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TROON COUNTRY CLUB INC

SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 860684400 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Large ($10M-$50M) · www.trooncc.com
revenue
$13.2M
expenses
$11.6M
net assets
$20.5M
employees
0
volunteers
10
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE GOLF, FOOD, BEVERAGE AND RELATED SERVICES TO MEMBERS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Troon Country Club is a private, member-owned country club in Scottsdale, Arizona, offering a championship golf course, racquet sports, a wellness center, and dining facilities. It provides various membership options for individuals and families, focusing on luxury experiences, social connections, and a vibrant community for its members.

named programs · 14 · from sources

what they call their work

Aqua Classes
Fitness programs like Aqua-Fit and Aqua-Zen utilizing the support of warm water for stretching and muscle movement in the lap pool.
CardioPlus Tennis Classes
Fitness-oriented tennis classes combining cardiovascular exercise with tennis movements for a calorie-burning workout
Demo Days
Seasonal events allowing members to test the latest golf equipment from leading brands, often paired with local wine and food offerings
Junior Development Program
After-school tennis program for junior players with flexible start times to develop skills and foster engagement in racquet sports
Member/Associate Tournament
Annual event pairing club staff with members in a round-robin tennis format to strengthen relationships across the organization
Pickleball Lessons
Lessons for the paddle sport, offered on designated courts with blended lines.
Premier Golf Membership
Full-access membership offering unlimited golf, wellness center access, tennis, pickleball, dining, and social events for members and their families
Signature Sport/Social Membership
Flexible membership option focused on fitness, social activities, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap swimming, and dining without full golf privileges
Social Play (Tennis)
Friendly tennis setting for players of all skillsets to improve their game with support from the Tennis Director.
Team Round Robin Championship
Seasonal tennis tournament running from February to May, offering competitive yet friendly team-based play
Tennis Mixers
Social tennis events designed to connect members of all experience levels through friendly play and camaraderie
Troon Scholarship Foundation
Non-profit initiative providing scholarship opportunities to club staff, their spouses, and children as part of the club’s community commitment
Wellness Center Programs
Includes over 20 complimentary group fitness classes, certified personal trainers, on-site nutritionist, physical therapist, functional training zone, and private Pilates studio.
Women’s Tennis Clinics
Skill-building clinics for women of all levels, featuring drills, match play, and instruction from the Director of Racquet Sports
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • On-Course Dining and Delivery Services 7 activities
    • Dining Services
      Operates three dining venues: Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (a primary a la carte dinner venue with a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille, offering indoor and outdoor dining spaces, and on-course delivery for golfers.
    • Dining Services
      Operates three dining venues: Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (a primary a la carte dinner venue with a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille, offering indoor and outdoor seating, and on-course delivery for golfers.
    • Dining Services
      Operates three dining venues: Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (a primary a la carte dinner venue with a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille, offering indoor and outdoor dining spaces, including a poolside venue with on-course delivery for golfers.
    • Dining Services
      Operates three dining venues: Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (a primary a la carte dinner venue with a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille, offering indoor and outdoor seating, and on-course delivery for golfers.
    • Dining Services
      Operates three dining venues: Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (a primary a la carte dinner venue with a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille, all offering indoor and outdoor seating. The poolside venue also provides on-course delivery for golfers.
    • Dining Services
      Operates three dining venues: Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (a primary a la carte dinner venue with a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille, all with patio seating. A poolside dining venue also provides food service and on-course delivery for golfers.
    • Operate dining venues and food service
      Operates three dining venues — Quail's Nest, Vista Restaurant (featuring a weekly Prix Fixe menu), and Poolside Grille — with indoor and outdoor seating and on-course food delivery for golfers.
  • Country Club Golf Operations 6 activities
    • Golf Course Operation and Services
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, ranging from 5,160 to over 7,040 yards, and provides a practice complex with a double-sided driving range, bunkers, chipping facilities, and a large putting green. Members can book tee times seven days in advance, and the club offers a golf club shipping service.
    • Golf Course Operation and Services
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, ranging from 5,160 to over 7,040 yards, and provides a practice complex with a double-sided driving range, bunkers, chipping facilities, and a large putting green. Members can book tee times seven days in advance, and the club offers a golf club shipping service.
