named programs · 5 · from sources
what they call their work
Christmas at the Castle
An annual event celebrated at the Irish Cultural Center.
ICC Academy of Celtic Studies
An academy offering studies related to Celtic culture.
McClelland Library
A library housing over 8,000 books and materials on Irish writers, history, and culture, available to the public.
The Celt Raven Society
An affiliate group for devotees of Celt Art History/Archaeology.
Women's Conference/St. Brigit's Day
An annual conference focused on connection, reflection, and revitalization, rooted in Irish heritage and inspired by St. Brigid.
activities · 7 groups
what they do
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Genealogy Research Support & Education 7 activities
- Delivers educational programming through the ICC Academy of Celtic StudiesOffers structured learning opportunities in Irish language, Irish literature, family history, and Celtic art history/archaeology through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies and affiliated groups like The Celt Raven Society.
- Delivers educational programs through ICC Academy of Celtic StudiesOffers structured learning programs in Irish language, Irish literature, family history, and Celtic art history/archaeology through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies and affiliated groups like The Celt Raven Society.
- Offer educational programs in Celtic studiesProvides structured learning opportunities through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies and supports the Celt Raven Society, an affiliate group focused on Celtic art history and archaeology.
- Providing Irish cultural educationOffers educational programs through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies, including Irish Language and literature courses, and moderates The Celt Raven Society for Celtic Art History/Archaeology.
- Providing family history resourcesOffers programs designed to help individuals learn about their Irish family history.
- Support family history researchOffers programs and resources to help individuals explore their Irish family history.
- Teach Irish language and literatureOffers programs for learning the Irish language and exploring Irish literature as part of its cultural education mission.
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Cultural Heritage Festivals & Celebrations 5 activities
- Host annual Irish cultural eventsOrganizes and hosts recurring cultural events such as "Christmas at the Castle" and an annual Afternoon Tea inspired by Irish traditions, which have become established community traditions at the Irish Cultural Center.
- Host traditional Ceili dancesOrganizes and hosts Ceili dances as part of its programming to promote Irish cultural traditions.
- Hosting cultural events and gatheringsHosts various events to celebrate Irish culture, including an annual Afternoon Tea, the "Christmas at the Castle" event, and Ceili dances, providing a space for community engagement and cultural traditions.
- Hosts annual cultural eventsOrganizes and hosts signature annual events such as "Christmas at the Castle" and an Afternoon Tea event inspired by Irish traditions, which have become established traditions in the local Irish community.
- Hosts annual cultural eventsOrganizes and hosts recurring cultural events such as "Christmas at the Castle" and an annual Afternoon Tea inspired by Irish traditions, which have become established traditions in the local Irish community.
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Refugee & Immigrant Integration Support 4 activities
- Deliver emigration support servicesProvides practical support to Irish emigrants and others in Arizona through its Emigration Support Program (ESP), including bereavement resources, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance.
- Offers Emigration Support Program (ESP)Provides support services for emigrants including bereavement resources, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance through the Emigration Support Program.
- Offers emigration support servicesProvides practical support to Irish emigrants in Arizona through its Emigration Support Program (ESP), including bereavement resources, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance.
- Supporting Irish emigrants in ArizonaProvides resources such as bereavement support, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance through its Emigration Support Program (ESP).
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Japanese and Irish Cultural Experiences 3 activities
- Provide traditional afternoon tea serviceOffers guests a traditional afternoon tea experience with tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweets as part of its cultural programming.
- Provides traditional afternoon tea serviceOffers guests a traditional afternoon tea experience with tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweets during hosted events.
- Provides traditional afternoon tea serviceOffers guests a traditional afternoon tea experience with tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweets as part of its cultural programming.
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Senior Social & Recreational Activities 2 activities
- Host Irish dance and martial arts groupsProvides space and support for community groups including the Phoenix Irish Step Dancers, who meet weekly, and the Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club, which practices weekly in the ICLF great hall.
- Hosts regular community groups and clubsProvides space and support for recurring community activities including the Phoenix Irish Step Dancers (every Wednesday night), the Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club (every Sunday at 6:00 PM), and Ceili dances.
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Community Art Exhibitions & Festivals 1 activity
- Feature Irish artists and craftspeopleHosts and highlights Irish artists and craftspeople, such as Lynn Mascarelli, who has served as a docent, Celtic Crafter, and featured artist.
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Uncategorized 10 activities
- Features local Irish artists and docentsHighlights contributions from local Irish cultural practitioners, such as hosting Lynn Mascarelli as a docent and featured artist.
- Features local Irish artists and docentsHighlights contributions of local Irish cultural practitioners, such as hosting Lynn Mascarelli as a docent and featured artist.
- Hosting Irish cultural groups and activitiesProvides space for groups like the Phoenix Irish Step Dancers and the Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club to practice and engage in Irish cultural activities.
- Hosting lectures and presentationsOrganizes and hosts lectures, such as one by Dr. Patrick Browne, to educate the community on topics related to Irish culture and history.
- Hosts lectures and book discussion groupsOrganizes public lectures, such as one by Dr. Patrick Browne in 2017, and facilitates a book discussion group in Phoenix focused on Irish culture and literature.
- Hosts lectures and book discussions on Irish cultureOrganizes public lectures, such as one by Dr. Patrick Browne in 2017, and facilitates a book discussion group in Phoenix focused on Irish culture and literature.
