Mission
Oakland Zoo is dedicated to wildlife conservation and education. It serves as a sanctuary for wildlife, provides improved animal wellbeing standards, and engages the community in conservation efforts through various educational programs and partnerships.
Basic Information
Founded in
1936
EIN
94-1687847
Total Assets
$99.13 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
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Veterinary Hospital Tours
Tour the state-of-the-art Veterinary Hospital, designed for animal care and treatment.
Glowfari
Enjoy hundreds of larger-than-life animal lanterns at this popular family-friendly event.
Animal Webcams
Watch live feeds of our animals through our various webcams.
Impact Stats
Vouchers Issued
Supported Children in Education
Provided 5,500 vouchers for free admission to underserved students through Zoo-To-Community programs.
Passes Donated
Community Engagement
Donated over 10,000 family passes annually to local charities and organizations.
Conservation Projects Supported
Wildlife Conservation Initiatives
Collaborated with global conservation partners to enhance wildlife protection strategies.
Past Events
Networking for Business Members
2023-02-15
Chamber of Commerce Networking Event.
Wildlife Gala Night
2023-01-20
Annual fundraising gala to support wildlife conservation efforts.
Zoo Volunteer Day
2023-03-10
Community volunteer day for zoo cleanup and maintenance.
Upcoming Events
Annual Healthy Living Festival
2024-09-15
An event focused on elder health and wellness, with activities and resources available.
Learn MoreZooCamp Registration
2024-05-01
Summer camp programs for children focusing on wildlife and ecology.
Learn MoreFundraising Gala
2024-03-15
An annual gala event to raise funds for animal care and conservation projects.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Wildlife Conservation Initiatives
Involves various projects aimed at conserving wildlife locally and globally.
Learn MoreVeterinary Care Education
Educational tours and experiences focused on animal health and veterinary practices.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Zoo Volunteer
Assist with various tasks at the zoo to help care for animals and maintain facilities.
Learn MoreYouth Intern Program
Provides training and job experience to youth interested in conservation careers.
Learn MoreCommunity Cleanup Volunteer
Participate in community cleanup days for local parks and habitats.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"Oakland Zoo has long prioritized common sense and welfare in animal care."
Brittany Peet
Director, Captive Animal Law Enforcement, PETA Foundation
"The work Oakland Zoo does in educating the public and conserving wildlife is invaluable."
Dr. Jane Goodall
Founder, Roots & Shoots
"My kids love learning about animals and conservation at the zoo!"
Local Parent
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
77
66
/100
Program Expense Ratio
75.60%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
25.79%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.07795
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
3.031
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 14.58M | 41.23% |
| Program Services | 19.16M | 54.18% |
| Investment Income | 250 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 1.422M | 4.02% |
| Total Revenue | 35.36M | 100.00% |