Annual Report - FY 2014

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FISCAL YEAR 201 4 ANNUAL REPORT

THE MISSION OF THE VIRGINIA AQUARIUM & MARINE SCIENCE CENTER IS TO INSPIRE CONSERVATION OF THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES.

Frederick J. Napolitano, II Chairman of the Board

Thomas E. Fraim, Jr. President

Tom Barton, III President Elect

Delceno Miles Vice President

Lee Entsminger Secretary

Shewling Moy Treasurer

Wiley F. Mitchell, Jr. General Counsel

Lynn B. Clements Executive Director

Rendy AdamsC. Max Bartholomew, Jr.Michael BenedettoGeorge H. BowlesMacon BrockJames G. CarlsonKristina ChastainMichelle CollinsBryan CuffeeKenneth CummingsSal DaBieroFranklin P. Earley, Sr.Bob FortCathie J. FranceDon GoldbergWilliam T. Greer, Jr., PhDDr. Richard V. GregoryCraig GrubeKatherine HinesAl HutchinsonEllen KeeterPete LeddyMarina LiacourasGene LovingJohn MatsonCory Mayo

JT McDonaldCheryl McLeskeyTom McNicholasDr. Chris PlatsoucasHarry R. PurkeyKim SavageAnne Randolph SchmuddeJohn SettleWillie ShepherdTina SinnenMichael StandingRay TollAndrew W. Vakos, Sr.Frank WagnerMichael WagnerSamantha WetzlerKim WheelerNikki WilliamsKen Wilson, Jr.

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLERobert W. BerrySara Miller BoydDorcas BrowningThomas C. BroylesBarbara Taylor CreechNancy A. CreechRobert H. DeFord, Jr.John H. FainWilliam J. FanneyMorris H. FineThomas E. Fraim, Sr.Thomas R. FrantzWilliam HearstDr. Clarence A. HollandAnn W. HostElly D. MladickJane M. PurringtonTimothy B. RobertsonMartha Kay RolandDan RyanMichael C. SavvidesEdward B. SnyderNed Williams

VIRGINIA AQUARIUM FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES | July 2013-June 2014

YOUR AQUARIUMTHE VIRGINIA AQUARIUMThe Virginia Aquarium touches the lives of so many people. Certainly the visitors who engage in the hands-on exhibits and participate in educational programs learn about our conservation through education mission. Last year, additional avenues were created for people to say, “Virginia Aquarium is My Aquarium!” Over 620,000 visitors come through our doors, 1,334 volunteers and 154 staff members make it possible for us to operate, and 40,000 members engage with us annually. These are important numbers to make Your Aquarium successful. In the following pages, others will share their stories about their Aquarium and how it has made a difference in the community, state and country.

Your Aquarium provided the following opportunities for you to be involved. Perhaps you:. . . visited the exhibits with your family as a member. . . attended programs and events. . . reported a stranded turtle that you saw on the beach to our team. . . ate dinner at a Sensible Seafood partner restaurant. . . attended Commotion in the Ocean. . . climbed in the trees at the new Adventure Park. . . attended a sea turtle release at First Landing State Park. . . hosted your child’s birthday party at Virginia Aquarium. . . volunteered with your kids in the summer. . . bought a gift in the store. . . recycled your electronics at an e-cycling event. . . donated to the Annual Fund

However you engage, we hope you continue to call Virginia Aquarium Your Aquarium for life.

LYNN B. CLEMENTS THOMAS E. FRAIM, JR.EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PRESIDENT

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CONTENTS WELCOME LETTER 1

DOLPHIN STRANDING RESPONSE 2

SEA TURTLE STRANDING RESPONSE 4

RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION 6

BATTEN FELLOWSHIP 8

KOMODO TRIP 10

AQUARIUM BIRTHS 12

SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES 14

MARSH AMBASSADORS 16

SMALL CHANGE PROJECT 17

AQUAPALS 18

WASHED ASHORE 20

THE ADVENTURE PARK 22

MEMBERSHIP OVERVIEW 24

FACILITY RENTAL 25

FINANCIALS 26

EVENT SPONSORS 28

ANNUAL FUND DONORS 31

VOLUNTEERS 32

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DOLPHINSIN CRISIS

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A SUDDEN INCREASE IN DOLPHIN STRANDINGSMOBILIZES THE AQUARIUM RESPONSE PROGRAM

The Aquarium Stranding Response Team typically responds to an average

of 66 bottlenose dolphin strandings per year. In 2013, Virginia experienced a

devastating 382 strandings, including 11 live events as the dolphin population

off our shores experienced the largest unusual mortality event (UME) ever

to effect the U.S. Atlantic coast. While a morbillivirus was identified as the

primary cause of the UME, important questions remain to be answered. A

major mortality event such as this demonstrates the importance of the marine

mammal stranding network and its efforts to document strandings, gather

samples and data. Understanding how a UME affects this important sentinel

species of ocean health will continue to be a focus of the team.

KATHY O’HARASTRANDING RESPONSE VOLUNTEER

VIRGINIA DOLPHIN STRANDINGS

“I WILL BE FOREVER GRATEFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO CONTINUE LEARNING AND CONTRIBUTING TO THE PROTECTION OF MARINE MAMMALS, SEA TURTLES AND THE OVERALL HEALTH OF ECOSYSTEMS.”

