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ARIZONA GOLF COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 471080784 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE N6A · Recreation & Sports · Large ($10M-$50M) · azgolf.org
revenue
$10.8M
expenses
$7.4M
net assets
$12.2M
employees
0
volunteers
3
program ratio
92%
mission · from form 990

PROVIDING ACCESS AND EXPOSURE TO THE SPORT OF GOLF, INCLUDING THROUGH COACHING AND TRAINING ABOUT THE RULES OF THE GAME, ETIQUETTE, SAFETY AND FUNDAMENTALS; OFFERING GOLF-RELATED YOUTH AND ADULT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING; AND FACILITATING RESEARCH REGARDING CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES OR OTHER ISSUES PERTAINING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Golf Association (AZ GOLF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(4) organization founded in 1923, serving as the official governing body of amateur golf in Arizona. It aims to expand golf's reach, make the sport more welcoming, and connect golfers with the game. AZ GOLF provides handicapping services, educational programs, and organizes tournaments and events for golfers of all skill levels.

named programs · 20 · from sources

what they call their work

AZ Under30 Club
A discounted membership option for individuals between the ages of 19 and 29 to obtain an official handicap.
Cloud Series
A fun and social competitive golf series for two-person teams.
Club Billing Services
Automated portal for clubs to manage rosters, add/remove golfers, make online payments, and review transactions.
Club Delegate & Representative Program
Program for club delegates to communicate and support AZ GOLF, promoting golf to their club members.
Club Education Seminars
Seminars for clubs on topics like the World Handicap System, Rules of Golf, and club operations.
Club Visit Program
Provides opportunities for club officials to meet with AZ GOLF staff to discuss programs and provide feedback.
Golf Genius TM Club
Subsidizes the full cost of Golf Genius TM Club software for member clubs to assist with tournament management.
Member Travel
Organizes domestic and international golf travel experiences for members.
Men's Championships
State-level amateur golf competitions for men in Arizona across various divisions and ages.
One-Day Series
Competitive opportunities for players of all skill levels with a handicap index to participate in tournament golf.
Online Join & Renew
Allows members to join or renew their membership online, with AZ GOLF handling dues collection and credit card charges for clubs.
Other Championships
Various championships including the Arizona Adaptive Open and Father & Son Championship.
Range Meetups
Events for golfers of all ages and skill levels to practice, network, and have fun at driving ranges.
Rules of Golf Support
Provides staff and expert volunteers to answer Rules of Golf questions and conduct workshops for members.
Scramble Days
Casual and fun playing experiences for golfers, often in a team scramble format.
Senior Cup Series
A series of one-day partner events for AZ GOLF members aged 50 and older with a handicap index.
Team Arizona
A junior golf team designed to expand the pipeline for elite golfers in Arizona into the U.S. National Development Program.
USGA Qualifiers
Organizes qualifying events for USGA Championships.
Women's Championships
State-level amateur golf competitions for women in Arizona, including divisional formats and partner events.
World Handicap System (WHS)
Provides access to the USGA-authorized World Handicap System for clubs and individual golfers, including handicap software and an admin portal for club management.
activities · 8 clusters

