Mission
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, located in Colorado Springs, offers comprehensive education programs, exciting conservation efforts, and fantastic animal experiences. The zoo is dedicated to inspiring guests to appreciate wildlife and take action for conservation. As a non-profit organization, it relies on admissions and donations to fund its initiatives.
Basic Information
Address
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80906
View all Colorado Springs charitiesFounded in
1939
EIN
84-0407039
Total Assets
$106.7 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Electric Safari
Explore over 85 light sculptures during the Electric Safari event.
Quarters for Conservation
Every visit contributes to wildlife conservation projects.
Special Events
Join for special events like Dog Days and Electric Moonlight.
Impact Stats
Total raised
Over $5 Million Raised for Conservation
Funds raised through the Quarters for Conservation program since 2008.
Ranking
Voted #5 Best Zoo in North America
Achieved recognition in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
Total donated
Partnership with Tsavo Trust
Surpassed $1 million donated to support African elephant and rhino conservation efforts.
Past Events
Electric Safari
2022-12-06
Annual Electric Safari event featuring animal-shaped light displays.
Conservation Milestone Celebration
2023-10-30
Commemoration event for raising $1 million for conservation.
Dog Days Event
2023-11-27
Community event for Dog Day at the Zoo.
Upcoming Events
Electric Moonlight
2024-12-05
An adult-only event featuring holiday lights, live music, and food.
Learn MoreDog Days at the Zoo
2024-12-11
Bring your dog to experience a day at the zoo, with special tickets available for pets.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Quarters for Conservation
A program where part of zoo admission directly funds wildlife conservation efforts.
Learn More
Volunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"Cheyenne Mountain Zoo provides an amazing experience that connects us with wildlife."
John Doe
Visitor
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
77
74
/100
Program Expense Ratio
84.02%
16
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-2.63%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.04389
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
4.523
18
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0.3048
18
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 3.476M | 12.03% |
| Program Services | 24.06M | 83.27% |
| Investment Income | 1.104M | 3.82% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | -60.27K | -0.21% |
| Other Notable Sources | 306.9K | 1.06% |
| Total Revenue | 28.89M | 100.00% |