66YEARLY AVERAGE BOTTLENOSEDOLPHIN STRANDINGS2008-2012

382 BOTTLENOSEDOLPHIN STRANDINGS2013

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A STRANDING RESPONSE SUCCESS STORY

On May 23, 2014, a fisherman at the Sandbridge Pier reported a turtle that

swallowed a hook. Upon arrival, the Stranding Response Team found a large

Kemp’s ridley sea turtle with a quarter of its carapace (top shell) and most of

the right rear flipper missing due to a previous injury. While it looked severe,

the wound had healed and Shredder was in good body condition. After hook

removal and a round of antibiotics, Shredder was released on June 26th at the

oceanfront in Virginia Beach.

JOY HAYCOXSTRANDING RESPONSE VOLUNTEER

“THE CONNECTION I FEEL WITH THE ANIMALS AND THE PEOPLE OF THIS AREA MAKE THIS A GREAT PLACE TO GIVE BACK. AS A SCUBA DIVER, I ENJOY JUMPING IN THE RED SEA AQUARIUM TO HELP CLEAN THE TANK AND HANG OUT WITH EAGLE RAYS.”

29LIVE SEA TURTLES RECOVERED BY THE STRANDING RESPONSE TEAM

36 SUCCESSFULLY RELEASED BACK TO THEIR NATURAL OCEAN HABITAT*

SEA TURTLE STRANDINGS

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* Some recovered in prior year were released this year after receiving continued care.

GRANTS FUEL AQUARIUM RESEARCH & CONSERVATION EFFORTS

In addition to philanthropic support, grant funding is truly the life-blood of the Aquarium’s research and conservation efforts. Grant sources include state, federal, private and non-profit agencies and organizations. During fiscal year 2014, grant funding supported research and conservation projects including large whale aerial surveys, sea turtle tagging and tracking, studies of underwater sound, marine debris and potential impacts of climate change. The Aquarium is making significant contributions to marine science and ocean conservation with grant support.

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RESEARCH &CONSERVATION

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CONSERVATION SUPPORT

CROCODILE CONSERVATION

• Presentation at Zoos & Aquariums Committing to Conservation Conference• Borneo Project for Biodiversity• International Union for Conservation of Nature Crocodile Specialists Group• Tomistoma Task Force• Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) Crocodile Advisory Group

SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION

• WIDECAST• Kemp’s Ridley Bi-National Project• Turtle Survival Alliance

BIRD CONSERVATION

• Center for Conservation Biology • Hawk Conservancy Trust

FISH CONSERVATION

• Elasmobranch Husbandry Symposium • Ocean Trust

ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS & AQUARIUMS

• Conservation Endowment Fund• Species Survival Plans• Population Management PlansMARINE ANIMAL CONSERVATION CENTER OPENING 2018

Establish Foundation Task Force in FY 2014 COMPLETE

Establish Capital Improvement Project Funding in FY 2015 City Budget COMPLETE

Request for Proposals for A&E design COMPLETE

Explore Funding Support (state grants and community) IN PROGRESS

MAJOR PROJECT MILESTONES

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RESEARCH & CONSERVATION PROJECTSUN

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ATES NAVY

VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF GAME & INLAND FISHER

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VIRGINIA COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

NATIONAL OCE

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MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

NOAAVCZM

VDGIF

MDNR

USN

CORNELLUNIVERSITY

KELLAMFAMILY GRANT

BATTEN MARINE RESEARCH FUND

OLDDOMINION

UNIVERSITY

TETRA TECH

TIMMONS GROUP

CENTER FORCONSERVATION

BIOLOGY

GOVERNMENTAGENCIES

PRIVATE FUNDS UNIVERSITIES

RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS & FIRMS

GRANT SOURCES

MARINE MAMMALS

SEA TURTLES

STRANDING NETWORK

MARINE DEBRIS

BIRDS

WIND ENERGY PLANNING

CLIMATE CHANGE

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BATTENFELLOWSHIP

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Susan BarcoKaren BurnsLinda D’EriChris EquelsMaureen Fender Beth FirchauChip HarshawJoey Jourdant

Stephen KnoopJulie LevansDavid LoGwen LockhartKaren NevinKristy PhillipsRachel RiesbeckJennifer Richardson

Richard RidolfinoLori SempleMarcia ThomasKatie VaughanJovonne VrechekByron WalkerApril Young

CREATING A PATH TO CONTINUING EDUCATIONJane Batten made the Batten Fellowship for Professional Development

possible through the generosity of Hampton Roads Community Foundation’s

Batten Educational Achievement Fund. Jane felt that this program would

enable existing Aquarium staff members to further their education, training

and professional engagement in support of the Aquarium’s conservation

mission. “The program would also attract talented undergraduate and

graduate college students throughout the country to acquire valuable

education and work experience through fellowships with the education,

animal care, research and technical divisions of the Aquarium.”

DAVID LOWATER QUALITY LAB

“THE BEST THING ABOUT MY JOB IS TEACHING AND TRAINING THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER QUALITY TO THE ANIMALS IN OUR CARE – WE PROCESS MORE THAN 1,300 INDIVIDUAL WATER SAMPLES EACH WEEK TO WATCH OVER THEIR HEALTH.”

