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Physical Therapy Association of Arizona Inc

Tonto Basin, AZ · EIN 237388105 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.aptaaz.org
revenue
$298K
expenses
$208K
net assets
$1.1M
employees
0
volunteers
25
mission · from form 990

To represent and advance physical therapys role in optimizing the well-being of Arizonans.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Physical Therapy Association of Arizona Inc is a professional organization for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in Arizona. It focuses on advocacy, education, and professional development, including monitoring public policy, offering scholarships, and organizing events like the Student Conclave. The organization aims to protect the public and advance the physical therapy profession within the state.

named programs · 9 · from sources

what they call their work

Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2
A program for physical therapy professionals to enhance their clinical instruction skills.
Direct Current Newsletter
A weekly email newsletter distributed twice a month to keep members updated on APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights.
Federal Governmental Affairs Committee
Educates elected members of Congress on issues important to the physical therapy profession.
House of Delegates
A policy-making body that introduces motions to amend APTA's bylaws, directs courses of action, and articulates association attitudes on physical therapy needs.
PSA Campaign 2025
Public Service Announcement campaigns on TV and radio addressing neurological conditions, pelvic health, and chronic pain.
Practice Committee
Educates Arizona clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state.
State Government Affairs Committee
Monitors Arizona public policy and regulations impacting physical therapy practice, advocates for legislative changes, and interacts with the AZ State Board of PT.
Student Conclave
An annual event for physical therapy students to network and engage with the profession, featuring exhibitors and sponsors.
Student Scholarships
Awards scholarships to Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistant students.
activities · 7 clusters

what they do

  • Health Professional Continuing Education & Conferences 2 activities
    • Clinical instructor training program
      Offers a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2 in Tempe, Arizona, to enhance the skills of physical therapy professionals in clinical education and supervision.
    • Professional education on state practice regulations
      Provides education to Arizona clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state to ensure compliance and professional development.
  • Healthcare Professional Advocacy 2 activities
    • Federal advocacy and congressional education
      Educates elected members of Congress on issues relevant to the physical therapy profession and participates in national policy discussions through the APTA Leadership Congress - House of Delegates.
    • State-level policy advocacy and regulatory engagement
      Monitors Arizona public policy and regulations affecting physical therapy and healthcare, advocates for legislative changes, and engages with the AZ State Board of Physical Therapy.
  • Indigenous Cultural Wellness Events 1 activity
    • Annual Student Conclave
      Hosts an annual Student Conclave for physical therapy students, with the next event scheduled for April 25, 2026, at Gateway Community College in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • Professional and Organizational Achievement Awards 1 activity
    • Awards program for professionals
      Solicits nominations and recognizes excellence through the PT/PTA of the Year Awards and the Pauline Wampler Award.
  • Member Newsletter & Magazine Distribution 1 activity
    • Member communications and professional updates
      Produces a bi-monthly email newsletter to inform members about APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights relevant to physical therapy practice.
  • Public Health Awareness Campaigns 1 activity
    • Public service announcement campaigns
      Runs public service announcement campaigns on television and radio to raise awareness about physical therapy, specifically for neuro, pelvic health, and chronic pain conditions.
  • Uncategorized 8 activities
    • Advanced clinical instructor training program
      Offers a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2 in Tempe, Arizona, to enhance the skills of clinical instructors in physical therapy education.
    • Annual Student Conclave event
      Hosts an annual Student Conclave for physical therapy students in Phoenix, Arizona, with the next event scheduled for April 25, 2026, at Gateway Community College.
    • Awards recognition program
      Solicits nominations and recognizes outstanding professionals through the PT/PTA of the Year Awards and the Pauline Wampler Award.
    • Federal advocacy for the physical therapy profession
      Educates members of Congress on issues relevant to the physical therapy profession and participates in national policy discussions through the APTA Leadership Congress - House of Delegates, including submitting reports such as in 2025.
    • Member communication and professional updates
      Produces a bi-monthly email newsletter to inform members about APTA AZ news, upcoming events, and national highlights relevant to the physical therapy profession.
    • Professional education on state practice regulations
      Educates Arizona physical therapy clinicians on administrative rules and statutes governing physical therapy practice in the state to ensure compliance and professional development.
    • Public awareness campaigns on physical therapy
      Runs public service announcement campaigns on television and radio to raise awareness about physical therapy, particularly for neuro, pelvic health, and chronic pain conditions.
    • Scholarship program for physical therapy students
      Awards seven $1,000 scholarships annually to physical therapist students and four $750 scholarships to physical therapy assistant students to support education in the field.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$298K
Contributions & grants$6K2%
Program service revenue$242K81%
Investment income$52K17%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$208K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$4K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.11M
Cash$418K
Investments$689K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.11M
Liquid reserves63.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +14.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Christa Lombardo Executive Director 40 $72K
board members · 12
  • Ami Griver PT DPT — Vice President
  • Brian Schmitz PT DPT — President
  • Christina Romero PT DPT — Dist 2 Representative
  • Jefferson Holm PT DPT — Dist 3 Representative
  • Jennifer Zoucha PT DPT — Dist 4 Representative
  • Kacey Kline PTA MEd — PTA Caucus Representative
  • Kadeen Mansor PT DPT — Treasurer
  • Kara Koenitzer Tate PT DPT — Dist 5 Representative
  • Letha Zook PT EdD — Dist 1 Representative
  • Lora Davis PT DPT — Secretary
  • Lori Pearlmutter PT MHP — Chief Delegate
  • Lynette Lauterbach PTA — PTA Causus Alternate
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • APTA Network — The House of Delegates is an APTA policy-making body.
  • APTA Arizona Executive Director Network — Christa Lombardo Ploof serves as Executive Director of the organization
  • AZ State Board of PT Government — Interacts with the AZ State Board of PT regarding public policy and regulations.
  • Gateway Community College Partner — Hosts the APTA Arizona Student Conclave at its Washington Campus.
  • Gateway Community College Partner — Hosts the Student Conclave event.
  • House of Delegates Network — Participates in the House of Delegates through elected delegates.
  • YouTube Partner — Hosts APTA AZ public service announcement videos