    • Golf Course Operation and Services
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, ranging from 5,160 to over 7,040 yards. Provides a practice complex with a double-sided driving range, two bunker and chipping facilities, a large putting green, and offers seven-day advanced tee time booking for members, along with a golf club shipping service.
    • Golf Course Operation and Services
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course, provides a practice complex with a double-sided driving range, bunkers, chipping facilities, and a large putting green, and offers a golf club shipping service for members. The organization also hosts seasonal Demo Days for equipment testing and allows seven-day advanced tee time booking for members.
    • Golf Course Operation and Services
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, ranging from 5,160 to over 7,040 yards, and provides a practice complex with a double-sided driving range, bunkers, chipping facilities, and a large putting green. Members can book tee times seven days in advance, and the organization offers a golf club shipping service.
    • Operate championship golf course and practice facilities
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, ranging from 5,160 to over 7,040 yards, maintained in meticulous condition. Provides a full practice complex including a double-sided driving range, bunkers, chipping areas, and a large putting green.
  • Professional Golf Tournament Hosting 6 activities
    • Golf Event Hosting
      Hosts significant golf tournaments, including three USGA National Championships (1990 and 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur, 2023 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur), the Arizona Open 11 times, and the annual Ping Pro-Scratch Invitational from 1987 to 1993. The organization also hosts seasonal Demo Days for members to test new golf equipment.
    • Golf Tournament Hosting
      Hosts significant golf tournaments, including three USGA National Championships (1990 and 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championships, 2023 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur Championship), the Arizona Open 11 times, and the Ping Pro-Scratch Invitational annually from 1987 to 1993.
    • Host elite and amateur golf tournaments
      Hosts major golf competitions including three USGA National Championships (1990 and 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur, 2023 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur), the Arizona Open 11 times as of 2018, and the annual Ping Pro-Scratch Invitational (1987–1993) featuring touring professionals and elite amateurs.
    • Hosting Golf Championships
      Hosted three USGA National Championships (1990 and 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championships, 2023 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur Championship), the Arizona Open 11 times, and the Ping Pro-Scratch Invitational annually from 1987 to 1993.
    • Hosting Golf Championships
      Hosts significant golf tournaments, including three USGA National Championships (1990 and 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championships, 2023 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur Championship), the Arizona Open 11 times, and the Ping Pro-Scratch Invitational annually from 1987 to 1993.
    • Hosting Golf Tournaments
      Hosts significant golf tournaments, including three USGA National Championships (1990 and 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championships, 2023 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur Championship), the Arizona Open 11 times, and the Ping Pro-Scratch Invitational annually from 1987 to 1993.
  • Private Club Membership Management 6 activities
    • Membership Offerings
      Offers a Premier Golf Membership providing unlimited access to golf, wellness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, heated lap pool, dining, and social events, and a Signature Sport/Social Membership providing access to fitness, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap swimming, dining, and social events.
    • Membership Offerings
      Offers a Premier Golf Membership providing unlimited access to golf, wellness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, heated lap pool, dining, and social events, and a Signature Sport/Social Membership providing access to fitness, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap swimming, dining, and social events.
    • Membership Programs
      Offers a Premier Golf Membership providing unlimited access to golf, the wellness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, heated lap pool, dining, and social events. A Signature Sport/Social Membership provides access to fitness, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap swimming, dining, and social events.
    • Membership Programs
      Offers a Premier Golf Membership providing unlimited access to golf, wellness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, heated lap pool, dining, and social events, and a Signature Sport/Social Membership providing access to fitness, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap swimming, dining, and social events.
    • Offer golf membership and booking services
      Provides Premier Golf Membership with unlimited access to the championship course, wellness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap pool, dining, and social events. Offers seven-day advanced tee time booking for members and a club shipping service with real-time tracking for traveling members.
    • Offer sport and social membership options
      Offers a Signature Sport/Social Membership providing access to fitness, tennis, pickleball, bocce, lap swimming, dining, and a calendar of social events.
  • Resident Wellness Center Services 6 activities
    • Operate wellness center with fitness and health services
      Operates a 9,000 square foot wellness center offering over 20 complimentary group fitness classes weekly, access to certified personal trainers, an on-site nutritionist, and a physical therapist.
