Kentucky Reptile Zoo
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
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About this organization
Mission
Educating the public about reptiles and their importance to the world's fragile ecosystems.
About
Education - approximately 22,500 individuals attended lecture programs and 8,078 visited the zoological exhibits. College interns assist in education. The organization provided 1,205.83 grams of venom to 21 different clients for medical/scientific research. Provided continuing biological research for 4 researchers by allowing them access to animals housed at the zoo.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The filing documents outline the non-profit's mission as “The mission of kentucky reptile zoo is the production of venom towards pharmaceutical research and the production of antiserum, the antidote for venomous snakebites. the kentucky reptile zoo also is involved in educating the public about reptiles and their importance to the world's fragile ecosystems through observation, lectures, and demonstration.”.
When outlining the tasks it performs, they were referred to as: “Educating the public about reptiles and their importance to the world's fragile ecosystems.”.
- The non-profit's reported state of operation is KY as per legal requirements.
- The filing reveals that the address of the non-profit in 2020 is 200 LE RAILROAD ROAD, SLADE, KY, 40376.
- As of 2020, the non-profit has 7 employees reported on their 990 form.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $100,000 and $250,000.
- Revenue is between $250,000 and $500,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $31,297.
- The organization has 3 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1992.
- The organization pays $109,427 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.