irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $139KSCHOOL OF THE ARTS OPERATION OF A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED YEAR ROUND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OFFERING ARTS EDUCATION IN PAINTING, SCULPTURE, CERAMICS, MIXED MEDIA AND OTHER CREATIVE DISCIPLINES THE PROMOTION OF 200 CLASSES, WORKSHOPS AND CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES EACH YEAR TO RESIDENTS AND VISITORS IN THE COMMUNITY
- #2 $22KCULTURAL EVENTS PLANNING AND PRESENTING UNIQUE ARTS EVENTS DESIGNED TO MAKE THE COMMUNITY MORE CREATIVE, DIVERSE AND CONNECTED, INCLUDING FESTIVALS, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS, EXHIBITIONS, LECTURES, FILM SCREENINGS, ARTS EDUCATION CAMPS AND PERFORMING ARTS EXPERIENCES
named programs · 11 · from sources
what they call their work
Ceramics Courses
Specialized courses focused on ceramic art.
Classes and Crash Courses
Provides structured art classes and short intensive courses.
Field Expeditions
Art-focused excursions to various locations.
Gallery 928 Application
Application process for artists to exhibit their work in the gallery.
Online Gallery
Showcases and sells artwork from represented artists online.
Online Learning
Provides art education through online platforms.
Private Lessons
One-on-one art instruction.
Scholarships
Financial aid to support participation in art education programs.
Studio Rental Application
Application process for artists to rent studio space.
Workshops
Offers various art workshops for skill development.
Youth Programming-ESA Eligible
Art programs designed for young people, eligible for ESA funding.
activities · 8 clusters
what they do
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Camp and Workshop Tuition Assistance 2 activities
- Art Education ScholarshipsOffers scholarships covering 50% of tuition for classes and workshops when funds are available, excluding international Field Expeditions and Painting in the Grand Canyon programs.
- Offer scholarships for art education programsProvides scholarships covering 50% of tuition for classes and workshops when funds are available, excluding international Field Expeditions and Painting in the Grand Canyon programs.
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Community Art Exhibitions & Festivals 2 activities
- Art ExhibitionsHosts a season of rotating art exhibitions monthly in the Special Exhibition Gallery, including a bi-monthly featured artists program, an annual juried show for donors, and the annual Big Gay Art Show celebrating LGBTQ+ artists and allies.
- Host rotating art exhibitions and annual themed showsHosts monthly rotating exhibitions in its Special Exhibition Gallery and produces annual juried exhibitions such as the Big Gay Art Show (since 2012), the Juried Friends Show and Sale, and thematic group shows like "FORM & FACE: Abstract Bodies and Masked Identities."
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Artisan Craft Sales & Festivals 2 activities
- Art Gallery and SalesOperates a consignment gallery and online shop representing over 100 local and regional artists, displaying and selling their artwork, with proceeds supporting both artists and the organization's educational programs. The gallery offers tax-free purchases and gift cards.
- Operate consignment gallery for local and regional artistsOperates a consignment gallery that displays and sells artwork by over 100 professional local and regional artists, with proceeds supporting both the artists and the organization's educational programs. Also maintains an online gallery shop.
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Visual Arts Instruction & Workshops 2 activities
- Deliver in-person and online art education programsOffers a wide range of in-person and online art classes, workshops, and crash courses across various mediums—including ceramics, painting, pastels, watercolor, silver clay, and iPhoneography—for all skill levels, including children and remote learners.
- Online Art Classes and WorkshopsProvides online classes and workshops in various visual art mediums, such as iPhoneography, abstract techniques, and florals/landscapes, for students unable to travel to Sedona.
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Ceramic & Mosaic Arts Instruction 2 activities
- On-Campus Art Classes and WorkshopsOffers intensive art workshops and ongoing classes across a wide variety of disciplines and mediums, including ceramics and painting, for all skill levels from beginners to advanced students. This includes specialized crash courses and a summer youth clay camp.
