what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $9KAZ FUTURITY EVENT
what they call their work
what they do
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Youth Scholarships & Awards in Equestrian Events 6 activities
- Administer scholarship and recognition programsOperates a scholarship program for students and established the "Sallie Award" in 1994 to honor individuals who demonstrate good sportsmanship, consistent support for the Carousel Horse Show, and loyalty to its charities.
- Organize annual Carousel Charity Horse ShowHosts the annual Carousel Charity Horse Show, first organized in April 1971 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, with ongoing events such as the 2021 show, the 53rd anniversary edition, and the scheduled 2026 event from March 26–29. The show includes divisions such as the Academy Division where awards are presented.
- Present awards and recognition at horse showsRecognizes individuals and participants through awards such as the "Sallie Award," which honors sportsmanship and support for the Carousel Horse Show and its charities, and presents awards during the Academy Division of the Carousel Charity Horse Show.
- Present awards and recognition at horse showsRecognizes participants through awards such as the "Sallie Award," established in 1994 to honor sportsmanship and support for the Carousel Horse Show and its charities, and presents awards during the Academy Division of the Carousel Charity Horse Show.
- Support local charities through horse show eventsSupports charitable causes through its horse show events, particularly the Carousel Charity Horse Show, which has a long-standing commitment to benefiting local charities since its inception in 1971.
- Support local charities through horse show eventsIntegrates charitable support into its horse show operations, with a long-standing commitment to benefiting local charities through events like the Carousel Charity Horse Show, first organized in April 1971.
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Targeted Educational Scholarships 2 activities
- Administer scholarship programOperates a scholarship program to support students, though specific eligibility criteria, funding amounts, or educational focus are not detailed in the evidence.
- Administer scholarship programOperates an ongoing scholarship program to support students, though specific criteria and scale are not detailed in the evidence.
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Horse Show Organization 2 activities
- Operate multi-breed horse show programs in ArizonaRuns the largest multi-breed horse show in the Southwest, including events such as the Carousel, Arizona Futurity, American Cup, and Desert Classic, under its High Point Program. Presents quality shows and events annually, such as the October 3, 2026, horse show at West World of Scottsdale.
- Organize and host annual horse showsPlans and executes annual multi-breed horse shows in Arizona, including the Carousel Charity Horse Show, American Cup, Desert Classic, and Arizona Futurity, with events held at venues such as West World of Scottsdale and the Arizona State Fairgrounds. The organization hosts the largest multi-breed horse show in the Southwest.
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Uncategorized 7 activities
- Administer scholarship and recognition programsRuns a scholarship program for students and established the "Sallie Award" in 1994 to honor individuals who demonstrate sportsmanship, support for the Carousel Horse Show, and loyalty to its charities.
- Host regional horse shows under High Point ProgramOrganizes and presents multiple regional horse shows in Arizona as part of its High Point Program, including the Carousel, Arizona Futurity, American Cup, and Desert Classic, positioning itself as the operator of the largest multi-breed horse show in the Southwest.
- Organize and host annual horse showsPlans and executes annual multi-breed horse shows in Arizona, including the Carousel Charity Horse Show, American Cup, Arizona Futurity, and Desert Classic, with the largest such event in the Southwest. The 2026 event is scheduled for March 26–29 at West World of Scottsdale, including early stall access on October 2nd after 1 PM for participants.
- Organize annual Carousel Charity Horse ShowHosts the annual Carousel Charity Horse Show, first organized in April 1971 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, with ongoing events such as the 2021 show, the 53rd anniversary edition, and a scheduled event from March 26–29, 2026. The event includes the Academy Division and supports local charities.
- Provide participant benefits and event logisticsOffers early stall move-in access for participants at horse shows, such as on October 2nd after 1 PM for the October 3, 2026 event at West World of Scottsdale, to support exhibitor needs.
- Provide participant benefits for horse showsOffers early stall move-in access for participants on October 2nd after 1 PM for its events, enhancing logistical support for attendees.
- Provide participant services for horse show eventsOffers early stall move-in access for participants at events, such as on October 2nd after 1 PM for the October 3, 2026 show at West World of Scottsdale.
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the money
who runs it
- JOLENE YERCKIE — Vice President
- LAUREN BENECKE — Director
- MARCIA SCOLA — Director
- MATTHEW ROBERTS — President
- MEGAN SCHATZBERG — Secretary
- MURPHY MCSEMEK — Director
- SUSAN BAUER — Treasurer
who they work with
- American Cup Partner — Sponsors an Ice Cream Social during the Awards Presentation for the Academy Division.
- Brio Horsemanship Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- Carousel Charity Partner — Sponsors an Ice Cream Social during the Awards Presentation for the Academy Division.
- Carpediem Farm / Trish Demers Funder — Show Support Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Cathleen Canfield Funder — Show Support Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Cherry Stables Funder — Silver Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Cowgirl Bling Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- Culbreth Equine Training & Management LLC Funder — Silver Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Daniels Training Center Funder — Silver Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Deardorff Stable LLC Funder — Tri-Color Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Desert Classic Horse Shows Partner — Sponsors an Ice Cream Social during the Awards Presentation for the Academy Division.
- Desert Palms Funder — Tri-Color Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Diamond D Gypsy Vanners Funder — Silver Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Diana Ds Blanket of California Funder — Show Support Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Fidelis Farm - Tamara Moravec / Miller Stables Funder — Gold Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Fire Run Stable Funder — Silver Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Golden Creek Farm LLC Funder — Gold Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Healthy Healing and Art Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- JKW Stables Funder — Tri-Color Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- La Quinta Inn & Suites Partner — Provides a block of rooms for the Carousel Charity Horse Show.
- Lindsay Naas Funder — Tri-Color Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Liz Bolton Stables Funder — Gold Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Pleasants Valley Stables Funder — Platinum Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Purina Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- Rondel Stevenson Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- Schatzburg Photography Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- SeneGence/Beautiful You Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event
- Seven Springs Ranch Funder — Neck Ribbon Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Shino Training Center Funder — Silver Sponsor for 2025 Carousel Charity Horse Show
- Show Season Partner — Vendor at Carousel 2024 event