what they do

  • Amateur Golf Tournament Organization 13 activities
    • Facilitate Social and Networking Golf Events
      Hosts Range Meetups for golfers of all ages and skill levels to practice, network, and socialize, and organizes events for the AZ Under30 Club to encourage participation and build camaraderie.
    • Operate Recreational and Skill-Based Golf Series
      Runs multiple competitive and recreational golf series including the One-Day Series (10–12 events/year with net payouts), Senior Cup Series (Four-Ball stroke play for ages 50+), Cloud Series (monthly two-person team challenge), and Scramble Days for casual play with prizes.
    • Organize Amateur Golf Competitions and Championships
      Offers and organizes a variety of state-level amateur golf competitions and championships for men and women in Arizona, including divisional formats, partner events, the Arizona Adaptive Open, the Father & Son Championship, the One-Day Series, the Senior Cup Series, and the Cloud Series.
    • Organize Amateur Golf Competitions and Championships
      Offers a variety of state-level amateur golf competitions and championships for men and women in Arizona, including divisional formats, partner events, the Arizona Adaptive Open, the Father & Son Championship, the One-Day Series, the Senior Cup Series, Scramble Days, and the Cloud Series. These events provide competitive opportunities for golfers of all skill levels and ages, with some offering spots on invitational teams.
    • Organize Amateur Golf Competitions and Championships
      Offers a variety of state-level amateur golf competitions and championships for men and women in Arizona, including divisional formats, partner events, the Arizona Adaptive Open, the Father & Son Championship, the One-Day Series, the Senior Cup Series, Scramble Days, and the Cloud Series. These events provide competitive opportunities for golfers of all skill levels and ages.
    • Organize Casual Golf Events and Social Gatherings
      Organizes "Scramble Days" for casual golf experiences, hosts "Range Meetups" for practice and networking, and arranges events for members of the AZ Under30 Club to encourage participation and camaraderie.
    • Organize Social and Networking Golf Events
      Hosts "Range Meetups" for golfers of all ages and skill levels to practice, network, and socialize, and organizes events for members of the AZ Under30 Club to encourage participation and build camaraderie.
    • Organize Social and Networking Golf Events
      Hosts "Range Meetups" for golfers of all ages and skill levels to practice, network, and socialize, and organizes events for members of the AZ Under30 Club to encourage participation and build camaraderie. The organization also organizes domestic and international golf travel events.
    • Organize State-Level Amateur Golf Championships
      Hosts state-level amateur golf competitions and championships for men and women in Arizona, including divisional formats, partner events, and opportunities to earn spots on invitational teams.
    • Support Junior Golf Development
      Launched Team Arizona, the state’s first junior golf team, to expand the pipeline of elite junior golfers into the U.S. National Development Program; selects and names 24 junior golfers (12 boys, 12 girls) to the biennial Team Arizona roster.
    • Support Junior Golf Development
      Launched and manages Team Arizona, the state's first junior golf team, to expand the pipeline for elite golfers into the U.S. National Development Program, selecting 24 junior golfers (12 boys and 12 girls) for the 2027 roster.
    • Support Junior Golf Development
      Launched and manages Team Arizona, the state's first junior golf team, to develop elite golfers for the U.S. National Development Program, selecting 24 junior golfers (12 boys and 12 girls) for the 2027 roster.
    • Support and Develop Junior Golfers
      Launched and operates Team Arizona, the state's first junior golf team, to develop elite golfers for the U.S. National Development Program, selecting 24 junior golfers (12 boys and 12 girls) for the 2027 roster.
  • Golf Course Stewardship & Education 5 activities
    • Administer USGA Golf Programs and Standards
      Issues USGA Handicaps and Course and Slope Ratings within Arizona, oversees the club licensing program, and administers Amateur Status on behalf of the USGA. This includes providing education on USGA Rules of Golf, the USGA Handicap System, conducting competitions, and proper golf course marking.
    • Administer USGA Golf Programs and Standards in Arizona
      Issues USGA Handicaps and Course and Slope Ratings, oversees club licensing, and administers Amateur Status on behalf of the USGA within Arizona. This includes providing education on USGA Rules of Golf, the USGA Handicap System, competition conduct, and proper golf course marking.
    • Administer USGA Golf Programs and Standards in Arizona
      Issues USGA Handicaps and Course and Slope Ratings, oversees club licensing, and administers Amateur Status on behalf of the USGA within Arizona. This includes providing education on USGA Rules of Golf, the USGA Handicap System, competition conduct, and proper golf course marking.
    • Administer USGA Handicap and Course Rating Systems in Arizona
      Issues USGA Handicaps and Course and Slope Ratings within Arizona, oversees the club licensing program, and administers Amateur Status on behalf of the USGA.
    • Provide Golf Education and Rules Training
      Offers education on the USGA Rules of Golf, USGA Handicap System, conducting competitions, and proper golf course marking for clubs and golfers across Arizona.
  • Financial Accessibility Support for Golf 5 activities
    • Operate Membership and Club Support Programs
      Supports a network of 579 clubs and 98,000 golfers; offers a Multi-Member Rebate Program that reduces dues by $15 for each additional Arizona golf club joined; provides online registration for tournaments and member events.
    • Provide Member Club Support and Capacity Building
      Supports a network of 579 clubs and 98,000 golfers by offering a Multi-Member Rebate Program, subsidizing Golf Genius TM Club software, operating a Club Visit Program, and conducting education seminars to improve operational efficiency and share ideas among clubs.
    • Provide Member Club Support and Capacity Building
      Offers a Multi-Member Rebate Program to reduce membership dues, subsidizes Golf Genius TM Club software for member clubs, operates a Club Visit Program for officials to meet with staff, and conducts education seminars to improve operational efficiency and share ideas among clubs.
    • Provide Member Club Support and Resources
      Offers a Multi-Member Rebate Program to reduce membership dues, subsidizes the full cost of Golf Genius TM Club software for member clubs, and operates a Club Visit Program for officials to meet with staff and discuss programs. The organization supports a network of 579 clubs and 98,000 golfers.
    • Provide Technology and Operational Support to Member Clubs
      Subsidizes the full cost of Golf Genius TM Club software for member clubs starting in 2025 and operates a Club Visit Program for club officials to meet with AZ GOLF staff; conducts education seminars to help clubs improve operational efficiency and share best practices.
  • Golf Industry Advocacy & Representation 4 activities
    • Advocate for Arizona Golf Courses and Clubs
      Represents Arizona golf clubs on local and national committees including USGA Handicap Procedures, Course Rating, Rules of Golf, and Member Development; advocates on issues such as environmental regulations, water rights, taxation, and municipal golf course pricing.
    • Advocate for Golf Course Interests
      Represents golf clubs on local and national committees, including USGA Committees, and advocates for the rights of golf courses in Arizona on issues such as environmental concerns, water rights, taxation, and municipal golf course pricing.
    • Advocate for Golf Course Rights and Interests
      Advocates for the rights of golf courses in Arizona on issues such as environmental concerns, water rights, taxation, and municipal golf course pricing, and maintains representation on local and national committees, including various USGA Committees.
    • Advocate for Golf Course Rights and Interests
      Represents golf clubs on local and national committees, including USGA Committees, and advocates for the rights of golf courses in Arizona on issues such as environmental concerns, water rights, taxation, and municipal golf course pricing.
  • Memorial and Honorific Community Projects 4 activities
    • Maintain Arizona Golf Hall of Fame
      Funds and manages the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame to honor and preserve the state’s golf legacy.
    • Manage the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame
      Funds and manages the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame.
    • Manage the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame
      Funds and manages the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame.
    • Manage the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame
      Funds and manages the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 3 activities
    • Organize Golf Travel Events
      Organizes domestic and international golf travel events for members.
    • Organize Golf Travel Events
      Organizes domestic and international golf travel events for members.
    • Organize Golf Travel Experiences
      Organizes domestic and international golf travel events for members.
  • Golf Talent & Career Development 1 activity
    • Manage Inclusive and Adaptive Golf Programs
      Funds and manages the Arizona Adaptive Open Championship and offers championships such as the Father & Son Championship to promote inclusive participation across demographics and abilities.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Conduct Education Seminars for Clubs
      Conducts education seminars to help member clubs improve operational efficiency and share ideas.
    • Provide Online Event Registration
      Provides online registration for tournaments and member events.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$10.75M
Contributions & grants$2.00M19%
Program service revenue$8.50M79%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$246K
expenses
Total expenses$7.37M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$13.37M
Cash$4.98M
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.20M
Net assets$12.18M
Liquid reserves8.1 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +54.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 4
  • CYNTHIA AGUILAR AS OF MAY 2022 — VICE PRESIDENT
  • GREGG TRYHUS — PRESIDENT
  • INGER ERICKSON THRU MAY 2022 — VICE PRESIDENT
  • MORGAN OLSEN — SECRETARY & TREASURER
relationships · 18

