Zion Natural History Association
- Assets
- $10.8m
- Revenue
- $8.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 68
- Location
- Springdale, UT
- Founding
- 08/1967
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 87-0256961
Organization Overview
Zion Natural History Association, operating under the name Zion Natl Park Forever Project, is located in Springdale, UT. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (C03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Zion Natl Park Forever Project employed 68 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Zion Natl Park Forever Project 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, Zion Natl Park Forever Project generated $8.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $8.0m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 21.9% 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 ZION NATIONAL PARK FOREVER PROJECT, THE OFFICIAL NONPROFIT PARTNER OF ZION NATIONAL PARK, CEDAR BREAKS NATIONAL MONUMENT, AND PIPE SPRING NATIONAL MONUMENT, --CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O--
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROJECTS FOCUSED ON IMPROVING TODAY PROVIDE THE PARKS WITH RESOURCES THAT HAVE AN IMMEDIATE IMPACT ON DAILY OPERATIONS AND VISITOR EXPERIENCES. PROJECT EXAMPLES INCLUDE; ENRICHING THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE THROUGH TRAIL RESTORATION AND IMPROVEMENTS, EXHIBITS, PARK FILMS, PUBLICATIONS, ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS, INCREASED RECREATION ACCESS, INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE, AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR HANDS-ON ENGAGEMENT AND SERVICE THAT LEAD TO ADVOCACY AND STEWARDSHIP. TO LEARN MORE, READ THE ANNUAL FIELD GUIDE AT ZIONPARK.ORG.
PROJECTS FOCUSED ON INFORMING TOMORROW SEEK TO PROVIDE THE PARKS WITH RESOURCES THAT ELEVATE THE NEXT-GENERATION OF PARK LEADERS AND STEWARDS AND INSPIRE A HOPEFUL FUTURE. EXAMPLES OF THIS WORK INCLUDE; FUNDING CURRICULUM AND EXPERIENCE-BASED PROGRAMS, ENSURING FREE ACCESS TO THE PARK FOR 4TH- GRADE STUDENTS, SUPPORTING THOUSANDS OF HOURS OF COLLEGE INTERNSHIPS, REACHING A GLOBAL AUDIENCE THROUGH ZION'S DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM, AND PROVIDING RESOURCES FOR NATIVE AMERICAN YOUTH CAMPS AND ACTIVITIES. TO LEARN MORE, READ THE ANNUAL FIELD GUIDE AT ZIONPARK.ORG.
PROTECTING FOREVER MEANS FOCUSING ON PROJECTS THAT CONSERVE MANY OF THE PARK'S MOST CHERISHED CULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES, INCLUDING PARK WILDLIFE, PLANTS, GEOLOGIC FEATURES, AND ARTIFACTS. PROJECT EXAMPLES FOCUS ON MONITORING RARE, ENDANGERED, AND ENDEMIC SPECIES AND SUPPORTING SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH THAT LEADS TO NEW DISCOVERIES SHARED WITH A GLOBAL COMMUNITY. FOREVER PROJECTS ALSO INCLUDE SUBSTANTIAL INVESTMENTS INTO REAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND PRACTICES THAT INFORM THE FUTURE OF PARK MANAGEMENT AND THE PARK EXPERIENCE. TO LEARN MORE, READ THE ANNUAL FIELD GUIDE AT ZIONPARK.ORG.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lyman K Hafen President An | Officer | 40 | $134,065 |
Tracy Jones Executive VP | Officer | 40 | $112,627 |
Billie Rayford Chairman | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Julie Saemisch Co-Chairman | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dirk Clayson Bod | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Scott Gubler Bod | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $13,854 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,407,186 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,421,040 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $17,475 |
| Investment income | $4,661 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$807 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $6,210,417 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $8,652,786 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $4,526,974 |
| 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. | $309,908 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $91,538 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,808,629 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $64,313 |
| Other employee benefits | $225,072 |
| Payroll taxes | $184,557 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $103,075 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $158,814 |
| Office expenses | $69,487 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $620 |
| Occupancy | $30,091 |
| Travel | $13,809 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $59,320 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $39,241 |
| Insurance | $29,898 |
| All other expenses | $3,342 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,997,977 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $142,434 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $7,020,652 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $233 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,058,637 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,538,197 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $10,760,153 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $51,860 |
| 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 | $535,964 |
| Total liabilities | $587,824 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,336,769 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,835,560 |
| 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 | $10,760,153 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Zion Natural History Association has recieved totaling $250,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Trust Of Utah Salt Lake City, UT PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $250,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Zion Natural History Association Springdale, UT | $10,760,153 | $8,652,786 |
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Idaho Water Users Association Inc Boise, ID | $846,726 | $585,831 |
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