2025-11-13T08:34:36-07:00 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 386027356 DETROIT ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY DETR 2485415717 8450 W 10 Mile Road Royal Oak MI 48067 Robert Schumaker Chief Financial Officer 2483365856 2025-11-13 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Dr Hayley W Murphy 8450 W 10 Mile Rd Royal Oak MI 48067 96517141 0 X http://www.detroitzoo.org/ X 1924 MI The mission of the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) is to create meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive. The vision of the DZS is to be a force for positive change in a world where animals and nature are valued, understood and protected by all people. 47 47 602 2292 0 0 26792125 33036298 25153549 26588742 2062630 3820264 334195 704573 54342499 64149877 554933 638508 0 0 25061196 27411084 0 0 1906369 30602039 39067733 56218168 67117325 -1875669 -2967448 70751151 70446976 9379282 10491165 61371869 59955811 The mission of the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) is to create meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive. The vision of the DZS is to be a force for positive change in a world where animals and nature are valued, understood and protected by all people. The DZS operates the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center. 0 0 11922958 638508 0 CONSERVATION, ANIMAL CARE, AND WELFARE: The Detroit Zoological Society demonstrates leadership in wildlife conservation, animal care, and animal welfare. The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center had 1,909 individual animals representing 212 species in its care as of December 31, 2024. The Detroit Zoological Society is a leader in species conservation through its local, national and international field conservation programs, its support of partners' field conservation work and captive breeding of threatened and endangered species at the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center. The Detroit Zoological Society's Center for Zoo and Aquarium Animal Welfare and Ethics is a resource center for captive animal welfare knowledge, research and best practices; a convener and forum for exotic animal welfare science, practice and policy discussions; and a center conducting research and training, and recognizing advances in exotic animal welfare. 4450349 648782 EDUCATION: The Detroit Zoological Society provides a broad audience with outstanding and unique educational opportunities that lead to the appreciation and stewardship of nature. Humane education, environmental literacy, responsible resource management, conservation, science literacy and stewardship are fundamental components of education programming. Programs utilize a variety of instructional strategies - including inquiry-based learning, storytelling, interactive technology and participatory science - to meet the various learning styles of individuals within the community. Regional school district partnerships enhance humane education and life science experiences in the classroom through onsite programs, community-based afterschool programs, internships, teacher training and curriculum support. The DZS education team also creates unique and engaging educational content for a variety of audiences online. 37520076 25951464 GUEST ENGAGEMENT: The Detroit Zoological Society continues to inspire the community with engaging, meaningful and memorable experiences at both the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center. Significant animal habitats/facilities at the Detroit Zoo include the Arctic Ring of Life habitat for polar bears and sea otters, the Devereaux Tiger Forest, the Great Apes of Harambee, the Polk Penguin Conservation Center, the Cotton Family Wolf Wilderness, the Australian Outback Adventure, and the National Amphibian Conservation Center. The Detroit Zoo welcomed more than 1.2 million visitors in 2024. In addition to animal experiences, other attractions at the Zoo include the 4-D Theater, Giraffe Encounter, Tauber Family Railroad, Science On a Sphere, and the Carousel. Visitors can also participate in Zoo-sponsored events including Greenfest, Sunset at the Zoo, Run Wild, Zoo Boo and Wild Lights. Attendance has remained consistent over the past 3 years, and the DZS continued to provide a safe and secure experience to all guests. At the Belle Isle Nature Center, visitors are able to get an insider's view of an active beehive and get an up-close view of Michigan wildlife, including native reptiles and amphibians. Admission and programming at the Belle Isle Nature Center are free of charge. 3012442 116506 The Detroit Zoological Society continues to demonstrate organizational excellence consistent with a commitment to outstanding environmental leadership. The Detroit Zoological Society maintains grounds at the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center totaling 130 acres and 80 buildings where staff members and volunteers are committed to lessening their environmental impact on the Earth. The Detroit Zoological Society has developed a unique, green roadmap called the Greenprint. 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Consistent with financial statement presentations followed by other institutions, primarily museums, the Society excludes the value of its works of art from the statements of financial position. The works of art are held for educational and exhibition purposes. Schedule D, Part III, Line 4 Schedule D, Part III, Line 4 - The Detroit Zoo has a permanent art collection from artists in multiple mediums acquired for the purpose of interpreting the relationship of humans with animals through various cultures and times. The collection was begun with the understanding that art is a visual communication that records feelings, beliefs, and ideas which reflect the cultural context in which it was made, hence artist interpretations were chosen over literal depictions. In the Wildlife Interpretive Gallery, one contemporary piece is a transfer image of cave paintings done by the earliest known artists some 40,000 years ago. Michigan artists in the Wildlife Interpretive Gallery collection are: Rich Branstrom, Susie Colquitt, Laura Ford, Peter Hackett, Cathy Peet, and Ia Moua Yang. Other recognized artists include Larry Rivers and Alexis Rockman. In addition, works by artists including Marshall Fredericks, Tom Tischler and William Allen are displayed throughout the zoo. Schedule D, Part IV, Line 2b Schedule D, Part IV, Line 2b - The Detroit Zoological Society collects donations for the Amazon Rainforest Adopt-A-School program on behalf of CONAPAC, a Peruvian NGO. The Detroit Zoo holds funds for the Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake Species Survival Plan organization and the Society staff are active members in this organization. Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 - The Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) endowments were established to provide a stable source of funding to help underwrite the programs and facilities of the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center. Monies placed in endowments are invested, with interest, and only distributed as dictated by the Society's endowment governing policy. Funds may be established by donors within each endowment. A named fund requires a minimum investment of $100,000 and the revenue may be restricted by the donors. The endowments (minimum of $1 million) of the Detroit Zoological Society include the following: The Berman Academy for Humane Education Endowment: the Berman Academy for Humane Education Endowment was established September 13, 2001 by Madeleine and Mandell L. Berman. The purpose of the endowment is to support operational costs associated with humane education programs at the Detroit Zoo. The John S. and James L. Knight Fund: the Knight fund was established December 13, 1999 by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The purpose of the fund is to support research and education programs of the Detroit Zoological Society. The Society determined that it would be most beneficial as a component of the Humane Education Endowment. The Adelyn B. Devereaux Fund: The Devereaux fund was established December 28, 2001 through Mrs. Adelyn B. Devereaux's trust agreement. The purpose of the fund is to benefit the Detroit Zoological Society's endowment fund. The Society determined that it would be most beneficial as a component of the Humane Education Endowment. The Richard and Jane Manoogian Endowment for Wildlife Art and Interpretation: the Richard and Jane Manoogian Endowment for Wildlife Art and Interpretation was established May 6, 2002 by Richard A. Manoogian. The purpose of the endowment is to purchase and maintain works of art, including sculpture, at the Detroit Zoological Park. In addition, earnings will support educational programs and projects focusing on the interpretation of art that explores the relationship between humans and animals. Schedule D, Part X, Line 2 Schedule D, Part X, Line 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Federal Income Taxes - The Society has been recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as an organization exempt from federal taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (the Code). The Society is a public charity by reason of being described in the Code Section 509(a)(2). The Society is exempt from federal income taxes except to the extent of income derived from unrelated business activities. Unrelated business income is not material to the financial statements. The Society completed an analysis of its tax positions, in accordance with ASC 740, Income Taxes, and determined that no amounts were required to be recognized in the financial statements at December 31, 2024 or 2023. Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2d Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2d - Other adjustments to audited financial statements include: donations to CONAPAC of $230,452 and direct fundraising expenses of $537,273, for a total of $306,821. Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2d Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2d - Other adjustments to audited financial statements include: donations to CONAPAC of $230,452, direct fundraising expenses of $537,273, and rounding of $1, for total of $306,822. 1 South America 0 0 Grantmaking Education Support 250452 South America 0 0 Grantmaking Conservation Support 25000 Sub-Saharan Africa 0 0 Grantmaking Conservation Support 10000 Europe (including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Grantmaking Conservation Support 10000 East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Grantmaking Conservation Support 5000 North America (including Canada and Mexico, but not the United States) 0 0 Grantmaking Conservation Support 2500 0 0 302952 South America Education Support 250452 Wire Transfer 0 South America Conservation Support 25000 Wire Transfer 0 Sub-Saharan Africa Conservation Support 10000 Wire Transfer 0 Europe (including Iceland and Greenland) Conservation Support 10000 Wire Transfer 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 - The Adopt-A-School program receives international support. The Detroit Zoological Society accepts donations from supporters worldwide and transfers the funds in their entirety down to our partners in Peru. A representative from the Detroit Zoological Society participates in the delivery of school supplies annually, providing a first-hand account of the purchased supplies and their distribution. This representative also stays in contact with leaders of the organizations to ensure their activities continue to support their mission. 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X X X X X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hayley Murphy Executive Director/CEO 473368 0 68250 0 5400 0 13800 0 23944 0 584762 0 0 0 Robert Schumaker Chief Financial Officer 250532 0 22240 0 5400 0 11356 0 24044 0 313572 0 0 0 Jane Alessandrini VP of Development 222314 0 17815 0 5400 0 9903 0 23169 0 278601 0 0 0 Randi Hamilton VP of Guest Services, Communications, and Marketing 190945 0 16186 0 5400 0 8853 0 24044 0 245428 0 0 0 Diane Miller VP of Education 181859 0 14613 0 5400 0 8120 0 8600 0 218592 0 0 0 Mike Murray VP of Life Sciences 164395 0 13600 0 5400 0 7789 0 24044 0 215228 0 0 0 Amanda Hanlin Chief of Staff 164795 0 13050 0 5400 0 7559 0 24044 0 214848 0 0 0 Ann Duncan Associate VP of Life Sciences 162622 0 13492 0 5400 0 7521 0 19435 0 208470 0 0 0 Toria Bradley VP of Human Resources - Term Aug 2024 170712 0 3002 0 3600 0 5297 0 7342 0 189953 0 0 0 Richard K Martin Director of Individual Philanthropy 149228 0 2965 0 0 0 6365 0 19162 0 177720 0 0 0 DeAndrea Matthews VP of Diversity and Community Engagement 125132 0 9936 0 5400 0 2924 0 24044 0 167436 0 0 0 X 10 188677 Market Value X Supplies and Auction 199 1082532 Market Value 0 0 1 0 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 - Paying Detroit Zoological Society members receive benefits including free admission to the Detroit