American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc
- Assets
- $22.3m
- Revenue
- $13.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 39
- Location
- Silver Spring, MD
- Founding
- 06/1972
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 55-0526930
Organization Overview
American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc, operating under the name Association Of Zoos & Aquariums, is located in Silver Spring, MD. The organization was established in 1972. According to its NTEE Classification (D03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Association Of Zoos & Aquariums employed 39 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Association Of Zoos & Aquariums 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, Association Of Zoos & Aquariums generated $13.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $9.2m during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Association Of Zoos & Aquariums has awarded 245 individual grants totaling $8,864,064. 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CONSERVATION EDUCATION: AZA PROVIDES SUPPORT TO AZA MEMBERS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF ZOO AND AQUARIUM EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO ADVANCE THE UNDERSTANDING OF WILDLIFE. AZA PROVIDES ON-GOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, BOTH ON SITE AND ONLINE AND THROUGH CONFERENCES, PUBLICATIONS, WEBSITES, NEWSLETTERS, ETC. OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE EXCHANGE OF EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION ON A RANGE OF TOPICS RELEVANT TO THE ZOO AND AQUARIUM COMMUNITY.
PUBLIC EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION: AZA PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC, MEDIA, ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS REGARDING AZA PROGRAMS. MONITORS INDUSTRY NEWS. AZA PROVIDES EXCHANGE OF EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION THROUGH PUBLICATIONS (NEWSLETTER TO MEMBERS, DIRECTORY, BROCHURES, PUBLICATIONS, WEBSITE).
CONSERVATION & SCIENCE: AZA FACILITATES, SUPPORTS, PROMOTES AND COORDINATES COOPERATIVE ANIMAL MANAGEMENT, CONSERVATION AND SCIENTIFIC INITIATIVES OF AZA MEMBER INSTITUTIONS. PROGRAM PROVIDES GRANTS FOR CONSERVATION THROUGH THE CONSERVATION GRANTS FUND.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Daniel M Ashe President & CEO | Officer | 40 | $538,071 |
Craig Hoover Executive Vice President | Officer | 40 | $229,667 |
John C Keeney Jr General Counsel | 40 | $194,378 | |
Robert Vernon Sr. VP Of Communications & Marketing | 40 | $182,612 | |
Phil F Wagner Sr. VP Of Finance | Officer | 40 | $174,121 |
Steve G Olson Sr. VP Of Government Affairs | 40 | $160,650 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ketchum Consultant - Public Relations Services | 12/30/21 | $283,558 |
Delcor Consultant - It | 12/30/21 | $179,526 |
Masterprint Printing Services | 12/30/21 | $106,401 |
Markey's Audio Visual Inc Virtual Conferences | 12/30/21 | $124,250 |
Elizabeth Anne Firchau Consultant - Fl Coral Rescue | 12/30/21 | $130,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,800,905 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,657,839 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $89,794 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,458,744 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $6,750,987 |
| Investment income | $385,457 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $4,479 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $545,879 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $13,146,071 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,441,944 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $28,000 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,046,418 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $820,356 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,006,941 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $257,086 |
| Other employee benefits | $282,619 |
| Payroll taxes | $262,235 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $26,828 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $44,150 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $14,500 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $92,690 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,003,746 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $519,371 |
| Information technology | $255,445 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $382,845 |
| Travel | $39,509 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $270,569 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $101,106 |
| Insurance | $45,715 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $9,192,969 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $300 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,989,916 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $200,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $477,806 |
| 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 | $378,199 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $702,807 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $15,462,678 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $41,657 |
| Total assets | $22,253,363 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,703,241 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,746,258 |
| 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 | $1,142,869 |
| Total liabilities | $4,592,368 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $9,661,216 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $7,999,779 |
| 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 | $22,253,363 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc has awarded $1,361,946 in support to 39 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: POPULATION MANAGEMENT CENTER | $374,366 |
Saint Louis, MO PURPOSE: RMC & CONSERVATION PROJECTS | $160,081 |
Tampa, FL PURPOSE: FCNN GRANT, P4P, CONSERVATION PROJECTS & FL BROODSTOCK CORAL HOLDING | $114,205 |
Asheboro, NC PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROJECTS | $50,000 |
Seattle, WA PURPOSE: CONSERVATION PROJECTS | $49,410 |
Corpus Christi, TX PURPOSE: SEA TURTLE RESCUE | $44,514 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc has recieved totaling $159,913.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $99,615 |
Sea Research Foundation Inc Mystic, CT PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $28,209 |
Detroit Zoological Society Royal Oak, MI PURPOSE: Conservation Support | $20,000 |
Akron Zoological Park Akron, OH PURPOSE: HURRICANE RELIEF FOR AZA FACILITIES | $6,000 |
Zoological Society Of San Diego San Diego, CA PURPOSE: CONSERVATION SUPPORT FOR SEA TURTLES | $6,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $89 |
Endowment Analysis
| Earnings | $76,075 |
| Net Contributions | $1,569,500 |
| Ending Balance | $1,645,575 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc Silver Spring, MD | $22,253,363 | $13,146,071 |
Aaalac International Inc Frederick, MD | $15,842,105 | $7,576,919 |
Association Of Fish And Wildlife Agencies Washington, DC | $6,137,558 | $5,275,163 |
Animal Health Institute Washington, DC | $15,292,538 | $5,882,456 |
Wildlife Society Inc Bethesda, MD | $4,469,744 | $2,626,218 |
Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council Alexandria, VA | $1,176,212 | $2,225,191 |
Adhesive & Sealant Council Alexandria, VA | $4,455,927 | $2,044,100 |
Maryland Horse Breeders Association Inc Reisterstown, MD | $2,965,855 | $2,240,057 |
American College Of Veterinary Radiology West Chester, PA | $3,565,569 | $1,391,033 |
American Birding Association Inc Delaware City, DE | $268,634 | $1,055,914 |
Pet Industry Distributors Association Southeastern, PA | $2,928,455 | $469,966 |
Society For Integrative And Comparative Biology Herndon, VA | $2,627,255 | $935,580 |