Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc
- Assets
- $96.9m
- Revenue
- $33.4m
- Investments
- $26.9m
- Employees
- 417
- Location
- Atlanta, GA
- Founding
- 03/1986
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 58-1655184
Organization Overview
Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc, operating under the name Zoo Atlanta, is located in Atlanta, GA. The organization was established in 1986. 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, Zoo Atlanta employed 417 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Zoo Atlanta 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, Zoo Atlanta generated $33.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $26.6m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.3% 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 2018, Zoo Atlanta has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $141,240. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
ZOO ATLANTA'S MISSION IS TO SAVE WILDLIFE AND THEIR HABITATS THROUGH RESEARCH, CONSERVATION, EDUCATION AND ENGAGING EXPERIENCES. THE ZOO'S EFFORTS CONNECT PEOPLE TO ANIMALS AND INSPIRE CONSERVATION ACTION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE ANIMAL COLLECTION & WORK WITH ENDANGERED SPECIES:ANIMAL HIGHLIGHTS IN 2021 INCLUDED THE ARRIVAL OF A FEMALE SOUTHERN WHITE RHINOCEROS IN OCTOBER 2021. HER MOVE TO ATLANTA WAS RECOMMENDED BY THE ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS' (AZA) WHITE RHINO SPECIES SURVIVAL PLAN (SSP). ADDITIONALLY, ZOO ATLANTA CELEBRATED THE FIRST EVER HATCHING OF AN ENDANGERED LAPPET-FACED VULTURE CHICK IN 2021. THE ZOO ALSO CELEBRATED A MAJOR BIRTHDAY MILESTONE IN 2021 FOR WESTERN LOWLAND GORILLA OZZIE. HE PASSED AWAY IN FEBRUARY 2022, AND AT THE AGE OF 61, HE WAS THE WORLD'S OLDEST MALE GORILLA ON RECORD.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DIVERSITY EFFORTS:THE ZOO INCORPORATES ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS INTO ITS BUSINESS BY REDUCING IMPACT THROUGH POLLUTION PREVENTION, WASTE REDUCTION AND CONSERVATION OF RESOURCES. THE GREEN TEAM MONITORS THE ZOO'S ENVIRONMENTAL EFFORTS AND MAINTAINS A SUSTAINABLE WORKPLACE. THE ZOO'S BOARD AND TEAM MEMBERS ARE COMPOSED OF TALENTED INDIVIDUALS FROM VARIOUS PROFESSIONAL, RELIGIOUS, ETHNIC, SOCIO-ECONOMIC, CIVIC AND POLITICAL BACKGROUNDS REFLECTIVE OF THE DIVERSE COMMUNITY. THROUGH THE SUPPLIER DIVERSITY PROGRAM, THE ZOO CONDUCTED BUSINESS WITH 96 MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES IN 2021.
