Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society
- Assets
- $116.5m
- Revenue
- $32.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 319
- Location
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Founding
- 05/1939
- Data as of
- 04/2024
- EIN
- 84-0407039
Organization Overview
Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society is located in Colorado Springs, CO. The organization was established in 1939. 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 04/2024, Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society employed 319 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society 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 04/2024, Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society generated $32.5m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $24.1m during the year ending 04/2024. While expenses have increased by 7.6% per year over the past 9 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OWNS AND OPERATES THE CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO. A LEADER IN CONSERVATION, CAPTIVE BREEDING AND ANIMAL CARE, THE ZOO CONNECTS PEOPLE WITH WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES THROUGH EXPERIENCES THAT INSPIRE ACTION. A LEADER IN THE COMMUNITY, ITS PURPOSE IS TO EDUCATE PEOPLE AND PROVIDE FIRST CLASS ANIMAL EXPERIENCES THAT BRING PEOPLE INTO THE AWE AND WONDER OF ANIMALS AND THE NATURAL WORLD, RESULTING IN ACTION TOWARD SPECIES CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT. WE WORK TO SECURE A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR OUR CAPTIVE COLLECTIONS, WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES BY ENCOURAGING DIRECT COMMUNITY ACTION, MANAGING AND BREEDING IMPERILED SPECIES, AND PARTICIPATING IN FIELD CONSERVATION PROGRAMS THAT WILL BENEFIT FROM OUR UNIQUE SKILLS AND ABILITIES. CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO'S FLAGSHIP CONSERVATION SPECIES ARE BLACK-FOOTED FERRETS, WYOMING TOADS, ORANGUTANS, PANAMA AMPHIBIANS, AND AFRICAN ELEPHANTS, RHINOS, AND GIRAFFES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ANIMAL CARE AND CONSERVATION - TO HOUSE AND DISPLAY AN ANIMAL COLLECTION FOR THE CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL BENEFIT OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND TO PROVIDE SURVIVAL ASSISTANCE FOR SPECIES IN PERIL. WE SHARE OUR ENTHUSIASM FOR ANIMALS IN THE HOPES THAT THIS WILL COMPEL OTHERS TO LOVE, RESPECT AND PROTECT THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND ITS' INHABITANTS. WE WILL CULTIVATE DEEP APPRECIATION OF WILDLIFE IN OUR VISITORS BY PROVIDING AMAZING OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH OUR ANIMALS, AND WE WILL CONTINUALLY IMPROVE OUR ANIMALS' QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH TRAINING, ENRICHMENT, HEALTH CARE, EXHIBITS AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT.
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES - TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO FOSTER AN APPRECIATION AND RESPECT FOR WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES AND TO EDUCATE YOUTH ON THE ECOSYSTEMS OF THE WORLD. OUR EDUCATION PROGRAMS CREATE CONNECTIONS TO ANIMALS, NATURE, STAFF AND ZOOS THAT EMPOWER ACTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. WE WANT OUR GUESTS TO BE EXCITED TO SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AND FEELINGS BY OFFERING AN UNSELFCONSCIOUS, COMFORTABLE AND ENGAGING ENVIRONMENT. IT IS OUR GOAL TO IGNITE PASSION IN THE VERY YOUNG AND FOSTER IT FOR LIFE; WE CONSIDER EVERY STAGE OF LIFE AND OFFER AGE APPROPRIATE PROGRAMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robert L Chastain III President & | Officer | 39 | $625,032 |
Kathy French VP Finance | Officer | 40 | $175,856 |
Tracey Gazibara Executive Vi | Officer | 40 | $204,234 |
Dave Ruhl Executive Vi | 40 | $149,455 | |
Jeff Halter VP Animal Ca | 40 | $125,309 | |
Jenny Koch Dir Of Marke | 40 | $113,954 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Tectum Roofing Roofing | 4/29/22 | $319,033 |
Bryan Cave Leighton & Paisner Llp Legal | 4/29/22 | $198,201 |
Cri Coating Llp Painting | 4/29/22 | $196,613 |
Cohn Marketing Marketing | 4/29/22 | $193,725 |
Clarity Coverdale Fury Advertising | 4/29/22 | $188,525 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $272,666 |
| Related organizations | $439,483 |
| Government grants | $475,457 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,768,057 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,114,036 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,955,663 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $25,167,579 |
| Investment income | $2,415,089 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $7,660 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$24,148 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $32,534,297 |
| 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. | $830,368 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $426,452 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $9,413,198 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $955,246 |
| Payroll taxes | $715,648 |
| 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 | $74,091 |
| Advertising and promotion | $504,304 |
| Office expenses | $34,849 |
| Information technology | $177,724 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $777,148 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $155,325 |
| Interest | $2,819 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,894,758 |
| Insurance | $662,846 |
| All other expenses | $105,736 |
| Total functional expenses | $24,096,181 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,296,549 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $56,112,076 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $510,445 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $160,278 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $121,792 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $423,979 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $39,533,319 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $14,143,709 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $162,900 |
| Total assets | $116,465,047 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,505,190 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $2,948,427 |
| 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 | $63,025 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $5,516,642 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $98,515,655 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $12,432,750 |
| 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 | $116,465,047 |