Animals : Zoos and Aquariums
The Philadelphia Zoo
America's first zoo
Rating
| Overall Rating |  |
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| (42.15) | |||
| Organizational Efficiency | |||
| Program Expenses | 72.6% | ||
| Administrative Expenses | 22.8% | ||
| Fundraising Expenses | 4.5% | ||
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.08 | ||
| Efficiency Rating |  |
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| (32.26) | |||
| Organizational Capacity | |||
| Primary Revenue Growth | -1.3% | ||
| Program Expenses Growth | -2.6% | ||
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 0.90 | ||
| Capacity Rating |  |
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| (9.89) |
Income Statement (FYE 02/2007)
Contact Information
The Philadelphia Zoo
3400 West Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104
tel: (215) 243-5673
fax: (215) 243-5385
Leadership (FYE 02/2007)
| Name | Title | Compensation | % of Expenses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikram Dewan | President, CEO (The person identified as holding the highest position of management, and therefore who would normally be responsible for carrying out the mission of the charity and leading the organization on a day-to-day basis.) | $193,110 | 0.59% | |
| Other Salaries of Note | ||||
| Alexander Hoskins | Former President, CEO (Using information reported on an organization's most recent Form 990, we include as compensation an individual's salary, cash bonuses, and expense accounts and other allowances. We do not include contributions to benefit plans or compensation deferred to a future date.) | $216,723 | 0.67% | |
Donor Privacy Policy
YES, this charity has a written donor privacy policy.
Mission
The mission of the Philadelphia Zoo is to advance discovery, understanding and stewardship of the natural world through compelling exhibition and interpretation of living animals and plants. Throughout its history, the Philadelphia Zoo has played a monumental role in educating the public about exotic animals, promoting and participating in worldwide conservation efforts for endangered wildlife, and providing exceptional recreational opportunities for families. Today, the Zoo is reaching new heights in all areas of its mission as a conservation, education and recreation organization. The Zoo is the Philadelphia region's leading family attraction, welcoming more than 1.1 million visitors a year.
Charities Performing Similar Types of Work
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Philadelphia Zoo - PA | 42.15 | |
| Zoological Society of San Diego - CA | 63.88 |  |
| Blank Park Zoo - IA | 68.01 | |
| Tulsa Zoo Friends - OK | 58.32 |  |
| Brookfield Zoo - IL | 59.37 | |
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Philadelphia Zoo - PA | 42.15 | |
| Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium - PA | 56.44 | |
| Wildlife Conservation Society - NY | 62.12 | |
| Blank Park Zoo - IA | 68.01 | |
| Tulsa Zoo Friends - OK | 58.32 | |
| Birmingham Zoo - AL | 68.30 | |