    • Wellness Center and Fitness Programs
      Operates a 9,000 square foot wellness center offering over 20 complimentary group fitness classes weekly. The center provides access to certified personal trainers, an on-site nutritionist, and a physical therapist.
    • Wellness Center and Fitness Programs
      Operates a 9,000 square foot wellness center offering over 20 complimentary group fitness classes weekly. Provides access to certified personal trainers, an on-site nutritionist, and a physical therapist.
    • Wellness Center and Fitness Programs
      Operates a 9,000 square foot wellness center offering over 20 complimentary group fitness classes weekly, access to certified personal trainers, an on-site nutritionist, and a physical therapist.
    • Wellness Center and Fitness Programs
      Operates a 9,000 square foot wellness center offering over 20 complimentary weekly group fitness classes. The center provides access to certified personal trainers, an on-site nutritionist, and a physical therapist.
    • Wellness Center and Fitness Programs
      Operates a 9,000 square foot wellness center offering over 20 complimentary group fitness classes weekly. The center provides access to certified personal trainers, an on-site nutritionist, and a physical therapist.
  • Heated Swimming Pool Operations 4 activities
    • Aquatic Facilities
      Operates a 25-meter heated lap pool maintained at 84 degrees Fahrenheit and a spa heated to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Aquatic Facilities
      Operates a 25-meter heated lap pool maintained at 84 degrees Fahrenheit and a spa heated to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Aquatic Facilities
      Operates a 25-meter heated lap pool maintained at 84 degrees Fahrenheit and a spa heated to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Operate aquatic and spa facilities
      Operates a 25-meter heated lap pool maintained at 84 degrees Fahrenheit and a spa heated to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 3 activities
    • Golf Equipment Demo Days
      Hosts seasonal Demo Days, allowing members to test new golf equipment from leading brands, often accompanied by local wine and food vendors.
    • Golf Equipment Demo Days
      Hosts seasonal Demo Days allowing members to test new golf equipment from leading brands, often paired with local wine and food vendors.
    • Provide golf equipment testing and member engagement events
      Hosts seasonal Demo Days allowing members to test new golf equipment from leading brands, often paired with local wine and food vendors to enhance member engagement.
  • Uncategorized 24 activities
    • Administer employee and family scholarship program
      Provides scholarship opportunities to employees, their spouses, and children through the Troon Scholarship Foundation.
    • Bocce Ball Facilities
      Operates two bocce courts for member use.
    • Bocce Ball Facilities
      Operates two bocce courts for member use.
    • Bocce Court Operation
      Operates two bocce courts for member use.
    • Bocce Court Operation
      Operates two bocce courts for member use.
    • Host social and recreational events for members
      Offers a calendar of social activities including cooking classes, wine dinners, trivia nights, exclusive hikes, and events for men, women, and couples. Produces and distributes an annual Member Event Calendar for 2025–2026.
    • Operate bocce courts
      Operates two dedicated bocce courts as part of its recreational offerings.
    • Provide racquet sports programs and facilities
      Operates a championship lighted tennis court and three dedicated pickleball courts, with blended lines on one tennis court for pickleball. Offers social tennis programs, CardioPlus Tennis Classes, women’s tennis clinics, a Junior Development Program, and annual events including a Team Round Robin Championship, Member/Associate Tournament, and two mixers per season.
    • Racquet Sports Programs
      Operates a championship lighted tennis court and three dedicated pickleball courts, offering pickleball lessons, social tennis programs, women’s tennis clinics, and CardioPlus Tennis Classes. The organization also hosts a Junior Development Program, tennis mixers, and a Team Round Robin Championship tournament.
    • Racquet Sports Programs
      Operates a championship lighted tennis court and three dedicated pickleball courts. Offers pickleball lessons, social tennis programs, women’s tennis clinics, CardioPlus Tennis Classes, and a Junior Development Program.
    • Racquet Sports Programs
      Operates a championship lighted tennis court and three dedicated pickleball courts, offering lessons, social tennis programs, women’s tennis clinics, CardioPlus Tennis Classes, and a Junior Development Program.