- Operate the McClelland LibraryManages and maintains the McClelland Library, which opened in October 2012 as part of the Irish Cultural Center.
- Operates the McClelland LibraryManages and maintains the McClelland Library, which opened in October 2012 as part of the Irish Cultural Center.
- Operates the McClelland LibraryOpened and maintains the McClelland Library at the Irish Cultural Center in October 2012 as a resource for visitors and community members.
- Operating The McClelland LibraryOperates The McClelland Library, which opened in October 2012, serving as a resource for Irish culture and history.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$459K
Contributions & grants$375K82%
Program service revenue$40K9%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$44K
expenses
Total expenses$720K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$265K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$3.02M
Cash$286K
Investments$0
Liabilities$10K
Net assets$3.02M
Liquid reserves4.8 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -20.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
board members · 14
- BRID DOWER — TRUSTEE
- BRIDGET COSTELLO — TRUSTEE
- DECLAN FOX — TRUSTEE
- FRANK LEAVY — TRUSTEE
- JAMES CUNNINGHAM SR — TRUSTEE
- JASON RYAN — TRUSTEE
- JEFF BARNES — SECRETARY
- JIM DAUGHERTY — CHAIRPERSON
- LADDIE SHANE — TRUSTEE
- LESLIE M THOMPSON — PRESIDENT
- NORA FOUTZ — TREASURER
- PAUL AHERN — VICE PRESIDE
- ROBERT O'NEILL — TRUSTEE
- SEAN LEE — TRUSTEE
relationships · 44
who they work with
- Arizona Colleen Program Partner — Affiliate connecting the Arizona Irish community and the global Irish diaspora through events and awareness, originating as the Arizona Colleen Pageant in 1983.
- Arizona Sister Cities Partner — Works with Arizona Sister Cities to advise, assist, and mentor current members, expand membership, and promote organizational activities.
- Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band Partner — Partner organization.
- Caledonian Society Partner — Don Finch, a beloved community member, served as Vice President for Membership and President of the Caledonian Society.
- Caledonian Society of Arizona Partner — Affiliate promoting Scottish culture through art, education, and athletics.
- Celtic Re-Enactment Organisation for Fellowship and Trades (CROFT) Partner — Affiliate promoting fellowship while researching the lifestyles and trades of Celtic Peoples, open to those interested in period crafting, living history, and entertainment.
- Chandler Tullamore Sister Cities Partner — Bethany Tso, Irish Woman of the Year, is a member of Chandler Tullamore Sister Cities.
- Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities Partner — Affiliate focused on cultivating a reciprocal relationship between Chandler, Arizona and Tullamore, Ireland, encouraging cultural understanding, community involvement, and educational exchanges.
- City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Partner — Operates as a public/private partnership with the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department.
- Consulate of Ireland in Los Angeles Partner — Partners with the Consulate of Ireland in Los Angeles to support the Emigration Support Program.
- Daughters of Scotia Partner — Affiliate fraternal order for women born in Scotland, of Scottish descent, or married to men of Scottish descent.
- Daughters of Scotia Partner — Bethany Tso, Irish Woman of the Year, is a member of Daughters of Scotia.
- Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Government — Acknowledges support through the Emmigrant Support Programme via the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California.
- Desert Irish Wolfhound Association (DIWA) Partner — Affiliate non-profit organization facilitating rescues, community engagement, and teaching about Irish Wolfhounds.
- E.R.I.N. Partner — Paul Kennedy, a supporter of the organization, also served in leadership roles at E.R.I.N.
- ERIN (Executive Resource in Irish Networking) Partner — Seán Lee was a founding member of ERIN (Executive Resource in Irish Networking).
- Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Funder — Acknowledges support from the Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California.
- Four Peaks Irish Arts Partner — Mary Hill-Connor, a founding member of the Phoenix-Ennis Sister Cities, was instrumental in bringing about the Four Peaks Irish Arts branch of Comhaltas.
- Friends of St Patrick Partner — Bethany Tso, Irish Woman of the Year, is a member of Friends of St Patrick.
- Friends of St. Patrick (FOSP) Partner — Affiliate with a mission to nurture Saint Patrick’s legacy by promoting positive relationships between Arizona and Northern Ireland through education.
- Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club Partner — Affiliate program intended to revitalize the practice of Coiléar agus Uille, Brollaidheacht, or 'Collar and Elbow' jacket wrestling, a traditional Irish martial art.
- Hugh O’Conor Memorial Pipe Band Partner — Affiliate pipe band formed in 2006 to honor Hugh O’Conor, an exiled Irishman who founded the Spanish presidio from which Tucson, Arizona grew.
- Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California Funder — Receives support through the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California from the Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
- Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California Government — Acknowledges support from the Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the consulate.
- Irish Foundation of Arizona Partner — Sean Prior was involved in the Irish Foundation of Arizona.
- Irish Government Partner — Supported by the Irish Government to provide a support group and networking system for immigrants.
- Irish Network Arizona Partner — Affiliate business, cultural, and social network connecting members locally, across the state, and with sister networks nationally.
- Keep Phoenix Beautiful Partner — Mallory Quigg, Education Program Manager at Keep Phoenix Beautiful, serves as a Gardening Instructor for the conference.
- McClelland Library Partner — Collaborates with the McClelland Library to host cultural and educational programs and co-maintains a blog.
- McClelland Library Partner — The Irish Cultural Center merged with the McClelland Library.
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