2013 BATTEN FELLOWS

Jane Batten with Aquarium Batten Fellows

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A TRIP TOKOMODOISLANDS

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TAKING PART IN AN INTERNATIONAL EFFORT

This March, Senior Herpetology Keeper Colin Walker had the honor of

accompanying and assisting the researchers of the Komodo Survival

Program (KSP) as they conducted annual surveys of the dragons

of Loh Liang, Komodo. KSP receives substantial funding from the

Virginia Aquarium in support of the Association of Zoos & Aquarium’s

Komodo Species Survival Plan.

The purpose of their research is to assess dragon growth rates and

population changes throughout Komodo National Park and impacts

of prey and habitat availability on both dragon population size and

vitality. Research consisted of capturing dragons, either by setting

baited box traps or free capture with a lasso. Before their release,

cranial, jaw, body length, tail girth, and body weight measurements

were collected. Data for each animal is tracked from year-to-year, as

well as fluctuations in the territory they inhabit.

In seven days, the team handled 26 unique dragons, including five

animals never before captured by KSP. In the 11 years since the

surveys began, data from more than one thousand dragons, about 20%

of the species’ wild population, has contributed to our understanding

of Komodo dragons.

Colin Walker, right, assists in survey of dragons in Komodo National Park

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AQUARIUMBIRTHS

ABOUT 200INVERTEBRATES

74FISH

5REPTILES

24BIRDS

SUCCESSFUL

BIRTHS

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THE LARGEST ANIMAL

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400 SPECIES 6 CLASSES

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B I R D S • R E P T I L E S • A M P H I B I A N S • F I S H • M A M M A L S • I N V E R T E B R AT E S

INDIVIDUALS10,000+

POUNDS OFFOOD FISHANNUALLY125,000MORE

THAN

HUSBANDRYVOLUNTEERSINCLUDINGDIVERS100MORE

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HOURS SPENTUNDERWATEREACH MONTH160MORE

THAN

BRINE SHRIMP(UNDER 1CM)

LARGEST EXHIBIT

NORFOLKCANYON

260,000 GALLONS

ENOUGH TO FILL

ATLANTIC STURGEONAcipenser oxyrinchus

BARKING TREEFROGHyla gratiosa

EASTERN TIGER SALAMANDERAmbystoma tigrinum

CANEBRAKE RATTLESNAKECrotalus horridus

GREEN SEA TURTLEChelonia mydas

KEMP’S RIDLEY TURTLELepidochelys kempii

WOOD TURTLEGlyptemys insculpta

LOGGERHEAD SEA TURTLECaretta caretta

TOMISTOMATomistoma schlegelii

MALAYSIAN PAINTED TERRAPINBataqur borneonsis

GIANT POND TURTLEOrlitia borneoensis

THREATENED OR ENDANGERED SPECIES

KOMODO DRAGONVaranus komodoensis

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ABOUT WHAT A 60-FT SPERM WHALE WEIGHS

BATHTUBS 4,333THE SMALLEST ANIMAL

THE TOMISTOMAIS NEARLY 12’ LONG

THAT’S 366X LARGER THAN

21 YEARS 3 MONTHS & 15 DAYS

HOURS WORKED BY HUSBANDRYSTAFF ANNUALLY186,500MORE

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SUSTAINABLEPRACTICES

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LEADING THE WAY FOR A HEALTHIER PLANET

The Aquarium upholds high standards within its operations and promotes

awareness in the community about green resources and practices as part of

its conservation mission. This is accomplished through a variety of ongoing

programs that position the Aquarium as a leader in sustainable practices.

Environmentally responsible and sustainable operations include

recycling and reuse, waste reduction, water and energy conservation, onsite

composting of organic waste and green-sourcing of consumable materials.

The Sensible Seafood Program, along with its more than 75 restaurant and

commercial partners, encourages consumers to make informed choices

that contribute to a healthy marine environment. A simple reference guide

helps users determine the best choices when selecting seafood. The annual

Sensible Seafood Fest celebrates sustainable foods and continues to

educate and entertain sell-out crowds.

E-Cycling events held twice each year in partnership with Goodwill

Industries and TFC Recycling & Recycling Perks have helped citizens

recycle more than 220 tons of electronic goods.

MARIA MIGLIORETTIWHOLE FOODS MARKET

“AQUARIUM STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS ARE COMMITTED TO SAVING OUR WATERWAYS AND EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ON THEIR ROLE. MY COMPANY VALUES THE AQUARIUM AS A PARTNER IN SUSTAINABILITY EDUCATION AND AWARENESS.”

OUTSTANDING NONPROFIT, AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN RECYCLINGThe Virginia Recycling Association

2013 VIRGINIA GREEN ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR Virginia Green Travel Program

2014 ENHANCED GREEN PRACTICES GRANTKeep Virginia Beautiful

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Aquarium volunteers take part in International Coastal Cleanup 2014

S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y AWA R D S

YOUNG CONSERVATIONISTS ROLL UP THEIR SLEEVES

Twenty-five teens ages 13 through 18 were selected through a written

application and verbal interview process to become Marsh Ambassadors.

Students explored the Owls Creek salt marsh by kayak, performed hands-

on experiments, participated in a creek clean-up, and educated Aquarium

guests about salt marsh conservation during Marsh Ambassadors Week. At

the conclusion of the program, students cited more conscientious behaviors

at home based on new knowledge they had gained. Many also expressed

interest in becoming volunteers at the Virginia Aquarium in the future.

