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SHEMER ART CENTER & MUSEUM ASSOC INC

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 742440322 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE A510 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · shemerartcenter.org
revenue
$551K
expenses
$374K
net assets
$652K
employees
7
volunteers
308
program ratio
63%
mission · from form 990

THE SHEMER ART CENTER OFFERS A UNIQUE SETTING IN WHICH MEMBERS AND VISITORS CAN LEARN ABOUT AND ENJOY VISUAL ART THROUGH CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, LECTURES, EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS. ITS MISSION IS TO SUPPORT AND SHOWCASE ARIZONA ARTISTS

profile · synthesized from sources

The Shemer Art Center & Museum Association is a nonprofit organization located in Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to promoting visual arts through educational programs, exhibitions, and community events. It serves local artists and the general public by providing a venue for art education and cultural engagement.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Al Beadle Campaign
A project to create the White Gates Pavilion and Al Beadle Sculpture Garden, honoring the architect's legacy.
Art Education Programs
Offers classes and workshops for children and adults to engage in visual arts.
Exhibitions
Hosts exhibitions showcasing the works of Arizona artists and other art forms.
activities · 10 groups

what they do

  • Visual Arts Exhibition & Collection Preservation 8 activities
    • Art Exhibitions and Public Access
      Hosts art exhibitions with free admission to the public, operating Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A Docent Program launched in April 2023 provides guided tours and information about exhibitions.
    • Docent Program and Guided Tours
      Operates a Docent Program launched in April 2023 to conduct guided tours of the Shemer Art Center, providing information about art exhibitions, classes, and lectures.
    • Docent Program and Guided Tours
      Operates a Docent Program launched in April 2023 to conduct guided tours of the Shemer Art Center, providing information about exhibitions, classes, and lectures.
    • Docent Program and Guided Tours
      Operates a Docent Program launched in April 2023 to conduct guided tours of the Shemer Art Center, providing information about exhibitions, classes, and lectures.
    • Hosting Art Exhibitions and Events
      Organizes and hosts art exhibitions and various events, providing free public admission and guided tours through a Docent Program launched in April 2023.
    • Hosting Art Exhibitions and Events
      Organizes and hosts art exhibitions and various events, providing free public admission and guided tours through a Docent Program launched in April 2023.
    • Public Exhibitions and Events
      Hosts public exhibitions, lectures, and events with free admission, open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering community access to visual art and cultural programming.
    • Public Exhibitions and Events
      Offers free public admission to rotating art exhibitions and hosts community events, operating Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Veteran and Senior Art Access Programs 6 activities
    • Art Education Programming
      Provides art education to over 2,000 students annually, including children and adults ages 6 to 96, through classes, workshops, and lectures.
    • Art Education Programming
      Provides art education to over 2,000 students annually, including children and adults ages 6 to 96, through classes, workshops, lectures, and educational outreach programs to schools.
    • Art Education Programming
      Provides art education to over 2,000 students annually, including children and adults ages 6 to 96, through classes, workshops, and lectures.
    • Art Education Programs
      Provides art education programming to over 2,000 students annually, including children and adults ages 6 to 96, through classes, workshops, lectures, and events. This includes supporting Arizona artists by offering them opportunities to teach and exhibit.
    • Providing Art Education Programs
      Offers art education programming, including classes, workshops, and lectures, to over 2,000 students annually, ranging from children to adults, and supports Arizona artists through these programs.
    • Providing Art Education Programs
      Offers art education programming, including classes, workshops, and lectures, to over 2,000 students annually, ranging from children to adults, and supports Arizona artists through these programs.
  • Community Facility Rental Services 6 activities
    • Offering Venue Rentals
      Provides venue rentals for private events with capacity for up to 300 guests and offers up to 10 hours of access for events scheduled in 2026.
    • Private Event Hosting and Venue Rental
      Hosts private events with capacity for up to 300 guests and offers venue rentals with up to 10 hours of access, including for events in 2026.
    • Private Event Hosting and Venue Rental
      Offers venue rentals for private events with capacity for up to 300 guests, including up to 10 hours of access in 2026.
    • Private Event Hosting and Venue Rental
      Offers venue rentals for private events with capacity for up to 300 guests and up to 10 hours of access, available through at least 2026.
    • Providing Venue Rentals
      Offers venue rentals for private events with capacity for up to 300 guests and up to 10 hours of access.
    • Venue Rental Services
      Offers venue rentals for private events with capacity for up to 300 guests, providing up to 10 hours of access.
  • Mid-Century Modern Home Preservation 6 activities
    • Preservation and Development of Al Beadle Architectural Legacy
      Preserves iconic materials from the "White Gates" residence, a mid-century modern home designed by Al Beadle, and plans to create the White Gates Pavilion and an Al Beadle Sculpture Garden featuring his sculptures "Holy Man" and "Woman" by November 2025.
    • Preservation of Al Beadle Legacy
      Preserved iconic materials from the "White Gates" mid-century modern residence designed by Al Beadle and will create the White Gates Pavilion in November 2025 and the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden featuring two of his sculptures, "Holy Man" and "Woman."
