named programs · 3 · from sources
what they call their work
Annual Conference
Two-day statewide conference for tactical officers with vendor exhibitions, training, and interagency collaboration opportunities.
C.N.T. Annual Competition & Conference
Annual event featuring tactical competitions and professional development for crisis negotiation and tactical teams.
Free Training Programs
Offers no-cost training to members including Basic SWAT Operator Schools, sniper operations, Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS), low-light tactics, AR-15/M16 armorer’s certification, defensive tactics, and night vision/thermal imaging courses.
activities · 3 clusters
what they do
-
Regional Coordination Networks 3 activities
- Build strategic partnerships and leadership in tactical communityDevelops strategic collaborations through board leadership roles, including regional representation, treasurer duties, and active participation in state and national forums to advance professional development and coordination within Arizona’s tactical community.
- Building strategic partnershipsBuilds strategic partnerships to support Arizona's tactical community.
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and professional networkingProvides a platform for tactical officers to share operational lessons, discuss equipment challenges, coordinate training opportunities, and strengthen interagency connections across Arizona.
-
-
Emergency Services Professional Conferences & Training Events 3 activities
- Facilitating knowledge exchange and networkingProvides a platform for tactical officers to exchange knowledge, share lessons learned, discuss equipment challenges, and connect on training opportunities.
- Host annual tactical training conferences and competitionsOrganizes and hosts annual multi-day events, including the C.N.T. Annual Competition & Conference and a February conference with vendor participation, providing structured opportunities for tactical officers to gather, compete, and engage with equipment and training vendors.
- Hosting conferences and competitionsHosts annual conferences and competitions, such as a two-day annual conference and the C.N.T. Annual Competition & Conference, for tactical officers.
-
-
Uncategorized 6 activities
- Build strategic partnerships and support professional development in Arizona’s tactical communityFosters collaboration across agencies and promotes leadership development through board member engagement, representation in national forums, and sustained involvement in professional associations like the Arizona Tactical Officers Association (ATOA).
- Deliver free tactical training programsOffers no-cost training to members in specialized areas including Basic SWAT Operator Schools, sniper operations, Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS), low-light tactics, AR-15/M16 armorer’s certification, SWAT defensive tactics, and night vision/thermal imaging.
- Deliver free tactical training programs to law enforcement membersProvides no-cost training to tactical officers in specialized areas including Basic SWAT Operator Schools, sniper operations, Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS), low-light tactics, AR-15/M16 armorer’s certification, SWAT defensive tactics, and night vision/thermal imaging.
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and professional networking among tactical officersOperates as a platform for tactical officers to share lessons learned, discuss equipment challenges, explore training opportunities, and strengthen interagency connections.
- Host annual tactical training conferences and competitionsOrganizes and hosts annual events such as the two-day conference on February 18–19, 2026, and the C.N.T. Annual Competition & Conference on April 14, 2026, which include vendor participation and structured training components.
- Providing training for tactical officersOffers free training to members on various tactical topics including SWAT operations, sniper operations, tactical emergency medical support, low-light tactics, armorer’s certification, defensive tactics, and night vision/thermal imaging courses.
-
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$142K
Contributions & grants$45K32%
Program service revenue$87K62%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$102K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$135K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$135K
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +167.3%
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Arizona Auto Theft Investigators Association Partner — Marcus Patterson previously served in executive board roles with this organization.
- Arizona Chiefs of Police Association Partner — Provides information about its activities to the association.
- Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association Partner — Marcus Patterson previously served in executive board roles with this organization.
- FBI Partner — Lieutenant Selvidge is a graduate of the FBI Crisis Negotiations School and the FBI National Academy. Lieutenant Carrion instructs regularly in the FBI Basic Negotiator School.
- National Tactical Officers Association Partner — Partner organization providing training resources and a forum for tactics and information exchange
- National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) Partner — Lieutenant David Selvidge is an instructor with NTOA, teaching courses in SWAT Command and Patrol Critical Incident Supervision.
- Peoria Police Department Partner — The organization was founded out of a conversation at their firearms range.