ANUPEM NAIR & ARYA NAIRMARSH AMBASSADORS

“AT THE AQUARIUM, WE FEEL LIKE WE ARE PART OF A HELPFUL, INFORMED COMMUNITY. IT NOT ONLY PROVIDES RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR CURIOUS AND MOTIVATED YOUTH, BUT ALSO PROVIDES THE COUNTRY WITH COMPREHENSIVE RESEARCH ON MARINE LIFE AND CONSERVATION.”

MARSH AMBASSADORS

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“I LOVE TO VISIT THE AQUARIUM AND I HELPED SAVE THESEA TURTLES BYRAISING MONEY. MYFAVORITE MEMORY HERE IS WATCHING THE SEA TURTLES GET FED WHEN WE WENT BEHIND THE SCENES.”

ZACHARYSTEVENSTOP SEASONAL SAVER AGE 7

“VIRGINIA AQUARIUM IS MY AQUARIUM BECAUSE I HELP

SAVE THE ANIMALS. I SAVE TO SUPPORT IT

BECAUSE I WANT THE SEA TURTLES TO LIVE. MY FAVORITE MEMORY HERE IS SEEING THE TURTLES SWIM.”

ALLIE HEILIGTOP SEASONAL SAVER AGE 6

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CREATING A POSITIVE IMPACT STARTS EARLY

Giving young supporters a way to make every penny count for the marine

animals they love, the Aquarium created a foldable sea turtle savings

bank in partnership with Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union. Small

Change for Conservation “Sea Turtle Banks” are available at the Virginia

Aquarium and Beach Municipal locations.

Participants deliver full “Sea Turtle Banks” to Beach Municipal, where

they learn the total amount of funds they have saved and donated. Every

child receives a prize for participating and top Seasonal Savers win

special prizes; a drawing will be held at the end of the year for a premier

grand prize package.

SMALL CHANGEMY AQUARIUM

AQUAPALSANIMAL ADOPTION PROGRAM

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Helping supporters feel a close

connection between their

contributions and the species

they help protect, the Aquarium

developed AquaPALS, an animal

adoption program featuring 12

species of adoptees. AquaPALS

allows individuals, businesses and

classrooms to contribute to the care

of Aquarium animals and stranded

sea turtle rehabilitation, as well as

advance many dolphin and whale

research and conservation initiatives.

Receiving a variety of benefits,

adopters can choose from four

different levels of support as

AquaPALS: Parent ($25), Advocate

($50), Lover ($100), and Superstar

($200). Classroom adoptions are

also available for $150, allowing

teachers and children to connect to

animals in the classroom.AMY PAULSONALANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

“ADOPTING FOUR LOGGERHEAD TURTLE HATCHLINGS THROUGH THE AQUAPALS CLASSROOM ADOPTION PROGRAM WAS AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE FOR OUR THIRD GRADE STUDENTS. I FEEL TREMENDOUSLY FORTUNATE TO BE ABLE TO PROVIDE SUCH AN ENRICHING EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.”

MAKING AQUARIUM ANIMALS PART OF THE GANG

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CHANGING EXHIBITSWASHEDASHORE

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SAMANTHAVAKOSJUNIOR VOLUNTEER

“THE AQUARIUM HAS ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF MY LIFE. AS A CHILD, I VISITED MANY TIMES AND HAVE BEEN ABLE TO WATCH THE AQUARIUM GROW AS I GROW. NOW I ENJOY VOLUNTEERING AND INTERACTING WITH PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER. IT PLAYS A LARGE ROLE IN WHO I AM.”

WASHED ASHORE: ART TO SAVE THE SEA

Washed Ashore engaged Aquarium visitors in a thought-provoking

exhibit June 7 through September 28, 2014. Graphically illustrating the

tragedy of pollution in our oceans, the installation featured giant sea life

sculptures made entirely of marine debris collected from beaches. The

display is one of several traveling exhibits created under the artistic

direction of project founder Angela Haseltine Pozzi by thousands of

volunteers from Oregon and other West Coast beaches.

“Lidia,” a 10-foot tall seal sculpture, greeted visitors near the Aquarium’s

outdoor seal exhibit and enticed visitors to see 13 additional sculptures,

most located in the Changing Exhibit Gallery. Along with unique art

pieces, the exhibition included educational signage and programs that

encourage reducing, refusing, reusing and recycling.

Thanks to the sponsorships from the Lee A. and Helen Gifford

Foundation, The Oceanfront Inn, and TFC Recycling.

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“Lidia” the seal sculpture made an appearance at the oceanfront to promote the exhibit.

THEADVENTURE PARK

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A THRILLING EXPERIENCE ON AQUARIUM TRAILS

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium, an eco-friendly aerial

adventure experience in the trees above scenic nature, opened May 30,

2014. An attraction like no other in Coastal Virginia, The Adventure Park

is perfect for families and groups, giving climbers of all ages a sense of

accomplishment and connection with the environment.

Up in the trees of the Aquarium’s Nature Path, visitors see wooden

platforms at different heights, connected either by zip lines or challenge

bridges that climbers navigate in order to get from one platform to the

next. A series of these crossings comprises the 13 aerial trails, each

color-coded by degree of difficulty.

Created in partnership with Outdoor Venture Group, LLC, The Adventure

Park at Virginia Aquarium provides visitors an exciting way to engage

with the natural environment and adds another dimension to their

Aquarium experience.

