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CHANDLER CULTURAL FOUNDATION

CHANDLER, AZ · EIN 742538528 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.chandlercenter.org
revenue
$3.9M
expenses
$2.1M
net assets
$5.6M
employees
0
volunteers
118
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

OUR MISSION IS TO MAKE THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS AVAILABLE TO THE ENTIRE CHANDLER POPULATION; TO BECOME A CREATIVE FORCE AND AN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE FOR THE COMMUNITY; AND TO HARNESS THE ECONOMIC VITALITY OF THE ARTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Chandler Cultural Foundation operates the Chandler Center for the Arts, a multi-venue performing and visual arts facility in Downtown Chandler, Arizona. It presents diverse performances, exhibitions, and community engagement programs, while also providing arts education opportunities for students in partnership with the Chandler Unified School District.

named programs · 12 · from sources

what they call their work

Artists in Residence
Initiative to bring artists and the community closer together through engagement.
Audition Workshops
Free workshops providing opportunities for aspiring actors to engage in performing arts.
Ballet Under the Stars
Free ballet performances presented in Downtown Chandler.
CCA Anywhere Series
Virtual performances bringing arts experiences to audiences remotely.
Camp Kids
Musical theater camps taught by professional artists during summer and school intersessions.
Connecting Kids
Provides free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth.
Free Performances
Accessible performances brought into the Chandler community.
Free Summer Concert Series
Free concerts offered at alternative locations during facility renovation periods.
The Concert Truck
Free performances at multiple Downtown Chandler locations.
Theatre Kids/Field Trips
Makes theatre, music, dance, and other performing arts activities available to teachers and students through field trip-oriented shows and workshops.
Vision Kids
Series of art workshops for youth, ages 6 to 16, led by professional artists.
Youth Arts Council
Intensive program for teens focusing on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Arts Event Ticketing & Access Programs 7 activities
    • Donation of Complimentary Tickets
      Accepts requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising and community activities.
    • Offering Ticketing and Patron Services
      The organization provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone, and offers subscription series, group discounts, gift cards, and concession services.
    • Offering ticketing and patron services
      The organization provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone. They offer a "Pick Five Subscription Series" with discounts, priority purchase opportunities and discounts for groups, and gift cards valid for tickets and concessions.
    • Supporting Other Non-Profits
      The organization accepts requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising and community activities.
    • Supporting other non-profits through ticket donations
      The organization accepts requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising and community activities.
    • Ticket Sales and Patron Services
      Provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone. It offers a "Pick Five Subscription Series" with discounts, priority purchase opportunities and discounts for groups, and sells gift cards valid for tickets and concessions.
    • Ticketing and Patron Services
      The organization provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone. They offer priority purchase opportunities and discounts for groups, and provide bar and concession services.
  • Performing Arts Venue Operations 7 activities
    • Facility Renovation and Maintenance
      Undertakes major theater renovations to enhance accessibility, comfort, and the overall patron experience, including replacing seating, installing new flooring, and enhancing lighting. This work also includes maintenance to fire sprinkler systems, theatrical rigging, and electrical infrastructure, with a planned grand reopening in October 2026.
    • Maintaining and Renovating Facilities
      The organization undertakes major renovations to its theater spaces to enhance accessibility, comfort, and the overall patron experience, including replacing seating, installing new flooring, and updating infrastructure, while continuing programming at alternative locations during the renovation period.
    • Operating Performance and Exhibition Venues
      The organization operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with The Gallery at CCA, for performances and art exhibitions. These venues are equipped with accessible seating and other accommodations for patrons.
    • Operating Performance and Exhibition Venues
      The organization operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with The Gallery at CCA, for performances and art exhibitions.
    • Operating Performance and Exhibition Venues
      Operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with two galleries for art exhibitions. These facilities are used for public performances, exhibitions, and events, including accessible seating and accommodations for patrons.
    • Operating performance venues and art galleries
      The organization operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with The Gallery at CCA, for performances and art exhibitions. These facilities include accessible seating and are used by Chandler's students for arts curriculum and school performances during the week.
    • Theater Renovation and Maintenance
      The organization is undertaking a major theater renovation from June 2026 to October 2026 to enhance accessibility, comfort, and the patron experience, including replacing seating, installing new flooring, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, theatrical rigging, and electrical infrastructure.
  • Youth-Led Performing Arts Production & Leadership 6 activities
    • Developing Youth Leadership in Arts
      The organization operates an intensive program for teens, the Youth Arts Council, which focuses on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
    • Operating a Youth Arts Council
      The organization operates an intensive program for teens, the Youth Arts Council, which focuses on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
    • Providing Arts Education and Engagement Programs for Youth
      Offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" and "Theatre Kids" programs, including field trip-oriented shows, workshops, and musical theater camps. It also runs Vision Kids, a series of art workshops for youth aged 6 to 16, and an intensive Youth Arts Council for teens focusing on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
    • Providing Arts Education and Engagement for Youth
      The organization offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" and "Theatre Kids" programs, including field trip-oriented shows, workshops, musical theater camps, and art workshops for ages 6-16.
    • Providing Arts Education and Engagement for Youth
