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RIO SALADO FOUNDATION
TEMPE, AZ · EIN 861027630 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE N32 · Recreation & Sports · Micro (<$100K) · www.riosaladofoundation.org
revenue
$22K
expenses
$52K
net assets
$2.0M
employees
0
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

THE MISSION OF THE RIO SALADO FOUNDATION IS TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF THE RIO SALADO PROJECT AS A MAJOR REGIONAL DESTINATION AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT THROUGH THE CREATION OF PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS VIA A COMPREHENSIVE AND ONGOING CAPITAL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN.

profile · synthesized from sources

Rio Salado Foundation is a nonprofit organization that manages historic restorations and economic development projects along the Rio Salado Corridor and Papago Park in Tempe, Arizona. Since 2001, it has funded over $18 million in projects, including the restoration of historic structures like the Eisendrath House, Hayden Flour Mill, and Sandra Day O'Connor House. The foundation operates through public-private partnerships, focusing on cultural preservation, recreation, and education.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Arizona Boathouse and Welcome Center
Current project to develop a boathouse and welcome center at Tempe Town Lake to support recreation and visitor services (status: in progress).
Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation
Restored 1930s adobe home serving as a water conservation education center, event venue, and visitor center with docent-led tours; houses Tempe’s Water Conservation Department.
Hayden Flour Mill Restoration
Revitalization of the historic Hayden Flour Mill site, including graffiti removal, landscaping, lighting, interpretive signage, and creation of a public lawn and stage for community events.
O’Connor House Preservation
Relocation and restoration of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor’s 1957 adobe home to Papago Park, preserving it as a site for civic dialogue and educational programming.
Veterans Memorial at Tempe Beach Park
Development of a memorial honoring U.S. veterans, featuring the Memory Walk with commemorative pavers and the Overlook & Visitors Plaza on the historic Ash Avenue Bridge abutment.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Public Space Development & Restoration 7 activities
    • Community Engagement and Collaboration
      Engages volunteers in project committees and participates in collaborations such as presenting the Papago Park Regional Master Plan, funding the grand opening of Tempe Center for the Arts, and establishing the Children’s Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park.
    • Community Project Support and Development
      Supports and participates in the development of various community projects, including the Papago Park Regional Master Plan, funding the grand opening of Tempe Center for the Arts, and establishing the Children’s Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park.
    • Community and Recreational Project Support
      Supports the construction and development of various community and recreational projects, such as the Tempe Center for the Arts, the Children’s Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park, and the Papago Park Regional Master Plan, contributing to public spaces and facilities.
    • Community and Recreational Project Support
      Supports the construction and development of various community and recreational projects, such as the Tempe Center for the Arts, the Children’s Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park, and the Papago Park Regional Master Plan, contributing to public spaces and amenities.
    • Community and Recreational Project Support
      Supports the construction and development of various community and recreational projects, such as the Tempe Center for the Arts, the Children’s Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park, and the Papago Park Regional Master Plan, contributing to public spaces and amenities.
    • Historical and Cultural Preservation Projects
      Supports and manages the restoration, construction, and preservation of historical, cultural, and recreational projects along the Rio Salado Corridor and Papago Park, contributing over $18 million since 2001. Key projects include the Hayden Flour Mill, Eisendrath House, and the Sandra Day O’Connor House.
    • Support for Public Recreational and Cultural Projects
      Supports and funds the construction and grand openings of public recreational and cultural projects, including the Tempe Center for the Arts, the Children’s Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park, and the Arizona Boathouse and Welcome Center project.
  • Water Conservation Education & Outreach 5 activities
    • Community and Educational Facility Operation
      Operates various facilities that serve as educational centers, meeting spaces, and event venues, such as the SRP Water Education Facility, the Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation, and a Visitor's Center offering docent-led tours.
    • Operation of Educational and Event Venues
      Operates and manages several facilities that serve as educational centers, special event venues, and meeting spaces. These include the Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation (housing the City of Tempe’s Water Conservation Department and offering tours), the SRP Water Education Facility, and the restored Hayden Flour Mill grounds for community events.
    • Water Conservation Education and Facilities Management
      Operates the SRP Water Education Facility and the Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation, providing space for water conservation classes, meetings for community organizations, and educational exhibits on water conservation and sustainability.
    • Water Conservation Education and Facilities Management
      Operates the SRP Water Education Facility and the Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation, providing space for water conservation classes, meetings for community organizations, and educational exhibits on water conservation and sustainability.
    • Water Conservation Education and Facilities Management
      Operates the SRP Water Education Facility and the Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation, providing space for water conservation classes, meetings for community organizations, and educational displays on water conservation and sustainability.
  • Memorial Development & Installation 5 activities
    • Veterans Memorial Development and Maintenance
      Develops and maintains the Veterans Memorial at Beach Park in Tempe, which includes a Memory Walk, Overlook & Visitors Plaza, and the Veterans Parade art installation featuring laser-cut steel silhouettes.
    • Veterans Memorial Development and Maintenance
      Develops and maintains the Veterans Memorial at Beach Park in Tempe, which includes a Memory Walk, an Overlook & Visitors Plaza, and the Veterans Parade art installation featuring laser-cut steel silhouettes.
    • Veterans Memorial Development and Maintenance
      Develops and maintains the Veterans Memorial at Beach Park in Tempe, which includes a Memory Walk, an Overlook & Visitors Plaza, and the Veterans Parade art installation featuring laser-cut steel silhouettes.
    • Veterans Memorial Development and Maintenance
      Develops and maintains the Veterans Memorial at Beach Park in Tempe, which includes a Memory Walk, an Overlook & Visitors Plaza, and the Veterans Parade featuring laser-cut steel silhouettes.
    • Veterans Memorial Development and Maintenance
      Develops and maintains the Veterans Memorial at Beach Park in Tempe, which includes a Memory Walk, an Overlook & Visitors Plaza, and the Veterans Parade art installation featuring laser-cut steel silhouettes.
  • Historic Building Restoration & Adaptive Reuse 4 activities
    • Historical and Cultural Site Restoration and Management
      Manages and restores historical and cultural sites, including the Hayden Flour Mill, Eisendrath House, and Sandra Day O’Connor House, preserving their integrity and adapting them for public use as event venues, educational centers, and visitor attractions. This includes structural work, landscaping, and installation of interpretive displays.
    • Historical and Cultural Site Restoration and Management
      Manages and restores historical and cultural sites, including the Hayden Flour Mill, Eisendrath House, and the Sandra Day O'Connor House, often transforming them into community venues, educational centers, or event spaces. This includes structural work, landscaping, and installation of interpretive displays.
    • Historical and Cultural Site Restoration and Management
      Manages and restores historical and cultural sites, including the Hayden Flour Mill, Eisendrath House, and Sandra Day O’Connor House, preserving their integrity and adapting them for public use as event venues, educational centers, and visitor attractions. This includes structural work, landscaping, and installation of interpretive displays.
    • Historical and Cultural Site Restoration and Management
      Manages and restores historical and cultural sites, including the Hayden Flour Mill, Eisendrath House, and Sandra Day O’Connor House, preserving their integrity and adapting them for public use as event venues, educational centers, and visitor attractions. This includes structural work, landscaping, and installation of interpretive displays.
  • General Volunteer Support Services 4 activities
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Offers volunteer opportunities and engages volunteers in project committees through a sign-up process.
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Offers and facilitates volunteer opportunities for individuals to participate in project committees, supporting the organization's various initiatives.
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Offers volunteer opportunities and engages volunteers in project committees to support its various initiatives.
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Offers volunteer opportunities and engages volunteers in project committees to support its various initiatives.
  • Guided and Self-Guided Museum Tours 2 activities
    • Visitor Center and Tour Operations
      Operates a Visitor's Center and provides docent-led tours by appointment at various sites, including the Eisendrath House, to educate the public on local history and conservation efforts.
    • Visitor Center and Tour Operations
      Operates a Visitor's Center and provides docent-led tours by appointment at various historical sites and facilities.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$22K
Contributions & grants$10K47%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$52K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead86%
Fundraising14%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.12M
Cash$2.12M
Investments$0
Liabilities$95K
Net assets$2.02M
Liquid reserves488.7 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -87.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 8
  • BEN CILEK — TREASURER
  • COLIN DIAZ — PRESIDENT
  • COREY WOODS — CHAIRMAN
  • JOHN GRAHAM — VICE CHAIRMA
  • MICHAEL MARTIN — DIRECTOR
  • MICHELLE KAUK — DIRECTOR
  • NINA MULLINS — DIRECTOR
  • SHANNON SCUTARI — SECRETARY
relationships · 74

