↑ parent cluster · ·
research dossier →

GIRL SCOUTS - ARIZONA CACTUS-PINE

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860133397 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE O42Z · Youth Development · Large ($10M-$50M) · www.girlscoutsaz.org
revenue
$19.1M
expenses
$12.5M
net assets
$45.0M
employees
196
volunteers
6,943
program ratio
81%
mission · from form 990

AS THE PREEMINENT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION FOR GIRLS, THE GIRL SCOUT (CONT'D ON SCH O) MISSION IS TO BUILD GIRLS OF COURAGE, CONFIDENCE AND CHARACTER WHO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. GIRL SCOUTS-ARIZONA CACTUS-PINE COUNCIL PROVIDES LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FOR K-12 GIRLS ACROSS CENTRAL AND NORTHERN ARIZONA.

profile · synthesized from sources

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council is a youth development organization that provides leadership development programs for girls in central and northern Arizona. They offer various activities including summer camps, badge programs, and community events, focusing on building skills, confidence, and character in girls from kindergarten through 12th grade.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $2.31M
    MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT PROVIDES RESOURCES AND SERVICES TO RECRUIT AND RETAIN GIRL MEMBERS AND SUPPORT TROOP AND SERVICE UNIT VOLUNTEERS THROUGHOUT THE COUNCIL'S JURISDICTION. FOR THE 2021/2022 MEMBERSHIP YEAR, THE COUNCIL HAD 11,550 GIRL MEMBERS ACTIVE IN 977 TROOPS AND PROGRAM CENTERS.
  2. #2 $1.39M
    VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDES SERVICES AND RESOURCES TO RECRUIT, MANAGE, AND RETAIN A STRONG CORPS OF VOLUNTEERS WHO PROVIDE DIRECT PROGRAM DELIVERY TO GIRLS. VOLUNTEER SUPPORT ALSO INCLUDES VITAL PROGRAM AND SAFETY TRAINING TO ENSURE A WELL-EQUIPPED CADRE OF DIVERSE VOLUNTEERS WHO ARE ESSENTIAL TO OUR SUCCESS. THE COUNCIL HAD 6,943 ADULT MEMBERS DURING THE 2021/2022 MEMBERSHIP YEAR. GRANTS INCLUDED $33,440 FOR DUES ASSISTANCE TO TROOP CO-LEADERS TO ENCOURAGE ADULT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT.
named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Badge Programs
Programs focused on earning badges, such as "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Patch" and "Coding Basics Badge," designed to build skills and confidence.
Camp Maripai
Summer camp offering various themed sessions like "Flashlights and Fairy Tales," "Golden Girls," "Horsin' Around," and "Major Messiness" for girls in grades 2-12.
Council Shop
Retail store and online shop providing uniforms, insignia, badges, and council-specific merchandise to support girls' participation in Girl Scouts.
Shadow Rim Ranch
Summer camp with activities such as "Climb On!," "Extreme Challenge," "Mermaid Magic," and "That's In'tents'" for girls in grades 2-12.
Willow Springs Program Center
Summer camp featuring programs like "Archer and Her Arrow," "Forrest Fairies," "Pottery Pixies," and "Sugar & Spellbooks" for girls in grades 2-12, including family camps.
activities · 7 clusters

