Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc
- Assets
- $38.6m
- Revenue
- $21.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 295
- Location
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Founding
- 06/1967
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 35-6068234
Organization Overview
Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc is located in Fort Wayne, IN. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (D11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc employed 295 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc 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, Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc generated $21.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $10.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 0.8% 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 2015, Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc has awarded 32 individual grants totaling $410,806. 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
TO CONNECT KIDS AND ANIMALS, STRENGTHEN FAMILIES, AND INSPIRE PEOPLE TO CARE. THE FORT WAYNE ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY, INC. ACCOMPLISHES THIS BY MANAGING AND OPERATING THE FORT WAYNE CHILDREN'S ZOO. THE ZOO WORKS DILIGENTLY TO INTEGRATE CONSERVATION MESSAGES INTO ALL ASPECTS OF ZOO OPERATIONS, FROM EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO KEEPER CHATS. THE ZOO PARTICIPATES IN CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS FOR MORE THAN 90 RARE AND ENDANGERED ANIMAL SPECIES. PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY THE ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS & AQUARIUMS (AZA), INCLUDE SPECIES SURVIVAL PLANS, TAXON ADVISORY GROUPS, AND SAFE (SAVING ANIMALS FROM EXTINCTION). THE ZOO HAS AN ANIMAL RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION COMMITTEE THAT FACILITATES PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL AND WORLDWIDE ORGANIZATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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EDUCATIONAL & MEMBERSHIP SERVICES:DURING THE REGULAR 2021 SEASON, THE ZOO WELCOMED 636,461 GUESTS, MARKING A RECORD-BREAKING ATTENDANCE YEAR. OUR EDUCATION TEAM AND VOLUNTEERS PROVIDED DAILY EDUCATIONAL INTERACTIONS WITH GUESTS AT VARIOUS EXHIBITS DAILY, HOSTED HUNDREDS OF FREE MINI-CLASSES FOR SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS AND HOSTED OVER A DOZEN FREE EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY DAYS DURING THE SEASON. WILD ZOO HALLOWEEN ALSO SAW RECORD ATTENDANCE, WELCOMING 35,298 GUESTS FOR THIS MULTI-WEEKEND EVENT. COMBINED, THE TOTAL ATTENDANCE FOR THE SEASON WAS 679,138 GUESTS. MEMBERSHIP SALES ALSO SAW RECORD GROWTH IN 2021, WITH OUR GUEST SERVICES TEAM PROCESSING MORE THAN 19,228 HOUSEHOLD MEMBERSHIP PURCHASES. THIS WAS A 68% INCREASE OVER THE 11,444 MEMBERSHIPS SOLD DURING OUR SHORTENED 2020 SEASON WHICH WAS SEVERELY IMPACTED BY THE PANDEMIC. HOWEVER, THE NUMBER SOLD IN 2021 NOT ONLY HELPED US REGAIN MEMBERS LOST IN 2020 BUT GAIN ADDITIONAL MEMBER HOUSEHOLDS OVER OUR MULTI-YEAR AVERAGE OF 15,000 HOUSEHOLDS.
ANIMAL EXHIBITS AND IMPROVEMENTS:THE ZOO WELCOMED MANY NEW ANIMALS IN 2021, SUCH AS MOJO AND NYA, OUR NEWEST PAIR OF MARABOU STORKS; AS WELL AS CHARLIE, A MALE SERVAL THAT WILL JOIN OUR FEMALE, SERENA ON EXHIBIT IN 2022. WE WATCHED AS OUR TWO CRITICALLY ENDANGERED CLOUDED LEOPARDS, RAURY AND SANJI GREW INTO A BONDED PAIR AND CAN NOW BE FOUND LYING TOGETHER, GROOMING EACH OTHER, AND PLAYING. IN OUR INDONESIAN RAIN FOREST DOME, WE ADDED A PAIR OF VICTORIA-CROWNED PIGEONS TO THE EXHIBIT. THESE LARGE, DARK BLUE BIRDS WITH STRIKING PLUMAGE, QUICKLY BECAME A FAVORITE AMONG GUESTS. WE ALSO CELEBRATED THE 33RD BIRTHDAY OF ZURI, THE MATRIARCH OF OUR GIRAFFE HERD AND THE OLDEST GIRAFFE IN HUMAN CARE. NEAR THE END OF 2021, WE STARTED CONSTRUCTION ON A MAJOR RENOVATION AND ENLARGEMENT OF OUR RED PANDA EXHIBIT AREA. THIS AREA IS SET TO REOPEN IN SUMMER 2023.