    • Preservation of Al Beadle Legacy
      Preserved iconic materials from the mid-century modern "White Gates" residence designed by Al Beadle and will create the White Gates Pavilion in November 2025 and the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden featuring two sculptures, "Holy Man" and "Woman," in collaboration with the City of Phoenix and Al Beadle enthusiasts.
    • Preservation of Mid-Century Modern Architecture and Art
      Preserved iconic materials from the Al Beadle-designed "White Gates" residence and will create the White Gates Pavilion in November 2025 and the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden featuring Beadle's sculptures "Holy Man" and "Woman."
    • Preserving Architectural Legacy and Creating Sculpture Gardens
      Preserves iconic materials from the "White Gates" residence to prevent demolition and plans to create the White Gates Pavilion and an Al Beadle Sculpture Garden featuring his works.
    • Preserving Architectural Legacy and Creating Sculpture Gardens
      Preserves iconic materials from the "White Gates" residence, a mid-century modern home, and plans to create the White Gates Pavilion and the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden featuring two of his sculptures by November 2025.
  • Accessible Facility Services for Cultural Venues 4 activities
    • Accessibility Accommodations
      Provides wheelchair accessibility for all classes, workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and events.
    • Accessibility Accommodations
      Provides wheelchair accessibility for all classes, workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and events.
    • Accessibility Services
      Ensures wheelchair accessibility for all classes, workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and events.
    • Ensuring Accessibility
      Provides wheelchair accessibility for all classes, workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and events.
  • Emerging Artist Support Programs 3 activities
    • Support for Arizona Artists
      Supports Arizona artists through exhibitions, classes, workshops, special events, and educational outreach programs to schools.
    • Support for Arizona Artists
      Supports Arizona artists through exhibitions, classes, workshops, special events, and educational outreach programs to schools.
    • Support for Arizona Artists
      Supports Arizona artists through exhibitions, classes, workshops, special events, and educational outreach programs.
  • Museum Membership Benefits Program 2 activities
    • Membership Program
      Offers membership benefits including unlimited free admission, exhibition previews, priority class registration, and discounts on classes and workshops.
    • Membership Program
      Offers membership benefits including unlimited free admission, exhibition previews, priority class registration, and discounts on classes and workshops.
  • Animal Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
    • Donor Benefits and Recognition
      Provides tiered donor benefits including tickets to the Furry Friends Fine Arts Festival, invitations to exhibition previews, recognition, and sponsorships at various giving levels from $100 to $5,000.
  • Community Art Exhibitions & Festivals 1 activity
    • Operating an Art Center and Museum
      Manages and operates the Shemer Art Center & Museum, an art education facility for the city of Phoenix since 1984, maintaining its operations after the city ceased day-to-day management in 2010, and ensuring wheelchair accessibility for its offerings.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Art Center Management and Operations
      Has operated as an art education facility for the City of Phoenix since October 1984 and has maintained and grown the center since the city ceased day-to-day management in 2010.
    • Donor Benefits and Recognition
      Provides tiered donor benefits including tickets to the Furry Friends Fine Arts Festival, exhibition preview invitations, recognition in the Legacy Club, artwork gifts, and exhibit sponsorships at various giving levels from $100 to $5,000.
    • Exhibitions and Public Events
      Hosts art exhibitions, lectures, and special events for the public, offering wheelchair accessibility and opportunities for community engagement with visual art.
    • Operating an Art Center and Museum
      Operates an art education facility for the city of Phoenix, maintaining and growing the center since 2010, with regular public hours from Tuesday to Saturday.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$551K
Contributions & grants$252K46%
Program service revenue$265K48%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$31K
expenses
Total expenses$374K
Program expenses63%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising17%
Salaries & benefits$132K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$652K
Cash$488K
Investments$111K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$652K
Liquid reserves19.2 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -17.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SHONNA JAMES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $69K
board members · 4
  • JAY JENNINGS — Chairman
  • MARY NEUBAUER — Director
  • SUSAN DE QUELJOE — Director
  • TODD FELTUS — Director
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • Arizona Commission on the Arts Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
  • Bonnie Andersen Partner — Donated Al Beadle sculptures "Holy Man" and "Woman" for the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden.
  • City of Phoenix Government — Received the property as a donation from Martha Shemer, with the agreement to operate and maintain the facility, and later ceased managing day-to-day operations in 2010.
  • City of Phoenix Partner — Collaborates to create the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden.
  • City of Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
  • City of Phoenix Parks & Recreation Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
  • Gerri Beadle-Murray Partner — Donated Al Beadle sculptures "Holy Man" and "Woman" for the Al Beadle Sculpture Garden.
  • Home and Garden Magazine Partner — Featured Shemer Art Center in a magazine article.
  • Shonna James Partner — Primary contact for campaign information and donor engagement.