Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation
- Assets
- $386.5k
- Revenue
- $560.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 26
- Location
- Austin, TX
- Founding
- 06/2015
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 47-3051483
Organization Overview
Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation is located in Austin, TX. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (C40) the organization is classified as: Botanical, Horticultural & Landscape Services, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation employed 26 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation 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 09/2021, Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation generated $560.5k in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $395.0k during the year ending 09/2021.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ZILKER BOTANICAL GARDEN CONSERVANCY ('ZBGC') OPERATES GATE ADMISSIONS (INCLUDING A MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM) FOR ZILKER BOTANICAL GARDEN AND SPONSORS PROGRAMMING WHICH INCLUDES SCHOOL VISITS TO THE GARDEN WITH A CURRICULUM AND VOLUNTEERS TO LEAD THE PROGRAM. AS PART OF OPERATIONS AND FUNDRAISING, THE CONSERVANCY OPERATES A SMALL GIFT SHOP ON SITE. ADDITIONALLY THE CONSERVANCY IS RAISING MONEY TO FUND A MASTER PLAN FOR THE GARDEN AND ALSO SUPPORTS SPECIAL PROJECTS TO ENHANCE THE GARDEN. ZBGC COORDINATES WITH CLUBS WHICH MEET AT THE GARDEN THROUGH THE AUSTIN AREA GARDEN COUNCIL. ACTIVITIES WERE ADJUSTED TO COMPLY WITH RELEVANT COVID PROTOCOLS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GATE - EVERY YEAR MORE THAN 150,000 VISITORS FLOCK TO THE ZILKER BOTANICAL GARDEN TO ADMIRE THE FLOWERS AND LEARN ABOUT PLANTS, TO MAKE FAIRY GARDENS, TO POSE FOR COMMENCEMENT PHOTOS, MAYBE EVEN GET MARRIED. SOME COME SIMPLY TO STROLL THE MANY PATHS, FINDING THE CALM WE ALL NEED IN OUR LIVES. THE CONSERVANCY GREETS THESE VISITORS AND PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT THE GARDEN. THE GARDEN PARTICIPATES IN THE MUSEUMS FOR ALL PROGRAM, TO ENCOURAGE PEOPLE OF ALL BACKGROUNDS TO VISIT THE GARDEN.
GIFT SHOP THE GIFT SHOP PROVIDES MERCHANDISE WHICH SUPPORTS THE VISITOR'S EXPERIENCE WHEN VISITING THE GARDEN. VARIOUS CHILDREN'S MERCHANDISE SUPPORTS THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND AS SPECIAL PROGRAMS OCCUR ADDITIONAL SPECIALTY MERCHANDISE IS ORDERED TO ENHANCE THE EXPERIENCE. MERCHANDISE IS FOCUSED ON NATURE, SUSTAINABILITY, GARDENING AND CHILDREN'S THEMED ITEMS. BRANDED ITEMS SUCH AS WATER BOTTLES, T-SHIRTS, HATS AND BANDANAS WITH THE ZBG NAME ON THEM ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR SALE TO ASSIST MARKETING AND ADVERTISING EFFORTS FOR THE GARDEN.
EDUCATION VOLUNTEER DOCENTS PROVIDE A CURRICULUM TO SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN FROM A WIDE RANGE OF SCHOOLS FROM AUSTIN AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS TO BRING LARGE NUMBERS OF CHILDREN DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR FOR VISITS AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING MANAGED BY THE CONSERVANCY'S EDUCATION COORDINATOR.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jeannie Ferrier Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $25,493 |
Jeff Pavlat Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $18,145 |
Judith Craft Director | Trustee | 2 | $2,974 |
Jennifer Poteat Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $888 |
Dave Martin Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Hal Sanders Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $143,504 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $143,504 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $412,387 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| 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 | $4,523 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $560,487 |
| 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. | $29,726 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,890 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $251,380 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $592 |
| Payroll taxes | $20,809 |
| Fees for services: Management | $3,055 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,049 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $20,692 |
| 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 | $336 |
| Insurance | $5,236 |
| All other expenses | $11,223 |
| Total functional expenses | $394,952 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $361,203 |
| 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 | $12,280 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $12,974 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $386,457 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $38,550 |
| 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 | $109 |
| Total liabilities | $38,659 |
| 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 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $347,798 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $386,457 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation has recieved totaling $17,772.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Mightycause Charitable Foundation Marianna, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $10,953 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $6,750 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $69 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden Inc Tulsa, OK | $22,685,174 | $8,029,305 |
Texas Discovery Gardens Dallas, TX | $1,326,908 | $1,113,478 |
American Society Of Landscape Architects Inc Gainesville, TX | $897,219 | $456,512 |
Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Non-Profit Corporation Austin, TX | $386,457 | $560,487 |
Gardopia Gardens San Antonio, TX | $171,861 | $380,780 |
The Get Growing Foundation Austin, TX | $0 | $47,137 |
Austin Area Garden Center Inc Austin, TX | $282,747 | $122,015 |
Galveston Island Tree Conservancy Galveston, TX | $125,578 | $0 |
Baton Rouge Garden Center Inc Baton Rouge, LA | $17,406 | $0 |
Community Garden Initiative Of Central Texas Austin, TX | $164,796 | $0 |
Haven & Earth Llc Fort Worth, TX | $2,673 | $0 |
Learning Fields At Chaffee Crossing Inc Fort Smith, AR | $121,176 | $0 |