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ARIZONA RURAL SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860473415 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · azruralschools.org
revenue
$187K
expenses
$141K
net assets
$203K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO IMPROVE INSTRUCTION IN RURAL SCHOOLS IN ARIZONA

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Rural Schools Association (ARSA) is a membership organization that supports rural schools in Arizona. It advocates for equitable education for all students, regardless of location or school size, and facilitates communication, resource sharing, and professional development among its members. ARSA represents nearly 200 rural and small school districts across the state.

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

ARSA Blog
Provides news and media content related to rural education.
Annual Conference
A conference for members to stay abreast of current educational topics, network, and learn about excellence in rural education.
Champions of Innovation Award
An award program recognizing innovative practices in rural education.
Elsie Toles Award
An award program, likely recognizing contributions to rural education.
Hall of Fame
An award program to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to rural education.
Podcasts & Roundtables
Offers audio content and discussions on topics relevant to rural education, including "The Rural Scoop" podcast.
Teacher of the Year Award
Recognizes and honors full-time certified teachers in rural Arizona schools who have a minimum of three years of teaching experience in a rural setting.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Rural Education Advocacy Conferences & Media 7 activities
    • Annual Conference for Rural Education
      Hosts an annual three-day conference, titled "Raising Rural Voices," to address the needs of Arizona rural schools and provide a forum for stakeholders.
    • Annual Conference for Rural Education
      Hosts an annual three-day conference, titled "Raising Rural Voices," to address the specific needs and issues of Arizona's rural schools and provide a platform for stakeholders.
    • Annual Conference for Rural Education
      Hosts an annual three-day conference, titled "Raising Rural Voices," to address the specific needs and issues of Arizona's rural schools and provide a platform for stakeholders.
    • Educational Content Production
      Produces "The Rural Scoop Podcast" to inform members about current events, legislation, and issues relevant to Arizona's rural schools, and hosts roundtables available on their YouTube channel.
    • Educational Content Production
      Produces "The Rural Scoop Podcast" to inform members about current events, legislation, and issues relevant to Arizona's rural schools, and hosts roundtables available on their YouTube channel.
    • Educational Roundtables
      Hosts roundtables, which are available on their YouTube channel, to discuss topics relevant to rural education.
    • Rural Education Podcast Production
      Produces "The Rural Scoop Podcast" to inform members about current events, legislation, and issues important to Arizona's rural schools.
  • Educator and Professional Recognition Awards 7 activities
    • Champions of Innovation Award
      Recognizes innovative practices and visionary leadership in rural education through the Champions of Innovation Award.
    • Elsie Toles Rural Women in Educational Leadership Award
      Administers the Elsie Toles Award to recognize and highlight leadership by women in rural schools or districts, with past recipients including Dr. Carolyn Stewart, Shanna Johnson, Patty Horn, Kathy Hoffman, and Sherry Dorathy.
    • Rural Education Awards Program
      Administers several annual awards, including the Elsie Toles Award, Rural Teacher of the Year, Champions of Innovation Award, and recognition for outstanding superintendents, to honor individuals and practices that contribute significantly to rural education in Arizona. The Teacher of the Year program includes cash prizes, conference registration, and other benefits for finalists and state winners.
    • Rural Education Awards Program
      Administers several annual awards, including the Rural Teacher of the Year, Elsie Toles Award for women in leadership, Champions of Innovation Award, and an award for outstanding superintendents, to recognize excellence and contributions to rural education in Arizona.
    • Rural Education Awards Programs
      Administers several annual awards, including the Elsie Toles Award, Rural Teacher of the Year, Champions of Innovation Award, and an award for outstanding superintendents, to recognize excellence, leadership, and contributions to rural education in Arizona.
    • Rural Superintendent Leadership Recognition
      Recognizes outstanding leadership among active superintendents in rural Arizona schools.
    • Rural Teacher of the Year Award Program
      Operates an annual "Teacher of the Year" program at both county and state levels for over thirty years, recognizing and rewarding educators making an impact in rural communities with cash prizes, conference registrations, and other benefits.
  • Private & Rural School Advocacy and Compliance Support 4 activities
    • Advocacy for Rural School Districts
      Represents almost 200 rural and small school districts in Arizona to advocate for their needs and interests.
    • Advocacy for Rural Schools
      Represents nearly 200 rural and small school districts in Arizona to advocate for their needs and interests.
    • Advocacy for Rural Schools
      Represents nearly 200 rural and small school districts in Arizona to advocate for their needs and interests.
    • Advocacy for Rural Schools
      Represents nearly 200 rural and small school districts in Arizona to address their needs and advocate for their interests.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Rural Education Hall of Fame
      Operates a Hall of Fame to recognize individuals with long-term contributions to rural education in Arizona.
    • Rural Education Hall of Fame
      Operates a Hall of Fame to honor individuals who have made long-term and significant contributions to rural education in Arizona.
    • Rural Education Hall of Fame
      Operates a Hall of Fame to recognize individuals who have made long-term contributions to rural education in Arizona.
    • Rural Education Hall of Fame
      Operates a Hall of Fame to recognize individuals who have made long-term contributions to rural education in Arizona.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$187K
Contributions & grants$45K24%
Program service revenue$141K76%
Investment income$1280%
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expenses
Total expenses$141K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$203K
Cash—
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Net assets$203K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +107.1%
relationships · 41

who they work with

  • ASU Prep Academy Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • ATI Restoration Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • AZ Association of County School Superintendents Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Arizona Department of Education Partner — Promotes improved communication with the Arizona Department of Education.
  • Arizona Public Service Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Arizona School Risk Retention Trust Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Arizona State University Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Borderlands Rural Teacher Caucus Partner — Provides membership to the Borderlands Rural Teacher Caucus for rural education advocacy work to award recipients.
  • Concord General Contracting Partner — Business partner represented by Jen Rehse, Business Partner Ambassador
  • Concord General Contracting, Inc. Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Drury Inn & Suites Flagstaff Partner — Serves as the official conference hotel for the annual conference.
  • EDGE Construction Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • EMC2 Group Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • East Valley Disaster Services, Inc. (EVDS) Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Education Forward Arizona Partner — Partnered for a "Power Hour" event focused on rural schools in March 2025.
  • GH2 Architects Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Ghaster Painting and Coatings, Inc. Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Go To Services Inc Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Grand Canyon University Funder — Sponsors the Elsie Toles Rural Women in Educational Leadership Award.
  • Grand Canyon University Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Grand Canyon University Partner — Sponsors the Elsie Toles Award for women leaders in rural education.
  • Grand Canyon University Partner — Sponsors the Elsie Toles Award in partnership with ARSA.
  • Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • McKinstry Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • Musco Sports Lighting Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • NAU College of Education Partner — Listed as a member in the membership directory
  • NAU Rural Resource Center Partner — State Rural Teacher of the Year receives an Advisory Board seat for one calendar year.
  • NREA Coalition — Liaises with NREA and provides a voice to National Legislature through its Legislative Platform.
  • NREA Partner — State Rural Teacher of the Year is a candidate for NREA Teacher of the Year and receives travel and registration for the NREA Annual Conference.
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