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150 BRIDGESSWINGS & TUNNELS

21ZIP LINES

7ACRES

13TRAILS

4,8781,272

1,770

5654

7,985TOTAL MEMBERSHIPS SOLD

JULY 2013

12,295MONTH OF HIGHEST MEMBER ATTENDANCE

WITHINHAMPTON ROADS:85.5%

INVIRGINIA BEACH57%

OUTSIDEHAMPTON ROADS:14.5%

WHERE MEMBERS LIVE

121,067MEMBER VISITS

ADULTS

CHILDREN

INFANTS

SENIORS

68,170

31,494

20,951

452

12,295

MEMBERSHIPS SOLDJULY 1, 2013 - JUNE 20, 2014

MEMBERSHIP OVERVIEW

MEMBERSHIP LEVEL

OTTER - $80

CRAB - $125

HEDGEHOG - $175

STINGRAY - $275

SEAL - $500

WHALE SOCIETY - $1,000

61%OF ALLMEMBERSHIPS SOLD

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FACILITY RENTAL

KRISTIN ERBEBRIDE

“FOR YEARS, THE VIRGINIA AQUARIUM HAS BEEN A DESTINATION FOR OUR FAMILY TO CREATE MEMORIES AND LEARN ABOUT THE OCEAN. THIS YEAR WE TOOK IT TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL BY HAVING OUR WEDDING HERE! ON NEW YEAR’S EVE WE SAID “I DO” IN THE CHANGING EXHIBITS GALLERY AND PARTIED IN THE PROMENADE ROOM. IT TRULY FEELS LIKE MY AQUARIUM.”

The Aquarium is a premiere party, wedding and corporate meeting

destination in Virginia Beach. Each year, thousands of private event guests

enjoy gourmet catering by Sodexo, million dollar views, and unique animal

encounters while celebrating with friends and family. Income earned from

facility rental supports educational and conservation initiatives.

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71EVENTS

Business

Weddings

City

Military

Proms

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463

10,926GUESTS

4,942

2,030

1,802

676

1,475

OPERATING REVENUE & SUPPORT FY14

ADMISSION REVENUE $5,777,264 | 40%

FED/STATE/LOCAL GRANTS & SUPPORT 3,361,517 | 24%

CONTRIBUTIONS/CORPORATE GRANTS/MEMBERSHIP 2,570,317 | 18%

FACILITY USE 1,755,231 | 12%

EDUCATION PROGRAMS 565,369 | 4%

INVESTMENT INCOME 286,191 | 2%

TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE & SUPPORT $14,315,889 | 100%

$14,315,889TOTAL OPERATING

REVENUE & SUPPORT

40%

4%

23%

18%

12%

2%

FINANCIALS

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$14,298,293TOTAL OPERATING

EXPENDITURES

50%

4%

16%

22%

7%

OPERATING EXPENDITURES FY14

EMPLOYEE COSTS $7,192,297 | 50%

CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 3,100,603 | 22%

SUPPLIES 2,350,751 | 17%

OTHER CHARGES 1,019,949 | 7%

DEPRECIATION 634,693 | 4%

TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES $14,298,293 | 100%

NET OPERATING REVENUE & SUPPORT FY14 $17,596NET OPERATING REVENUE &

SUPPORT FY14

$17,596

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EVENT SPONSORSSENSIBLE SEAFOOD FEST

Title SponsorPNC Bank

Diamond SponsorWhole Foods Market Virginia Beach

Platinum SponsorHigh Liner Foods, Inc.

Gold SponsorPortfolio Recovery Associates

Wine SponsorThe Williamsburg Winery

Silver SponsorsAnne Randolph & Eric Schmudde

Hap & Becky Chalmers

Mid Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

McLeskey Family Foundation

Hoffman Beverage

Sam Rust Seafood

TFC Recycling & Recycling Perks

Tidewater Home Funding

Bob & Leslie Fort

H.M. Terry Co.

Bronze SponsorsNorfolk Southern Corporation,

Matching Gift

Dr. Thomas O’Hara, DDS

Wild River Outfitters, Sensible

Seafood Family Day

Friends of Sensible Seafood

Lynnhaven Oyster Company

Natural Organic Process Enterprises,

N.O.P.E. Composting

Norva Plastics

Patrick Evans-Hylton

Sysco

Virginia Marine Products Board

Walmart

Whitlock, Billy Edwards

Participating Restaurants & FriendsAbbey Road Pub & Restaurant

Atlantic Shores

Burton’s Grill

Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club

Cherrystone Aqua Farms

Culinary Institute of Virginia

Distinctive Gourmet

Green Mountain Coffee

Hot Tuna Bar & Grill

McCormick & Schmick’s

Murphy’s Irish Pub

Rajput Indian Cuisine

Rockafeller’s Restaurant

Skinny Dip

Sodexo at Virginia Aquarium

Swan Terrace Grill

SYSCO

Tautog’s Restaurant

The Tines at Town Center Crowne Plaza

Virginia Marine Products Board

Waterman’s Surfside Grille

Whole Foods Market Virginia Beach

Wicker’s Crab Pot

GOLF CLASSIC

Title SponsorHoffman Beverage

Beverage CartsABS Technology Architects

Chipping GameESI

Driving RangeWheelabrator Technologies, Inc.

