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DESERT CHRISTIAN ARCHERS
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 465051533 · Form 990EZ · FY2019 · NTEE X20 · Religion-Related · Micro (<$100K) · christianhuntersofamerica.org
revenue
$94K
expenses
$93K
net assets
$23K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

OUR PRIMARY MISSION IS TO SERVE CHRISTIANS AND CHRISTIANITY BASED ON MINISTRY, SEMINARS, AND HUNTS AND TO PROVIDE COMMUNITY SERVICE WORK.

profile · synthesized from sources

Christian Hunters of America is a Bible-centered nonprofit organization that ministers to hunters through outdoor activities, seminars, and fellowship. Originally founded as Desert Christian Archers in 2001, it rebranded in 2017 to expand its outreach beyond archery to include all forms of hunting. The organization hosts hunting and shooting events, youth programs, and community service initiatives, integrating Christian faith with outdoor conservation and education.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Archery and Firearm Clinics
Hands-on training events in archery and firearm use offered throughout the year for various skill levels
CHA Podcast
Podcast series fostering fellowship and education by featuring guests from outdoor businesses and organizations discussing their work and faith
Elk Hunting Seminar
Annual seminar with over 1,500 attendees featuring world-renowned hunters and guest speakers teaching tactics, tips, and techniques
Youth and New Hunter Programs
Programs focused on youth development and mentoring new hunters through clinics, hunts, and educational events
activities · 7 groups

what they do

  • Firearms Training & Safety Instruction 4 activities
    • Archery Equipment Provision
      Provides archery equipment for group events annually.
    • Archery and Firearm Clinics
      Hosts clinics focused on archery and firearm skills, often providing equipment for group events.
    • Archery and Firearm Clinics
      Hosts archery and firearm clinics to teach skills and techniques to participants.
    • Provides archery equipment for group events
      Supplies archery equipment for use in group events and activities as part of its annual programming.
  • Structured Bible Study & Spiritual Growth Programs 3 activities
    • Bible Studies and Ministry
      Provides ministry and hosts Bible studies to foster fellowship and spiritual growth among its community.
    • Facilitates faith-based fellowship and ministry for hunters
      Provides Bible studies, ministry activities, and faith-focused community events for hunters, including distribution of faith-related materials like the CHA Camo Bible.
    • Facilitates faith-based fellowship and ministry for hunters
      Provides Bible studies, ministry activities, and faith-focused community events for hunters, including distribution of faith-related materials like the CHA Camo Bible.
  • Charity Galas and Auctions 3 activities
    • Conducts fundraising raffles with outdoor and firearm-related prizes
      Hosts raffles at events such as the AZGFD EXPO, awarding prizes including firearms, outdoor gear, and fishing trips to support organizational activities.
    • Conducts fundraising raffles with outdoor and firearm-related prizes
      Hosts raffles at events such as the AZGFD EXPO, awarding prizes including firearms, outdoor gear, and fishing trips with notable outfitters.
    • Conducts raffles at public events
      Awards hunting- and fishing-related prizes such as firearms, gear, and guided trips through raffles held at events like the AZGFD EXPO.
  • Environmental & Nature-Focused Member Publications 2 activities
    • Facilitates fellowship and hunter community building
      Operates a podcast and hosts group hunts, Bible studies, and community service events to foster fellowship among hunters and support spiritual engagement.
    • Podcast Operation
      Operates a podcast to teach hunters and foster fellowship.
  • Community Engagement & Volunteer Mobilization 1 activity
    • Community Service
      Engages in community service activities.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 1 activity
    • Group Hunts
      Organizes group hunts for its members and community.
  • Uncategorized 9 activities
    • Bible Studies
      Facilitates Bible studies as part of its ministry.
    • Community Service
      Engages in community service activities as part of its mission.
    • Group Hunts
      Organizes group hunts for participants.
    • Hosts hunting and archery education programs
      Provides annual seminars, clinics, and training events in archery, firearms, and hunting tactics, including the Elk Hunting Seminar with over 1,500 attendees, as part of its ministry and community outreach.
    • Hosts hunting and archery education programs
      Organizes annual hunting seminars, archery and firearm clinics, and group hunts to teach hunting tactics, tips, and techniques; includes events such as the Elk Hunting Seminar with over 1,500 attendees.
    • Hosts hunting and archery education programs
      Organizes annual hunting seminars, archery and firearm clinics, and group hunts to teach hunting tactics, tips, and techniques; includes events like the Elk Hunting Seminar with over 1,500 attendees.
    • Hunting Seminars
      Conducts hunting seminars, including an annual Elk Hunting Seminar that attracts over 1,500 attendees to learn tactics, tips, and techniques.
    • Hunting Seminars
      Conducts hunting seminars, including an annual Elk Hunting Seminar with over 1,500 attendees, to educate participants on hunting tactics, tips, and techniques.
    • Podcast Production
      Operates a podcast to educate hunters and promote fellowship within the community.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2019
revenue
Total revenue$94K
Contributions & grants$94K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$10%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$93K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$23K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$23K
1 years on record · 2019–2019
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2019

who runs it

board members · 3
  • CYNTHIA RICHARDSON — DIRECTOR
  • DUANE RICHARDSON — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL A NICKELE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 26

who they work with

  • Arizona Bowhunters Association Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Arizona Custom Hunts Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Arizona Elk Society Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Arizona Game & Fish Department Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Arizona Hunting & Angling Heritage Work Groups Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Arizona Mule Deer Organization Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Arizona Sportsmen for Wildlife Conservation Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Broadhead Brotherhood Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Christian Bowhunters of America Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Fathead’s Smokewagon BBQ Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Gold Fever of the West Valley Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Heroes Rising Outdoors Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Into the Wild Outdoors Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • National Wild Turkey Federation Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • No Excuse Hunting & Outdoors Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Outdoors Experience for All Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Phoenix HEAT Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Phoenix Varmint Callers Inc Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Pope & Young Club Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Quail Forever Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Safari Club International Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Southeast Arizona Outfitters Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Sportsman’s Devotional Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Sun Country Outdoor Adventures Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Trailhead Outdoors Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events
  • Ward’s Outfitters Partner — Partner in providing hunting seminars, mentor camps, and community events