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TUCSON RODEO COMMITTEE INC
TUCSON, AZ · EIN 860579801 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.tucsonrodeo.com
revenue
$2.3M
expenses
$1.7M
net assets
$2.6M
employees
36
program ratio
93%
mission · from form 990

TO SUPPORT TUCSON, ARIZONA THROUGH THE SPORT OF RODEO BY PRODUCING A HIGH QUALITY PROFESSIONAL RODEO EVENT WHICH PROMOTES THE TRADITION AND CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE COMMNUNITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Tucson Rodeo Committee Inc. organizes and hosts the annual "La Fiesta De Los Vaqueros" rodeo in Tucson, Arizona. This event features various rodeo competitions such as bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. The organization manages all aspects of the rodeo, including event operations, contestant management, and results dissemination.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Bunkhouse Beer Garden
A designated area for beer sales and VIP experiences during the rodeo.
Coors Barn Dance
A special event associated with the rodeo, supported by Coors.
La Fiesta De Los Vaqueros
An annual professional rodeo event featuring competitions in bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding.
Ultimate VIP
A premium spectator experience offered during the rodeo.
Vaquero Club
A club or membership program associated with the rodeo.
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Annual Rodeo Event Production 12 activities
    • Flag Team Performances
      Operates a flag team that performs choreographed routines with flags, showcasing the spirit and heritage of the rodeo.
    • Maintaining Rodeo History and Engagement
      Maintains the history and engagement of the rodeo by operating a flag team that performs choreographed routines, posting daily results and photos of event winners, and previously operating a fan club.
    • Maintaining Rodeo History and Engagement
      Maintains the history and engagement of the rodeo by operating a flag team that performs choreographed routines, posting daily results and photos of event winners, and previously operating a fan club.
    • Maintaining Rodeo History and Public Information
      Documents and shares the history of the Tucson Rodeo, including its establishment in 1925 and early events, and provides current information such as daily results and photos of event winners on its website.
    • Operating a Flag Team
      Operates a flag team that performs choreographed routines with flags, showcasing the spirit and heritage of the rodeo during events.
    • Organizing and Hosting La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Rodeo
      Organizes and hosts the annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros rodeo, featuring various competitions such as bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. The event has expanded to six performance days and accommodates 11,000 spectators.
    • Organizing and Hosting La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Rodeo
      Organizes and hosts the annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros rodeo, featuring various competitions such as bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. The event has expanded to six performance days and accommodates 11,000 spectators.
    • Organizing and Hosting La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Rodeo
      Organizes and hosts the annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros rodeo, featuring various competitions such as bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. The event has expanded to six performance days and accommodates 11,000 spectators.
    • Organizing and Hosting the Tucson Rodeo (La Fiesta de los Vaqueros)
      Organizes and hosts the annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros rodeo event, featuring various competitions such as bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. The event has expanded to six performance days and accommodates 11,000 spectators.
    • Rodeo Fan Club Management
      Operated a fan club during the most recent rodeo season.
    • Rodeo Fan Club Operation
      Operated a fan club during the most recent rodeo season.
    • Rodeo Flag Team Operation
      Operates a flag team that performs choreographed routines with flags, showcasing the spirit and heritage of the rodeo.
  • Rodeo Event Operations & Attendee Services 7 activities
    • Fundraising and Sponsorship for Rodeo Operations
      Funds various aspects of the Tucson Rodeo, including competition, entertainment, and community programs, through sponsor support and the sale of official collectible posters.
    • Supporting Rodeo Operations
      Supports the Tucson Rodeo's operations and programs through various means, including selling official collectible posters, securing sponsor funding, and utilizing volunteers for event setup, ticketing, and performance support.
    • Supporting Rodeo Operations
      Supports the Tucson Rodeo's operations and programs through various means, including selling official collectible posters, securing sponsor funding, and utilizing volunteers for event setup, ticketing, and performance support.
    • Supporting Rodeo Operations and Programs
      Funds various aspects of the Tucson Rodeo, including competition, entertainment, and community programs, through sponsor support and the sale of official collectible posters. The organization also utilizes volunteers for event setup, ticketing, and support during performances.
    • Supporting Rodeo Operations and Programs
      Supports the Tucson Rodeo's operations and programs through various means, including selling official collectible posters and securing sponsorships. This funding contributes to competition, entertainment, and community programs.
    • Volunteer Management
      Utilizes volunteers to assist with event setup, ticketing, and support during rodeo performances to ensure the smooth operation of the Tucson Rodeo.
    • Volunteer Management
      Utilizes volunteers to assist with event setup, ticketing, and support during rodeo performances to ensure the smooth operation of the Tucson Rodeo.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$2.28M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$2.24M98%
Investment income$13K1%
Other revenue$26K
expenses
Total expenses$1.68M
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$308K
Grants paid out$21K
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$2.59M
Cash$2.15M
Investments$0
Liabilities$8K
Net assets$2.58M
Liquid reserves15.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +12.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 9
  • ANDREW MORAN — DIRECTOR
  • COURTNEY ELLIS — DIRECTOR
  • ELIZABETH JORDAN — SECRETARY
  • JOHN FLANAGAN — DIRECTOR
  • JOSE CALDERON — CHAIRMAN
  • MICHAEL PAYNE — DIRECTOR
  • SAMUEL MERRIMAN — VICE CHAIRMAN
  • SCOTT SELL — DIRECTOR
  • TOM DAVENPORT — TREASURER
relationships · 18

who they work with

  • Andrews Rodeo Partner — Sub-Contractor for the rodeo event.
  • Andrews Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for stock.
  • Andrews Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for the rodeo events.
  • Beutler & Son Rodeo Partner — Stock Contractor for the rodeo event.
  • Beutler & Son Rodeo Partner — Stock Contractor for the rodeo events.
  • Beutler & Son Rodeo Partner — Stock contractor for the rodeo events.
  • Desert Diamond Casino Partner — Collaborates with Tucson Rodeo Committee Inc to provide hotel accommodations for rodeo attendees
  • Diamond G Rodeo Partner — Sub-Contractor for the rodeo event.
  • Diamond G Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for stock.
  • Diamond G Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for the rodeo events.
  • Leighton Kramer Partner — Conceptualized the inaugural event.
  • Powder River Rodeo Partner — Sub-Contractor for the rodeo event.
  • Powder River Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for stock.
  • Powder River Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for the rodeo events.
  • Salt River Rodeo Partner — Sub-Contractor for the rodeo event.
  • Salt River Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for stock.
  • Salt River Rodeo Partner — Sub-contractor for the rodeo events.
  • Tucson Rodeo Partner — Sponsors partner with the Tucson Rodeo to support the event and receive visibility in return.