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GREEN VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC

Green Valley, AZ · EIN 860372753 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.greenvalleysahuarita.com
revenue
$296K
expenses
$302K
net assets
$32K
employees
3
volunteers
75
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

SUPPORT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND BUSINESS ALONG WITH TOURISM

profile · synthesized from sources

The Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce is an infrastructure organization that champions opportunities for businesses and the community to prosper in Green Valley, Sahuarita, and Southern Arizona. It provides members with visibility, credibility, networking opportunities, and advocacy support to foster economic development and enhance the quality of life in the region.

named programs · 13 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Business Expo & Taste of the Valley
An event offering vendor booth opportunities for high-touch exposure.
Annual Chamber Golf Event
An event offering foursome and tee sponsor signs for visibility.
CEO Roundtables
Exclusive meetings for business leaders to connect, share insights, and discuss challenges.
Chamber Visitor Center Promotion
Allows members to share business cards and brochures in the Chamber Visitor Center.
Community Clicker Mobile App
A mobile application designed to connect residents with Chamber member businesses to promote local spending.
Dedicated Marketing Landing Page & Online Catalog
Provides members with a dedicated marketing landing page, online catalog, and mobile app presence to showcase services and offerings.
ElevateEdAZ program
A program to help Chamber members and local businesses understand and maximize its value, with primary account management for participating businesses.
Email Newsletter Recognition
Features member businesses in the Chamber’s email newsletter for ongoing promotion.
Enhanced Website Directory Listing
Offers an improved listing in the Chamber’s website directory for higher visibility.
Job Posting Service
Allows members to post job openings through the Chamber to reach local candidates.
Member Directory & Magazine Listing
Lists businesses in the Chamber’s online member directory and features them in the annual Inside Green Valley Sahuarita magazine for local visibility.
Networking Mixers & Events
Organizes events for business owners, community leaders, and potential partners to connect.
Ribbon Cuttings & Milestone Recognition
Provides events to introduce or re-introduce member businesses to the community.
activities · 11 groups

