American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc
- Assets
- $29.6m
- Revenue
- $31.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 49
- Location
- Silver Spring, MD
- Founding
- 06/1972
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- 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 12/2023, Association Of Zoos & Aquariums employed 49 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 12/2022, Association Of Zoos & Aquariums generated $31.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $28.7m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 13.1% per year over the past 8 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, Association Of Zoos & Aquariums has awarded 352 individual grants totaling $27,648,158. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SEE SCHEDULE O
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
ENDANGERED SPECIES RELIEF FUND: THE ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS (AZA) AND THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (FWS) HAVE ENTERED INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT TO IMPLEMENT SECTION 6003(A)(2) OF PUBLIC LAW (P.L.) 117-2, THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT.FWS ENTERED INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH AZA TO PROVIDE REIMBURSEMENTS TO ELIGIBLE FACILITIES THAT CARED FOR NATIVE ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES AND RESCUED AND CONFISCATED WILDLIFE AND THAT EXPERIENCED EARNED REVENUE DECLINES AS A RESULT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. FUNDS WERE DIRECTED TOWARD REIMBURSING ELIGIBLE FACILITIES FOR THE FOLLOWING THREE CAPTIVE CARE CATEGORIES: 1) U.S. NATIVE PLANT AND ANIMAL SPECIES LISTED (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Brian L Davis Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Adrienne Rowland Chair-Elect | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Lisa New Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Norberto J Castro Past Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Rich Block Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Glenn D Dobrogosz Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Markey's Audio Visual Inc Audio/visual Services | 12/30/22 | $292,098 |
Masterprint Printing Services | 12/30/22 | $167,895 |
Ketchum Inc Public Relations Services | 12/30/22 | $153,930 |
Centerplate Banquet Services | 12/30/22 | $357,103 |
Delcor It Services | 12/30/22 | $148,799 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $19,095,936 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,546,628 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $21,642,564 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $9,238,761 |
| Investment income | $468,232 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $3,092 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$180,083 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $31,309,593 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $18,963,961 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $14,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $10,000 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,098,045 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $886,792 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,183,692 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $274,977 |
| Other employee benefits | $348,698 |
| Payroll taxes | $268,048 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $11,180 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $46,170 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $14,625 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $89,762 |
| Fees for services: Other | $753,733 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $703,059 |
| Information technology | $276,903 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $356,072 |
| Travel | $218,365 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,893,405 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $125,420 |
| Insurance | $59,243 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $28,739,293 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $300 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,865,415 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,464,336 |
| 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 | $344,632 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $612,020 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $14,772,164 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,558,720 |
| Total assets | $29,617,587 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,738,338 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $5,318,065 |
| 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 | $4,782,502 |
| Total liabilities | $11,838,905 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,239,216 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $7,539,466 |
| 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 | $29,617,587 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Association Of Zoological Parks And Aquariums Inc has awarded $18,784,094 in support to 107 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ADVENTURE AQUARIUM PURPOSE: P4P & ENDANGERED SPECIES COVID RELIEF | $70,841 |
ALASKA SEALIFE CENTER PURPOSE: ENDANGERED SPECIES COVID RELIEF | $188,229 |
AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC PURPOSE: ENDANGERED SPECIES COVID RELIEF | $50,855 |
ALEXANDRIA ZOOLOGICAL PARK PURPOSE: ENDANGERED SPECIES COVID RELIEF | $42,316 |
ARIZONA CENTER FOR NATURE CONSERVATION PURPOSE: P4P & ENDANGERED SPECIES COVID RELIEF | $206,529 |
ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM PURPOSE: ENDANGERED SPECIES COVID RELIEF | $114,609 |