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ARIZONA COTTON GROWERS ASSOCIATION
TEMPE, AZ · EIN 860002407 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.azcottongrowers.org
revenue
$258K
expenses
$163K
net assets
$4.5M
employees
1
program ratio
59%
mission · from form 990

PROTECT AND IMPROVE THE ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF THE ARIZONA COTTON PRODUCER; PROMOTE SOUND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES; PROTECT AND ENHANCE ARIZONA AIR, WATER, AND LAND RESOURCES; ENCOURAGE PRODUCER PARTICIPATION IN IMPLEMENTING PRACTICES CONTRIBUTING TO A BETTER ENVIRONMENT.

profile · synthesized from sources

Trade association representing cotton producers in Arizona, focused on protecting and improving their economic viability through policy advocacy, sustainability initiatives, and industry coordination. Works at state and national levels to influence agricultural policy, promote sound environmental practices, and support cotton-related economic interests. Founded in 1942 and headquartered in Tempe, AZ.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Arizona Cotton Growers Political Action Committee (ACGPAC)
State-level advocacy initiative to support candidates and policies favorable to Arizona cotton producers
Arizona Cotton Industry Annual Meeting
Annual gathering for cotton industry stakeholders featuring policy updates, networking, and educational sessions focused on sustainability and co-products of cotton
Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign
Partnership with Cotton Incorporated to collect used jeans for recycling into insulation for sustainable construction projects
Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships to students from families involved in the Arizona cotton ginning industry
activities · 3 groups

what they do

  • Farmer-Scientist Engagement & Field Education 1 activity
    • Conducts advocacy and public education on cotton production and uses
      Engages in advocacy by promoting facts about U.S. cotton production and its applications, such as the role of cotton in currency and consumer goods, to highlight the importance of the cotton industry.
  • Charity Golf Tournament 1 activity
    • Hosts annual fundraising golf tournament for scholarship fund
      Organizes an annual golf tournament to raise funds for its scholarship program, supporting students connected to the cotton ginning industry in Arizona.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Administers scholarship program for students connected to cotton ginning industry
      Offers scholarships to Arizona students whose parent or grandparent is employed by an Arizona cotton gin or is an associate member of the Arizona Cotton Ginners Association in a business related to the cotton ginning industry.
    • Advocacy for Cotton Farmers
      Strengthens the position of cotton farmers in Arizona by consolidating cotton organizations and engaging in fundraising campaigns for cotton advancement.
    • Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign Participation
      Collects used jeans for the Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign in partnership with Arizona FFA during its annual meeting.
    • Participates in Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign through annual collection drive
      Partners with Arizona FFA and meeting guests during its annual meeting to collect used jeans for the Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign, promoting textile recycling and sustainability in the cotton industry.
    • Scholarship Program
      Offers a scholarship program for Arizona students whose parent or grandparent is employed by an Arizona cotton gin or is an associate member of the Arizona Cotton Ginners Association, supported by an annual golf tournament.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$258K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$164K64%
Investment income$91K35%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$163K
Program expenses59%
Admin / overhead41%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$39K
Grants paid out$20K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$4.79M
Cash$1.36M
Investments$1.22M
Liabilities$324K
Net assets$4.47M
Liquid reserves189.6 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -33.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
KEVIN ROGERS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT 40 $44K
board members · 23
  • ADAM HATLEY — VICE PRESIDENT
  • ART HEIDEN — DIRECTOR
  • AVA ALCADIA — DIRECTOR
  • BRIAN RHODES — DIRECTOR
  • BRUCE HEIDEN — DIRECTOR
  • CASSY ENGLAND — DIRECTOR
  • CLINT OSBORN — DIRECTOR
  • DAMIAN MURRIETA — DIRECTOR
  • DAN PACHECO — DIRECTOR
  • DAN THELANDER — DIRECTOR
  • DEAN ROVEY — DIRECTOR
  • DEAN WELLS — SECRETARY-TREASURER
  • DENNIS PALMER — DIRECTOR
  • ERNEST JOHANNSEN — DIRECTOR
  • GREG WUERTZ — DIRECTOR
  • JEFF LARSON — VICE PRESIDENT
  • JERRY ROVEY — PRESIDENT
  • JON POST — DIRECTOR
  • JUSTIN LAYTON — DIRECTOR
  • KC GINGG — DIRECTOR
  • LARRY HART — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL BROOKS — CHAIRMAN
  • MIKE COOLEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 15

who they work with

  • Arizona Cotton Ginners Association Partner — Co-administers a scholarship program for students related to employees in the cotton ginning industry.
  • Arizona Cotton Growers Political Action Committee (ACGPAC) Partner — Complements federal efforts by ensuring Arizona’s priorities are represented in state and national policy discussions.
  • Arizona FFA Partner — Partnering with Arizona FFA to collect used jeans for the Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign during the annual meeting.
  • Blue Jeans Go Green Partner — Collaborates with the Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign to collect used jeans for recycling into insulation for sustainable construction.
  • Committee for the Advancement of Cotton (CAC) Partner — Works to maintain a strong and sustainable Committee for the Advancement of Cotton (CAC) and supports its efforts to champion cotton's policy priorities.
  • Cotton Board Government — Arizona Cotton Growers Association holds director and alternate positions on the Cotton Board, a federal research and promotion board, indicating an official affiliation.
  • Cotton Council International Partner — Arizona Cotton Growers Association is represented on Cotton Council International through board members and advisors, reflecting a partnership in international cotton promotion.
  • Cotton Incorporated Government — Blue Jeans Go Green is a partnership between Phoenix Fibers and Cotton Incorporated, which the organization supports through denim collection.
  • Cotton Incorporated Partner — Arizona Cotton Growers Association has directors and alternates serving on Cotton Incorporated, indicating a formal partnership in research and promotion.
  • Habitat for Humanity Partner — Supports sustainability initiatives including Habitat for Humanity construction by donating recycled denim insulation through the Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign.
  • National Cotton Council Partner — Works with the National Cotton Council to maintain the Committee for the Advancement of Cotton (CAC).
  • National Cotton Council / American Cotton Producers Network — Arizona Cotton Growers Association is represented within the National Cotton Council and American Cotton Producers, serving in leadership and advisory roles at the national level.
  • Phoenix Fibers Government — Blue Jeans Go Green is a partnership between Phoenix Fibers and Cotton Incorporated, which the organization supports through denim collection.
  • USDA Government — Highlights that cotton is regulated by the USDA as a food crop.
  • Upland Group Partner — Contact entity for leasing executive suites on behalf of ARIZONA COTTON GROWERS ASSOCIATION