    • Racquet Sports Programs
      Operates a championship lighted tennis court and three dedicated pickleball courts. The club offers pickleball lessons, social tennis programs, women’s tennis clinics, CardioPlus Tennis Classes, and a Junior Development Program.
    • Racquet Sports Programs
      Operates a championship lighted tennis court and three dedicated pickleball courts. The club offers pickleball lessons, social tennis programs, women’s tennis clinics, CardioPlus Tennis Classes, and a Junior Development Program with flexible after-school start times.
    • Scholarship Program
      Provides scholarship opportunities to staff, their spouses, and children through the Troon Scholarship Foundation.
    • Social and Recreational Activities
      Offers a variety of social activities including cooking classes, wine dinners, trivia nights, exclusive hikes, and a full schedule of social events for men, women, and couples. The organization also operates two bocce courts and a 25-meter heated lap pool with an adjacent spa.
    • Social and Recreational Events
      Offers a variety of social activities including cooking classes, wine dinners, trivia nights, exclusive hikes, and hosts a full schedule of social events for men, women, and couples, including tennis mixers and tournaments. The organization also publishes an annual Member Event Calendar.
    • Social and Recreational Events
      Offers a variety of social activities including cooking classes, wine dinners, trivia nights, exclusive hikes, and a full schedule of social events for men, women, and couples. The club also hosts tennis mixers and a Member/Associate Tournament, and distributes an annual Member Event Calendar.
    • Social and Recreational Events
      Offers a variety of social activities including cooking classes, wine dinners, trivia nights, exclusive hikes, and a full schedule of social events for men, women, and couples. Hosts seasonal golf Demo Days, annual tennis tournaments (Team Round Robin Championship, Member/Associate Tournament), and tennis mixers.
    • Social and Recreational Events
      Offers a variety of social activities including cooking classes, wine dinners, trivia nights, exclusive hikes, and a full schedule of social events for men, women, and couples. The club also hosts tennis mixers, a Team Round Robin Championship, and a Member/Associate Tournament.
    • Staff Scholarship Program
      Provides scholarship opportunities to staff members, their spouses, and children through the Troon Scholarship Foundation.
    • Staff Scholarship Program
      Provides scholarship opportunities to staff, their spouses, and children through the Troon Scholarship Foundation.
    • Staff Scholarship Program
      Provides scholarship opportunities to staff members, their spouses, and children through the Troon Scholarship Foundation.
    • Staff Scholarship Program
      Provides scholarship opportunities to staff, their spouses, and children through the Troon Scholarship Foundation.
    • Tennis Tournament Hosting
      Hosts an annual Team Round Robin Championship tournament from February through May.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$13.17M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$9.68M74%
Investment income$24K0%
Other revenue$3.46M
expenses
Total expenses$11.57M
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$6.33M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$27.08M
Cash$3.78M
Investments$0
Liabilities$6.54M
Net assets$20.54M
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -2.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 5
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
GARRETT WALLACE GENERAL MANAGER/COO 40 $299K
NICOLE NIEMANN DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKET 40 $286K
SETH MILLER SUPERINTENDENT 40 $232K
TIM RAFFERTY GOLF PROFESSIONAL 40 $193K
WILLIAMS ALEJO JARA CLUBHOUSE MANAGER 40 $145K
board members · 10
  • BILL HURWITZ — DIRECTOR
  • DAVE COSTAIN — DIRECTOR
  • DONNA KEENE — DIRECTOR
  • DONNA KESHTKAR — SECRETARY
  • DOUG LOGAN — VICE PRESIDENT & TREASURER
  • JIM PENDERSON — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN RICE — PRESIDENT
  • JUDY GUTEN — DIRECTOR
  • LARRY SUCHAROW — DIRECTOR
  • TIM ZINGRAF — DIRECTOR
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Director of Racquet Sports Partner — Provides instruction, technical advice, and program leadership across racquet sports programs.
  • Royal Troon Golf Club Partner — Maintains a reciprocal relationship with Royal Troon in Scotland, reflecting shared design heritage and ongoing connection.
  • Troon Scholarship Foundation Network — Non-profit initiative providing scholarships to staff, spouses, and children.
  • USGA Partner — Hosted multiple USGA National Championships, including the U.S. Mid-Amateur and U.S. Senior Women's Amateur.