EIN 02-0678512

Phoenix Herpetological Society

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
31
State
Year formed
2003
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
Phoenix Herpetological Society rescues and rehabilitates reptiles while also providing conservation education. They offer both on and offsite educational programs to teach the public about responsible ownership, legal issues, co-existence with native animals, and venomous reptile awareness. Their animal rescue program provides housing and habitats for unwanted or abused reptiles, including those seized by law enforcement that would otherwise be euthanized. The society is located in Scottsdale, AZ.
Also known as...
Johnson Russell J
Total revenues
$1,884,983
2023
Total expenses
$1,777,617
2023
Total assets
$509,998
2023
Num. employees
31
2023

Program areas at Phoenix Herpetological Society

Animal rescue program: provide housing and create habitats for unwanted or abused reptiles. A sanctuary is provided for numerous illegally owned animals that are seized by law enforcement, which would otherwise be euthanized. Appropriate environments are created for the reptiles upon waiting for permanent placement.
Education programs: these onsite and offsite programs provide education to the public which include information on responsible ownership, husbandry, legal issues, co- existence with native animals and venomous reptile awareness. Attendees are instructed on desert safety issues and that may reptiles do not make good pets for inexperienced owners. The goal is to reduce the number of unwanted and abandoned reptile pets.
Animal adoption/sponsorship program: create a place for unwanted and abused reptiles into qualified facilities and homes throughout the u.s.
Shows & expos with live animals for 3 days around the western u.s. Region for educational exhibit, conservation and co-existing with wildlife.

Who funds Phoenix Herpetological Society

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Robert D Fisher FoundationHealth & Wellness$20,000
DAFgiving360Environmental and Animals$6,850
O'Donovan Family FoundationProgram Support$4,000
...and 7 more grants received

Financials for Phoenix Herpetological Society

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$608,310
Program services$1,169,767
Investment income and dividends$2,444
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$3,800
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$100,662
Total revenues$1,884,983

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Data update history
June 29, 2025
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $4,000 from O'Donovan Family Foundation
January 10, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
January 3, 2025
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $20,000 from Robert D Fisher Foundation
July 14, 2024
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $20,000 from Robert D Fisher Foundation
January 12, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsWildlife protection organizationsAnimal organizationsCharities
Issues
EducationAnimalsWildlife
Characteristics
Community engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
20701 N Scottsdale Rd PMB 401 107
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Metro area
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
County
Maricopa County, AZ
Website URL
phoenixherp.com/ 
Phone
(602) 550-1090
IRS details
EIN
02-0678512
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2003
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
D34: Wildlife Sanctuary, Refuge
NAICS code, primary
813312: Environment, Conservation, and Wildlife Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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