what they do

  • Business Networking Events 8 activities
    • Facilitate business networking and relationship building
      Organizes and hosts networking events including ribbon cuttings, breakfasts, mixers, roundtables, and leadership gatherings to connect business owners, community leaders, and residents in Green Valley, Sahuarita, and surrounding areas of Southern Arizona.
    • Facilitates business networking and relationship building
      Organizes and hosts networking events including ribbon cuttings, breakfasts, mixers, roundtables, and leadership gatherings to connect business owners, community leaders, and residents in Green Valley, Sahuarita, and surrounding areas of Southern Arizona.
    • Facilitating Business Networking and Community Engagement
      Organizes and hosts various events such as ribbon cuttings, networking breakfasts, mixers, and workshops to foster connections and relationship building among business owners, residents, and community leaders in Green Valley, Sahuarita, and surrounding areas of Southern Arizona.
    • Facilitating Business Networking and Community Engagement
      Organizes and hosts various events such as ribbon cuttings, networking breakfasts, mixers, and roundtables to foster connections and relationship building among business owners, residents, and local leaders in Green Valley, Sahuarita, and surrounding areas of Southern Arizona.
    • Manages event promotion and calendar services
      Maintains and promotes a comprehensive event calendar featuring Chamber-hosted gatherings, local business events, community celebrations, and workshops to support community engagement and economic vitality in Southern Arizona.
    • Providing Business Support and Resources
      Offers advice, resources, and one-on-one support to members, including referrals, tools to navigate challenges, and guidance on maximizing Chamber membership. This also includes providing a space for members to share business cards and brochures in the Chamber Visitor Center and posting job openings.
    • Providing Business Support and Resources
      Offers advice, resources, and one-on-one support to members, including referrals, tools to navigate challenges, and guidance on maximizing Chamber membership. It also provides a space for members to share business cards and brochures in the Chamber Visitor Center and allows members to post job openings.
    • Supports business onboarding and member services
      Provides dedicated support for new Chamber members including onboarding, one-on-one consultations, business card and brochure display in the Visitor Center, job posting access, and guidance on maximizing membership benefits.
  • Destination Marketing & Visitor Information Services 4 activities
    • Operate a visitor and relocation information center
      Runs a Visitor Center that provides maps, trail guides, brochures for regional parks and attractions, and relocation resources for Green Valley and Sahuarita. Utilizes volunteer "Embajadores" to assist visitors and promote local information.
    • Operates a visitor and relocation information center
      Provides visitor services through a physical Visitor Center staffed by volunteers ("Embajadores"), offering maps, trail guides, brochures for regional parks and attractions, and relocation resources for individuals considering moving to Green Valley and Sahuarita.
    • Supporting Tourism and Relocation
      Distributes maps, trail guides, and brochures for state and national parks, local attractions, and regional recreation. It also provides relocation information for Green Valley and Sahuarita and offers the 2025 Arizona Attraction Passport for exclusive deals and experiences.
    • Supporting Tourism and Relocation
      Distributes maps, trail guides, brochures for local attractions, and relocation information for Green Valley and Sahuarita. It also offers the Arizona Attraction Passport to provide access to deals and experiences across Arizona, with assistance from volunteer "Embajadores."
  • Youth Civic Leadership Development 3 activities
    • Administers leadership and workforce development programs
      Leads the ElevateEdAZ Southern Arizona Pilot Program serving approximately 2,300 students and the Elevate SGV leadership development program, which includes cohort-based training, engagement with leaders across sectors, and culminates in a graduation ceremony with local officials.
    • Deliver leadership and workforce development programs
      Leads the ElevateEdAZ Southern Arizona Pilot Program serving approximately 2,300 students and the Elevate SGV leadership development program, which includes cohort-based training, engagement with leaders across sectors, and culminates in a graduation ceremony with local officials.
    • Developing Workforce and Leadership Programs
      Launches and manages programs like ElevateEdAZ Southern Arizona Pilot Program, serving approximately 2,300 students, and the Elevate SGV leadership development program, which engages participants with leaders from various sectors over four months.
  • Member Business Promotion Services 3 activities
    • Promoting Member Businesses and Local Economy
      Increases member exposure through online business directories, features in the annual "Inside Green Valley Sahuarita" magazine, Chamber communications, promotions, and digital/community platforms. It also publishes the "Chamber’s Activity Guide" six times a year to highlight the business community and operates a mobile app to help residents discover and support member businesses.
    • Promoting Member Businesses and Local Economy
      Provides marketing and promotional support for member businesses through online directories, an annual magazine, digital campaigns, social media, and community outreach. This includes publishing the "Chamber’s Activity Guide" and operating the "Community Clicker" mobile app to highlight local businesses and events.
    • Provides business promotion and visibility services
      Increases member exposure through an online business directory, enhanced website listings, digital and print publications (including the annual "Inside Green Valley Sahuarita" magazine and bi-monthly "Activity Guide"), social media, email newsletters, and mobile platforms like the Community Clicker app and member marketing tools.
  • Local Business Advocacy & Economic Development 1 activity
    • Advances economic development and business engagement
      Leads initiatives to support local business growth, fosters relationships with elected officials and community leaders, aligns workforce opportunities with regional needs, and serves as a resource for economic development in Southern Arizona.
  • Women's Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
    • Developing Leadership Programs
      Launches and runs leadership development programs such as "Whole Women, Strong Leaders" and "Elevate SGV," which engage participants with leaders from various sectors and conclude with graduation ceremonies.
  • Travel Guide & Passport Programs 1 activity
    • Distributes regional tourism and recreation resources
      Produces and distributes printed and digital materials such as the Arizona Attraction Passport, maps, trail guides, and brochures to promote regional tourism, outdoor recreation, and local attractions across Arizona.
  • Association Communications & Membership Management 1 activity
    • Lead Chamber marketing and communications
      Manages the Chamber’s marketing initiatives, including digital campaigns, social media, publications, and community outreach, to promote programs, events, and member businesses.
  • Museum Volunteer Operations Support 1 activity
    • Operating a Visitor Center
      Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Visitor Center, manages a volunteer team of "Embajadores" (Ambassadors) to assist visitors, and provides information about the local region and community events.
  • Member Networking & Communication Services 1 activity
    • Produce and distribute community event and business publications
      Publishes the bi-monthly "Chamber’s Activity Guide" six times a year, distributed via local newspapers, and maintains a community event calendar to promote Chamber and local business events, workshops, and celebrations.
  • Uncategorized 8 activities
    • Administer promotional and discount programs for members and visitors
      Offers the 2025 Arizona Attraction Passport in digital and printed formats, providing access to exclusive deals and experiences across Arizona as part of regional promotion and member benefit offerings.
    • Advocating for Local Business and Economic Development
      Leads initiatives that support local business growth, fosters relationships with elected officials and community leaders, and serves as a resource for economic development in Southern Arizona. This includes organizing "Whole Women, Strong Leaders" events and managing internal and external communications.
    • Enable member engagement and governance participation
      Allows members to post job openings, participate in Chamber voting, serve on the Board of Directors, and host networking events, fostering active involvement in Chamber governance and community economic development.
    • Facilitating Member Engagement and Governance
      Manages internal and external communications to keep members and the community informed, provides a dedicated team for new member onboarding, and allows members to participate in Chamber voting and serve on the Board of Directors.
    • Implementing Workforce Development Initiatives
      Leads business engagement to align opportunities with Southern Arizona's workforce needs and implements programs like the ElevateEdAZ Southern Arizona Pilot Program, serving approximately 2,300 students and cultivating partnerships with employers.
    • Provide business resources and member support
      Offers one-on-one support, onboarding assistance, referrals, tools, and advice to help members navigate challenges and maximize Chamber membership. Manages internal and external communications to keep members informed about programs, events, and opportunities.
    • Support and promote local businesses
      Provides member businesses with visibility through an online directory, enhanced digital listings, features in the "Inside Green Valley Sahuarita" magazine, spotlights in the bi-monthly Activity Guide, and recognition in newsletters and digital platforms. Offers tools like the Community Clicker mobile app and member marketing platforms to increase customer engagement.
    • Support business engagement with workforce development initiatives
      Helps Chamber members and local employers understand and participate in the ElevateEdAZ program, cultivating partnerships and guiding onboarding to align business opportunities with Southern Arizona’s workforce needs.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$296K
Contributions & grants$290K98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$490%
Other revenue$6K
expenses
Total expenses$302K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead100%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$137K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$55K
Cash$54K
Investments$0
Liabilities$23K
Net assets$32K
Liquid reserves2.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -4.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
RANDALL J GRAF PRESIDENTCEO 0 $63K
board members · 11
  • CHARLENE WESTGATE — DIRECTOR
  • JARROD MOSS — DIRECTOR
  • JESSICA BRACK — DIRECTOR
  • KATHY WAGNER — DIRECTOR
  • PAUL LOOMANS — VICE CHAIR
  • PETER PURVES — TREASURER
  • RAESCHELLE ORTIZ — SECRETARY
  • RYAN BENNETT — CHAIR
  • TAMMY MINOT — DIRECTOR
  • THOMAS LAUE — DIRECTOR
  • VICTOR GONZALEZ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 27