Zoo, discounted admission to participating zoos and aquariums across the country, discounts for certain after hours events, and 10% discount in the gift shop. Primary classes of membership include the following: Individual, Family, Supporter, and Renaissance Circle. In addition to the benefits received by the paying members, the members also have certain voting rights. This includes the ability to attend the annual meeting and call special meetings. The annual meeting of the members is held on a date set by the Board of Directors in the second quarter of each year. Special meetings of the members may also be called by the Chairman of the Board, President, a majority of the Board of Directors or of the Executive Committee, or by not less than one-tenth of the members. At each meeting of the members of the Society, each member shall be entitled to cast one vote on each matter submitted for membership action; this vote may be by proxy executed in writing by the member of by his duly authorized attorney-in-fact. No proxy shall be valid after eleven (11) months from the date of its execution unless otherwise provided in the proxy. No person may act as a proxy unless such person is a member of the Society. All privileges of membership (other than voting) are subject to such rules and regulations that may be adopted by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a - The Detroit Zoological Society Board governs, develops policies and strategy and oversees all Society operations and activities. The Governance and Nominating Committee shall be appointed by the Board Chairperson and ratified by the Board of Trustees. The Committee shall include the Board Chairperson, the Director/Chief Executive Officer and at least two other board members. The chairperson of the committee shall be a member of the Board of Trustees. The Governance and Nominating Committee will be responsible for 1. The recruitment, selection, nominating, orientation and evaluation of board members of the Detroit Zoological Society. 2. Maintaining an awareness of the needs of the board and/or its affiliate organizations for executive and board talents. 3. Plan board members' development, including recruitment, orientation, education, and evaluation of their effectiveness. 4. Identify and select candidates for committees of the board using criteria for board service as a guide. 5. Provide an orientation program conducted by management for new board members. 6. Periodically conduct an assessment to determine board educational needs. The Director/Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for researching and updating the committee on educational opportunities. 7. Conduct board self-evaluations. 8. Review the performance of board members prior to re-appointment. 9. Confirm compliance with the DZS conflict of interest policy. 10. Meet as needed. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b - See explanation for Form 990, Part VI, Line 7a. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b - A draft of the IRS Form 990 is prepared by the Detroit Zoological Society's finance department under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer. This draft is sent to an external audit firm where a review is performed by the tax team to ensure accuracy and completeness. After this review a draft is provided to the CEO and Audit Committee for review. The Audit Committee chair then informs the CEO and CFO that the Form can be made available to all board members (via the Executive Committee) and can be filed with the IRS on behalf of the organization. A board resolution is not required in order for the Form 990 to be filed. This final draft is filed with the IRS and state government agencies. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c - The Conflict of Interest Policy is distributed annually to key employees and board members. Key employees are required to read the policy and complete a questionnaire annually, which is maintained by the Human Resources department. Board members are given a copy at the annual board retreat, where they are asked to read the policy and complete the questionnaire and return it to the CEO's executive assistant. If a questionnaire is returned with a potential conflict, it is brought to the Board Chair and/or the CEO of the Society, who shall determine whether a conflict exists and is material. If the matters are material, the potential conflict would be brought to the attention of the Board. The Board Chair and/or the CEO, with the Board, will determine whether a contemplated transaction may be authorized as just, fair and reasonable to the Society. The decision of the Board Chair and/or the CEO of the Society on these matters will rest in their sole discretion, and their concern must be the welfare of the Society and the advancement of its purpose. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 - The Detroit Zoological Society uses the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) salary survey and engages an independent consultant to prepare a competitive salary analysis of non-union, salaried positions and develop salary structures and ranges for these positions. Job grades and salary ranges, including minimum, midpoint, and maximum, were established for each position. Upon determining a wage for a new hire, an individual's salary is set within the range considering the market value of the position (based on the role's primary responsibilities), individual characteristics (experience, performance, etc.) and internal value. Salary is not to be lower than the minimum established wage of the pay grade and range. If a new hire is to be brought in higher than the established midpoint wage of the pay grade and range, it must be approved by the head of Human Resources and another member of the Executive Leadership Team. A salary is not to exceed the established maximum wage of the pay grade and range. Salary guidelines and wages are reviewed by the CEO, CFO and VP of Human Resources. Executive compensation is reviewed and approved by the board Compensation Committee. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 - The financial statements, governing documents, and conflict of interest policy are available to the public upon written request. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g - Contracted/Construction Services = $15,620,600. General Labor = $3,272,877. Skilled Labor = $777,513. Professional Services = $3,571,147. Janitorial Services = $1,072,287. Service Fees = $596,855. Event Entertainment = $145,523.