Lazy 5 Ranch

15100 Mooresville Rd Mooresville, NC 28115

Phone: 704-663-5100
Lazy5Ranch.com

ANNUAL
REPORT
FY 2014

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Table of Contents
Letter from the President .. 3
An Australian Adventure .. 5
Statement of Financial Position .... 6
Statement of Activities ... 7
Net Income .. 8
Total Expenditures .. 9
Executive Information .. 10
Community Achievements.. 11
Thank You Letter to Donors.... 15

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Letter from the President

Dear Fellow Stockholders,

Although we had a humble beginning, the Lazy 5 Ranch has grown to become the home to
over 750 animals from six different continents
Over 35 years ago, it all started in my very own barn with just one baby giraffe named Jeff.
School groups were invited to gaze at the animals from the opposite side of the fence and
through cracks of the barn doors. Other groups decided to make loops through the driveway
to get a glimpse of the exotic animals. This experience opened the door to new educational
and entertaining possibilities.
Therefore, we came up with the idea of a park to share the full experience with children and
adults alike. After years of planning and hard work, the park was finally opened on May 22,
1993. With only five staff members, two buildings and only two operating wagons, the Lazy 5
Ranch was officially open for business.
It is because of our unpretentious history that we strive to educate in an entertaining way, all
while providing an excellent environment for the reproduction of these beautiful animals.
Today, these animals can be viewed by a horse drawn wagon ride tour or from the comfort of
your own vehicle while travelling along a four-mile safari ride. The Lazy 5 Ranch features
exotic animals ranging from Gravy Zebra, Scimitar Horned Oryx, and Ring-tailed Lemur.
We are positive the Lazy 5 Ranch has a bright future because there is so much to be learned
from the many amazing creatures residing on the ranch.

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Letter from the President

In order to continue to provide such an entertaining and educational experience, we plan to

expand the ranch to include exotic creatures in a wider variety. We will also provide
informational packets on each animal explaining in detail their origin along with each unique
quality. I sincerely believe these measures will help enhance and further the education of all of
our visitors.
This past year was our best yet. What made the difference is all the support we have gained
from all of our stockholders. It is our mission to continue to grow and exceed last years
success.
We will do so by increasing the average number of daily visitors to the ranch, as well as
increasing the length of the safari ride by two extra miles. We will remain dedicated to this
mission because we understand the importance of sharing the different species this earth has
to offer

Henry Hampton
Founder and President

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An Austra lia n Adventure

An Australian Adventure in Mooresville, North Carolina

At the Lazy 5 Ranch, you will have the
opportunity to enjoy up close encounters
with hundreds of exotic animals from all
over the world. Ride through this unique
drive-through animal park and zoo or have
the option to take a horse-drawn wagon
ride for a true up-close safari experience!
The area includes numerous features and
exhibits that are always being expanded.
The Lazy 5 Ranch is always striving to
Lazy 5s friendly family of koalas
have a constantly changing environment
so adding new exhibits is always necessary. The hope is to increase variety and continue to educate
and entertain visitors. The new exhibit will be an opportunity for visitors to become actual Australian
explorers right here on the ranch!
So, come take a trip to Australia! The new Lazy 5 Ranch exhibit will offer visitors the opportunity to
explore the vast island continent with interactive tours. Australia is home to some of the worlds most
distinctive and diverse natural environments and Lazy 5 is bringing that all to you. The new exhibit
will also feature a multitude of new exotic animals, including kangaroos, koalas and tiger quoll.
Prepare to get up close and personal with the land of savage beauty as Lazy 5 Ranch takes you on the
ultimate Australian getaway.

Suzzane the kangaroo

One of Australias most exotic animals,

the tiger quoll

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Statement of Financial Position

Assets
Cash and Investments
Pledges and Other
Receivables
Inventories and
Property/Equipment
Other
Total Assets

Liabilities
Accounts Payable, Accrued
Expenses and Deposits
Long-Term Debt
Total Liabilities

2013
$543,300
$46,930

2014
$547,200
$54,540

$109,900

$115,500

$24,860
$724,990

$31,450
$748,690

2013
$104,500

2014
$111,150

$46,450
$150,950

$57,580
$168,730

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Statement of Activities
Revenues
Contributions and Special
Projects
Membership Dues
Gift Shop Revenues
Loss on Disposal of Property
and Equipment
Total Revenues

Expenses
Membership Services
Fundraising
Expansion
Special Projects
Total Expenses

2013
$183,500

2014
$280,900

$20,600
$110,000
$-1,500

$21,500
$113,500
$-2,450

$312,600

$413,450

2013
$11,500
$5,500
$0
$5,500
$22,500

2014
$15,150
$8,900
$89,900
$98,900
$212,850

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Net Income

Net Income
$1,960,650

2014

$1,609,340

2013

Net Income
2012

$1,610,500

2011

$1,598,600

$0

$500,000

$1,000,000

$1,500,000

$2,000,000

$2,500,000

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Total Expenditures

Total Expenditures
$200

$960

$10,500
Phone
Electricity
$22,000

$4,000

Water and Sewage

Waste Removal
Maintenance and Repairs
Supplies

$13,000

Lazy 5 Ranch FY 2014

An Austra lia n Adventure

Executive Information
Henry Hampton
President

Office Tel (704) 663-5110

Fax (704) 663-5120
Email: hampton@lazy5ranch.com

Jane Jerrie
Chief Financial Officer

Office Tel (704) 663-5111

Fax (704) 663-5121
Email: Jerrie@lazy5ranch.com

Don Reese
Chief Operating Officer

Office Tel (704) 663-5112

Fax (704) 663-5122
Email: Reese@lazy5ranch.com

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