EDUCATION & CONSERVATION:IN 2021, THE ZOO'S PUBLIC, SCHOOL AND FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAMS SERVED 632,092 INDIVIDUALS. EDUCATION PROGRAMS CREATE FUN AND ENGAGING EXPERIENCES TO CONNECT ZOO VISITORS WITH WILDLIFE, PROVIDE AND SUPPORT SCIENCE CURRICULA TO IMPROVE STUDENTS' UNDERSTANDING OF THE NATURAL WORLD AND EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS TO TAKE ACTION. THE QUARTERS FOR CONSERVATION PROGRAM DONATES 25 CENTS OF EVERY ZOO ADMISSION TICKET TO CONSERVATION PROJECTS FOR WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES AROUND THE WORLD. THE MABEL DORN REEDER CONSERVATION ENDOWMENT FUND AWARDED FIVE GRANTS TOTALING $49,100 IN 2021.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Raymond B King CEO & President | Officer | 40 | $607,315 |
Russell Jacobs CFO & COO | Officer | 40 | $171,984 |
Cary Burgess Sr. VP - Operations | 40 | $150,357 | |
Eric Hall VP Facilities & Construction | 40 | $149,770 | |
Hayley Murphy Deputy Director - Former | 40 | $147,367 | |
Zoe Nieminen VP & Chief Advancement Officer | 40 | $146,934 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Proof Of The Pudding By Mgr Catering | 12/30/21 | $212,027 |
Dalton Agency Advertising | 12/30/21 | $918,391 |
Gbm - General Building Maintenance Inc Janitorial Services | 12/30/21 | $801,012 |
Hanart Culture Llc Lantern Festival | 12/30/21 | $338,007 |
Dynamic Security Inc Loss Prevention Services | 12/30/21 | $191,098 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $4,493,901 |
| Fundraising events | $904,128 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,239,567 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $7,415,504 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $229,762 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $15,053,100 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $14,953,579 |
| Investment income | $163,269 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $161,808 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$178,185 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,352,365 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $33,379,671 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $62,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $27,972 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,583,589 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $309,249 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $9,734,107 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $68,828 |
| Other employee benefits | $984,745 |
| Payroll taxes | $873,526 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $29,918 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $83,295 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $28,500 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $667,130 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,061,346 |
| Office expenses | $1,056,442 |
| Information technology | $231,403 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,278,791 |
| Travel | $32,171 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $16,803 |
| Interest | $2,210 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,255,533 |
| Insurance | $705,793 |
| All other expenses | $1,183,790 |
| Total functional expenses | $26,620,716 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $11,319,825 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $793,546 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,576,957 |
| 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 | $441,791 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $44,256,048 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $10,445,010 |
| Investments—other securities | $26,866,362 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,158,715 |
| Total assets | $96,858,254 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,288,302 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $638,120 |
| 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 | $4,731 |
| Total liabilities | $3,931,153 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $80,440,491 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $12,486,610 |
| 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 | $96,858,254 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc has awarded $62,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: TO HELP WITH ELEPHANTS | $50,000 |
Decatur, GA PURPOSE: GIANT OTTER CONSERVATION | $6,000 |
Portland, OR PURPOSE: INVERTEBRATE CONSERVATION FOR BEES & POLLINATORS | $6,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 20 grants that Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc has recieved totaling $1,792,561.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Robert W Woodruff Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: OPERATING SUPPORT IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. | $1,500,000 |
Rich Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: ANNUAL GIFT | $50,000 |
Ford Motor Co Fund Dearborn, MI PURPOSE: BETTER WORLD | $50,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $37,479 |
Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund Boston, MA PURPOSE: TO FURTHER THE ORGANIZATION'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | $30,000 |
The Community Foundation For Greater Atlanta Inc Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: ANIMAL-RELATED | $26,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $10,543,256 |
| Earnings | $1,639,916 |
| Net Contributions | $1,607,204 |
| Other Expense | $1,303,766 |
| Ending Balance | $12,486,610 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Georgia Aquarium Inc Atlanta, GA | $503,886,431 | $115,181,059 |
Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc Atlanta, GA | $96,858,254 | $33,379,671 |
Lowry Park Zoological Society Of Tampa Inc Tampa, FL | $46,650,446 | $23,178,622 |
Tennessee Aquarium Chattanooga, TN | $81,821,526 | $36,742,855 |
Jacksonville Zoological Society Inc Jacksonville, FL | $79,943,781 | $26,076,784 |
Florida Aquarium Inc Tampa, FL | $42,232,591 | $36,794,893 |
Nashville Zoo Inc Nashville, TN | $146,729,311 | $49,123,264 |
Memphis Zoo Inc Memphis, TN | $24,426,564 | $30,595,346 |
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Inc Clearwater, FL | $104,457,878 | $13,268,223 |
Knoxville Zoological Gardens Inc Knoxville, TN | $67,432,773 | $17,092,584 |
East Coast Zoological Society Of Florida Inc Melbourne, FL | $43,939,395 | $22,350,006 |
Birmingham Zoo Inc Birmingham, AL | $47,894,948 | $17,281,079 |