- Support artist development through studio programs and techniquesProvides studio-based learning and artistic exploration in specialized techniques such as naked raku, batik, gel printing, lampworking, hot glass, bead embroidery, and large-format photography.
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Local Gift Certificate Programs 1 activity
- Facilitate tax-free art purchases and gift cardsOffers tax-free purchases on all items (providing nearly 10% savings) and sells gift cards valid for one year, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash, to support local artists and the arts center.
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Children's Creative Arts & Craft Camps 1 activity
- Provide youth art education and summer campsOffers creative art workshops and summer camps for children aged 6–13, including youth clay camps and projects focused on making functional ceramics like plates, cups, and bowls.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Art Field ExpeditionsOrganizes Field Expeditions that pair artists and students with unique locations, local resources, and expert instruction for immersive artistic experiences.
- Organize immersive Field Expeditions for artists and studentsOrganizes Field Expeditions that connect artists and students with unique locations, local resources, and expert instruction for immersive artistic experiences, including programs like Painting in the Grand Canyon.
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financials · form 990 · fy2020
the money
revenue
Total revenue$921K
Contributions & grants$465K50%
Program service revenue$218K24%
Investment income$9560%
Other revenue$238K
expenses
Total expenses$826K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$370K
Grants paid out$5K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.40M
Cash$452K
Investments$0
Liabilities$321K
Net assets$1.08M
Liquid reserves6.6 mo
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue -9.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIZ GREGG | BUSINESS MANAGER | 40 | $64K |
| VINCE FAZIO | EXEC. DIRECTOR - EX | 40 | $47K |
board members · 10
- ALLISON RAE NICHOLS — BOARD MEMBER
- AMY LIGHT — BOARD MEMBER
- BRUCE PEEK — BOARD MEMBER
- CHUCK SPENCE — VICE PRESIDENT
- GWEN ORTMEYER — TREASURER
- HOLLI PLOOG — PRESIDENT
- ISABEL SIMMER — BOARD MEMBER
- JOAN ROBERTS — SECRETARY
- KATH GILLIAM — BOARD MEMBER
- LEWIS GUTHRIE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 22
who they work with
- Amazon Smile Partner — Partner organization
- Arizona Commission on the Arts Government — Partner organization displayed in the footer as a supporting entity.
- Arizona Commission on the Arts Partner — Partner organization
- Arizona Community Foundation Funder — Funding partner displayed in the footer as a supporting organization.
- Arizona Community Foundation Partner — Partner organization
- Art Barn Road Partner — Location of the SAC Uptown Gallery and Special Exhibition Gallery in Uptown Sedona.
- Ben Roti Partner — Studio manager and instructor in the ceramics program
- Best Western Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas Partner — Local business partner displayed in the footer as a supporting entity.
- Best Western Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas Partner — Partner organization
- Big Daddy D and the Dynamites Partner — Live music performer at SAC community events.
- City of Sedona Government — Partner organization displayed in the footer as a supporting entity.
- City of Sedona Partner — Partner organization
- John Post Partner — Instructor in the ceramics program
- Local and Regional Artists Partner — Collaborates with artists residing in states bordering Arizona to display and sell their artwork through the Gallery Shop.
- Lolo Howe Partner — Instructor in the ceramics program
- National Endowment for the Arts Government — Partner organization displayed in the footer as a supporting entity.
- National Endowment for the Arts Partner — Partner organization
- Northern Arizona University Partner — George Averbeck took several years of glass classes at Northern Arizona University.
- Sedona 360 Photo Partner — Partner organization
- Sedona Chamber of Commerce Partner — Partner organization
- Sedona Chamber of Commerce Partner — Partner organization displayed in the footer as a member affiliate.
- Sedona Pride Partner — Collaborates with Sedona Arts Center on the production of the Big Gay Art Show, originally co-founded by members of both organizations.