Memphis Zoo
MEMPHIS, TN · Animal-Related
Built from IRS filings (latest Form 990: tax year 2024). Memphis Zoo has not reviewed or approved this page. Kindora is not affiliated with it.
Mission
THE MEMPHIS ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY IS BUILDING ONE OF THE WORLD'S GREAT ZOOS IN MEMPHIS. OUR STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS ARE DEDICATED TO PROVIDING A NATURALISTIC AND ENRICHING SANCTUARY FOR OUR ANIMALS AND A CLEAN, FRIENDLY, ENTERTAINING, AND EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE FOR OUR GUESTS.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds Memphis Zoo
$1.8M in foundation grants on record from 29 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Dunavant Foundation | $800K | 1 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Memphis | $350K | 4 |
| Bailey Wildlife Foundation | $180K | 2 |
| Belz Foundation | $113K | 4 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $81K | 4 |
| Christian Community Foundation of Memphis | $45K | 5 |
| Jewish Foundation of Memphis | $42K | 4 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | $40K | 2 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | $25K | 1 |
| Magdovitz Family Foundation | $20K | 2 |
Leadership
MATTHEW THOMPSON (Principal officer)
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