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CACTUS & PINE GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860540188 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.cactusandpine.com
revenue
$261K
expenses
$258K
net assets
$22K
employees
1
volunteers
10
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION IS DEDICATED TO ENHANCING THE PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION OF ITS MEMBERS THROUGH EDUCATION, LEADERSHIP, COLLABORATION, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Cactus & Pine Golf Course Superintendents Association is a professional association representing golf course superintendents and turfgrass management professionals in Arizona. It promotes environmental stewardship, particularly water conservation, through education, advocacy, and collaboration with state agencies like the Arizona Department of Water Resources. The organization supports its members via professional development, government relations, and initiatives such as the Water Conservation Task Force.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $0
    THE ASSOCIATION PROVIDES RECREATIONAL, CAMARADERIE AND SOCIAL EVENTS AND TOURNAMENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR FOR THE MEMBERS, THEIR STAFFS, AND FAMILIES.
  2. #2 $0
    THE ASSOCIATION PROVIDES GOVERNANCE, COMMUNICATION, AND AWARENESS EVENTS FOR THE MEMBERS, SUCH AS GOLF DAY AT THE CAPITOL. IT ALSO FUNDS STUDIES FOR THE INDUSTRY ON ERMERGING ISSUES. IN 2022, THE ASSOCIATION RECEIVED A GRANT TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON IRRIGATED TURF. THE STUDY PROVIDED THIRD PARTY VERIFICATION OF ACREAGE TO ASSIST THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES IN DETERMINING WATER BUDGETS.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Developed in collaboration with industry partners, this guide provides standards and recommendations on irrigation, water quality, nutrient management, pest control, and other environmental practices for golf courses in Arizona
Scholarship + Research Committee
Supports education and research in turfgrass management through scholarships and research initiatives for students and professionals
Water Conservation Task Force
Promotes water conservation and management goals for the Arizona golf industry in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Water Resources; educates stakeholders on golf’s beneficial use of natural resources
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Member Representation in Organizational Decision-Making 4 activities
    • Board guidance and strategic input
      Provides insight and feedback to the Board of Directors to inform strategic decision-making and guide the chapter’s direction for the benefit of all members.
    • Board guidance and strategic input
      Provides insight and feedback to the Board of Directors to inform strategic decision-making and guide the chapter’s direction for the benefit of all members.
    • Board guidance and strategic input
      Provides insight and feedback to the Board of Directors to inform strategic decision-making and guide the chapter's direction for the benefit of all members.
    • Board guidance and strategic input
      Provides insight and feedback to the Board of Directors to inform strategic decisions and guide the chapter’s direction for the benefit of all members.
  • Golf Industry Advocacy & Representation 4 activities
    • Guidance and Best Practices for Golf Course Management
      The organization guides its chapter by providing insight and feedback to the Board of Directors and published the Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide in May 2019.
    • Publication of Best Management Practices Guide
      Published the Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide in May 2019 to promote industry standards and support professional practice among members.
    • Publication of Best Management Practices Guide
      Published the Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide in May 2019 to promote industry standards and support professional practice among golf course superintendents.
    • Publication of Best Management Practices Guide
      Published the Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide in May 2019 to promote industry standards and support professional development among members.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 4 activities
    • Member directory publication
      Produces and distributes an annual membership directory in physical or digital format to support member connectivity and communication.
    • Member directory publication
      Distributes an annual membership directory in physical or digital format to all members to support networking and communication within the organization.
    • Membership directory distribution
      Produces and distributes an annual membership directory in physical or digital format to all members to support networking and communication within the organization.
    • Membership directory distribution
      Produces and distributes an annual membership directory in physical or digital format to all members, supporting networking and communication within the organization.
  • Member-to-Member Equipment Exchange 3 activities
    • Member exchange platform operation
      Operates an online exchange platform where members can post 'For Sale' and 'Wanted' listings to facilitate the swapping or acquisition of items.
    • Member exchange platform operation
      Operates an online exchange platform enabling members to post 'For Sale' and 'Wanted' listings to facilitate item swaps within the association.
    • Member exchange platform operation
      Operates an online exchange platform where members can post 'For Sale' and 'Wanted' listings to facilitate item swaps and equipment transactions.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Member Communication and Resources
      The organization provides an annual membership directory to all members, available in both physical and digital formats, and operates an exchange platform for members to post 'For Sale' and 'Wanted' listings for item swaps.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$261K
Contributions & grants$25K10%
Program service revenue$236K90%
Investment income$2820%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$258K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$86K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$22K
Cash$16K
Investments$6K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$22K
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2022 · YoY revenue +22.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
CARMELLA RUGGIERO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $72K
board members · 11
  • ANDREW HITCHCOCK — VICE PRESIDENT
  • BRANDON REESE — DIRECTOR
  • CHUCK HYPPA — DIRECTOR
  • CURTIS TYRRELL — DIRECTOR
  • ERNIE POCK — PRESIDENT
  • JIM BROUGHTON — DIRECTOR
  • MARC SNYDER — PAST PRESIDENT
  • MATT RUSCH — SECRETARY
  • PAUL SCHIEFFER — DIRECTOR
  • PETER FERLICCA — DIRECTOR
  • ROB COLLINS — TREASURER
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • Arizona Alliance for Golf Coalition — Member of a coalition dedicated to unifying and protecting the game of golf in Arizona
  • Arizona Alliance for Golf (AAG) Partner — Unifies local allied associations, non-profits, private industry and consumers to speak with one voice for the purpose of protecting Arizona’s golf industry.
  • Arizona Department of Water Resources Government — Collaborates with the state agency on water conservation and management goals
  • Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) Government — Promotes the water conservation and management goals of the ADWR.
  • Carmella Partner — Contact person for requesting the Annual Membership Directory.
  • Carmella Partner — Point of contact for submitting Exchange listings
  • Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Partner — Provides tools and information for environmental stewardship, including water conservation, through its Environment Hub.
  • USGA Water Resource Center Partner — Provides water-related information for golfers, facilities, and communities.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Collaborated on the "Contribution of the Golf Industry to the Arizona Industry in 2014" report.
  • University of Arizona Turfgrass Research, Education and Extension Partner — Provides research reports related to turfgrass.
  • University of California Riverside Turfgrass Research and Extension Partner — Provides research reports related to water conservation and salinity management in turfgrass.