who they work with

  • ASARCO Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Abrego Automotive Partner — Participating business in the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • Arroyo Gardens Partner — Participating business in the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • Bill’s Home Services Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Caterpillar Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Conserva Irrigation Partner — Participating business in the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • ElevateEdAZ Partner — Helps Chamber members and local businesses understand and maximize the value of the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • Epique Realty Partner — Chamber-member REALTOR® brokerage presenting property listings
  • Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation Partner — Partnered to bring ElevateEdAZ to Southern Arizona.
  • Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce Partner — Partners to bring together women leaders for the "Whole Women, Strong Leaders" event.
  • Green Valley News Partner — Inserts the Chamber's Activity Guide into its publication.
  • Green Valley News Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber Foundation Partner — Partnered to bring ElevateEdAZ to Southern Arizona.
  • Mighty Underdogs Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Mr. Automotive Partner — Participating business in the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • Northwest Medical Center Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Proactive Physical Therapy Partner — Participating business in the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • RE/MAX Fine Properties Partner — Chamber-member REALTOR® brokerage presenting property listings
  • Saguaro Valley Plumbing Partner — Participating business in the ElevateEdAZ program.
  • Sahuarita High School Partner — One of the schools where the ElevateEdAZ pilot program serves students.
  • Sahuarita Sun Partner — Inserts the Chamber's Activity Guide into its publication.
  • Sahuarita Unified School District Partner — Expands the ElevateEdAZ program to this school district.
  • Sahuarita Unified Schools Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • TRICO Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Town of Sahuarita Partner — Representative on the Advisory Board & Steering Committee for the Elevate SGV program.
  • Visit Tucson Partner — Collaborates to provide tourism resources and regional travel information.
  • Walden Grove High School Partner — One of the schools where the ElevateEdAZ pilot program serves students.