what they do

  • Youth Leadership & Counselor Training Camps 2 activities
    • Counselor-in-Training program
      Operates a two-week Counselor-in-Training program for girls in grades 10th to 12th at Shadow Rim Ranch, preparing them for leadership roles within the organization.
    • Girl Scout Camp Programs
      Operates various camp programs for girls, including a week-long overnight camp for grades 2-3 at Camp Maripai, a two-week Counselor-in-Training program for grades 10-12 at Shadow Rim Ranch, and a four-week apprentice program for grades 11-12 at Willow Springs Program Center. They also host weekend family camps at Willow Springs Program Center.
  • Girl Scouts Partnership Programs 2 activities
    • Girl Scout Program Delivery and Support
      Serves 12,000 girls and 7,000 adult volunteers in central and northern Arizona by providing uniforms, insignia, and merchandise through an online store and a retail store in downtown Phoenix. They also offer virtual programs for earning AI and Coding Basics badges, and host in-person events like Kids' Day and "Girls' POV" film screenings at the Phoenix Film Festival.
    • Service delivery in central and northern Arizona
      Serves 12,000 girls and 7,000 adult volunteers across central and northern Arizona through Girl Scout programs and activities.
  • Summer and School Break Camps 1 activity
    • Overnight camp programs for girls
      Offers week-long overnight camp programs for girls in grades 2nd to 3rd at Camp Maripai, providing outdoor and leadership development experiences.
  • Film Screenings & Cinematic Events 1 activity
    • Phoenix Film Festival youth events
      Hosts in-person events at the Phoenix Film Festival on April 11, 2026, including a Kids' Day and a "Girls' POV" film screening to engage girls in media and storytelling.
  • STEM Mentorship for Girls 1 activity
    • Virtual STEM programs for young girls
      Offers virtual programs for Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies to earn an Artificial Intelligence (AI) patch and complete the Coding Basics Badge 1, promoting early engagement in STEM.
  • Girls' Leadership & Mentorship Clubs 1 activity
    • Youth apprenticeship program
      Provides a four-week, no-cost apprentice program for girls in grades 11th to 12th at Willow Springs Program Center, offering hands-on leadership and skill development opportunities.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Family camp program
      Hosts a weekend family camp program at Willow Springs Program Center, engaging girls and their families in shared outdoor and educational experiences.
    • Retail operations for uniforms and merchandise
      Operates an online store and a physical retail store in downtown Phoenix to sell Girl Scout uniforms, insignia, and council-specific merchandise.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$19.13M
Contributions & grants$8.13M42%
Program service revenue$579K3%
Investment income$300K2%
Other revenue$10.12M
expenses
Total expenses$12.49M
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$6.20M
Grants paid out$153K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$47.49M
Cash$12.50M
Investments$13.30M
Liabilities$2.50M
Net assets$44.99M
Liquid reserves24.8 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +45.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 6
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
TAMARA WOODBURY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER EMERITUS 40 $210K
CAROL ACKERSON SR ASSOCIATE, TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT 40 $153K
CHRISTINA SPICER INTERIM CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 40 $145K
MARY MITCHELL INTERIM CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 40 $145K
DENA CUNNINGHAM CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 40 $127K
MATTHEW THESING SENIOR DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS 40 $124K
board members · 19
  • ALICE PIKE — MEMBER-AT-LARGE (FROM MAY)
  • AMBER KANAZBAH CROTTY — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • ANA COLOMBO — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • BRIAN HEMMERLE — TREASURER
  • DEB GULLETT — MEMBER-AT-LARGE (THRU APRIL)
  • EMMI KELLOGG — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • GEMA DUARTE LUNA — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • GORDON LEWIS — SECRETARY
  • JAVIER TORRES — 2ND VICE CHAIRPERSON,MEMBER AT LARGE
  • JENNIFER FARNER — MEMBER-AT-LARGE (THRU APRIL)
  • JENNIFER HO — MEMBER-AT-LARGE (FROM MAY)
  • JENNY HOLSMAN TETREAULT — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • JERYSE KELLY — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • KAREN STEVENSON — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • KATHLEEN SCHNIER — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • LUPE CAMARGO — BOARD CHAIR
  • MEGAN PITAS — MEMBER-AT-LARGE (FROM MAY)
  • MIGUEL ACERO — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
  • NICOLE LOMIBAO — MEMBER-AT-LARGE (FROM MAY)
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • Camp Maripai Partner — Camp location used for delivering Girl Scout programs in Arizona
  • Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Network — Official local council of the national Girl Scouts organization serving Arizona.
  • Phoenix Film Festival Partner — Collaborates on in-person events including Kids' Day and a "Girls' POV" film screening.
  • Shadow Rim Ranch Partner — Camp location used for delivering Girl Scout programs in Arizona
  • Willow Springs Program Center Partner — Program center used for delivering Girl Scout programs in Arizona