named programs · 3 · from sources
what they call their work
Annual Art Contest
Art competition for K-12 students to express their understanding of Chinese culture through visual art, with winners recognized by grade level
Culture and Cuisine Festival
Public festival showcasing Chinese food, traditional crafts, music, dance, and community heritage as part of Phoenix Chinese Week events
Lunar New Year Festival
Cultural celebration featuring food, performances, and family activities held annually at Steele Indian School Park or Hance Park in Phoenix
activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 5
- Award scholarshipsAwards scholarships to students, funded in part by proceeds from merchandise sales.
- Organize the annual Chinese New Year Festival Community Festival & Event OrganizationCoordinates and hosts the annual Chinese New Year Festival, which includes cultural programs, a banquet, raffles, and silent auctions. The festival has been held at various locations in Phoenix since 1991, including Patriots’ Park, the Chinese Cultural Center, Margaret T. Hance Park, and Steele Indian School Park.
- Organize volunteer opportunities Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementOrganizes volunteer opportunities for the Chinese New Year Festival.
- Provide Chinese cultural education and outreach Chinese Language and Cultural EducationEducates the community and younger generations about Chinese traditions and heritage through programs and demonstrations such as Chinese Painting, Calligraphy, Paper Crafts, Paper Folding, Writing Lessons, and Language Lessons. This outreach extends to schools, corporations, and communities outside the greater Phoenix area.
- Sponsor an annual Art Contest Student Art and Design CompetitionsSponsors an annual Art Contest for students to express their knowledge of Chinese culture through art, with contests held in 2025 and 2026.
strategies · 3
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.
- Generating Revenue for Community Support through Merchandise Sales revenue-generating community support unique to this orgThe organization generates funding for its festival operations, scholarships, and broader community outreach initiatives by selling merchandise. This strategy ensures financial sustainability for its programs and contributions to the community.
- Promoting Chinese Cultural Awareness and Diversity through Education and Outreach cultural_education_and_outreach unique to this orgPhoenix Chinese Week promotes cultural diversity and preserves Chinese culture by engaging community members in sharing knowledge, offering educational opportunities to schools and corporations, and fostering intergenerational learning. This approach aims to increase understanding and appreciation of Chinese cultural arts within the wider community.
- Showcasing Cultural Charm through Events cultural_showcase unique to this orgThe organization focuses on showcasing the charm of Chinese culture through various events, serving as a platform for cultural expression and appreciation.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$41K
Contributions & grants$15K36%
Program service revenue$27K64%
Investment income$150%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$40K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$82K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$82K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue +763.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
relationships · 10
who they work with
- American Legion Post #50 Partner — Involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- Chengdu Sister City Committee Partner — Involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- Chinese Restaurant Association of Arizona Partner — Assisted in holding the first festival in 1991 and is involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- Chinese United Association of Greater Phoenix Partner — Assisted in holding the first festival in 1991 and is involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- Desert Jade Woman’s Club Partner — Involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- Mango Rabbit Partner — Designated pickup hub for PCW online merchandise shop and offers a 10% discount to supporters during the partnership period.
- Next Weekly AZ Partner — Provided photo credit for scholarship winners and published an article about the organization's Lunar New Year banquet.
- Phoenix Sister Cities Commission Partner — Co-sponsored the first festival in 1991 and is involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- Taipei Sister City Committee Partner — Involved in organizing the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival.
- The 8 Foundation Partner — Collaborated with The 8 Foundation for youth volunteer performances.