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MIP Score

77

Animal Care
Zoo & Aquarium

Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society

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

Tax-Exempt

Address

4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80906

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Founded 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

Electric Safari

Explore over 85 light sculptures during the Electric Safari event.

Quarters for Conservation

Quarters for Conservation

Every visit contributes to wildlife conservation projects.

Special Events

Special Events

Join for special events like Dog Days and Electric Moonlight.

Impact Stats

$5,000,000

Total raised

Over $5 Million Raised for Conservation

Funds raised through the Quarters for Conservation program since 2008.

5

Ranking

Voted #5 Best Zoo in North America

Achieved recognition in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.

$1,000,000

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

Electric Moonlight

2024-12-05

An adult-only event featuring holiday lights, live music, and food.

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Dog Days at the Zoo

Dog Days at the Zoo

2024-12-11

Bring your dog to experience a day at the zoo, with special tickets available for pets.

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Our Programs

Quarters for Conservation

Quarters for Conservation

A program where part of zoo admission directly funds wildlife conservation efforts.

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Animal Encounters

Animal Encounters

Hands-on experiences interacting with various animals.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Zoo Guides

Help educate visitors about the animals and conservation efforts.

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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

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants3.476M12.03%
Program Services24.06M83.27%
Investment Income1.104M3.82%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets-60.27K-0.21%
Other Notable Sources306.9K1.06%
Total Revenue28.89M100.00%