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PROPERTY OWNERS RESIDENTS ASSN

SUN CITY WEST, AZ · EIN 860365115 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · porascw.org
revenue
$674K
expenses
$727K
net assets
$1.1M
employees
11
program ratio
91%
mission · from form 990

PORA IS A QUASI-MUNICIPAL ORGANIZATION THAT EXISTS TO SERVE THE 28,000 RESIDENTS OF SUN CITY WEST,AZ AND TO ENGAGE IN PUBLIC SERVICES BENEFICIAL TO THE COMMUNITY, PROMOTE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF ITS RESIDENTS AND TO PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF SUN CITY WEST,

profile · synthesized from sources

The Property Owners Residents Association is a nonprofit organization based in Arizona that focuses on advocating for the interests of property owners and residents. They engage in community outreach and provide resources to enhance the quality of life for their members. Their activities are primarily localized within Arizona.

named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Advocacy Initiatives
Works on policy advocacy to influence local government decisions that affect property owners and residents.
Community Outreach
Engages residents and property owners through events and informational sessions to address community concerns and improve local living conditions.
activities · 9 groups

what they do

  • Utility Rate Case Advocacy 4 activities
    • Advocacy and Community Representation
      Advocates for its members and residents of Sun City West by intervening in utility rate proceedings before the Arizona Corporations Commissions (ACC), providing area resource support, sponsoring community events, and serving as agency liaisons.
    • Advocacy and Community Representation
      Acts as a main intervenor in all utility rate proceedings before the Arizona Corporations Commissions (ACC) and advocates for its members and residents of Sun City West by providing area resource support, acting as government and rate case intervenors, and serving as agency liaisons.
    • Advocacy and Representation
      Acts as a main intervenor in all utility rate proceedings before the Arizona Corporations Commissions (ACC) and advocates for its members and residents of Sun City West by providing area resource support, acting as government and rate case intervenors, and serving as agency liaisons.
    • Utility Rate Advocacy Representation
      Acts as a primary intervenor in all utility rate proceedings before the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) on behalf of members and residents of Sun City West. Engages in formal advocacy to influence utility rate decisions.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 4 activities
    • Community Events and Educational Forums
      Hosts community events and educational forums on topics such as transportation infrastructure (e.g., ADOT 303/155th Interchange), health (e.g., Essential Tremors), and technology (e.g., "Cut the Cord"), as well as social events like the Friday Night Gallery Gala.
    • Community Events and Meetings
      Organizes and hosts various community events, general membership meetings, and specialized events such as a Friday Night Gallery Gala, a "Cut the Cord" event, and a meeting focused on Essential Tremors, as well as meetings regarding local infrastructure projects.
    • Community Events and Meetings
      Hosts various community events, including open board meetings annually for members, general membership meetings, a Friday Night Gallery Gala, and specific events focused on topics like the ADOT 303/155th Interchange and Essential Tremors. The organization also provides room rentals for meetings and classes.
    • Community Events and Meetings
      Hosts various events and meetings for members and the community, including general membership meetings, gallery galas, and specific topic-focused events, as well as open and private board meetings.
  • Notary and Fingerprinting Services 4 activities
    • Member Support and Information Services
      Provides comprehensive support to members and residents by answering inquiries, offering notary services, providing plot plans, and light office services like copying and faxing. The organization also assists individuals seeking membership, tourism, or utility information.
    • Member Support and Information Services
      Provides direct support to members through phone and in-person inquiries, light office services (black and white copies, faxing, scan-to-email), and access to plot plans for existing homes in served communities. Serves approximately 8,000 members.
    • Member Support and Information Services
      Provides direct support to members and residents by answering inquiries, offering notary services, providing plot plans, and light office services like copying and faxing. The organization also assists individuals seeking membership, tourism, or utility information.
    • Member Support and Information Services
      Provides comprehensive support to members and residents by answering phone and in-person inquiries, offering notary services, providing plot plans, and light office services such as copying and faxing. The organization also assists individuals seeking membership, tourism, or utility information.
  • Industry Research & Licensing Data Services 4 activities
    • Vendor Referral and Verification Program
      Operates a comprehensive vendor program that verifies and evaluates contractors across more than 150 professional categories, maintaining a database of over 500 licensed and bonded vendors. Evaluates at least three references per vendor and provides members with vetted recommendations based on checks with the AZ Registrar of Contractors (ROC), AZ Attorney General’s Office, and Better Business Bureau.
    • Vendor Referral and Vetting Program
      Maintains a database of over 500 vetted vendors and contractors across more than 150 professional categories, providing members with information on licensed and bonded professionals. This includes evaluating vendor reputation, business history, and references, and offering vendors opportunities for involvement through expos, advertising, and workshops.
    • Vendor Referral and Vetting Program
      Maintains a Vendor Services database of over 500 vetted vendors and contractors across more than 150 professional categories, providing members with information on licensed and bonded professionals. The organization evaluates vendor reputation, business history, and at least three references for each vendor, and offers vendors opportunities for involvement through trade expos, website listings, and event sponsorship.
    • Vendor Vetting and Referral Program
      Maintains a Vendor Services database of over 500 vetted vendors and contractors across more than 150 professional categories, providing members with information on licensed and bonded professionals. This includes evaluating vendor reputation, business history, and at least three references for each vendor.
  • Meeting & Conference Room Rental 3 activities
    • Facility Rental Services
      Offers room rentals for meetings and classes, including a conference room and smaller rooms, equipped with presentation systems and Wi-Fi.
    • Facility Rental Services
      Provides room rentals for meetings and classes, including a conference room for 45-55 people and smaller rooms for 10-25 people, equipped with presentation systems and Wi-Fi. It also offers classrooms for vendors to organize workshops.
    • Facility Rentals for Members
      Offers room rentals for meetings, classes, and events, including a conference room for 45–55 people and smaller rooms for 10–25 people, all equipped with presentation systems and Wi-Fi.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 3 activities
    • Member Benefits and Discount Services
      Provides members with discounted tickets to Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium and complimentary notary services.
    • Member Benefits and Discounts
      Provides discount tickets to Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium for its approximately 8,000 members.
    • Member Benefits and Discounts
      Provides members with discount tickets to local attractions such as Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium.
  • Regular Governance and Member Meetings 2 activities
    • Board Meetings and Member Access
      Holds monthly private board meetings and hosts open board meetings annually for members to attend, ensuring transparency and member involvement in governance.
    • Member Engagement and Governance Meetings
      Hosts annual open board meetings for members, holds monthly private board meetings, and conducts General Membership Meetings to engage members in organizational governance.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 1 activity
    • Member Engagement and Communication
      Engages volunteers to assist with signing up new members and produces and archives weekly e-newsletters for public access to keep members informed.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Adult Education and Enrichment Program
      Operates an on-campus Adult Learning Program offering classes in art, music, travel, history, and technology, taught by experienced instructors in state-of-the-art classrooms. Also provides special tours and free seminars for member education and discussion.
    • Adult Learning and Education Program
      Operates an education program offering classes in various subjects such as art, music, travel, history, and technology, with experienced instructors and state-of-the-art classrooms. The organization also offers free seminars for learning and discussion on diverse topics.
    • Adult Learning and Education Program
      Operates the PORA Education Program and an Adult Learning Program, offering classes in subjects such as art, music, travel, history, and technology with experienced instructors and state-of-the-art classrooms. It also offers free seminars for learning and discussion on various subjects.
    • Adult Learning and Education Program
      Operates the PORA Education Program and an Adult Learning Program, offering a variety of classes in areas such as art, music, travel, history, and technology with experienced instructors and state-of-the-art classrooms. The organization also offers free seminars for learning and discussion on various subjects and provides classrooms for vendors to organize workshops.
    • Member Engagement and Outreach
      Engages volunteers to assist with signing up new members and provides discount tickets to Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium for its members. The organization also produces and archives weekly e-newsletters for public access.
    • Vendor Engagement and Promotion Services
      Offers vendors multiple engagement opportunities including trade expos, website listings, advertising in eNews and catalogs, web-based print ads, event sponsorships, social media recognition, and classroom space for workshops.
    • Volunteer Coordination for Membership Recruitment
      Engages volunteers to assist with signing up new members, supporting membership growth and outreach efforts.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$674K
Contributions & grants$193K29%
Program service revenue$396K59%
Investment income$21K3%
Other revenue$64K
expenses
Total expenses$727K
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$264K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$1.14M
Cash$30K
Investments$410K
Liabilities$22K
Net assets$1.12M
Liquid reserves7.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +6.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 4
  • BUD MEADOR — DIRECTOR
  • DARWIN NELSON — DIRECTOR
  • KATHRYN KING — DIRECTOR
  • ROSEMARY DAUGHERTY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 24

