Aquarium Of The Pacific
- Assets
- $86.0m
- Revenue
- $24.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 428
- Location
- Long Beach, CA
- Founding
- 11/1992
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 33-0532354
Organization Overview
Aquarium Of The Pacific is located in Long Beach, CA. The organization was established in 1992. 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, Aquarium Of The Pacific employed 428 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Aquarium Of The Pacific 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 12/2020, Aquarium Of The Pacific generated $24.3m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (5.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $31.2m during the year ending 12/2020. 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC'S MISSION IS TO INSTILL A SENSE OF WONDER, RESPECT, AND STEWARDSHIP FOR THE PACIFIC OCEAN, ITS INHABITANTS, AND ECOSYSTEMS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ANIMAL CARE - THE AQUARIUM'S HUSBANDRY DEPARTMENT OVERSEES ALL OF THE CARE, FEEDING, AND LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS NEEDED TO SUPPORT OVER 12,000 ANIMALS REPRESENTING OVER 500 SPECIES IN MORE THAN 100 EXHIBITS, INCLUDING SEVERAL TOUCH TANK EXPERIENCES. SEA LIONS, SEA OTTERS, SHARKS, RAYS, DIVING BIRDS, SEA JELLIES, CORALS, SEA DRAGONS, TURTLES, AND FISH OF ALL TYPES FROM TEMPERATE TO TROPICAL SPECIES ARE ON DISPLAY. CARETAKING INCLUDES FEEDING OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD AVAILABLE, MONITORING WATER QUALITY AND ALL LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS, MEDICAL EXAMS AND ROUTINE PROCEDURES, AND PROVIDING PROPER EXHIBIT AND BEHIND THE SCENES SPACE AVAILABLE TO THE ANIMALS.GUEST SERVICES - RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL GUEST INTERACTIONS EXCEPT FOR EDUCATION AND INTERPRETATION. COLLECT FUNDS FROM ON-SITE VISITORS, ENSURE SAFETY AND CLEANLINESS OF THE FACILITYRETAIL OPERATIONS - CREATE OR RESEARCH PRODUCTS FOR SALE THAT REFLECT THE PUBLIC'S DIRECT EXPERIENCE IN THE AQUARIUM, INCLUDING ORIGINAL BOOKS INTERPRETING THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE, AND MERCHANDISE TO EDUCATE AND REMIND THE VISITOR OF THEIR EXPERIENCES AT THE AQUARIUM.
EDUCATION & CONSERVATION - THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC STRIVES TO IGNITE INTEREST IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH (STEM) BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES, INTERESTS, AND BACKGROUNDS TO WONDER, EXPLORE, DISCOVER, AND LEARN. WE DO THIS THROUGH PROGRAMS ONSITE, ONLINE, AND IN THE COMMUNITY. IN 2021, THE DEPARTMENT REACHED APPROXIMATELY 68,000 PEOPLE.- 30% WERE WITH ONSITE PROGRAMS INCLUDING SCHOOL PROGRAMS, WHALE WATCHES, AND PUBLIC PROGRAMS.- 70% WERE THROUGH OUR VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING INCLUDING PAID VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS AND FREE WEEKLY AQUARIUM ONLINE ACADEMY.- LESS THAN 1% WERE WITH ENGAGEMENTS OFFSITE IN THE COMMUNITY SUCH FESTIVALS AND COMMUNITY SCIENCE PROGRAMS.THE AQUARIUM'S CONSERVATION WORK EXTENDS ACROSS THE INSTITUTION INCLUDING IN THE HUSBANDRY TEAMS, VETERINARY SERVICES, EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, AND VOLUNTEER SERVICES. IN 2021, THE AQUARIUM STARTED TWO NEW PROGRAMS: MOUNTAIN YELLOW-LEGGED FROG REARING AND SEA OTTER SURROGACY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dr Peter Kareiva President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $442,584 |
Anthony Brown VP Of Finance & CFO | Officer | 40 | $280,787 |
John Rouse VP Operations | Officer | 40 | $256,249 |
Kathryn Nirschl VP Human Resource | Officer | 40 | $221,285 |
Cecile Fisher VP Marketing | Officer | 40 | $208,116 |
Ryan Ashton VP Development | Officer | 40 | $195,834 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Tg Construction Inc General Contractor | 12/30/21 | $275,453 |
Smg Food And Beverage Llc Special Event Services | 12/30/21 | $136,969 |
Tank Specialists Of California Exhibit Contractor | 12/30/21 | $175,795 |
Thermo Electron North America Llc Exhibit Contractor | 12/30/21 | $119,288 |
Mediaspot Inc Advertising | 12/30/21 | $115,831 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $10,034,058 |
| Investment income | $77,339 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $211,129 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $143,148 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,217,702 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $24,331,519 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $925,361 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $12,509,083 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $158,770 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,189,329 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,557,194 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,847 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $97,340 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,578,178 |
| Advertising and promotion | $521,952 |
| Office expenses | $1,583,851 |
| Information technology | $392,788 |
| Royalties | $355,629 |
| Occupancy | $2,534,612 |
| Travel | $24,791 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $11,774 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,736,368 |
| Insurance | $528,907 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $31,156,955 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,326,823 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,666,817 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $873,051 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $50,995 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $725,178 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $415,174 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $19,895,944 |
| Total assets | $85,954,795 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,119,245 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,701,782 |
| 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 | $23,456,250 |
| Total liabilities | $28,277,277 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $57,677,518 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Aquarium Of The Pacific has recieved totaling $5,169.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Bess J Hodges Foundation Long Beach, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $5,000 |
Strauss Foundation Incorporated Owings Mills, MD PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $169 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $527,924 |
| Earnings | $489 |
| Net Contributions | $48,450 |
| Ending Balance | $576,863 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute Moss Landing, CA | $209,352,150 | $66,112,975 |
Aquarium Of The Pacific Long Beach, CA | $85,954,795 | $24,331,519 |
Arizona Center For Nature Conservation Phoenix, AZ | $65,406,679 | $29,672,738 |
San Francisco Zoological Society San Francisco, CA | $23,753,003 | $36,024,993 |
Conservation Society Of California Oakland, CA | $98,080,937 | $22,540,665 |
Fresnos Chaffee Zoo Corporation Fresno, CA | $132,867,150 | $52,134,846 |
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 |
Safari Learning Center Inc Las Vegas, NV | $0 | $10,459 |
Prescott Animal Park Association Prescott, AZ | $681,255 | $1,248,643 |
Happy Hollow Corporation San Jose, CA | $772,144 | $622,352 |