activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 11
- Host Bingo Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts bingo events nearly every Friday during November through March.
- Host Support Group Meetings 12-Step and Peer-Led Recovery MeetingsHosts Alcoholics Anonymous meetings on Wednesdays at 1 pm in the Board Room and Desert Singles gatherings on Fridays at 10 am in the Dining Room.
- Host the Quartzsite Gold & Treasures Show Mineral, Gem & Collectibles ShowsHosts an annual Gold & Treasures Show featuring gold nuggets, prospecting equipment, panning supplies, detectors, and jewelry. The event includes metal detecting contests, speaker sessions, and special presentations, with a concession stand offering food.
- Offer Scholarship ProgramProvides scholarships to students in the community, funded through fundraisers, silent auctions, dinners, and member generosity.
- Organize Corn Hole TournamentsOrganizes Corn Hole Tournaments on Tuesdays at 2 pm in the Main Hall with a $5 entry fee and prizes awarded.
- Organize Monthly Craft Fairs & Yard SalesOrganizes a Craft Fair & Yard Sale on the first Saturday of each month from November to March, hosting over 100 artisans and crafters who feature exclusively handmade creations such as jewelry, paintings, carvings, baskets, needlework, sewing & quilting, and local authors.
- Organize Various Community Events and Classes Family-Oriented Community Events with Sensory-Inclusive OptionsOrganizes a variety of daily events including trade shows, dances, classes, musical events, monthly pancake dinners, line dancing, square dancing, and exercise classes.
- Organize the Annual QIA Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show Mineral, Gem & Collectibles ShowsOrganizes an annual 5-day Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show, which started in 1967, attracting 1,500-2,000 attendees daily and featuring over 515 vendor spaces. The event includes free admission, parking, shuttle buses, and on-site ATMs.
- Provide Community Event Venue Camp Facility Rental & Retreat HostingProvides facilities for various groups and organizations to hold meetings, dinners, activities, or classes, and serves as a venue for large indoor community functions including health fairs, Veteran's stand downs, fundraisers, craft fairs, entertainment and music nights, dance and art classes.
- Provide Food Services at Events Event and Spectator Catering ServicesOffers three home-style meals and "Sandwich To Go Windows" at shows for attendees and vendors.
- Sell Event Tickets Online Tour & Event Ticketing SystemsSells tickets online for events and holds them at will call for pickup before the event.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Curating vendor selection for specialized events curated_vendor_selectionThe organization curates vendor selection for events like the Pow Wow show by requiring merchandise to be predominantly (at least 85%) related to gems, minerals, or jewelry, ensuring a focused and appreciated experience for visitors.
- Fostering community engagement through accessible digital event information community_engagement_through_digital_accessibilityThe organization utilizes an accessible digital calendar system that allows community members to easily sync events to their personal devices, thereby increasing participation and engagement in community activities.
- Leveraging membership requirements for vendor participation membership_requirementThe organization requires vendors at its Craft Fair to be QIA members, which likely serves to build community, ensure commitment, and generate membership revenue.
- Operating through community-based volunteerism community-based_volunteerismThe organization functions entirely as a community-based, all-volunteer group, which allows it to serve the Quartzsite and La Paz County areas by leveraging local resources and dedication.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Annual QIA POW WOW Gem & Mineral Show
A 5-day annual event featuring over 200 vendors from around the world selling gem, mineral, and jewelry-related merchandise. Includes free admission, free parking, shuttle buses, and on-site food services.
Bingo Nights
Regular Friday night bingo games during the winter season.
Community Classes
Various classes offered including Alcoholics Anonymous, Corn Hole Tournament, Desert Singles, Exercise Class, Groove Dance, Line Dancing, and Yoga.
Desert Sky Theater Shows
Musical entertainment and performances.
QIA Craft Fair & Yard Sale
Monthly event (November-March) featuring handmade crafts, jewelry, paintings, and a yard sale area for vendors.
Quartzsite Gold Show
An annual show displaying gold nuggets, prospecting equipment, panning, detectors, and jewelry, with metal detecting contests and speakers.
Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships to students in the local community through fundraising efforts.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Facebook Partner — Hosts official QIA events and updates on the QIA Facebook page to promote community engagement.
- Powwow Show Partner — Hosted a field trip for the Quartzsite Improvement Association.
- QIA Partner — Hosts bingo events at the QIA building's south and west sides.
- Quartzsite Gold Show Partner — Organizes and runs the annual gold show event hosted at the QIA.
- Quartzsite Roadrunners Gem and Mineral Club Partner — Uses QIA facilities for meetings and activities.