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EPAZ

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860562710 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.epaz.org
revenue
$131K
expenses
$121K
net assets
$68K
employees
mission · from form 990

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profile · synthesized from sources

EPAZ is a nonprofit organization based in Arizona that supports environmental professionals through an annual conference, scholarship programs for students, and networking opportunities. The organization serves students and practitioners in the environmental field by providing educational outreach, professional development, and financial support for higher education. Its activities are focused on advancing environmental leadership and workforce development in Arizona.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Conference
Professional gathering featuring sponsorships, exhibitors, and networking for environmental professionals in Arizona
Educational Outreach Sponsorship
Supports student engagement through sponsor-donated funds directed to the scholarship program
Environmental Scholarship Program
Provides financial awards to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing environmental studies at Arizona institutions
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Nature-Based Environmental Education Programs 6 activities
    • Field Trip Events
      Organizes field trip events for young professionals to various locations, including Karchner Caverns, the Verde River (kayak trip), and Biosphere 2.
    • Field Trips and Outdoor Activities
      Organizes field trips and outdoor activities for young professionals, including past events like a trip to Karchner Caverns, a kayak trip on the Verde River, and a visit to Biosphere 2.
    • Field Trips and Outdoor Events
      Organizes field trips and outdoor events for young professionals, including past trips to Karchner Caverns, a kayak trip on the Verde River, and Biosphere 2.
    • Field Trips for Young Professionals
      Organizes and hosts field trip events for young professionals to various environmental and scientific sites, including past trips to Karchner Caverns, the Verde River, and Biosphere 2.
    • Field Trips for Young Professionals
      Organizes and hosts field trip events for young professionals to various environmental and scientific sites, such as Karchner Caverns, the Verde River, and Biosphere 2.
    • Field Trips for Young Professionals
      Organizes and hosts field trip events for young professionals to various locations, including Karchner Caverns, the Verde River (kayak trip), and Biosphere 2.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 6 activities
    • Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers
      Hosts Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields, with specific dates planned for 2026.
    • Professional Networking Mixers (F3 Mixers)
      Hosts "Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers" to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates, typically from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
    • Professional Networking Mixers (F3 Mixers)
      Hosts "Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers" to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates, typically from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
    • Professional Networking Mixers (F3 Mixers)
      Hosts Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates throughout the year, typically from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
    • Professional Networking Mixers (F3 Mixers)
      Hosts "Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers" to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates throughout the year.
    • Professional Networking and Development Events
      Hosts "Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers" to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates throughout the year.
  • Professional Association Conferences & Events 5 activities
    • Annual Conference
      Hosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held in March 2026, providing sustainable items to over 250 registrants.
    • Annual Conference
      Hosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held in March 2026, providing sustainable items to over 250 registrants.
    • Annual Conference
      Hosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held in March 2026, providing sustainable items to over 250 registrants.
    • Annual Conference
      Hosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held on March 4-5, 2026, in Mesa, AZ. The conference provides sustainable items to registrants and supports the scholarship fund through sponsorships.
    • Annual Conference
      Hosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held in March 2026, which provides sustainable items to over 250 registrants.
  • Arizona-Based College Scholarship Programs 5 activities
    • Environmental Scholarship Program
      Awards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 in total. The program typically awards scholarships to 6-8 students per year.
    • Environmental Scholarship Program
      Awards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 to Arizona students in total. In recent years, the program has awarded scholarships to 4-8 students annually.
    • Environmental Scholarship Program
      Awards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 to Arizona students in total. In recent years, the program has consistently awarded scholarships to 4-8 students annually.
    • Environmental Scholarship Program
      Awards over $8,000 annually (and over $125,000 total) in scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, typically to 4-8 students per year.
    • Environmental Scholarship Program
      Awards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 to Arizona students in total. In recent years, the program has awarded scholarships to 4-8 students annually.
  • Professional Development & Certification Programs 4 activities
    • Monthly Technical Luncheon Meetings
      Hosts monthly technical luncheon meetings from August through June, featuring guest speakers and presentations on environmental management, providing a buffet-style lunch with dietary options.
    • Technical Luncheon Meetings
      Hosts monthly technical luncheon meetings from August through June, featuring guest speakers and presentations on environmental management. These meetings provide a buffet-style lunch with dietary options available.
    • Technical Luncheon Meetings
      Hosts monthly technical luncheon meetings from August through June, featuring guest speakers and presentations on environmental management. These meetings provide a buffet-style lunch.
    • Technical Luncheon Meetings
      Hosts monthly technical luncheon meetings from August through June, featuring guest speakers and presentations on environmental management. These meetings provide a buffet-style lunch with dietary options available.
  • Alumni and Student Creative Archiving 3 activities
    • Student Poster Competition
      Hosts an annual student poster competition with cash prizes for first place, second place, and people's choice winners.
    • Student Poster Competition
      Hosts an annual student poster competition with cash prizes awarded for first place, second place, and people's choice winners.
    • Student Poster Competition
      Hosts an annual student poster competition with cash prizes for first place, second place, and people's choice winners.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$131K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$82K63%
Investment income$50%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$121K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out$8K
balance sheet
Total assets$68K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$68K
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +649.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 5
  • ANDREW DAUS — BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
  • DISHA GADRE — BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
  • PAUL DICICCIO — BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
  • RICK HASKINS — BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
  • STEVEN SUTHERLAND — BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
relationships · 67

who they work with

  • APS Partner — Co-branded sponsor for the conference
  • APS Partner — Collaborator Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
  • ASU SkySong Partner — Provides the location for EPAZ's monthly luncheon meetings.
  • AmSpec Partner — Power breakfast sponsor
  • AmSpec AbLabs Partner — Power Breakfast Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
  • Ancon Services Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Archwood Environmental Partner — Environmental Leadership Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
  • Archwood Environmental Partner — Environmental leadership sponsor
  • BC2 Environmental Partner — Friend of the Conference for the 2026 conference.
  • BC2 Environmental Partner — Friend of the conference
  • Blue NAMMO Partner — Environmental leadership sponsor
  • CEC Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Cascade Environmental Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Clark Hill Partner — Educational Outreach Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
  • Clark Hill Partner — Educational outreach sponsor
  • Clean Earth Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Dudek Partner — Lanyard Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
  • EPA Region 9 Government — Features leadership from EPA Region 9 as keynote speaker at annual conference.
  • EPIC Environmental Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • ERIS Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • ERTH Works Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • EnviroServe Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Environmental Noise Control Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Environmental Response Inc. Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Garth Corp Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
  • Geosyntec Partner — Networking Reception Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
  • Geosyntec Partner — Networking reception sponsor
  • Grand Canyon University Partner — Friend of the Conference for the 2026 conference.
  • Grand Canyon University Partner — Friend of the conference
  • Hundred Mile Brewing Company Partner — Host venue for the May 29, 2026 F3 Mixer event.
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