Putting GreensThe Fain Family

PrizeHarvey Lindsay Commercial

Real Estate

Golf CartsPortfolio Recovery Associates

Hole in OneBeach Ford

Norfolk Marine

Longest DriveTidewater Home Funding

Closest to the PinOptima Health

LunchSodexo at Virginia Aquarium

DinnerThe Black Angus Restaurant

Goody BagTami Aloisa, Merrill Lynch

Foursome Plus SponsorsAmerican Shipping Co.

Beaven Smith

Macon Brock

Capital Concrete

Chartway Federal Credit Union

Clancy Holland

East Coast Repair & Fabrication

Farm Bureau Live – Premium

Seats Department

First Team Auto

GeoEnvironmental Resources, Inc.

Dick Gregory / Lee Entsminger

LifeNet Health

MASA Corp.

Old Virginia Mortgage

Palladium Registered

Investment Advisors

PNC Bank

RD Auto.com

Sinnen Green & Associates

Siska Aurand Landscape Architects

Southern Trust Mortgage

Walmart

Ware Insurance

Wells Fargo Bank

Tom Witherspoon

Wolcott Rivers Gates Attorneys at Law

Hole SponsorsAltmeyer Funeral Home

Bank of America

Brad Kasinger

Kathleen & TR Reed

Karen Moyer

Monster Energy

Mosquito Joe

Nestle Nesquick

Olympia Development Corp.

Sam’s Club

Dr. Thomas O’Hara, DDS

Tidewater Fleet Supply

Wells Fargo Advisors, Fred Hughes

Prize & Goody Bag SponsorsALSCO

Broad Bay Country Club

Bow Creek Golf Course

Cahoon Plantation

Dan Ryan’s for Men

Eco Maniac

Frito Lay

Green Mountain Coffee

H&L Toms

Heron Ridge Golf Club

Hoffman Beverage

Kempsville Greens Golf Course

Metropolitan Oyster Exchange

Mid Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

Nansemond River Golf Club

Old Beach Green Market

Owls Creek Golf Course

Princess Anne Country Club

Redwing Golf Course

Riverfront Golf Club

Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt

Sleepy Hole Golf Course

Virginia Aquarium Foundation

VB National Golf Course

Wheeler Real Estate Investment Trust

Wolcott Rivers Gates Attorneys at Law

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COMMOTION IN THE OCEAN

Title SponsorsAmerigroup

TowneBank

Williams Mullen

Gold SponsorsBB&T

Capital Group

Endurance IT Services

Silver SponsorsABS Technology Architects

Beach Ford

Farm Bureau Live – Premium Seats

First Team Auto

Fulton Bank

Hoffman Beverage

Maersk Line, Limited

Mid Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

Monarch Bank

Tidewater Home Funding

Bronze SponsorsBCF

Burton Lumber Corporation

Cheryl P. McLeskey

Dollar Tree

Sande & MaryAnne Dukas

East Coast Appliance

Farm Fresh Foundation

FCI Towers, Inc.

The Franklin Johnston Group

Ironclad Technology Services, LLC

Marathon Consulting

MASA Corporation

McPhillips, Roberts & Deans, PLC

Old Virginia Mortgage

Pungo Strawberry Festival

Sam’s Club

SL Properties Holding LLC

& Consumer Recovery Associates LLC

Southern Trust Mortgage

TFC Recycling & Recycling Perks

Waller, Todd and Sadler Architects, Inc.

Waypoint Advisors

Wells Fargo Bank

Supporting SponsorsAltmeyer Funeral Home

Atlantic Bay Mortgage

Bank of Hampton Roads

CB Richard Ellis

Goodove Oral Surgery

Hot House Yoga

J.D. Miles & Sons Roofing

Kotarides Builders

Mayo Insurance Agency

McGuire Woods LLP

Palladium Registered Investment Advisors

Q.E.D. Systems, Inc.

Rutter Mills L.L.D.

Summit Group – Ashley Dorroh Galler

In-Kind SponsorsBeach Ford

H.M. Terry Co.

Hoffman Beverage

House of Printing

Lucy Newman

Lynnhaven Oyster Company

Norva Plastics

Todd & Kim Savage

Whitlock – Billy Edwards

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COMMOTION IN THE OCEANCONTINUED

Auction SponsorsAbbey Road Pub & Restaurant

Addison Weeks

Agio USA

Albano Cleaners

Aldo’s Ristorante

Altmeyer Funeral Home

Aqua at Kings Creek Marina & Resort

Atlantic Paddle Source

Baker’s Crust Restaurant

Bay Creek Resort and Club

Beach Bagel

Beach Eye Care

Beach Gallery

Beach Hardware

Bean There

Beecroft & Bull

Blue Crab Bay

Bryce Burton

Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant

Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club

Chesapean Outdoors

Chick’s Oyster Bar

Chops

Dr. & Mrs. Chupka

Lynn B. Clements

Coastal Dermatology

Coastal Edge

Conte’s Bicycle & Fitness

Dan Ryan’s for Men

David Limroth

Doc Taylor’s

East Coast Appliances

Eco Trends

The Egg Bistro

Farm Bureau Live

Fat Frogs

Ferguson Enterprises

Firehouse Subs

Green Mountain Coffee

Hoffman Beverage

Hot House Yoga / Your Personal Trainer

Ideal Fitness

Il Giardino’s

Inlet Fitness

Inman & Strickler, Gregory J. Montero, Esq.

