Monterey Zoological Society
Monterey Zoological Society
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About this organization
Mission
While providing exemplary animal care, Monterey Zoological Society is dedicated to providing an entertaining yet educational experience which fosters public awareness and respect for all wildlife.
About
Our primary activity is to exhibit the animals to the public during daily public tours. The facility is home to more than 180 animals. Conservation and education is our core goal for our visitor's experience. The zoo offers locals an opportunity to see and learn about animals in a fun, family environment. Tours of the animals is our opportunity to convey a message of conservation to the public, especially our local children.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The filing documents outline the non-profit's mission as “Our goal is to educate visitors about the challenges facing both captive and wild animals to increase understanding and support while promoting conservation. monterey zoological society strives to maintain a diverse group of wildlife species as we believe that a sustainable captive animal population is imperative to ensuring the survival of all species.”.
When outlining the tasks it performs, they were referred to as: “While providing exemplary animal care, monterey zoological society is dedicated to providing an entertaining yet educational experience which fosters public awareness and respect for all wildlife.”.
- The non-profit's reported state of operation is CA as per legal requirements.
- The filing reveals that the address of the non-profit in 2020 is 400 River Road, SALINAS, CA, 93908.
- As of 2020, the non-profit has 16 employees reported on their 990 form.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $1,273,806.
- The CEO compensation policy of the organization is not established through an independent review and approval process.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 3 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 2007.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $287,970 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization has fundraising events.
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