Lincoln Childrens Zoo
- Assets
- $39.6m
- Revenue
- $8.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 289
- Location
- Lincoln, NE
- Founding
- 01/1994
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 47-0482255
Organization Overview
Lincoln Childrens Zoo is located in Lincoln, NE. The organization was established in 1994. 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 12/2023, Lincoln Childrens Zoo employed 289 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lincoln Childrens Zoo 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 12/2023, Lincoln Childrens Zoo generated $8.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $8.1m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 12.7% per year over the past 9 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ENRICH LIVES THROUGH FIRSTHAND INTERACTION WITH LIVING THINGS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GUEST SERVICES
FACILITY OPERATION
EDUCATION
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Evan Killeen CEO | Officer | 40 | $162,790 |
Sarah Wood COO | Officer | 40 | $125,034 |
John Chapo President Em | Officer | 40 | $132,523 |
Jack Abel Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Amy Anderson Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Blake Anderson Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,466,486 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,466,486 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,888,039 |
| Investment income | $388,433 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $136,150 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $1,342,815 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,099,954 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $8,321,877 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $438,869 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $351,095 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,749,645 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $59,609 |
| Other employee benefits | $196,566 |
| Payroll taxes | $242,610 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $13,561 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $39,910 |
| Fees for services: Other | $62,895 |
| Advertising and promotion | $103,181 |
| Office expenses | $43,499 |
| Information technology | $182,741 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $395,625 |
| Travel | $269 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,473,917 |
| Insurance | $208,023 |
| All other expenses | $875,295 |
| Total functional expenses | $8,112,787 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,624,965 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,681,079 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,425,782 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $54,430 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $7,894,000 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $137,054 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $36,103 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $18,009,202 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $7,516,064 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $267,421 |
| Total assets | $39,646,100 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,492,180 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $823,308 |
| 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 | $1,089,277 |
| Total liabilities | $3,404,765 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $34,279,071 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,962,264 |
| 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 | $39,646,100 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Friends Of The Zoo Of Kansas City Foundation Kansas City, MO | $12,232,735 | $4,506,282 |
Zoological Society Of Sioux Falls Great Plains Zoo & Museum Sioux Falls, SD | $32,183,723 | $7,505,438 |
Sedgwick County Zoological Society Inc Wichita, KS | $11,652,414 | $22,816,774 |
Lincoln Childrens Zoo Lincoln, NE | $39,646,100 | $8,321,877 |
Pueblo Zoological Society Pueblo, CO | $5,329,464 | $2,788,572 |
Friends Of The Zoo Of Springfield Missouri Inc Springfield, MO | $1,626,292 | $2,419,573 |
South Dakota Discovery Center Pierre, SD | $466,938 | $719,268 |
St Louis Aquarium At Union Station Foundation St Louis, MO | $1,960,255 | $558,181 |
Hope In The Valley Equine Rescueand Sanctuary Inc Valley Center, KS | $116,486 | $170,861 |
Cedar Cove Feline Conservation Park Inc Louisburg, KS | $832,250 | $307,149 |
Lincoln Childrens Zoo Auxiliary Lincoln, NE | $8,244,677 | -$205,428 |
Niabi Zoological Society Eldridge, IA | $1,329,365 | $156,455 |
Pueblo Zoological Society Foundation Pueblo, CO | $297,410 | $297,410 |
Mad Dog Water Polo Ballwin, MO | $0 | $0 |