Friends Of The Bergen County Zoo Inc
- Assets
- $504.7k
- Revenue
- $460.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Paramus, NJ
- Founding
- 11/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 90-0217980
Organization Overview
Friends Of The Bergen County Zoo Inc is located in Paramus, NJ. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (B11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of The Bergen County Zoo Inc 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, Friends Of The Bergen County Zoo Inc generated $460.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 22.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $105.1k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.4% 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE FRIENDS OF THE BERGEN COUNTY ZOO'S SOLE PRIMARY PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO THE BERGEN COUNTY ZOOLOGICAL PARK IN ITS EFFORTS TO:1. PROVIDE A CLEAN BEAUTIFUL ZOOLOGICAL FACILITY FOR THE EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL ENJOYMENT OF THE CITIZENS AND VISITORS TO BERGEN COUNTY ZOO.2. ASSIST WITH ACQUISITION AND TRANSPORTATION OF ZOOLOGICAL SPECIMENS FOR EXHIBITION, PROMOTION OF CONSERVATION INITIATIVES AND SUPPORT THE ENDEAVORS OF THE ZOO'S EDUCATION DEPARTMENT AND DOCENT PROGRAM. 3. SECURE EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, PROPERTY AND APPOINTMENTS AS MAY BE CONSIDERED NECESSARY AND/OR DESIRABLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, IMPROVEMENT, MAINTENANCE, AND GENERAL OPERATION OF THE ZOO.4. SUPPORT STAFF GROWTH BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO ATTEND CONFERENCES AND SPECIAL COURSES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
SUPPORT ZOO OPERATION PROGRAMS:ASSIST THE ZOO WITH ITS OPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. FUNDING MAY BE USED FOR ANY ASPECT OF THE OPERATION, BUT IS PRIMARILY USED IN ANIMAL CARE AND EXHIBIT MAINTENANCE.(APPROXIMATE ANNUAL ZOO ATTENDANCE 150,000)
MAINTAIN MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM:SUPPORT ON-GOING MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES FINANCIAL BASE FOR ORGANIZATION TO CREATE AWARENESS OF THE ORGANIZATION'S GOALS. (ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP 1,100)
SPONSOR PROGRAMS:ACTIVITIES FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC, HELD TO SUPPORT OPERATIONAL NEEDS OF THE ZOO. ANNUAL HALLOWEEN (ZOO-BOO)EVENT. (APPROXIMATE ATTENDANCE 5,500) OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:EASTER EGG HUNT (SUSPENDED NO ATTENDANCE) HOLIDAY WITH THE ANIMALS ( 1,500 IN ATTENDANCE) MEMBERS NIGHT ( 850 IN ATTENDANCE)WORLD BISON DAY (1,500 IN ATTENDANCE)PLUS SEASONAL EXHIBITSLET IT GLOW LANTERN EVENT (32,000 TICKETS SOLD)
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jairus Marcella Treasurer | Officer | 35 | $35,305 |
Marianne Vella Executive Direc | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Katherine Ross President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Elisa Wares Secretary | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Megan Tedeschi Vice President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Russ Holmgren Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $57,802 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $13,250 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $47,779 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $118,831 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $73 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $229,973 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $111,214 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $460,091 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $7,060 |
| 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. | $35,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $763 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Office expenses | $1,751 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| 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 | $3,707 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $105,121 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $337,824 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $166,858 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $504,682 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $1,089 |
| Total liabilities | $1,089 |
| 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 | $503,593 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $504,682 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Friends Of The Bergen County Zoo Inc has recieved totaling $125.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Organization Name not Listed PURPOSE: CHARITABLE SUPPORT | | $125 |
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