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ARIZONA HEROES MEMORIAL INC
Tucson, AZ · EIN 823335469 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · azheroesmemorial.org
revenue
$107K
expenses
$62K
net assets
$208K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

CONSTRUCTION OF A LIVING MEMORIAL DEDICA

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Heroes Memorial is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and educating the public about the service and sacrifice of Arizona's heroes, including veterans, first responders, and healthcare workers. Located on 2.5 acres in Oro Valley, Arizona, it features symbolic art, monuments, and landscaping. The memorial opened in November 2024 and serves as a place for reflection, remembrance, and community engagement.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Winter Wreath Display
A 12-day public event in December featuring wreath displays to honor heroes and raise awareness
End of Year Giving Opportunity
Annual fundraising campaign in November–December to support memorial operations and maintenance
Forever Brick Program
Allows individuals to honor active military, veterans, first responders, or healthcare workers by purchasing a brick for placement in the Legacy Garden area of the memorial
Legacy Tree Program
Offers a $5,000 sponsorship for a tree with a bronze plaque at the base, providing a sustainable tribute to heroes
OVCC Charity Classic Fundraising Event
An off-site golf tournament held in December to raise funds for the memorial
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Veteran and First Responder Recognition Ceremonies 3 activities
    • Host annual Winter Wreath Display
      Hosts an annual 12-day Winter Wreath Display event from December 13 to 25 at the Arizona Heroes Memorial.
    • Memorial Recognition Programs
      Offers sponsorships for service walls dedicated to various military branches, first responders, healthcare workers, public health, and NOAA, and provides "Forever Bricks" for placement in the Legacy Garden to honor active military personnel, veterans, first responders, or healthcare workers.
    • Offer memorial recognition opportunities
      Offers sponsorships for service walls dedicated to various military branches, first responders, healthcare workers, public health, and NOAA, and provides "Forever Bricks" for placement in the Legacy Garden area of the Memorial to honor active military personnel, veterans, first responders, or healthcare workers.
  • Charity Golf Tournament 2 activities
    • Conduct annual fundraising campaigns
      Conducts an annual End of Year Giving Opportunity campaign during November and December and organizes an annual off-site golf tournament fundraising event.
    • Fundraising Campaigns and Events
      Conducts annual End of Year Giving Opportunity campaigns, organizes an annual off-site golf tournament fundraising event, and launched a capital campaign to raise funds for memorial construction.
  • Memorial Development & Installation 2 activities
    • Operate the Arizona Heroes Memorial
      Operates the Arizona Heroes Memorial, which officially opened in 2024, to honor veterans, first responders, and healthcare workers. The organization also seeks volunteers to support its operations.
    • Operate the Arizona Heroes Memorial
      Operates the Arizona Heroes Memorial, which officially opened in 2024, to honor veterans, first responders, and healthcare workers. The organization also seeks volunteers to support its operations.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Commemorate significant dates for heroes
      Acknowledges and honors National Medal of Honor Day, pays tribute to Vietnam War Veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, commemorates the establishment of the U.S. Navy Seabees, and acknowledges Law Enforcement Officer Appreciation Day.
    • Host Commemorative Events and Displays
      Hosts an annual 12-day Winter Wreath Display from December 13 to 25 and acknowledges various commemorative days such as National Medal of Honor Day, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, US Navy Seabees birthday, and Law Enforcement Officer Appreciation Day.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$107K
Contributions & grants$107K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$62K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$33K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$209K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$208K
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +221.5%
relationships · 14

who they work with

  • CAID Industries Partner — Partnered for engineering efforts.
  • CAID Industries Partner — Supporting sponsor contributing to engineering efforts for the memorial.
  • Dr. Richard Carmona Partner — Honorary Chair of Arizona Heroes Memorial
  • Fry’s Partner — Participates in the Fry’s Community Rewards program, allowing supporters to earn rewards for the nonprofit with eligible purchases using their Fry’s VIP card.
  • OVCC Partner — Collaborates with OVCC for a Charity Classic Fundraising Event, an off-site golf tournament.
  • Schneider Structural Partner — Design and structural engineering partner for the memorial construction.
  • Schneider Structural Partner — Partnered as part of the construction team.
  • Spencer Construction Partner — General Contractor and premier sponsor for the construction of the Arizona Heroes Memorial.
  • Spencer Construction Partner — General Contractor and premier sponsor, leading construction from demo to completion.
  • Town of Oro Valley Government — Provided 2.58 acres of land for the memorial and supported its development.
  • Town of Oro Valley Partner — Received allocation of 2.58 acres of land from the town for the memorial.
  • US Navy Seabees Partner — Honors the US Navy Seabees and their contributions during World War II and beyond as part of its recognition of military service.
  • WLB Group Partner — Primary sponsor for engineering efforts and leading final designs for the memorial.
  • WLB Group Partner — Primary sponsor supporting engineering efforts and construction partnership.