Jarrett Chiropractic

Jules Reid

Kazam Balance Bikes

Courtney Kellam

Larry Ward Basketball Camp

Lemon Cabana

Lionheart Limited – Sal DaBiero

Long Jewelers

Marcus Holman Photography

Matthew Fine Sculptures

McCormick & Schmick’s

Metamorphosis Salon

Sherri Miles

Motley Mutts

Motor World & Shipwreck Golf

Nawab

North End Crossfit

Oceanfront Dentistry

Pampered Chef

Papa John’s Pizza – Outer Banks

PHR / Gold Key

Planet Pizza

Princess Anne Country Club

Rodan & Fields

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Rockafeller’s

Salon 3200

Short & Sweet

The Signature Golf Course

Sonoma Wine Bar & Bistro

Southwest Airlines

Sprout Children’s Boutique

Starr Hill

Stella & Dot

Stoley’s

Tangled Up Salon

Taste Tidewater Tours

Tautog’s

Taylor’s Do It Center

Tempt Restaurant Lounge

Bill & Cindy Terry

Total Wine

Twigglettsmom

VB Homes

Virginia Aquarium

Virginia Beach Restaurant Association

Virginia Mystery Writers Basket

Virginia Spine Care

Waterman’s Surfside Grille

Wave Works

West Marine

WRV

Virginia Wesleyan Marlins Lacrosse Team

Willis Furniture

CLUBBIN’ WITH THE LADIES

Beverage CartsDivaris Real Estate, Inc.

Golf CartsMcLeskey Family Foundation

Goody BagsTami Aloisa, Merrill Lynch

19th HoleHoffman Beverage

LunchQ’doba

DJElizabeth Nash, Ladybug Productions

BeveragesMid Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

Foursome PlusCoastal Dermatology

J.D. Miles & Sons

Julie Rekant

MASA Corporation

Moe’s Southwest Grill

Monarch Bank

Monarch Mortgage

ROWDYDOW bbQ

State Farm Insurance – John White

State Farm Insurance – Brett Pendergast

Tidewater Home Funding

Teeboy SponsorsBeach Ford

Jeffrey Marks, Esquire

Coastal Dermatology

Incredibly Supply & Logistics

Lendy’s New York Style Deli

Monarch Mortgage

Ocean Consulting

Oceanfront Dentistry

Old Virginia Mortgage

Precision Door / Precision Windows

Scotty Quixx

Sun Trust Investments – Don Ebner

Tidewater Chimney Sweep

Tidewater Home Funding

Virginia Beach Lifesaving Service

Waterman’s Restaurant

Wave of Life Chiropractic – Dr. Carly Swift

Prize & Goody Bag SponsorsALSCO

Bank @LANTEC

Bikini Hut

Cavalier Yacht & Golf Club

Dance Sport

Delightful Digs

Dog Stuff

The Full Cup

Giovanni’s

Hoffman Beverage

Inlet Fitness

Kangaroo Jack’s

Laser Quest

Robin Kassir Personal Gym 79PT

The Lemon Cabana

Lululemon

Luna Bars

Meg’s Swimwear

Modern Maternity

Moe’s Southwest Grill

Motley Mutts

Mrs. Bones

Nectar

Oceanfront Dentistry

Ocean Eagle

Pigtails & Crew Cuts

Pilates Fitness Club

Please & Thank You

Pure Barre

Ragged Robin

Ruth’s Chris

Simply Selma’s

Skin Ranch

Sprout Children’s Boutique

Stellar One Bank

Walmart

Wareings Gym

Wheeler REIT

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ANNUAL FUND DONORSGIFTS OF $1,000,000Jane Batten

GIFTS OF $20,000+Hansen Family FoundationPortfolio Recovery AssociatesThe Vakos Family and The Oceanfront Inn

GIFTS OF $10,000 - $19,999GEICO DirectRoy Hendrix*Floyd E. Kellam, Jr. Family FundTFC

GIFTS OF $5,000 - $9,999Beach Municipal Federal Credit UnionCanon ITSCapital Group - Home of American FundsR. & C. Dickerson Family Fund of the Hampton Roads

Community FoundationA Dolphin’s PromiseDominion FoundationLee EntsmingerFain Family Fund of the Hampton

Roads Community Foundation*Mr. & Mrs. Robert C. Fort*Mr. & Mrs. Craig Grube*High Liner FoodsJoyce E. MooreNorfolk Southern FoundationMr. & Mrs. D. Henry WattsYouth Foundation Service Club of Virginia Beach

GIFTS OF $2,500 - $4,999Anonymous DonationsB.M. Stanton FoundationBetty BarcoThe Capital Group Companies

Charitable FoundationCheckered Flag Motor Co.MASA CorporationCheryl McLeskey*Walmart Corporate GivingWhole Foods Market

GIFTS OF $1,000 - $2,499Tami AloisaAveda Experience CenterTom BartonBruce BradleyCharles BradyMacon BrockThomas C. BroylesCarrie S. Camp Foundation, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Alexander J. Campbell, IIJames H. CappsMr. & Mrs. Norman ChalmersLynn B. ClementsMichelle CollinsKenneth E. CummingsSal DaBieroRobert H. DeFordDixon Hughes Goodman

Foundation Inc.Exxon Mobil FoundationChristian C. GoochH.M. Terry Co., Inc.Dorcas Helfant-BrowningKatherine HinesClarence A. HollandRobert Hynick

