Norristown Zoological Society
- Assets
- $59.3m
- Revenue
- $11.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 186
- Location
- Norristown, PA
- Founding
- 06/1976
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 23-1970067
Organization Overview
Norristown Zoological Society, operating under the name Elmwood Park Zoo, is located in Norristown, PA. The organization was established in 1976. 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 12/2022, Elmwood Park Zoo employed 186 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Elmwood Park 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 12/2022, Elmwood Park Zoo generated $11.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $11.7m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 12.3% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
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Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PURPOSES, EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ABOUT WILDLIFE, PRESERVATION OF ENDANGERED SPECIES & CONSERVATION. AS AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION, THE ZOO HOSTS MANY PUBLIC EVENTS TO INFORM AND ENTERTAIN ITS GUESTS. SUCH EVENTS INCLUDE ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH THE ANIMALS, BRUNCHES WITH ANTA, PARTY FOR THE PLANET, ZOOSNOOZE OVERNIGHT CAMPOUTS, BOO AT THE ZOO WEEKENDS, AND MANY MORE. EACH SUMMER, THE ZOO HOSTS BEAST OF A FEAST, ITS LARGEST ANNUAL FUNDRAISER WITH DOZENS OF LOCAL VENDORS THAT SHOWCASE THE BEST FOOD DROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY. PER ITS DESIGNATION AS A CERTIFED AUTISM CENTER, THE ZOO HOSTSMONTHLY EARLY ACCESS MORNINGS TO CATER TO GUESTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND THEIR CARETAKERS. THE ZOO OFFERS INTERSHIPS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN EACH OF ITS DEPARTMENTS. GUESTS OUTSIDE THE ZOO CAN ENJOY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS LIKE ZOO-ON-WHEELS, IN WHICH EDUCATORS ON STAFF TRAVEL WITH ANIMALS TO SCHOOLS, CAMPS, COMMUNITY EVENT, SENIOR CENTERS, AND MALLS TO PROMOTE THE MISSION OF THE ZOO. CHILDREN AGES 6-11 CAN ENJOY THE ZOO'S DAY CAMPS, HELD EACH SPRING AND SUMMER. IN ADDITION TO THE SPECIAL EVENTS HELD THOUGHOUT THE YEAR, THE ZOO HOSTS REGULAR EVENTS EACH MONTH TO CATER TO ITS MEMBERS, AND THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE. THERE ARE TWO MEMBER MORNING HELD EACH MONTH GIVING ZOO MEMBERSS THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENTER THE ZOO BEFORE IT OPENS TO THE PUBLIC. THERE ARE ALSO REGULARLY SCHEDULED NORRISTOWN FREE DAYS, PROVIDING FREE ZOO ADMISSION ON THOSE DAYS TO RESIDENTS OF THE NORRISTOWN BOROUGH. THE ZOO FREQUENTLY PARTNERS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS TO HELP EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ABOUT ITS MISSION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cherifa N Howarth President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Dohn Millard Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jim Cohn Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jolin Bachman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Paul R Decker Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dr Guy Denardo DVM Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Scott Building Corp Parking Lot Construction | 12/30/22 | $972,922 |
Zone's Catering Catering Services | 12/30/22 | $1,021,936 |
D&s Elite Construction Building & Fixing Projects | 12/30/22 | $834,056 |
Avm Investments Properties Food Service | 12/30/22 | $921,450 |
Charles Cross Architecture Architectural Design | 12/30/22 | $396,452 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $3,365,549 |
| Fundraising events | $84,750 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,083,222 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,375,760 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $135,538 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,909,281 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,054,208 |
| Investment income | $51,094 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $1,604,320 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$114,969 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $65,166 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $377,355 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $11,380,231 |
| 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. | $286,431 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $257,787 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,117,006 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $382,950 |
| Payroll taxes | $276,093 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $666 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $38,169 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $3,936 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $115,064 |
| Advertising and promotion | $496,012 |
| Office expenses | $184,717 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $206,621 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $196,620 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $997,893 |
| Insurance | $351,770 |
| All other expenses | $363,305 |
| Total functional expenses | $11,746,611 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $37,801,062 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $811,750 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $900,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $147,206 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $113,397 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $19,266,169 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $275,918 |
| Total assets | $59,315,502 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,268,569 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,211,148 |
| 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 | $4,054,896 |
| Other liabilities | $221,147 |
| Total liabilities | $6,755,760 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $13,937,864 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $38,621,878 |
| 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 | $59,315,502 |