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CHARTER ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 421549525 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE N40 · Recreation & Sports · Medium ($1M-$10M) · azcaa.com
revenue
$1.5M
expenses
$1.5M
net assets
$266K
employees
14
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

SCHEDULE SPORT OFFICIALS AND FACILITIES FOR MEMBER SCHOOLS IN ARIZONA

profile · synthesized from sources

The Canyon Athletic Association (CAA) is an Arizona-based organization that fosters sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among young athletes. It provides inclusive athletic opportunities, promotes community engagement, and collaborates with schools, coaches, and parents to support athlete well-being. The CAA also organizes an annual awards ceremony to recognize individuals who exemplify character in athletics.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Champions of Character Honors Luncheon
An annual awards ceremony celebrating outstanding individuals (student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and officials) who exemplify the highest standards of character in Arizona athletics.
Community Engagement and Charity Events
Organizes charity events, fundraisers, and volunteer initiatives to support local causes and organizations in Arizona communities.
Dignity Health Concussion Network
Provides information, resources, and learning tools about concussions for athletes, parents, coaches, medical professionals, and the general public, including a specific course for students.
Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Education
Educates student-athletes, parents, and schools on the legal rights and rules surrounding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in Arizona high school athletics.
Officials Information and Registration
Provides resources and a registration process for individuals to become certified officials for junior high and high school athletic activities, including requirements for fingerprint clearance and concussion certification.
Sports Hub
Offers various athletic opportunities for student-athletes of all interests and skill levels, including basketball, esports, softball, and sand volleyball, with access to schedules, rules, and season details.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • High School Sports Governance & Support 6 activities
    • Guidance on NIL Activities for Student-Athletes
      Provides rules and guidance for Arizona high school athletes engaging in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities, including requirements for disclosure, parental consent, and agent registration.
    • NIL Guidance for Student-Athletes
      Provides guidance and rules for Arizona high school athletes regarding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities, including requirements for disclosure, parental consent, and agent registration.
    • NIL Guidance for Student-Athletes
      Provides guidance and rules for Arizona high school athletes regarding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities, including requirements for disclosure, parental consent, and agent registration.
    • Support for Sports Officials
      Provides resources and support specifically for junior high and high school sports officials in Arizona.
    • Supporting Sports Officials
      Provides resources and support specifically for junior high and high school sports officials in Arizona.
    • Supporting Sports Officials
      Provides resources and support specifically for junior high and high school sports officials in Arizona.
  • Youth Scholar-Athlete Recognition Programs 3 activities
    • Champions of Character Honors Luncheon
      Hosts an annual statewide awards ceremony, the Canyon Athletics Association Champions of Character Honors Luncheon, to recognize exceptional student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and officials from across Arizona who demonstrate integrity, leadership, and service in education-based athletics.
    • Champions of Character Honors Luncheon
      Hosts an annual statewide awards luncheon to recognize and celebrate student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and officials who demonstrate integrity, leadership, and service in education-based athletics.
    • Champions of Character Honors Luncheon
      Hosts an annual statewide awards ceremony, the Canyon Athletics Association Champions of Character Honors Luncheon, to recognize exceptional student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and officials from across Arizona who demonstrate integrity, leadership, and service in education-based athletics.
  • Concussion Education & Baseline Testing 3 activities
    • Concussion Education Program
      Offers a free educational course for students on identifying, responding to, and preventing concussions, presented in a social media-style format involving high school students and medical professionals.
    • Concussion Education Program
      Offers a free, social media-style educational course for students on identifying, responding to, and preventing concussions, featuring high school students and medical professionals.
    • Concussion Education Program
      Offers a free educational course for students on identifying, responding to, and preventing concussions, presented in a social media-style format involving high school students and medical professionals.
  • Youth Volunteer Recognition Programs 3 activities
    • Volunteer Opportunities for Students
      Offers volunteer opportunities for high school students to earn community service hours by assisting with the Champions of Character Honors Luncheon.
    • Volunteer Opportunities for Students
      Offers volunteer opportunities for high school students to earn community service hours by assisting with the Champions of Character Honors Luncheon.
    • Youth Volunteer Program
      Offers high school students opportunities to earn community service hours by volunteering at the Champions of Character Honors Luncheon.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Inclusive Athletic Opportunities
      Offers athletic programs and opportunities for student-athletes of all skill levels across Arizona.
    • Providing Athletic Opportunities
      Offers athletic opportunities for student-athletes of all skill levels within Arizona's charter schools.
    • Providing Athletic Opportunities
      Offers athletic opportunities for student-athletes of all skill levels within Arizona's charter schools.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$1.51M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.51M100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.48M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$535K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$266K
Cash$119K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$266K
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +67.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 8
  • ANDREW ELLIS — EXECUTIVE BO
  • DON BROWN — EXECUTIVE BO
  • ERIK GRAY — EXECUTIVE BO
  • MYLES JACKSON — EXECUTIVE BO
  • PATRICK GRADY — EXECUTIVE BO
  • PAUL BROWN — EXECUTIVE BO
  • ROBERT MCCORMICK — EXECUTIVE BO
  • TROY MILETTA — EXECUTIVE BO
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • AZ Livescan Partner — Lists AZ Livescan as a vendor that can provide fingerprint clearance card services.
  • American Leadership Academy Vistancia Partner — CHARTER ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION partners with American Leadership Academy Vistancia in coaching and athletic programming.
  • Arizona State University Partner — Hosts the Champions of Character Honors Luncheon at its San Tan Ford Club in Tempe.
  • BOUND Partner — Uses BOUND for official registration.
  • Barrow Neurological Institute Partner — Collaborates with Barrow Neurological Institute to develop concussion education materials for students.
  • Bound Partner — Official athletic management partner of the CAA.
  • COMMUNITY WELLNESS AND SAFETY OF ARIZONA Partner — Lists COMMUNITY WELLNESS AND SAFETY OF ARIZONA as a vendor that can provide fingerprint clearance card services.
  • FIELD PRINT Partner — Lists FIELD PRINT as a vendor that can provide fingerprint clearance card services.
  • Jon Jennings Partner — Serves as Master of Ceremonies for the Champions of Character Honors Luncheon.
  • NCAA Government — References NCAA policies and court rulings involving the NCAA to explain changes in athlete rights.
  • NFHS Partner — Requires officials to obtain "Concussion in Sports" certification through NFHS.