named programs · 5 · from sources
what they call their work
Arizona State Skeet Championships
Open competition at Tucson Trap & Skeet Club offering cash awards and state titles for Arizona residents
Copper State Open
Annual skeet shooting competition held at Ben Avery Clay Target Center, serving as the organization's primary fundraising event and season opener
Instructor Certification Program
Supports training and certification of NSSA instructors to improve instruction quality and grow the base of qualified skeet shooting coaches
NSSA Youth Skeet Camps
Two-day instructional camps for youth shooters held at least twice a year with a 3:1 instructor-to-student ratio and volunteer staff
Youth Sponsorship Program
Provides entry fee assistance and sponsorship for Arizona youth attending SCTP Nationals and Junior World Skeet Championships
activities · 3 groups
what they do
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Organized Shooting Matches and Competitions 2 activities
- Operate at Multiple Clay Target CentersOperates and hosts events at various clay target centers, including the Ben Avery Clay Target Center (15 fields), Phantom Skeet Club (2 fields), White Mountain Trap and Skeet, Tucson Trap and Skeet (15 fields), Fort Huachuca Sportsman's Center (4 fields), and Sierra Vista Shooting Range (9 fields).
- Operate at Multiple Shooting RangesCLAY BUSTERS OF ARIZONA INC operates its activities at various shooting ranges, including the Ben Avery Clay Target Center (15 fields), Phantom Skeet Club (2 fields), White Mountain Trap and Skeet, Tucson Trap and Skeet (15 fields), Fort Huachuca Sportsman's Center (4 fields), and Sierra Vista Shooting Range (9 fields).
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Firearms Training & Safety Instruction 2 activities
- Sponsor Youth Skeet Shooting ProgramsThe organization sponsors Arizona Youth Skeet Shooters to attend national and junior world championships, and provides free entries and entry fee assistance to youth participants in skeet shooting events. They also sponsor two-day NSSA Youth Skeet camps at least twice a year, typically enrolling 15-20 students with a 3:1 instructor to student ratio.
- Sponsor Youth Skeet Shooting Programs and ParticipationSponsors NSSA Youth Skeet camps at least twice a year, enrolling 15-20 students with a 3:1 instructor to student ratio. The organization also provides entry fee assistance to youth participants at State Championships and sponsors Arizona Youth Skeet Shooters to attend national and junior world championships.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Organize and Host Skeet Shooting CompetitionsOrganizes and hosts numerous skeet shooting competitions, including the annual Copper State Open (recognized as a top event by the NSSA), the Arizona State Skeet Championships, and club championships. These events attract participants nationally and internationally, with some events featuring up to 400 targets.
- Organize and Host Skeet Shooting CompetitionsCLAY BUSTERS OF ARIZONA INC organizes and hosts numerous skeet shooting competitions, including the annual Copper State Open, which is recognized as a top event by the NSSA and attracts participants internationally. They also host the Arizona State Skeet Championships and club championships, and participate in other regional events.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$63K
Contributions & grants$2500%
Program service revenue$58K93%
Investment income$120%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$61K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$362
Grants paid out$5K
balance sheet
Total assets$39K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$39K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -7.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRIAN TRAPP | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | $162 |
| STEPHAN WALTZ | DIRECTOR | 0 | $120 |
| TANNER BISSELL | DIRECTOR | 0 | $80 |
board members · 4
- CHRISTOPHER WELSH — DIRECTOR
- KENNY BARTEE — DIRECTOR
- MARK KINDER — DIRECTOR
- TRACEY WELSH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14
who they work with
- Ben Avery Clay Target Center Partner — Host venue for Clay Busters of Arizona's shooting events.
- Ben Avery Clay Target Center Partner — Will host the 2026 Clay Busters of Arizona Club Championships at their facility.
- Ben Avery Clay Target Center (AZGFD) Partner — Operates at this location.
- Ben Avery Clay Target Facility Partner — Hosts the Copper State Open annually at their facility in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Clark County Nevada Shooting Complex Partner — Will host the 2026 Comstock Open at their facility.
- Clark County Rifle-Pistol Center & RV Pa Partner — Hosts the Comstock Open event in which Clay Busters of AZ participates.
- Fort Huachuca Sportsman's Center Partner — Operates at this location.
- NSSA Partner — Works with NSSA Certified Instructors and guides participants to NSSA Youth Camps.
- Phantom Skeet Club Partner — Operates at this location.
- Sierra Vista Shooting Range Partner — Operates at this location.
- Tucson Trap & Skeet Club Partner — Will host the 2026 Arizona State Skeet Championships at their facility.
- Tucson Trap and Skeet Partner — Operates at this location.
- Vegas Skeet Association Partner — The 2026 Comstock Open, hosted by Clay Busters of Arizona, is described as the signature event for the Vegas Skeet Association.
- White Mountain Trap and Skeet Partner — Operates at this location.