Woodland Park Zoological Society
- Assets
- $91.1m
- Revenue
- $64.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 730
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 01/1967
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 91-6070005
Organization Overview
Woodland Park Zoological Society, operating under the name Woodland Park Zoo, is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1967. 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 12/2023, Woodland Park Zoo employed 730 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Woodland Park 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 12/2023, Woodland Park Zoo generated $64.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $58.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 5.3% per year over the past 8 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 2014, Woodland Park Zoo has awarded 81 individual grants totaling $4,865,825. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SAVES WILDLIFE AND INSPIRES EVERYONE TO MAKE CONSERVATION A PRIORITY IN THEIR LIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ANIMAL CARE: THE PROFESSIONAL STAFF AT THE ZOO CARE FOR MORE THAN 834 VERTABRATES AND 5,270 INVERTABREATES, REPRESENTING 247 SPECIES, OF WHICH 26 ARE ENDANGERED AND 5 ARE THREATENED. THE ZOO'S SCIENTIFIC NUTRITION PROGRAMS, WELFARE RESEARCH, REHABILITATION MEDICINE, HUSBANDRY AND BEHAVIORAL ENRICHMENT ENSURE ALL ANIMALS AT THE ZOO THRIVE. TOGETHER, ANIMAL CARE STAFF, INCLUDING CURATORS, VETERINARIANS AND KEEPERS, HAVE MORE THAN 1,000 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERTISE IN THEIR FIELDS. THE PROGRAM REVENUE IS GENERATED BY SELECT ANIMAL EXPERIENCES FACILITATED BY A KEEPER OR ATTENDANT WHO PROVIDES INFORMAL SCIENCE AND EMPATHY BUILDING CONTENT. WILDLIFE CONSERVATION EFFORTS ON ZOO GROUNDS INCLUDE PARTICIPATION IN SPECIES SURVIVAL PLANS AND RE-INTRODUCTION PROGRAMS.
GROUNDS, FACILITIES AND EXHIBITRY: THE GROUNDS AND MAINTENANCE STAFF IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OUR 92 ACRE COMMUNITY ASSET, INCLUDING RESOURCE SUSTAINABILITY, DAILY UPKEEP, MAJOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS, CONSTRUCTION OF NEW FACILITIES, HORTICULTURE AND SIGNAGE. MANY OF THE THOUSANDS OF PLANTS AND TREES AT THE ZOO PROVIDE VITAMIN-PACKED FOOD FOR OUR HERBIVORES AND ENRICHMENT FOR ALL SPECIES. IN ADDITION TO THE ZOO, STAFF MAINTAIN A 100-YEAR-OLD HISTORIC CAROUSEL, AN ORGANIC ROSE GARDEN, A GREENHOUSE COMPLEX, A STATE OF THE ART COMPOSTING SYSTEM AND TWO NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS.
MEMBERSHIP AND VISITOR EXPERIENCES: THE ZOO'S MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM IS ONE OF THE LARGEST IN THE STATE WITH MEMBERSHIP COUNTS IN THE MID-THIRTY THOUSANDS, ALLOWING UNLIMITED GENERAL ADMISSIONS ACCESS TO THE ZOO FOR ONE YEAR. MEMBERS ALSO ENJOY SPECIAL COMMUNICATIONS, DISCOUNTS, PRESALES AND AN ANNUAL CELEBRATION. VISITORS SERVICES ENCOMPASSES ADMISSIONS, GUEST SERVICES, SECURITY, THE HISTORIC CAROUSEL, GROUP SALES AND EVENT SUPPORT.
Get More from Intellispect for FreeCreate a free account to get more data, nonprofit salaries, advanced search and more.
Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sandy Stelling Immediate Past Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Anders Brown Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Irwin Goverman Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Katie Matison Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Jill Walker Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Linda Allen Board Member | Trustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
True West Llc Concert Promoter | 12/30/23 | $1,990,964 |
Sellen Construction | 12/30/23 | $1,516,514 |
Lmn Architects Design | 12/30/23 | $1,381,759 |
Schultz & Williams Inc Membership Fulfillment | 12/30/23 | $377,064 |
Cmgseattle Advertising | 12/30/23 | $647,160 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $1,814,034 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $20,722,644 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $12,239,836 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $148,442 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $34,776,514 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $25,129,104 |
| Investment income | $1,775,725 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $10,000 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$9,024 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$394,594 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | -$4,200 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $64,694,779 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $568,825 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $5,788 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $518,795 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,359,821 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $800,208 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $24,883,631 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $982,915 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,356,807 |
| Payroll taxes | $2,076,622 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $169,910 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $123,805 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $48,000 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $111,403 |
| Fees for services: Other | $7,805,798 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,619,824 |
| Office expenses | $5,998,823 |
| Information technology | $1,349,335 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,381,307 |
| Travel | $99,129 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $669,811 |
| Interest | $26,827 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $378,699 |
| Insurance | $242,721 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $58,545,265 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $8,657,533 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $30,838,327 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $8,713,691 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,311,236 |
| 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 | $1,882,194 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,897,041 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $35,174,831 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $594,939 |
| Total assets | $91,069,792 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $5,396,839 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $8,173,229 |
| 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 | $13,570,068 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $36,200,739 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $41,298,985 |
| 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 | $91,069,792 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Woodland Park Zoological Society has awarded $566,708 in support to 9 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GREATER MINOT ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY GRANTS | $6,600 |
INTERNATIONAL CRANE FOUNDATION PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY GRANTS | $29,235 |
HENRY VILAS ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY GRANTS | $6,600 |
IDAHO ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY GRANTS | $39,030 |
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE COUNTY PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY GRANTS | $81,774 |
GRIZZLY AND WOLF DISCOVERY CENTER PURPOSE: ADVANCING EMPATHY GRANTS | $133,905 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Woodland Park Zoological Society Seattle, WA | $91,069,792 | $64,694,779 |
Oregon Coast Aquarium Inc Newport, OR | $50,715,034 | $15,072,298 |
Alaska Zoo Anchorage, AK | $10,308,354 | $3,027,795 |
Zoological Society Of Washington Issaquah, WA | $2,063,915 | $1,961,931 |
East Idaho Aquarium Corporation Idaho Falls, ID | $799,335 | $1,319,886 |
Aquarium Of Boise Inc Boise, ID | $956,731 | $1,172,889 |
Gingers Pet Rescue Seattle, WA | $211,096 | $823,276 |
C A T T A L E S Mead, WA | $392,298 | $460,392 |
Oceansalaska Ketchikan, AK | $2,992,386 | $280,422 |
Northwest Trek Foundation Eatonville, WA | $715,036 | $576,330 |
International Longshore & Warehouse Union Juneau, AK | $425,216 | $218,334 |
Zoo Idaho Zoological Society Inc Pocatello, ID | $80,875 | $0 |
Bellevue Girls Lacrosse Club Medina, WA | $78,923 | $0 |
American Association Of Zoo Keepers Portland, OR | $8,973 | $0 |
Gardiner-Reedsport Salmon Trout Enhancement Program Step Inc Reedsport, OR | $163,205 | $0 |