: TO FURTHER THE ORGANIZATION'S TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | $4,750 |
Ruth & Elmer Babin Foundation Beachwood, OH PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $2,500 |
Luciano Family Foundation Independence, OH PURPOSE: GENERAL | $500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $7,796,120 |
| Earnings | $1,390,785 |
| Grants | $208,500 |
| Ending Balance | $8,978,405 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Zoological Society Of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH | $249,826,944 | $86,872,035 |
Detroit Zoological Society Royal Oak, MI | $71,019,757 | $55,152,416 |
Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc Indianapolis, IN | $177,325,453 | $23,714,934 |
Zoological Society Of Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA | $118,635,708 | $26,529,421 |
Toledo Zoological Society Toledo, OH | $155,300,570 | $33,389,335 |
Zoological Society Of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | $75,149,529 | $27,701,336 |
Akron Zoological Park Akron, OH | $85,745,388 | $19,333,819 |
Cleveland Zoological Society Cleveland, OH | $29,186,847 | $12,846,131 |
Norristown Zoological Society Norristown, PA | $59,730,142 | $48,318,242 |
Binder Park Zoological Society Inc Battle Creek, MI | $12,225,124 | $8,541,958 |
Potawatomi Zoological Society Inc South Bend, IN | $5,034,664 | $7,129,735 |
Lehigh Valley Zoological Society Schnecksville, PA | $4,150,376 | $5,175,034 |