American Association Of Zoo Keepers
- Assets
- $650.0k
- Revenue
- $561.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Chandler, AZ
- Founding
- 01/1992
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 23-7274856
Organization Overview
American Association Of Zoo Keepers is located in Chandler, AZ. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (W03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 12/2022, American Association Of Zoo Keepers employed 4 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Association Of Zoo Keepers 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, American Association Of Zoo Keepers generated $561.9k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (4.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $595.8k during the year ending 12/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.9%) per year over the past 8 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2014, American Association Of Zoo Keepers has awarded 34 individual grants totaling $3,648,607. 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
THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF ZOO KEEPERS EXISTS TO ADVANCE EXCELLENCE IN THE ANIMAL KEEPING PROFESSION, FOSTER EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION BENEFICIAL TO ANIMAL CARE, SUPPORT DESERVING CONSERVATION PROJECTS, AND PROMOTE THE PRESERVATION OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES AND ANIMAL LIFE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
BOWLING FOR RHINOS - CONCEIVED TO PROVIDE CONSISTENT ANNUAL FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THREE INTERNATIONAL SPECIES CONSERVATION SANCTUARIES THAT PRIMARILY EXIST TO PROVIDE HABITAT AND ANTI-POACHING PROTECTION FOR FIVE (5) SPECIES OF RHINO. THE SANCTUARIES ALSO PROTECT A MYRIAD OF SPECIES COMMONLY FOUND WITHIN THE SHARED ECOSYSTEM. OVER 80 ANNUAL BOWLING FOR RHINO EVENTS ARE HELD THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES, CANADA AND AUSTRALIA. MONEY DONATIONS ARE ALSO RECEIVED VIA THE INTERNET. THE PROGRAM ALSO FUNDS AN ANNUAL DEDICATED GRANTING OPPORTUNITY IN RHINO RESEARCH, CONSERVATION OR RHINO HORN DEMAND EDUCATION ADMINISTERED BY THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF ZOO KEEPERS.
TREES FOR YOU AND ME - A CLIMATE CHANGE INITIATIVE PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDES GRANT(S) TO FELLOW NON-PROFITS OR INTERNATIONAL REGISTED CHARITIES, THAT REFOREST AREAS IMPACTED BY CLIMATE CHANGE, NATURAL DISASTERS OR OTHER REFORESTATION PROGRAMS BOTH WITH THE US OR OUTSIDE THE US.
ANIMAL KEEPERS' FORUM - PUBLICATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF A MONTHLY MAGAZINE DEDICATED TO EXOTIC ANIMAL HUSBANDRY REACHING APPROXIMATELY 2,600 MEMBERS WORLDWIDE IN PRINT AND ELECTRONIC FORMAT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ed Hansen Ceo/cfo | Officer | 40 | $47,700 |
Sara Bjerklie Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Paul Brandenburger President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Erika Defer Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Joseph Nappi Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Nicole Pepo Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $306,678 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $23,176 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $329,854 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $216,577 |
| Investment income | $7,714 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $1,267 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $638 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $1,608 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$1,562 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $561,866 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $303,371 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $13,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $16,087 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $47,700 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $47,700 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $25,119 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $25,129 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $164 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $3,640 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $5,373 |
| Fees for services: Other | $3,035 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $85,304 |
| Information technology | $1,698 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $14,150 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $18,103 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,715 |
| All other expenses | $5,251 |
| Total functional expenses | $595,752 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $285,235 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $364,809 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $650,044 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $650,044 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $650,044 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Association Of Zoo Keepers has awarded $301,010 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
LEWA WILDLIFE CONSERVANCY PURPOSE: CONSERVATION | $130,207 |
INTERNATIONAL RHINO FOUNDATION PURPOSE: CONSERVATION | $136,957 |
ACTION FOR CHEETAHS IN KENYA PURPOSE: CONSERVATION | $24,348 |
RED PANDA NETWORK PURPOSE: CONSERVATION | $9,498 |