activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 5
- Distribute Art Supplies and Food Holiday Food and Gift DistributionDistributes donated art supplies to members and organizes the delivery of Christmas Plates with nutritious food to homebound, isolated, or needy individuals. The organization also creates and delivers small quilts to a children's hospital unit.
- Maintain an Online Presence for Artists Online Artist Portfolio & Memorial GalleryMaintains a webpage to display members' artwork and crafts, providing an online platform for artists.
- Operate an Art Gallery and Craft Shop Artisan Craft Sales and ExhibitionsMaintains and operates an art gallery and craft shop, regularly reorganizing displays, featuring new artwork, and selling items to visitors. The gallery also includes a dedicated memorial wall for deceased members and friends.
- Organize Art Shows and EventsOrganizes and hosts various art shows, including an annual Quilt Show and open judged art shows for members and non-members, featuring awards and attracting large audiences. The organization also hosts book signing events.
- Support Local Community Organizations Local Community GrantmakingProvides financial and in-kind donations to various local organizations, including the Tombstone Food Bank, Tombstone Animal Shelter, Tombstone Fire Department (for Toys for Tots), and Tombstone High School's Renaissance Program.
capacity building · 2
- Organizational Governance and Maintenance Board Governance & Member VotingUndertakes internal governance activities such as reviewing and updating by-laws, submitting tax returns and annual reports, and conducting audits. It also performs maintenance and improvements to its gallery facility.
- Provide Scholarships to High School Students Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards scholarships, typically $1,000 or $500, to graduating students from Tombstone High School to support their academic pursuits.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Community Engagement and Outreach community_engagementThe organization actively engages with the local community through partnerships with businesses, promotion of member crafts, and direct support for homebound individuals, with a primary mission of giving back to the City of Tombstone.
- Equitable Artist Display Management equitable_rotation_systemThe organization ensures fair access and visibility for artists by using a randomized, trial-based system for assigning and rotating display spaces, complemented by continuous monitoring to prevent empty displays.
- Hybrid Communication for Accessibility and Efficiency hybrid_communication_modelThe organization transitions to online newsletter distribution to reduce costs and environmental impact, while simultaneously maintaining print access for members who lack computer access, ensuring broad communication reach.
- Structured Governance and Financial Accountability governance_and_accountabilityThe organization operates under formal By-Laws and Standing Rules to maintain order and ensure compliance, while also employing business practices and a commission-based sales model to ensure financial accountability and sustainability.
- Volunteer-driven Operations volunteer_driven_operationsThe organization relies entirely on member volunteers for all aspects of gallery operations, including daily staffing, maintenance, and specialized tasks, to ensure continuous presence and sustainability without paid staff.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Annual Quilt Show
An annual exhibition showcasing quilts from members and non-members, often held in February.
Community Donations
Provides financial support to other local non-profit organizations such as the Tombstone Food Bank, Small Animal Shelter, and Tombstone Fire Department (for Toys for Tots).
Featured Artists Program
Highlights individual artists by providing dedicated display space in the gallery for a specific period.
Gallery and Craft Shop
Provides a physical space for local artists and crafters to display and sell their artwork and handmade items.
Open Judged Show
An annual art show open to all artists, members and non-members, with judging by qualified professionals, typically held in March.
Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships to graduating students from Tombstone High School.
relationships · 36
who they work with
- American Cancer Society Partner — Donated funds in honor of members.
- American Cancer Society Partner — Donated money to the American Cancer Society in honor of members.
- American Diabetic Association Partner — Donated funds in honor of members.
- American Diabetic Association Partner — Donated money to the American Diabetic Association in honor of members.
- Arizona Art Supply Partner — Mentioned as a local art and craft supply store in Tucson.
- Art Supply Warehouse Partner — Recommended supplier for frames and art products, with members sometimes combining orders.
- Big Lots Partner — Mentioned as a local source for art-related items.
- City of Tombstone Government — Contacted the city for maintenance assistance regarding roof and drainage issues at the gallery.
- City of Tombstone Government — Coordinates with city personnel, including the city electrician, for facility maintenance and repairs.
- City of Tombstone Government — Liaison relationship for gallery operations and maintains reserved space for the association on Allen Street
- City of Tombstone Partner — Hired painters and a roofer to perform maintenance and repairs on the organization's building.
- Clear Image, Inc. Impact images Partner — Recommended supplier for plastic sleeves for cards and unframed artwork, with members often combining orders.
- Crafted Luxuries Partner — Mentioned as a local source for art-related items.
- Dick Blick Partner — Recommended supplier for art products, with members sometimes combining orders.
- Douglas Museum Partner — Received a quilt depicting a map of Cochise County on loan for permanent display.
- Food Bank Partner — Recipient of $250 gift cards from Fry’s Grocery Store provided by TAA for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
- Friends of the Library Partner — Received a portion of proceeds from a book signing event held at the gallery.
- Fry’s Grocery Store Partner — Source of gift cards purchased by TAA for donation to the Food Bank.
- Jerry's Artarama Partner — Recommended supplier for art products, with members sometimes combining orders.
- Jo-Ann Fabrics Partner — Mentioned as a local art and craft supply store in Tucson.
- Michaels Partner — Mentioned as a local art and craft supply store in Tucson with multiple locations.
- Paper Paper Paper Partner — Mentioned as a local art and craft supply store in Tucson.
- Pearl of Venus Chapter #6 of Tombstone and Bisbee Partner — Supplied small quilts for their children's unit in a hospital.
- Posner's Partner — Mentioned as a local art and craft supply store in Tucson.
- San Pedro River Arts Council Partner — Participating in the Visual Art and Photography Show in March.
- Sarnoff's Partner — Mentioned as a local art and craft supply store in Tucson.
- Staples Partner — Recommended local supplier for envelopes and cardstock.
- Tombstone Animal Shelter Partner — Received a $500 donation from the organization.
- Tombstone Animal Shelter Partner — Recipient of a $500 donation from TAA.
- Tombstone Chamber of Commerce Partner — Joined the Chamber to improve advertising and outreach for gallery events.
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