Idaho Zoological Society
- Assets
- $12.0m
- Revenue
- $1.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 20
- Location
- Boise, ID
- Founding
- 01/1964
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 82-6005995
Organization Overview
Idaho Zoological Society, operating under the name Friends Of Zoo Boise, is located in Boise, ID. The organization was established in 1964. According to its NTEE Classification (D11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2020, Friends Of Zoo Boise employed 20 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of Zoo Boise 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, Friends Of Zoo Boise generated $1.7m 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 (5.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE FOZB IS A MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS ZOO BOISE IN THE AREAS OF ANIMAL ACQUISITION, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. THE GOALS OF EACH OF THESE COMPONENTS IS TO INCREASE PUBLIC AWARENESS, KNOWLEDGE, AND APPRECIATION OF THE BOISE ZOO, WILD ANIMALS, ANIMAL HABITAT, CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ZOO AWARENESS - IMPROVEMENTS TO EXISTING EXHIBITS ARE ADDED EACH YEAR TO IMPROVE THE ZOO'S ABILITY TO PROMOTE THEIR MISSION. EVENTS ARE HELD THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO ENCOURAGE THE PUBLIC TO VISIT THE ZOO AND LEARN ABOUT THE ANIMALS AND CONSERVATION PROGRAMS.
THE FRIENDS OF ZOO BOISE EDUCATION PROGRAM PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES TO THE ZOO'S 325,000 ANNUAL VISITORS INCLUDING THE 40,000 SCHOOL CHILDREN THAT VISIT THE ZOO AS PART OF ORGANIZED CLASS FIELD TRIPS. THE EDUCATION PROGRAM ALSO MANAGES THE ZOO VOLUNTEER PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDES MORE THAN 38,000 HOURS OF VOLUNTEER HOURS TO THE ZOO. ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE OFFICIALLY CITY OF BOISE ZOO VOLUNTEERS.
THE CONSERVATION PROGRAM RAISES AWARENESS FOR CONSERVATION THROUGH EVENTS AND DONATION BOXES SPECIFICALLY FOR CONSERVATION PURPOSES. MONEY COLLECTED FOR CONSERVATION IS THEN GRANTED TO VARIOUS OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES.
MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS FOR THE ZOO
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Gene Peacock Executive Di | Officer | $0 | |
Kristen Ruffing President | Officer | $0 | |
Michelle Teague Treasurer | Officer | $0 | |
Stacey Slattery Vice Preside | Officer | $0 | |
Alexis Baeyen Treasurer | Officer | $0 | |
Nate Pierce Secretary | Officer | $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 | $1,087,327 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,087,327 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $382,346 |
| Investment income | $1,784 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $14,521 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $177,502 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,663,480 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $116,380 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $561,642 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| 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 | $7,977 |
| Office expenses | $20,376 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $87,948 |
| 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 | $231,234 |
| Insurance | $13,731 |
| All other expenses | $5,319 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,309,497 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,421,605 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,761,498 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,217 |
| 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 | $8,768,743 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $11,954,063 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $76,841 |
| 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 | $76,841 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,512,434 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,364,788 |
| 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 | $11,954,063 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Idaho Zoological Society has awarded $84,380 in support to 8 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Seattle, WA | | $14,380 |
Salt Lake City, UT | | $10,000 |
WORLD WILDLIFE FEDERATION | | | $10,000 |
Orlando, FL | | $10,000 |
Ventura, CA | | $10,000 |
Eugene, OR | | $10,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Idaho Zoological Society has recieved totaling $90,740.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Woodland Park Zoological Society Seattle, WA PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY PROGRAM | $49,194 |
Christopher Reeve Foundation A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation Short Hills, NJ PURPOSE: FACILITY ACCESSIBILITY MODIFICATIONS | $18,657 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $8,971 |
Perkins Coie Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: 2021 GIRAFFE ENCOUNTER, 2021 ZOOBLIEE | $7,792 |
The Albertsons Companies Foundation Pleasanton, CA PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $6,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $126 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Seattle Aquarium Society-Seas Seattle, WA | $62,591,830 | $40,153,392 |
Oregon Zoo Foundation Portland, OR | $18,846,642 | $10,046,812 |
Xerces Society Inc Portland, OR | $10,419,262 | $6,129,412 |
Point Defiance Zoological Society Tacoma, WA | $10,948,670 | $1,628,889 |
Idaho Zoological Society Boise, ID | $11,954,063 | $1,663,480 |
Foundation For Veterinary Dentistry Meridian, ID | $1,814,792 | $1,004,541 |
Cheyenne Animal Shelter Services Foundation Cheyenne, WY | $6,610,145 | $474,401 |
Tordik Wildlife Foundation Inc Carter, MT | $9,924,584 | $989,843 |
Friends Of The Animal Shelter Phoenix, OR | $1,208,272 | $567,755 |
Tautphaus Park Zoological Society Inc Idaho Falls, ID | $735,578 | $521,309 |
Scraps Hope Foundation Spokane, WA | $313,061 | $139,032 |
Discovery Bay Ranch Animal Sanctuary Issaquah, WA | $996,529 | $206,277 |