Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc
- Assets
- $48.1m
- Revenue
- $16.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 109
- Location
- Newport, OR
- Founding
- 05/1985
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 93-0877807
Organization Overview
Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc is located in Newport, OR. The organization was established in 1985. 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 09/2022, Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc employed 109 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Oregon Coast Aquarium 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 09/2022, Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc generated $16.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $9.9m during the year ending 09/2022. While expenses have increased by 3.5% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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MARINE LIFE EXHIBITIONS AND CARE - THE AQUARIUM MAINTAINS AND CARES FOR OVER 500 SPECIES OF ANIMALS IN STUNNING INDOOR AND OUTDOOR EXHIBITS AT ITS 30-ACRE MARINE FACILITY. SOME OF THE CURRENT EXHIBITS INCLUDE PASSAGES OF THE DEEP, SEALS AND SEA LIONS, JELLIES, SEA OTTERS, GIANT PACIFIC OCTOPUS, SEABIRD AVIARY, AND OTHERS. THE PRIMARY FUNCTION OF THE ANIMAL HUSBANDRY DEPARTMENT IS TO PROVIDE CARE AND A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR THE MARINE ANIMALS. THE DEPARTMENT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY, LIFE SUPPORT, REHABILITATION, ANIMAL COLLECTION, TRANSPORT AND ALL DIVE PROGRAMS ASSOCIATED WITH THE AQUARIUM.
VISITOR SERVICES AND MARKETING - THE AQUARIUM PROVIDES INFORMATION AND RELATED SERVICES TO VISITORS, STUDENTS, RESEARCHERS, SCHOLARS, AND OTHERS INTERESTED IN THE AQUARIUM'S EXHIBITS, PROGRAMS, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES. IN ADDITION, THE AQUARIUM CONDUCTS BROADER EFFORTS TO COMMUNICATE WITH THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT MARINE LIFE AND OREGON'S COASTAL ECOSYSTEMS, AND PROMOTE THE AQUARIUM'S EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH - THE AQUARIUM OFFERS ONSITE, ONLINE AND OUTREACH EDUCATION PROGRAMS. THE AQUARIUM CREATES EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS, VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS, CAREER SHADOWS AND OTHER VIRTUAL PROGRAMS. THE AQUARIUM PARTNERS WITH LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT (LCSD) ON AN OCEAN LITERACY INITIATIVE - POSTING TEACHER RESOURCES WITH GRADE-SPECIFIC LESSONS LINKED TO NATIONAL OCEANIC GUIDELINES AND STATE STANDARDS. ALSO WORKING WITH LCSD, THE AQUARIUM PILOTED A MODIFIED VERSION OF OUR YOUTH VOLUNTEER PROGRAM TO TRAIN BI-LINGUAL NATURAL HISTORY INTERPRETERS. ON-SITE THE AQUARIUM FACILITATES BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOURS AND SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS. FUNDED BY IMLS, THE AQUARIUM'S EDUCATORS USE ANIMAL "AMBASSADORS" TO TEACH VISITORS ABOUT COASTAL WILDLIFE, AND INSTILL EMPATHY TOWARD MISUNDERSTOOD SPECIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Carrie Lewis President & CEO | Officer | 40 | $215,769 |
Jessica Holliday CFO (thru 3/2022) | Officer | 40 | $88,061 |
Signe Grimstad CPA Chair & Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
W Brent Denham Pe Pmp First Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Charlotte Boxer Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Greg Hoard Interim Dir. Of Fin. (from 3/2022) | Officer | 40 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Anderson Construction Construction Services | 9/29/22 | $352,756 |
Grady Britton Advertising Marketing | 9/29/22 | $195,000 |
Earthscape Play Inc Playground Design | 9/29/22 | $252,880 |
Dangermond Keane Architecture Llc Architecture | 9/29/22 | $222,457 |
Quality Concrete Construction Co Construction Contractor | 9/29/22 | $273,172 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $902,473 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,879,102 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,110,590 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $24,574 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,892,165 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $9,324,194 |
| Investment income | $25,224 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $35,239 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$106,241 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $222,487 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $16,429,682 |
| 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. | $326,263 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $278,364 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $115,925 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,374,887 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $69,535 |
| Other employee benefits | $635,997 |
| Payroll taxes | $343,214 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,466 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $193,682 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $10,800 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $511,327 |
| Advertising and promotion | $368,796 |
| Office expenses | $264,256 |
| Information technology | $35,872 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $658,769 |
| Travel | $59,386 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,211 |
| Interest | $336,128 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,128,962 |
| Insurance | $88,081 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $9,861,192 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,604,980 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $12,451,787 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,014,153 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $110,770 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $27,167 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $347,615 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $25,274,139 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,221,391 |
| Total assets | $48,052,002 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,196,799 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $12,585 |
| 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 | $6,317,010 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $82,425 |
| Total liabilities | $8,608,819 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $30,547,572 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $8,895,611 |
| 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 | $48,052,002 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc has recieved totaling $1,102,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Great Pacific Foundation PURPOSE: PUBLIC CHARITY | | $1,000,000 |
Miller Family Foundation Portland, OR PURPOSE: CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | $100,000 |
Robert S Dinsmore Foundation Of Texas Helotes, TX PURPOSE: CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION. | $2,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $70,848 |
| Earnings | -$16,329 |
| Net Contributions | $100,000 |
| Ending Balance | $154,519 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Santa Barbara Zoological Foundation Santa Barbara, CA | $40,270,576 | $18,277,956 |
Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc Newport, OR | $48,052,002 | $16,429,682 |
Sacramento Zoological Society Sacramento, CA | $22,939,033 | $14,099,663 |
Zoological Society Of Washington Issaquah, WA | $1,851,555 | $1,481,502 |
East Idaho Aquarium Corporation Idaho Falls, ID | $1,064,766 | $1,545,696 |
Safari Learning Center Inc Las Vegas, NV | $0 | $10,459 |
Gingers Pet Rescue Seattle, WA | $106,462 | $835,294 |
Aquarium Of Boise Inc Boise, ID | $169,333 | $598,465 |
C A T T A L E S Mead, WA | $370,626 | $441,834 |
Happy Hollow Corporation San Jose, CA | $772,144 | $622,352 |
Sierra Nevada Zoological Society Inc Reno, NV | $95,068 | $381,724 |
Northwest Trek Foundation Eatonville, WA | $495,466 | $165,918 |