ZOO OPERATIONS:CARING FOR MORE THAN 1,400 ANIMALS IS A BIG TASK AND SOMETHING OUR TEAM IS PROUD TO CARRY OUT EACH DAY. LIKE MOST AZA ACCREDITED ZOOS, PAYROLL IS OUR LARGEST EXPENSE WITH THE MAJORITY OF THOSE DOLLARS BEING SPENT DIRECTLY ON ANIMAL CARE. INVESTING IN OUR TEAM IS VITAL TO CARRYING OUT OUR MISSION AND PROVIDING THE BEST POSSIBLE CARE AND ENRICHMENT FOR OUR AMAZING ANIMALS. WE HAVE AN ON-SITE VETERINARY HOSPITAL, ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY LAB, AND COMMISSARY TEAM TO SUPPORT DAILY ANIMAL CARE NEEDS. TO SUPPORT THESE EMPLOYEES AND OUR VISITING GUESTS, WE ALSO HAVE EMPLOYEES WHO FOCUS ON PARK OPERATIONS, FACILITIES MAINTENANCE, GUEST SERVICES, FINANCE, PHILANTHROPY, AND MEMBERSHIP. WE HAVE A STRONG VOLUNTEER PROGRAM AND LAST YEAR OUR TEEN AND ADULT VOLUNTEERS, ALONG WITH INTERNS, DONATED 44,400 HOURS OF THEIR TIME TO THE ZOO.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
James Anderson Thru Jan 2021 Former Executive Director - Zoo | Officer | 50 | $632,002 |
Rick Schuiteman Executive Director - Zoo | Officer | 50 | $179,512 |
Amy Lazoff Director Of Development | 50 | $128,027 | |
Sara Morales Director Of Finance | Officer | 50 | $113,032 |
Chuck Surack President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Ron Turpin Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Hagerman Inc Construction | 12/30/21 | $383,846 |
Ssa Group Admissions / Retail / Catering | 12/30/21 | $298,863 |
Lpb Riding Stables Animal Experiences / Horse Rides | 12/30/21 | $233,420 |
Worldpay Integrated Services Payment Systems | 12/30/21 | $232,758 |
Msktd & Associates Architect | 12/30/21 | $245,682 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $718,905 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $3,860,703 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,936,033 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $3,167,696 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,515,641 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $9,114,793 |
| Investment income | $481,971 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $1,163,595 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $681,078 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $270,183 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $21,227,261 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $227,868 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $13,392 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $125,864 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,084,716 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $101,886 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,452,221 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $75,142 |
| Other employee benefits | $465,580 |
| Payroll taxes | $342,731 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $11,379 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $75,514 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $134,525 |
| Fees for services: Other | $132,449 |
| Advertising and promotion | $150,909 |
| Office expenses | $113,666 |
| Information technology | $175,392 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $870,967 |
| Travel | $9,289 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $27,712 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $243,484 |
| Insurance | $109,414 |
| All other expenses | $1,094,830 |
| Total functional expenses | $10,790,421 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $28,571 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,733,579 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $474,614 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $22,179 |
| 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 | $390,887 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,814,689 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $25,123,900 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $14,120 |
| Total assets | $38,602,539 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $806,299 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,120,883 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,927,182 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $18,656,690 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $18,018,667 |
| 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 | $38,602,539 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc has awarded $210,000 in support to 14 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Orlando, FL PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROGRAM | $50,000 |
West Lafayette, IN PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROGRAM | $20,000 |
Omaha, NE PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROGRAM | $20,000 |
Eugene, OR PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROGRAM | $15,000 |
PAN AFRICAN SANCTUARY ALLIANCE PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROGRAM | $15,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROGRAM | $15,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc has recieved totaling $4,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Tim And Libby Ash Family Foundation Inc Fort Wayne, IN PURPOSE: FORT WAYNE CHILDREN'S ZOO | $4,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $16,823,707 |
| Earnings | $3,445,404 |
| Admin Expense | $128,181 |
| Net Contributions | $3,151,720 |
| Other Expense | $878,416 |
| Grants | $2,591 |
| Ending Balance | $22,411,643 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Friends Of The Zoo Inc Of Kansas City Mo Kansas City, MO | $18,549,141 | $31,488,365 |
The Saint Louis Zoo Foundation Saint Louis, MO | $186,470,677 | $57,800,595 |
Zoological Society Of Milwaukee County Milwaukee, WI | $14,195,858 | $13,548,879 |
Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc Fort Wayne, IN | $38,602,539 | $21,227,261 |
Max Mcgraw Wildlife Foundation Dundee, IL | $31,238,913 | $10,078,461 |
Red Bird Hollow Foundation Lake Forest, IL | $3,856,543 | $2,824,118 |
Oshkosh Area Humane Society Inc Oshkosh, WI | $5,917,791 | $3,072,966 |
Thoroughbred Charities Of America Inc Lexington, KY | $1,465,431 | $1,222,908 |
Animal House Fund St Louis, MO | $524,779 | $599,440 |
Richardson Wildlife Foundation West Brooklyn, IL | $5,417,639 | $691,458 |
Louisville Zoo Foundation Inc Louisville, KY | $7,356,723 | $2,073,409 |
Friends Of Chicago Animal Care And Control Inc Chicago, IL | $871,858 | $298,951 |