who they work with

  • ADOT Partner — Hosted a meeting regarding the ADOT 303/155th Interchange.
  • AZ Attorney General’s Office Partner — Verifies and evaluates vendor reputation and business history with this organization.
  • Arizona Corporations Commissions (ACC) Government — Intervenes in utility rate proceedings before the ACC
  • Better Business Bureau Partner — Verifies and evaluates vendor reputation and business history with this organization.
  • Briarwood Country Club Partner — Representatives from Briarwood Country Club are part of the Water Committee
  • Central Arizona Project Partner — Representatives from Central Arizona Project are part of the Water Committee
  • City of Surprise Government — Liaison between the community and the City of Surprise
  • City of Surprise Government — Serves as a primary liaison between the Sun City West unincorporated community and the City of Surprise.
  • EPCOR Partner — Representatives from EPCOR are part of the Water Committee
  • Facebook Partner — Used to announce open board meetings.
  • Maricopa County Government — Liaison between the community and Maricopa County
  • Maricopa County Government — Serves as a primary liaison between the Sun City West unincorporated community and Maricopa County.
  • Maricopa County Dept. of Transportation (MCDOT) Government — Representatives from MCDOT are part of the Roads, Traffic & Safety Committee
  • North West Valley Connect Partner — Executive Directors and staff members are part of the Sun Cities Transit Committee
  • OHOA Partner — Representatives from OHOA are part of the Water Committee
  • Rec. Centers of SCW Partner — Representatives from Rec. Centers of SCW are part of the Water Committee
  • Recreation Centers Partner — Works together on common community interests, though they are separate organizations with individual functions.
  • State of Arizona Government — Serves as a primary liaison between the Sun City West unincorporated community and the State of Arizona.
  • Sun City Community Assistance Network Partner — Executive Directors and staff members are part of the Sun Cities Transit Committee
  • Sun City Homeowners Association (SCHOA) Partner — Board Directors from SCHOA are members of the Sun Cities Transit Committee
  • Sun City West Posse Partner — Members of the Sun City West Posse are part of the Roads, Traffic & Safety Committee
  • The Arizona Registrar of Contracts (ROC) Partner — Verifies and evaluates vendor reputation and business history with this organization.
  • Wildlife World Zoo Partner — Offers discount tickets to members for the Wildlife World Zoo.
  • Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium Partner — Partners to offer discount tickets to PORA members.