who they work with

  • APS Funder — Major donor instrumental in project success.
  • American Express Funder — Major donor for the Eisendrath House restoration project.
  • American Outdoor Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • American Outdoor Funder — Major donor for the Hayden Flour Mill project.
  • Arizona Cardinals Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum Partner — The O'Connor House was relocated adjacent to this museum.
  • Arizona Public Service Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Arizona Public Service Funder — Major donor to the Veterans Memorial project.
  • Bert A. Getz Trust Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Bruce T. Halley Family Foundation Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • City of Tempe Funder — Major donor for the Eisendrath House restoration project.
  • City of Tempe Funder — Major donor for the Hayden Flour Mill project.
  • City of Tempe Government — Authorized the foundation to engage in comprehensive fundraising efforts.
  • City of Tempe Government — Receives support from the City of Tempe for its projects and coordinates with the city on the master plan.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Identified the site in Papago Park for the O'Connor House relocation.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Partnered to rejuvenate the Hayden Flour Mill and its grounds.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Supports the Veterans Memorial dedicated to veterans.
  • City of Tempe’s Water Conservation Department Partner — Houses the City of Tempe’s Water Conservation Department at the Eisendrath Center.
  • Cox Communications Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Cox Communications Funder — Major donor for the Hayden Flour Mill project.
  • Cox Communications Funder — Major donor instrumental in project success.
  • Craig and Barbara Barrett Foundation Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • DMB Associates Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • DMB Associates Funder — Major donor to the O'Connor House project.
  • Dorrance Family Foundation Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Gary and Jeanne Herberger Trust Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Gila River Indian Community Funder — Major donor for the Eisendrath House restoration project.
  • Globe Foundation Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
  • Goldman Sachs Gives Funder — Major contributor of $10,000 and above to the Rio Salado Foundation.
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