activities · 8
what they do
direct service · 8
- Conduct annual food donation drives at the festival Food Packing and Distribution Volunteer ProgramsCollects food donations during the festival, such as 700 pounds of food at a previous event, as part of community outreach efforts.
- Conduct the annual Mother's Day Tea fundraising eventHosts the recurring Mother's Day Tea as a fundraising initiative, which has sold out for at least five consecutive years, with all proceeds directed toward funding the Highland and Irish Dance stages at the Tucson Celtic Festival.
- Conduct year-round planning for cultural festivals Community Festival & Event OrganizationEngages in continuous planning and organizational activities throughout the year to support the production of the annual Tucson Celtic Festival and related events.
- Coordinate volunteer staffing for the annual festival Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes volunteer support for a six-day event period from October 21 to October 26, 2026, as part of the operational logistics for the Tucson Celtic Festival.
- Host recurring Celtic cultural events throughout the year Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts additional Celtic-themed celebrations annually, including St. Patrick’s Day, Tartan Day, and Viking Night! Concert, as part of a year-round event calendar.
- Manage vendor participation for the Tucson Celtic FestivalOversees vendor registration, fee collection, and insurance documentation for the annual festival, with required submissions due by September 11, 2026, for participation in the October 2026 event.
- Organize and host the annual Tucson Celtic Festival & Scottish Highland Games Community Festival & Event OrganizationProduces the 40th Annual Tucson Celtic Festival & Scottish Highland Games, a multi-day cultural event that has been held annually for over 35 years, including ongoing planning, vendor coordination, and volunteer staffing for the event period.
- Provide annual support to local charities Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsSupports a local charity each year through financial or in-kind contributions generated by the festival activities.
strategies · 8
how they think
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- Enhance vendor engagement with differentiated registration vendor_registration_processManages festival vendor participation through a tailored registration process that distinguishes returning from new vendors, improving continuity and onboarding efficiency.
- Expand event capacity to meet community demand event_capacity_expansionIncreases event capacity in response to sustained high attendance, ensuring the festival can continue to serve growing community interest and participation.
- Foster athletic development in traditional Celtic sports athletic developmentSupports the growth of athletes in Highland Dance, piping, and Scottish athletic competitions by hosting national and international contests that provide competitive platforms and skill development.
- Incentivize food donations through admission discounts donation_incentive_programEncourages festival attendees to contribute non-perishable food items by offering reduced admission fees, linking community participation with support for local food needs.
- Operate via all-volunteer model with graduated engagement incentives all-volunteer_modelRelies entirely on volunteers to run operations and uses a tiered benefits system to encourage longer-term and deeper volunteer commitments, strengthening organizational capacity through community ownership.
- Preserve and promote Celtic culture through immersive education and engagement cultural_preservationAdvances cultural preservation by gathering Celtic communities and enthusiasts to experience and learn about Celtic arts, language, music, dance, athletics, and traditions through active participation, demonstrations, and competitions.
- Strengthen community through cultural tradition and inclusive participation community_support_through_cultural_traditionLeverages Celtic values of hospitality and generosity to build community support, encouraging active roles in planning, volunteering, and committee service to foster shared ownership and inclusivity.
- Support cultural programming through targeted fundraising cultural_programming_supportDirects proceeds from fundraising events specifically toward sustaining cultural expressions such as Highland and Irish dance performances, ensuring authenticity and continuity in festival programming.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Charity of the Year Program
Annual initiative supporting local Tucson nonprofits such as the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and Tu Nidito through event-driven donations and awareness.
Mother's Day Tea
Annual fundraising event offering traditional afternoon tea with Highland and Irish dance performances, a hat contest, and live auction to support the festival’s dance stages.
Tucson Celtic Festival & Scottish Highland Games
Annual multi-day festival featuring Highland and Irish dance, pipe bands, athletic competitions, cultural vendors, food, and family activities to celebrate Celtic heritage.
relationships · 13
who they work with
- Beyond Bread Bakery and Café Partner — Donated items for the Mother's Day Tea silent auction.
- Celtic Cultural Societies Partner — Invited to attend and host educational and informational booths at the festival.
- Civil Air Patrol Partner — Recognized as a past Charity of the Year recipient supported by the Tucson Celtic Festival Association.
- Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona Partner — Festival collaborates with the food bank by collecting non-perishable food donations from attendees.
- Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona Partner — Recognized as a past Charity of the Year recipient supported by the Tucson Celtic Festival Association.
- Corbett’s Downtown Beer Garden Partner — Donated items for the Mother's Day Tea silent auction.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Mall Partner — Official host hotel offering a 10% discount to festival guests.
- Scottish Clans Partner — Invited to attend and host educational and informational booths at the festival.
- Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption Partner — Recognized as a past Charity of the Year recipient supported by the Tucson Celtic Festival Association.
- TCFA Network — Offers free ad hoc membership to TCFA as a volunteer benefit.
- The Loft Cinema Partner — Donated items for the Mother's Day Tea silent auction.
- The Shanty Partner — Donated items for the Mother's Day Tea silent auction.
- Tu Nidito Partner — Recognized as a past Charity of the Year recipient supported by the Tucson Celtic Festival Association.