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PHOENIX COMMUNITY ALLIANCE
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860492098 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE S210 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.phoenixcommunityalliance.com
revenue
$351K
expenses
$376K
net assets
$-514K
employees
0
volunteers
53
program ratio
50%
mission · from form 990

TO CREATE A DYNAMIC DOWNTOWN 21ST CENTURY PHOENIX THROUGH COMMUNITY PLANNING AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESS, EDUCATION, ARTS, AND CULTURE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Phoenix Community Alliance is a business-led nonprofit advocating for urban revitalization and inclusive economic development in downtown Phoenix. The organization convenes public and private stakeholders to advance initiatives in housing, transportation, education, and the arts. It plays a key role in shaping policy, securing funding for major infrastructure projects, and supporting equitable community development across central Phoenix.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Creative City Series
Convenes Phoenix’s business and creative communities to explore collaborations between artists and commerce to drive innovation, placemaking, and economic development.
ED Talk Series
Ongoing dialogue series led by PCA’s Education Committee that engages educators and business leaders to identify ways the private sector can support public education in downtown Phoenix.
Margaret T. Hance Park Revitalization Project
Public-private partnership to revitalize Hance Park with a $100 million investment, funded through public and private sources and led by PCA in coalition with city agencies and the Hance Park Conservancy.
McDowell Road Revitalization Committee
Initiative focused on economic and urban revitalization along the McDowell Road corridor, including support for zoning changes, off-site alcohol sales, and grant applications for planning and design.
Vision Zero Road Safety Action Plan
Advocacy and implementation effort to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries through policy, infrastructure improvements, and a proposed $10 million annual funding allocation.
activities · 9 groups

