Cosley Foundation Inc
- Assets
- $1.8m
- Revenue
- $799.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Wheaton, IL
- Founding
- 10/1986
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 36-3461739
Organization Overview
Cosley Foundation Inc is located in Wheaton, IL. The organization was established in 1986. According to its NTEE Classification (A50) the organization is classified as: Museums, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cosley Foundation 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 12/2021, Cosley Foundation Inc generated $799.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $389.0k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 4.7% 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE COSLEY FOUNDATION ENGAGES IN FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES TO BENEFIT THE COSLEY ZOO, AN AZA-ACCREDITED SMALL ZOO WHOLLY OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE WHEATON PARK DISTRICT IN WHEATON, IL. THE FOUNDATION RAISES FUNDS VIA DONOR DEVELOPMENT OF INDIVIDUALS AND FOUNDATIONS, AND ALSO HOLDS COMMUNITY- CENTRIC EVENTS SUCH AS CHRISTMAS TREES SALES, A 5K/10K RUN FOR THE ANIMALS, THE MIKE WILLIAMS COSLEY CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT, AND FALL PUMPKIN SALES. THE COSLEY FOUNDATION BOARD IS COMPRISED OF VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBERS WHO SERVE AS ADVOCATES FOR THE COSLEY ZOO WITHIN THE DUPAGE COUNTY COMMUNITY (CHICAGO SUBURBS); BOARD MEMBERS ALSO PROVIDE FISCALLY SOUND STRATEGIC COUNSEL PERTAINING TO THE ZOO'S CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER POLICIES AND PROGRAMS. THE COSLEY FOUNDATION WHOLLY SUPPORTS THE COSLEY ZOO'S MISSION: TO CREATE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND ANIMALS THAT WILL INSPIRE LIFELONG CONSERVATION OF THE NATURAL WORLD. THE ZOO PURSUES ITS MISSION VIA WORLD- CLASS ANIMAL WELFARE, SCIENCE-BASED CONSERVAT
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO HELP FUND THE OPERATION OF THE COSLEY ZOO BY THE WHEATON PARK DISTRICT. THE ZOO'S OPERATIONS INCLUDE FREE ADMISSION TO ALL CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 Y/O, REGARDLESS OF RESIDENCE WITHIN WHEATON PARK DISTRICT BOUNDS AND FREE ADMISSION TO ALL WHEATON PARK DISTRICT ADULTS. ADMISSION TO THE ZOO ALLOWS ACCESS TO MORE THAN 20 ANIMAL EXHIBITS, INCLUDING A DUCK POND AND CHICKEN COOP WHERE VISITORS CAN PARTICIPATE IN ANIMAL FEEDINGS FOR A SMALL ADDITIONAL FEE. WITHIN THE GROUNDS OF THE ZOO THERE IS ALSO A UNIQUE GIFT SHOP AND SMALL CONCESSIONS STAND. SINCE 2000, THE COSLEY ZOO HAS MAINTAINED ACCREDITATION BY THE ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS & AQUARIUMS (AZA), AND AS SUCH ADHERES TO THE WORLD'S STRICTEST STANDARDS OF ANIMAL WELFARE AND CONSERVATION ADVOCACY WITHIN EVERY ASPECT OF ITS OPERATING PLAN. THE ZOO IS ALSO BELOVED BY THE COMMUNITY FOR ITS STRONG AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, WITH EDUCATION BEING A PRIMARY OPERATIONAL FOCUS.
THE FOUNDATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH A DONOR'S WISHES, IS PROVIDING ONE SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF THE FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE FOUNDATION.
THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE ZOO'S CAPITAL MASTER PLAN. THE FOUNDATION INVESTS IN DONOR RELATIONSHIP BUILDING AND THE ENGAGEMENT OF SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS TO PREPARE FOR THE FIRST PHASE OF OUR MASTER PLAN: A NEW AND VASTLY IMPROVED PARKING LOT.
EMPLOYEE SALARIES
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael Benard Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Adam Sharpee Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matt Szafranski President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Shayne Purdue Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jennifer Clark Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Phyllis Geyer Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $59,369 |
| Fundraising events | $77,456 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $366,995 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $20,768 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $503,820 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $380 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $136,594 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $158,532 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $799,826 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $129,724 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $99,484 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,600 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,700 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $11,419 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,787 |
| All other expenses | $1,117 |
| Total functional expenses | $388,950 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,439,806 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $265,296 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $117,978 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $18,715 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,841,795 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $64,842 |
| 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 | $64,842 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,484,180 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $292,773 |
| 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 | $1,841,795 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Cosley Foundation Inc has recieved totaling $114,138.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $61,668 |
The John And Frank Sparacio Charitable Foundation Inc Pennington, NJ PURPOSE: CARGO VAN - ZOO TO YOU | $24,000 |
Domanada Foundation Donald E Sveen Et Al Ttees Wheaton, IL PURPOSE: CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $15,000 |
Bradshaw Family Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | $13,171 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $249 |
Lamb Weston Charitable Foundation Eagle, ID PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $50 |
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