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Friends of Coconino County Parks Inc
Flagstaff, AZ · EIN 261895142 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE N02 · Recreation & Sports · Micro (<$100K) · www.friendsofcocoparks.org
revenue
$6K
expenses
$7K
net assets
$80K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

THE FRIENDS OF COCONINO COUNTY PARKS (FCCP) SUPPORT THE COCONINO COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT'S EFFORTS IN LAND CONSERVATION, PARK DEVELOPMENT, VOLUNTEERISM AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. FCCP PROVIDES PRIVATE SECTOR FUNDING TO BENEFIT THE PARKS, FACILITATE VOLUNTEERISM AND PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR COOPERATIVE WORK EFFORTS, AND ADVOCATE FOR PARKS AND OPEN SPACE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Friends of Coconino County Parks Inc is a nonprofit organization supporting Coconino County Parks and Recreation Department's initiatives in Arizona. The organization provides private funding for park development, conservation, and recreational programs, facilitates volunteerism, and builds partnerships to enhance public access to parks and open spaces. It funds infrastructure projects and community events within Coconino County.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Coconino County Park Bike Repair Stands
Fabrication and installation of bike repair stands across Coconino County parks to support recreational cycling.
Explore Your Park
Monthly outdoor recreation series featuring guided walks, snowshoe hikes, and mountain bike rides to promote park engagement.
Flagstaff Snow Play
Winter recreational program at Fort Tuthill County Park offering snow play activities for families and children.
Fort Tuthill Legacy Project
Multi-year revitalization initiative at Fort Tuthill County Park funded by a $140,800 grant from OneAZ Credit Union, including construction of ramadas and other infrastructure improvements.
Par 4 The Parks - Charity Disc Golf Tournament
Annual fundraising disc golf tournament supporting Coconino County Parks and Recreation.
Summer Concert in the Park Series
Partnership with the City of Flagstaff PROSE Team to host summer concerts in county parks.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Trail Construction & Maintenance 11 activities
    • Construction and installation of park infrastructure
      Plans, funds, and completes construction of park infrastructure including ramadas, shade structures, bike repair stands, and trail signage at Coconino County Parks, with recent projects at Fort Tuthill and Sawmill County Parks. Funded installations of bike repair stands across all county parks and completed sustainable shade structures.
    • Developing and improving park infrastructure
      Funds and constructs park amenities such as ramadas, shade structures, bike repair stands, and signage for trails within Coconino County Parks, including specific projects at Fort Tuthill and Sawmill County Park.
    • Developing and improving park infrastructure
      Funds, plans, and constructs various park amenities, including ramadas/shade structures, bike repair stands, and signage for trails within Coconino County Parks.
    • Fort Tuthill Legacy Grant Project Implementation
      Leading the Fort Tuthill Legacy Grant project, including funding and planning for a ramada as part of the Fort Tuthill Master Plan, with a ribbon-cutting event marking the kickoff. This includes planning for a shade structure near the Bike Park and receiving $140,800 in funding from OneAZ for a three-year revitalization effort.
    • Funding park and recreation projects
      Provides grants and funding for specific projects within Coconino County Parks and Recreation, including a three-year revitalization project and a segment of the Flagstaff Loop Trail.
    • Funding trail development
      Awards grants to Coconino County Parks and Recreation to support the completion of trail segments, such as a $5,000 grant for segment 20 of the Flagstaff Loop Trail.
    • Grant acquisition and funding for park development
      Secures and administers grants to support park revitalization and trail development, including a $140,800 Legacy Grant from OneAZ, a $10,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life, and a $5,000 grant for completion of segment 20 of the Flagstaff Loop Trail.
    • Installation of Park Infrastructure
      Funding and installing key park infrastructure across Coconino County, including bike repair stands at all county parks, signage for Soldiers' Trail at Fort Tuthill, and sustainable shade structures such as the Ponderosa Ramada at Sawmill County Park.
    • Park Infrastructure Development and Improvement
      Develops and improves park infrastructure by funding and constructing amenities such as ramadas, shade structures, bike repair stands, and signage in Coconino County Parks, including specific projects at Fort Tuthill and Sawmill County Park.
    • Trail Development Grants
      Awards grants to Coconino County Parks and Recreation for trail development projects, such as a $5,000 grant to complete segment 20 of the Flagstaff Loop Trail.
    • Trail Development and Funding
      Providing grant funding to support trail development, including awarding $5,000 to Coconino County Parks and Recreation to complete segment 20 of the Flagstaff Loop Trail.
  • Charity Golf Tournament 10 activities
    • Benefit Concert Sponsorship
      Sponsoring benefit concerts featuring notable performers such as The Gin Blossoms and Carlos Nakai to mobilize resources and support for county parks.
    • Coconino County Fair Beer Garden Operation
      Operating the Beer Garden at the Coconino County Fair as part of its event and fundraising activities.
    • Community Event Organization and Fundraising
      Organizes and operates various community events to raise awareness and funds for Coconino County Parks and Recreation, including the "Par 4 The Parks- Charity Disc Golf Tournament," the Coconino County Fair Beer Garden, the Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival, and the Coconino County Fair Homebrew Competition.
    • Community Recreation Events and Fundraisers
      Organizing and operating community events to support parks and raise public awareness, including the "Par 4 The Parks" charity disc golf tournament, the Coconino County Fair Homebrew Competition, and the annual Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival, which the organization conceptualized and independently produced.