what they do

  • Member Networking & Communication Services 6 activities
    • Capacity building through member resources and events
      Provides members with access to information, networking, and engagement opportunities through committees, events, and digital tools to enhance their business and community impact.
    • Member Engagement and Information Sharing
      Connects and informs members through various activities including VIP events, quarterly meetings, workshops, community forums, and digital communications, providing access to information and opportunities to positively affect their businesses and community impact.
    • Member Engagement and Information Sharing
      Connects and informs members through various activities including VIP events, quarterly meetings, workshops, community forums, and a range of digital communications, while also promoting members through its website and social media.
    • Member Engagement and Information Sharing
      Connects and informs members through a variety of activities including VIP events, quarterly meetings, workshops, community forums, and digital communications, providing access to information and opportunities to affect their businesses and community impact.
    • Member Engagement and Information Sharing
      Connects and informs members through various activities including VIP events, quarterly meetings, workshops, community forums, and digital communications, providing access to information and opportunities to affect their businesses and community impact.
    • Member engagement and networking programs
      Connects members through mingles, workshops, new member orientation, a member-to-member program, quarterly meetings, community forums, member-hosted events, volunteer programs, and a digital member portal to foster collaboration and business impact.
  • Public-Private Infrastructure Development 5 activities
    • Development of affordable and supportive housing units
      Supported the development of over 15,000 housing units in Downtown Phoenix since 2000, with more than 11,000 delivered through public-private partnerships. The organization played a key role in advancing housing development as part of urban revitalization efforts.
    • Facilitating Public-Private Partnerships for Urban Development
      Launches and supports public-private partnerships to catalyze new development, particularly in Downtown Phoenix, contributing to urban vitality and the creation of over 15,000 housing units since 2000, including the Human Services Campus for homelessness.
    • Facilitating Public-Private Partnerships for Urban Development
      Launches and supports public-private partnerships to catalyze new development, particularly in Downtown Phoenix, contributing to urban vitality and the creation of over 15,000 housing units since 2000, including the Human Services Campus for homelessness.
    • Facilitating Public-Private Partnerships for Urban Development
      Launches and supports public-private partnerships to catalyze new development, particularly in Downtown Phoenix, contributing to urban vitality and the creation of over 15,000 housing units since 2000, including the Human Services Campus for homelessness.
    • Public-private partnerships for downtown development
      Launched and facilitated public-private partnerships that catalyzed new development in Downtown Phoenix, contributing to urban vitality and economic growth in collaboration with City of Phoenix officials.
  • Transportation Funding & Policy Advocacy 4 activities
    • Advocating for Enhanced Municipal Services
      Was the driving force behind the establishment of the Enhanced Municipal Services District (EMSD) and advocates for initiatives to boost multi-modal transportation options.
    • Advocating for Enhanced Municipal Services
      Was the driving force behind the establishment of the Enhanced Municipal Services District (EMSD) and advocates for initiatives to boost multi-modal transportation options.
    • Advocating for Enhanced Municipal Services
      Was the driving force behind the establishment of the Enhanced Municipal Services District (EMSD) and advocates for initiatives to boost multi-modal transportation options.
    • Establishment of the Enhanced Municipal Services District (EMSD)
      Was the driving force behind the creation of the EMSD, a special services district aimed at improving public safety, cleanliness, and maintenance in downtown Phoenix.
  • Member Recognition Awards 4 activities
    • Annual recognition of community contributors
      Presents a Champion Award and Newcomer Award annually through the reimagined Center City Awards since 2020, recognizing individuals who advance the quality of life and renaissance of Central Phoenix.
    • Recognizing Community Contributions
      Recognizes individuals for advancing the quality of life and renaissance of Central Phoenix through annual awards, including the Champion Award and Newcomer Award, since 1993.
    • Recognizing Community Contributions
      Recognizes individuals for advancing the quality of life and renaissance of Central Phoenix through annual awards, including the Champion Award and Newcomer Award, since 1993.
    • Recognizing Community Contributions
      Recognizes individuals for advancing the quality of life and renaissance of Central Phoenix through annual awards, including the Champion Award and Newcomer Award, since 1993.
  • Transportation Planning & Community Engagement 1 activity
    • Advocacy for multi-modal transportation infrastructure
      Advocates for and develops initiatives to expand multi-modal transportation options in downtown Phoenix, supporting walkability, transit access, and sustainable urban mobility.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 1 activity
    • Information dissemination to members
      Keeps members informed through golf cart tours, a "Member Minute," advocacy alerts, presentations, a "Digital Weekly Downtown Insider," committee communications, and a private Facebook group to ensure timely engagement on key issues.
  • Community Advocacy & Planning Engagement 1 activity
    • Operation of member committees for community and urban development
      Operates multiple standing committees including Arts, Culture & Public Life; Central City Planning & Development; Education Partnerships; Multi-Modal Connectivity; Social & Housing Advancement; Hance Park Fundraising; and Public Affairs to drive place-based initiatives in downtown Phoenix.
  • Professional Association Conferences & Events 1 activity
    • VIP CEO Club event hosting
      Hosts a members-only VIP CEO Club event to engage business leaders in high-level discussions and networking opportunities.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Convening Dialogue on Community and Economic Development
      Serves as a platform for public-private dialogue on community and economic development issues, collaborating with City of Phoenix officials and engaging members through various committees.
    • Convening Dialogue on Community and Economic Development
      Serves as a platform for public-private dialogue on community and economic development issues, collaborating with City of Phoenix officials and engaging members through various committees.
    • Convening Dialogue on Community and Economic Development
      Serves as a platform for public-private dialogue on community and economic development issues, collaborating with City of Phoenix officials and engaging members through various committees.
    • Creation and funding of the Human Services Campus
      Played a vital role in developing and raising funds to create the Human Services Campus, a coordinated facility addressing homelessness in the Valley. This initiative represents a major infrastructure investment in social services.
    • Facilitation of public-private dialogue on urban development
      Serves as a platform for ongoing dialogue between public and private stakeholders on community and economic development issues, working closely with City of Phoenix leadership.
    • Member Promotion
      Promotes members through its website, social media, sponsorships, hosting PCA events, member collaboration, and the DPI Platform.
    • Promotion of member organizations
      Promotes member visibility and engagement through website features, social media, sponsorships, PCA events, member collaborations, and the DPI Platform to strengthen business presence in the community.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$351K
Contributions & grants$326K93%
Program service revenue$24K7%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$376K
Program expenses50%
Admin / overhead40%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$233K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.23M
Cash$20K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.74M
Net assets$-514K
Liquid reserves0.7 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +3.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DEVNEY MAJERLE PRESIDENT/CEO - DPI 5 $21K
board members · 24
  • AMY SHLOSSMAN — DIRECTOR
  • ANGELA HUGHEY — DIRECTOR
  • ASHLEY HARDER — DIRECTOR
  • BEAU LANE — DIRECTOR
  • BILLY SHIELDS — DIRECTOR
  • BRAD WOODMAN — DIRECTOR
  • BRIAN CASSIDY — DIRECTOR
  • BRYAN ALBUE — DIRECTOR
  • CAROL POORE PHD — VICE CHAIR
  • CATRINA KAHLER — DIRECTOR
  • CHRIS BURSON — DIRECTOR
  • CHRISTINA NOYES — SECRETARY
  • DANA KENNEDY — DIRECTOR
  • DIANE HALLER — CHAIR
  • DOMINIC PAPA — DIRECTOR
  • EVA OLIVAS — DIRECTOR
  • GREGORY FALLS — DIRECTOR
  • HOWARD EPSTEIN — TREASURER
  • JAMES MCPHERSON — DIRECTOR
  • JARED FLEISHER — DIRECTOR
  • JASON ROWLEY — DIRECTOR
  • JAY HICKS — DIRECTOR
  • JAY SILVERBERG — DIRECTOR
  • JAY ZAGHLOUL — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14

who they work with

  • CEI: Venture Cafe Partner — Hosts regular events with Phoenix Community Alliance.
  • City of Phoenix Partner — Works closely with City of Phoenix elected officials and staff on community and economic development issues.
  • Downtown Phoenix Community Development Corporation (CDC) Partner — Began working collaboratively with Downtown Phoenix Inc. and Downtown Phoenix Partnership in 2013 to share and maximize resources.
  • Downtown Phoenix Inc. Network — PCA is the membership affiliate of Downtown Phoenix Inc., connecting members to resources and opportunities in Downtown Phoenix.
  • Downtown Phoenix Inc. Partner — Is the oldest affiliate in the Downtown Phoenix Inc. family.
  • Downtown Phoenix Inc. Partner — Membership affiliate of Downtown Phoenix Inc.
  • Downtown Phoenix Partnership (DPP) Partner — Worked in parallel with DPP for over 20 years, focusing on economic development and advocacy while DPP focused on street-level programming.
  • Hance Park Conservancy Partner — Partner in the Margaret T. Hance Park Revitalization Project.
  • Human Services Campus Partner — Played a vital role in developing and raising funds to create the Human Services Campus.
  • Indy by Industrious Partner — Hosts "Future-Ready Mobility" event.
  • Integro Bank Partner — Co-hosts a VIP CEO Club event with Phoenix Community Alliance.
  • Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Partner — Partner in the Margaret T. Hance Park Revitalization Project.
  • The Square PHX Partner — Hosts "Galaxy STEM Fest" event.
  • Wexford Science + Technology Partner — Hosts regular "Truck Stop Thursdays" events with Phoenix Community Alliance.