Mary C. JanisBenjamin KlemanowiczPeter LeddyMarina LiacourasGene LovingJohn P. MatsonJoanne and Jim McClellan Fund of the Hampton Roads

Community FoundationWiley F. MitchellElly MladickShewling MoyNapolitano Family FoundationRichard PuckettPungo Strawberry FestivalJane M. PurringtonKathleen & T.R. ReedMartha K. RolandRotary Club of Cape HenryDan RyanSam’s Club #3345Dr. & Mrs. John SettleE. Marcie Shields ScholarshipJean SiebertUnited Way South Hampton Roads, at the direction of Beth Patterson Bertrand 7 Tom BertrandThe Virginia Beach Garden ClubFrank W. WagnerMelvin J. WallersteinSamantha B. Wetzler

GIFTS OF $500 - $999Linda Y. BrownCherrystone Aqua-FarmsChincoteague Shellfish FarmsDouglas Dickerson

Franklin P. EarleyBrian GallatinGamma PiPaul HirschbielJ.C. Walker Brothers, Inc.Gerald JaffeJohn Jay and Ola H. Krueger

Fund of the Hampton Roads Community Foundation

Mayo Insurance AgencyAlbert E. McCantsTom McNicholasNew Castle Elementary School

Ecology ClubMildred S. NiciThe Noblemen of Virginia BeachMalcolm L. NunnDr. & Mrs. Thomas O’HaraJordan SarrettSusan SarrettVerizon FoundationVirginia Master Naturalist,

Tidewater ChapterNikki WilliamsW. K. Wilson

GIFTS OF $250 - $499Katie ChamberlainSusanna AdamsJames AltmeyerBCFDouglas M. BeckmannJoshua CanadaRachelle CappsTony CortinasThe Estate of Courtney DickersonMarguerite DickersonHunter Dorroh

Carl A. EasonMichael FurchtenichtMarcus HolmanJune J. HoyeAlice ImburWarren G. KareshGFWC Kempsville Woman’s ClubCarol KramerRon KramerG. W. LambertCecile LethemMichael McCabePeter MoyerSis Nash Memorial Fund of the Hampton Roads

Community FoundationAaron NelsonNorva PlasticsPNC Financial Services GroupRichard PetersonAllison RachelsSchwab Charitable Fund, as directed by Lois TurnbullKathy A. ShieldDavid SimsSTIHL Inc.William B. WardenJohn WhiteKim WilliamsDr. & Mrs. Dixon WolcottCorina YehNestle Nesquick

* Thank you to the Order of the Turtle donors, who contributed an unrestricted $2,500 or more during the fiscal year.

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VOLUNTEERS 12,000 - 14,999 HOURSMarian Childress

10,000 - 11,999 HOURSBruce JonesShirley JonesJoan RedfearnSandy Wood

7,000 - 9,999 HOURSRichard BlessingtonWhit ChristmanWilliam DieffenbachShirley JonesMike NickelsburgKathryn O’HaraJohn ShepherdShirley ShepherdPeter Weed

5,000 - 6,999 HOURSDustie BourgeoisGina BrooksRoseann FitzpatrickJim GivenEnnis JohnsonMelissa HixsonRandy KeiserDonald KoonceKaren MoyerMichael PeeleBuddy Redfearn Sr.Janet SchroederMidge TinneyPaul WinfieldSandra Yon

3,000 - 4,999 HOURSDouglas BeckmanJohn CorleyClaire FloegeYolanda GerardMary HayworthSusan HighDave HinkleRoberta LemburgGeorge MattLinda O’ConnorKathleen ReedTerry RitterFrederick SimonJohn SpillaneJosephine SpragueCheri SwoffordJames ThompsonBarbara Van HeestSheryl WhitneyRon WoodNorma Zinn

1,334TOTAL NUMBER OFVOLUNTEERS

TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS

93,850:51

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1,000 - 2,999 HOURS*Jeffrey AchesinskiMelanie AllenGary AmbroseBill AndersonNorma BaumstimlerDawn BechtelWilliam BernsteinBetty BinfordGerald BloomSean BourgeoisPolly BrasherLinda BrownPhyllis ButlerCelia CalderonLaurie CampHarold CampbellBecky CatlinRachel ChadilShirley CroftJoyce DeGuzmanPaula DemosthenesJoy DortchTravis DriscollNoel DudleyTerrence DuffeyElaine FoleyMaricela FundalewiczAshley GarnettPeg GoodmanCraig GrubeJoanna HerlanCatherine HillegassJean HoeckerCharles HortonRobert HosickEdie HouckDavid HuntEric JabsJessica JohnsonLena Karn

Herb KresselJane KresselMonroe LentzAlan LittleJohn MartinMaggie MathwigMac McCantsMaggie McGeorgeTroy McQueenKearney MedleyJoseph MichaelsJanice MounieMike MuiFred NeelyHelen NovelliConstance OwenJoan PalomboGary ParsonsGeorge PilgrimNancy PopeWalter PopeRichard PoundRobert PullingerJohn RedmonThomas ReedJuanita ReinCathy RobertsLeon RyderJean SchroyLori SherwoodDaryl SimpsonHolly SmithWinnie SouzaRon SpitalneyNeil StammBreeze StewartJeff StewartDavid VineJames WeatherallJohn Young

* Volunteers under 1,000 hours of services are not listed.

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