    • Event organization and fundraising initiatives
      Conceptualizes, launches, and operates major annual events including the Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival, Coconino County Fair Homebrew Competition, and the “Par 4 The Parks” charity disc golf tournament to raise funds and awareness for Coconino County Parks and Recreation. Also sponsors benefit concerts featuring notable artists.
    • Fundraising for park initiatives
      Organizes fundraising events such as the "Par 4 The Parks- Charity Disc Golf Tournament" and sponsors benefit concerts to raise funds for Coconino County Parks and Recreation.
    • Operating recreational facilities and events
      Operates Flagstaff Snow Play, a winter recreation area, and organizes various events such as the Coconino County Fair Beer Garden, the Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival, and the Coconino County Fair Homebrew Competition.
    • Operation of fairground facilities
      Operates the Beer Garden at the Coconino County Fair, contributing to event programming and visitor experience at the annual fair.
    • Organizing community events and festivals
      Conceptualizes, launches, and produces various community events, including the annual Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival, the Coconino County Fair Homebrew Competition, and operates the Beer Garden at the Coconino County Fair.
    • Organizing fundraising and awareness events
      Organizes events like the "Par 4 The Parks- Charity Disc Golf Tournament" and sponsors benefit concerts to raise awareness and funds for Coconino County Parks and Recreation.
  • Guided Community Hiking Programs 8 activities
    • Developing outdoor recreation series
      Developed and offers a monthly outdoor recreation series called "Explore Your County Parks," which includes guided walks, snowshoe hikes, and mountain bike rides.
    • Guided Outdoor Recreation Series
      Developing and leading a monthly outdoor recreation series called "Explore Your County Parks," featuring guided walks, snowshoe hikes, and mountain bike rides to promote public engagement with local parks.
    • Hosting outdoor recreation series
      Develops and offers a monthly outdoor recreation series called "Explore Your County Parks," which includes guided walks, snowshoe hikes, and mountain bike rides.
    • Management of recreational programs and facilities
      Operates seasonal and ongoing recreational facilities including Flagstaff Snow Play at Fort Tuthill County Park and organizes guided outdoor recreation through the “Explore Your County Parks” series, featuring hikes, snowshoeing, and mountain biking.
    • Operating winter recreation activities
      Operates Flagstaff Snow Play, a winter recreation area located within Fort Tuthill County Park.
    • Operation of Seasonal Recreation Programs
      Operating Flagstaff Snow Play, a designated winter recreation area within Fort Tuthill County Park, providing seasonal public access and outdoor engagement opportunities.
    • Outdoor Recreation Series
      Develops and leads a monthly outdoor recreation series called "Explore Your County Parks," offering guided activities such as walks, snowshoe hikes, and mountain bike rides.
    • Winter Recreation Area Operation
      Operates Flagstaff Snow Play, a winter recreation area located within Fort Tuthill County Park.
  • Youth Nature & Tech Education Resources 5 activities
    • Providing nature and literacy-based youth programs
      Delivers nine-week nature and literacy-based afterschool programs for youth, such as those provided to 15 children aged 8-10 from Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School, supported by grants.
    • Providing youth nature and literacy programs
      Conducts nature and literacy-based afterschool programs for youth, serving approximately 15 children aged 8-10 from Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School.
    • Youth Nature and Literacy Programs
      Provides nature and literacy-based afterschool programs for youth, including a nine-week program for 15 children aged 8-10 from Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School, supported by grants.
    • Youth Outdoor and Literacy Programs
      Delivering nature- and literacy-based programming for youth, including a nine-week afterschool program for 15 children ages 8–10 from Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School, supported by a $10,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life.
    • Youth education and enrichment programs
      Conducts nature- and literacy-based afterschool and enrichment programs for youth, including a nine-week program for 15 children aged 8–10 from Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Benefit Concert Sponsorship
      Sponsors benefit concerts featuring musical artists like The Gin Blossoms and Carlos Nakai.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$6K
Contributions & grants$6K99%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$571%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$7K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$80K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$80K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • City of Flagstaff PROSE Team Partner — Partnered to bring the Summer Concert in the Park Series to Coconino County.
  • Coconino County Parks & Recreation Partner — Partners on projects identified in the Fort Tuthill Master Plan, including the Fort Tuthill Legacy Grant project and the installation of bike repair stands and a ramada.
  • Coconino County Parks and Recreation Partner — Participated in National Trails Day with the organization.
  • Coconino County Parks and Recreation Department Partner — Supports the department's efforts in land conservation, park development, volunteerism, and recreational activities.
  • Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School Partner — Partnered on a nine-week nature and literacy-based program for youth.
  • New York Life Funder — Awarded a $10,000 Community Impact Grant to provide nature- and literacy-based afterschool programs.
  • OneAZ Funder — Awarded a $140,800 Legacy Grant for a revitalization project.
  • OneAZ Credit Union Funder — Provided funding for several projects, including a Ramada, as part of the Fort Tuthill Legacy Grant project.
  • Parks and Recreation Department Partner — Partnered to obtain a grant for "Let's Get Out in the Woods" program.
  • R Entertainment North Partner — Partnered to launch the Flagstaff BBQ and Brews Festival.
  • US Forest Services Funder — Provided a grant through their “More Kids in the Woods Program” for "Let’s Get Out in the Woods" activities.
  • Willow Bend Environmental Education Center Partner — Partnered to obtain a grant for "Let's Get Out in the Woods" program.