who they work with

  • Arizona Alliance for Golf Coalition — Is a part of the Arizona Alliance for Golf.
  • Arizona Golf Association Partner — Administers the Multi-Member Rebate Program on behalf of the Arizona Golf Community Foundation.
  • Arizona Golf Association Partner — Serves as the 501(c)3 charitable arm of the Arizona Golf Association.
  • Golf Course Superintendents Association Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.
  • Golf Genius Partner — Partners with Golf Genius to provide software solutions for member clubs.
  • Golf Writers Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.
  • International Association of Golf Administrators Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.
  • International Golf Network Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.
  • International Network of Golf Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.
  • Junior Golf Association of Arizona Partner — Represented on the Team Arizona Selection Committee to help select athletes.
  • National Golf Foundation Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.
  • Southwest PGA Partner — Represented on the Team Arizona Selection Committee to help select athletes.
  • Tucson Junior Golf Partner — Represented on the Team Arizona Selection Committee to help select athletes.
  • USGA Partner — Organizes USGA Qualifiers.
  • USGA Partner — Partners with USGA for a summer intern program in golf administration and sports media.
  • United States Golf Association Partner — Affiliated through a contract to issue USGA Handicaps and Course and Slope Ratings, oversee club licensing, and administer Amateur Status within Arizona.
  • United States Golf Association Partner — Collaborates with the USGA to align Team Arizona with the U.S. National Development Program.
  • WE ARE GOLF Partner — Affiliated organization focused on improving the game of golf.