Animals : Zoos and Aquariums
The Philadelphia Zoo
America's first zoo
Rating
| Overall Rating |  |
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| (55.29) | |||
| Organizational Efficiency | |||
| Program Expenses | 77.9% | ||
| Administrative Expenses | 17.9% | ||
| Fundraising Expenses | 4.1% | ||
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.06 | ||
| Efficiency Rating |  |
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| (35.29) | |||
| Organizational Capacity | |||
| Primary Revenue Growth | 9.0% | ||
| Program Expenses Growth | -0.3% | ||
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 1.26 | ||
| Capacity Rating | |
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| (20.00) |
Income Statement (FYE 02/2008)
Contact Information
The Philadelphia Zoo
3400 West Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104
tel: (215) 243-5673
fax: (215) 243-5385
EIN: 23-1352298
Leadership (FYE 02/2008)
| 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.) | $300,000 | 0.95% |
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 focused on 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 | 55.29 | |
| Wildlife Conservation Society - NY | 63.12 |  |
| Palm Beach Zoo - FL | 60.50 | |
| National Aviary - PA | 56.80 | |
| Blank Park Zoo - IA | 60.06 | |
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Philadelphia Zoo - PA | 55.29 | |
| Zoological Society of San Diego - CA | 60.49 | |
| Wildlife Conservation Society - NY | 63.12 | |
| Houston Zoo - TX | 60.01 | |
| Blank Park Zoo - IA | 60.06 | |
| Chicago Zoological Society - IL | 60.71 | |
