
COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND
COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND

COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND
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Commonwealth Zoological Corporation, doing business as Zoo New England, operates with a mission to inspire the protection and sustainability of the natural world through engaging experiences that integrate wildlife conservation, research, and education. With an operating budget of $28.7 million and total revenue of $29.1 million for the 2024 filing year, the organization supports the Franklin Park Zoo and the Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo while fostering environmental awareness in Massachusetts. Zoo New England does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue, ensuring a diverse funding base for its initiatives.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE ALL ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER SERVICES AND SUPPORT REQUIRED OR CONTEMPLATED BY CHAPTER 92B OF THE MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS TO THE FRANKLIN PARK ZOO AND THE WALTER D. STONE MEMORIAL ZOO, TO ANY OTHER AGENCY OR ENTITY REFERENCED THEREIN, AND ACT INDEPENDENTLY IN CONNECTION WITH ZOOLOGICAL MATTERS. FURTHERMORE, ZOO NEW ENGLAND'S MISSION IS TO INSPIRE PEOPLE TO PROTECT AND SUSTAIN THE NATURAL WORLD FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS BY CREATING FUN AND ENGAGING EXPERIENCES THAT INTEGRATE WILDLIFE AND CONSERVATION PROGRAMS, RESEARCH, AND EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
2
Environment
Zoos
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Populations
2
Adults
Children and youth
Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND’s budget?
In 2024, COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND reported an annual operating budget of around $28.7 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND support?
COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND supports work in Environment and Zoos.
Where does COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND operate?
COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND is headquartered in BOSTON, MA.
Who funded COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND recently?
In 2025, COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND received grants from Boston Foundation, Inc, AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, and Boston Foundation, Inc. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND received in 2024?
The largest grant to COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND in 2024 exceeds $202 thousand.
What is COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND’s reliance on government grants?
COMMONWEALTH ZOOLOGICAL CORPORATION D/B/A ZOO NEW ENGLAND relied on government grants for more than 35% of their total revenue in 2024.
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