Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Assets
- $11.9m
- Revenue
- $20.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 680
- Location
- Gilroy, CA
- Founding
- 03/1998
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 31-1574450
Organization Overview
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park is located in Gilroy, CA. The organization was established in 1998. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park employed 680 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park 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 12/2023, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park generated $20.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $18.9m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 6.3% 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.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO OPERATE AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION WHOSE MISSION IS TO EDUCATE AND INSPIRE FAMILIES, ESPECIALLY CHILDREN, TO APPRECIATE HORTICULTURE AND THE IMPORTANCE OF TREES IN OUR LIVES BY PROVIDING FUN AND MEMORIES IN A BEAUTIFUL GARDEN SETTING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE OPERATION OF AN EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL PARK. VISITATION OF 460,000 WITH OPERATING DAYS OF 172. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO SERVE AS A LEARNING CENTER WHERE FAMILIES, ESPECIALLY THOSE WITH PRE-TEEN CHILDREN, CAN EXPERIENCE THE NATURAL SURROUNDINGS. THE PARK WAS BUILT WITH: SIX GARDENS (CONIFER, FLOWER, TROPICAL, CAMELLIA, HOLLY AND HISTORICAL), FOUR LEARNING SHEDS (GEOLOGY, WEATHER & ENVIRONMENT, PACIFIC REDWOOD AND CIRCUS TREES), TWO SEASONAL EXHIBITS (MONARCH BUTTERFLIES AND HONEY BEES), EDUCATIONAL TOUR PROGRAMS (SELF GUIDED, AUDIO AND DOCENT LED), EDUCATIONAL SIGNS AND AN EDUCATIONAL SHOW PRODUCT.
NATURE SCIENCE DAYS AND EDUCATIONAL DISCOVERY TOURS. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO USE GILROY GARDENS AS A LIVING LABORATORY FOR STUDENTS K-5 TO ENHANCE LEARNING IN THE LIFE SCIENCES. SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL DAYS HAVE BEEN CREATED TO TARGET GRADES 3-5 AND K-2 BASED ON CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION STANDARDS TO ENHANCE LEARNING IN THE LIFE SCIENSES. THE NATURAL SCIENCE PROGRAM RAN FOR 8 SPECIFIC NON-OPERATING DAYS AND THE EDUCATIONAL DISCOVERY TOURS WERE AVAILABLE ON ALL 155 OPERATING DAYS.
THE SCHOOL PROMOTIONAL EDUCATIONAL TICKETS PROGRAM. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO ALLOW BAY AREA EDUCATOR'S, BOTH PUBLIC AND PRIVATE, USE OF THE FACILITIES DURING THE REGULAR OPERATING SEASON. STUDENTS CAN COME AND LEARN AT THEIR OWN LEISURE.
OVERNIGHT CAMPING PROGRAM. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO USE EXCESS LAND AND BALL FIELDS AS A LOCATION FOR EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS (GIRL SCOUTS, BOY SCOUTS, YMCA) AND FAMILIES TO EXPERIENCE A SAFE OVERNIGHT CAMPING EXPERIENCE COMBINED WITH THE EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT OPPORTUNITIES LISTED UNDER GENERAL OPERATIONS. STUDENTS AND CHILDREN CONTINUE THEIR LEARNING AND EXPERIENCES WITH NATURE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Greg Edgar Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Jay Baksa Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Steve Peat Director | Trustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Jane Howard Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Robert Oneto Director | Trustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Dan Harney Director | Trustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Articulate Solutions Inc Marketing Services | 12/30/23 | $1,506,664 |
Vortex Aquatic Structures Structure | 12/30/23 | $318,729 |
Patrick Roberge Productions Inc Show: The Great Big Boo | 12/30/23 | $279,550 |
Hospitality And Retail Systems Llc It System Upgrade | 12/30/23 | $167,647 |
Almaden Press Marketing/media Services | 12/30/23 | $133,081 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $959,861 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $25,872 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $985,733 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $18,564,060 |
| Investment income | $149,378 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $27,223 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,136,812 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $20,863,206 |
| 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. | $627,955 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $313,977 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $6,637,994 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $225,959 |
| Payroll taxes | $688,086 |
| Fees for services: Management | $31,879 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $7,015 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $933,511 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,563,217 |
| Office expenses | $1,417,675 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,130,298 |
| Travel | $89,932 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $215,577 |
| Insurance | $528,156 |
| All other expenses | $751,603 |
| Total functional expenses | $18,943,843 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,726,675 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $403,548 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $819,808 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $214,487 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,760,997 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $11,925,515 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,736,091 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,933,546 |
| 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 | $3,669,637 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,255,878 |
| 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 | $11,925,515 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park has awarded $15,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GILROY FOUNDATION PURPOSE: TO BENEFIT THE VICTIMS FROM THE GARLIC FESTIVAL SHOOTING INCIDENT OCCURRED IN GILROY ON JULY 28,2019. | $10,000 |
GILROY ROTARY CLUB ENDOWMENT INC PURPOSE: SCHOLARSHIP | $5,000 |