Arizona Center For Nature Conservation
- Assets
- $65.4m
- Revenue
- $29.7m
- Investments
- $3.0m
- Employees
- 563
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Founding
- 06/1962
- Data as of
- 06/2020
- EIN
- 86-0174843
Organization Overview
Arizona Center For Nature Conservation, operating under the name The Phoenix Zoo, is located in Phoenix, AZ. The organization was established in 1962. 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 06/2021, Phoenix Zoo employed 563 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Phoenix Zoo 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 06/2020, Phoenix Zoo generated $29.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $28.1m during the year ending 06/2020. While expenses have increased by 2.9% per year over the past 6 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.
Since 2015, Phoenix Zoo has awarded 82 individual grants totaling $504,023. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE ARIZONA CENTER FOR NATURE CONSERVATION ADVANCES THE STEWARDSHIP AND CONSERVATION OF ANIMALS AND THEIR HABITATS WHILE PROVIDING EXPERIENCES THAT INSPIRE PEOPLE AND MOTIVATE THEM TO CARE FOR THE NATURAL WORLD.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE ARIZONA CENTER FOR NATURE CONSERVATION OPERATES THE PHOENIX ZOO, A 126-ACRE ZOOLOGICAL PARK, WITHIN PAPAGO PARK, WITH OVER 3,000 ANIMALS IN EXHIBITIONS, AND PARTICIPATES IN WORLDWIDE SPECIES SURVIVAL PLANS. THROUGH ECOSYSTEM EXHIBITION, EDUCATION AND CONSERVATION, THE ZOO SERVES VISITORS WITH A MISSION TO PROVIDE EXPERIENCES THAT INSPIRE PEOPLE AND MOTIVATE THEM TO CARE FOR THE NATURAL WORLD. DURING 2019 AND PART OF 2020, THE ARIZONA CENTER FOR NATURE CONSERVATION ALSO OPERATED THE SOUTH MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONAL CENTER (SMEEC), WITHIN SOUTH MOUNTAIN PARK PRESERVE. SMEEC INCLUDES A VISITOR CENTER WITH INTERPRETIVE EXHIBITS, CLASSROOM AND EVENT SPACE ALLOWING FOR NATURE INTERPRETIVE TALKS, COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND GATHERINGS. (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)WITH A FOCUS ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING, THE ZOO ALSO CONDUCTS A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITH CHILDREN AS THEIR PRIMARY AUDIENCE TO EMPHASIZE CARING RELATIONSHIPS, PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY, AND ACTION TO CONSERVE ANIMALS AND NATURE IN GENERAL.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Norberto Castro President/ceo | Officer | 40 | $523,745 |
Bonnie Mendoza Evp/cfo | Officer | 40 | $212,806 |
Gary West Evp Animal Health & Collec | Officer | 40 | $195,935 |
Ruth Allard Evp Conservation & Educati | Officer | 40 | $161,932 |
Lorraine Frias VP Of Development | 40 | $140,339 | |
Christine Lowery-Nunez VP Of Human Resources | 40 | $126,413 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Laneterralever Llc Marketing Agent | 6/29/21 | $673,367 |
Lukens Company Membership Mailing & Listing Services | 6/29/21 | $518,679 |
Peckham Guyton Albers & Viets Inc Contruction Contractor | 6/29/21 | $645,505 |
Chester's World Enterprises Llc Camel Ride Vendor | 6/29/21 | $292,376 |
Jan-pro Of Phoenix Janitorial Services | 6/29/21 | $273,986 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $11,063,177 |
| Investment income | $542,698 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $1,485 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$330,721 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $29,672,738 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $5,157 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $22,731 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,232,445 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $12,204,280 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $397,893 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,313,676 |
| Payroll taxes | $913,342 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $10,373 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $50,125 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $4,172 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $27,188 |
| Fees for services: Other | $454,415 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,374,699 |
| Office expenses | $1,384,048 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,103,806 |
| Travel | $52,407 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $611 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,241,377 |
| Insurance | $301,680 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $28,122,689 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $9,071,084 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $3,605,555 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $41,554 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $119,221 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $121,460 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $9,597,552 |
| Investments—other securities | $3,016,225 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $5,385,767 |
| Total assets | $65,406,679 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,307,453 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $4,259,076 |
| 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 | $160,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $6,726,529 |
| 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 | $58,680,150 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Arizona Center For Nature Conservation has awarded $53,550 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Phoenix, AZ PURPOSE: AZA SAFE CONTRIBUTION | $25,000 |
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA VETERINARY DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: CONSERVATION GENETICS WORK | $16,550 |
Phoenix, AZ PURPOSE: WILDLIFE TRACKING ALLIANCE | $5,000 |
Apple Valley, MN PURPOSE: SEE TURLE RECOVERY | $5,000 |
Phoenix, AZ PURPOSE: TIGER CONSERVATION | $2,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Arizona Center For Nature Conservation has recieved totaling $26,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Calvin K Kazanjian Economics Foundation Inc Scottsdale, AZ PURPOSE: SUPPORT "ECONOMICS OF CONSERVATION!" PROJECT | $26,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $7,997,646 |
| Earnings | $1,719,408 |
| Net Contributions | $760,651 |
| Other Expense | $13,740 |
| Ending Balance | $10,463,965 |
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 |
Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society Colorado Springs, CO | $100,343,807 | $34,446,722 |
Utah Zoological Society Salt Lake City, UT | $84,814,073 | $30,780,650 |
Santa Barbara Zoological Foundation Santa Barbara, CA | $40,270,576 | $18,277,956 |
Living Planet Inc Draper, UT | $47,372,437 | $13,822,900 |
Sacramento Zoological Society Sacramento, CA | $22,939,033 | $14,099,663 |
Pueblo Zoological Society Pueblo, CO | $5,276,060 | $2,538,439 |