      The organization offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" and "Theatre Kids" programs, including field trip-oriented shows, workshops, and musical theater camps. They also run Vision Kids art workshops for ages 6-16 and an intensive Youth Arts Council for teens.
    • Providing arts education and engagement for youth
      The organization offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" program, including field trip-oriented shows and workshops via its Theatre Kids program. They also conduct Vision Kids, a series of art workshops for youth aged 6 to 16, and offer musical theater camps taught by professional artists.
  • Multi-Discipline Performing Arts Series 4 activities
    • Off-site and Virtual Programming
      The organization offers programming at alternative locations during renovation periods, including a Free Summer Concert Series and Ballet Under the Stars. They also present the "CCA Anywhere Series" which offers virtual performances.
    • Presenting Performing Arts and Exhibitions
      The organization presents a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events for the public, including musical theater, jazz concerts, ABBA tribute shows, and rotating art exhibitions. They host weekly performances and offer a "Pick Five Subscription Series" for discounted tickets.
    • Presenting Performing Arts and Exhibitions
      The organization presents a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events for the public, including musical theater, jazz concerts, ABBA tribute shows, and rotating art exhibitions, often featuring both established and emerging artists.
    • Presenting diverse performing arts and exhibitions
      The organization presents a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events for the public on weekends, including musical acts, jazz concerts, and rotating art exhibitions. They also develop new productions, such as "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret," and offer virtual performances through the "CCA Anywhere Series."
  • Youth Performing Arts Camps & Classes 4 activities
    • Providing Audition and Theatre Workshops
      Offers free audition workshops to provide opportunities for aspiring actors to engage in performing arts.
    • Supporting Local Arts and Education
      The organization provides its facility for Chandler's students to use for arts curriculum and school performances during the week and offers free audition workshops for aspiring actors. They also accept requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising activities.
    • Supporting Local Education
      Provides its facility for Chandler's students to use for arts curriculum and school performances during the week and offers tours of its facilities for school groups.
    • Supporting Local Education
      The organization provides its facility for Chandler's students to use for arts curriculum and school performances during the week and offers tours for school groups.
  • Event Accessibility & Experience Enhancement 1 activity
    • Providing Accessibility Accommodations
      The organization provides accessible seating, hearing assistance devices, and other accommodations to patrons to ensure inclusivity in its performance spaces.
  • School Campus Tours for Prospective Families 1 activity
    • Providing facility tours
      The organization provides tours of its facilities for school groups and potential renters.
  • Uncategorized 8 activities
    • Alternative Programming During Renovation
      Continues to offer programming at alternative locations during renovation periods, including a Free Summer Concert Series, Ballet Under the Stars, and free performances by The Concert Truck at multiple Downtown Chandler locations.
    • Community Engagement and Outreach
      Provides community engagement events, including free performances, artist in residency programming, and tickets for veterans. It also offers free and accessible performances within the Chandler community and operates an Artists in Residence initiative to connect artists with the community.
    • Community Engagement and Outreach
      The organization provides community engagement events such as free performances, artist in residency programming, and tickets for veterans. They also offer free and accessible performances within the Chandler community and operate an Artists in Residence initiative to connect artists with the community.
    • Concessions and Bar Services
      Offers bar and concession services including soda, beer, wine, mixed drinks, candy, and popcorn.
    • Developing New Productions
      The organization is developing a new production, "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret," which celebrates African American folklore and music through jazz, blues, and soul, set to premiere in March 2027.
    • Facilitating Community Arts Engagement
      The organization provides community engagement events such as free performances, artist-in-residency programming, audition and theatre workshops, and free performances within the Chandler community, including for veterans.
    • Facilitating community engagement through arts programs
      The organization provides community engagement events such as free performances, artist in residency programming, and tickets for veterans. They also operate an Artists in Residence initiative to connect artists with the community and offer free audition workshops.
    • Presenting Performing Arts and Exhibitions
      Presents a variety of performances, including musical theater, jazz, and ABBA tribute shows, and hosts rotating art exhibitions. The organization also develops new productions, such as "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret," and offers virtual performances through its "CCA Anywhere Series."
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$3.91M
Contributions & grants$1.96M50%
Program service revenue$1.91M49%
Investment income$-64K-2%
Other revenue$101K
expenses
Total expenses$2.14M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$6.67M
Cash$680K
Investments$5.82M
Liabilities$1.08M
Net assets$5.59M
Liquid reserves36.4 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +664.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MICHELLE MAC LENNAN PRESIDENT 40 $162K
TERRI RETTIG VICE PRESIDENT 40 $103K
board members · 15
  • CANDY YU — DIRECTOR
  • CHRISTIAN OMAR LOPEZ — DIRECTOR
  • CHRISTOPHER MCMULLAN — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID WOODRUFF — CHAIR
  • ERIKA CASTRO — DIRECTOR
  • JEANNE FORBIS — DIRECTOR
  • JENNIFER SANCHEZ — DIRECTOR
  • JULIA MARREEL — SECRETARY
  • LATRICIA WOODS — VICE CHAIR
  • LINDA YARBROUGH — DIRECTOR
  • MARI JO WOOLF-WHITAKER — DIRECTOR
  • MIKE HALLE — DIRECTOR
  • SHERIDA MCMULLAN — DIRECTOR
  • STEENA MURRAY — TREASURER
  • SUSAN BAKER — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • Ashli St. Armant Partner — Artist-in-Residence developing "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret"
  • Ballet Etudes Partner — Presents the "Cinderella" ballet.
  • City of Chandler Funder — Funds renovations for the Chandler Center for the Arts.
  • City of Chandler Partner — Partners with the City of Chandler to operate the Chandler Center for the Arts.
  • City of Chandler Jazz Festival Partner — Presents events across the city during Jazz Month
  • Leonard Patton Partner — Vocalist who performed with Pat Metheny and previously with LP and The Vinyl
  • Pat Metheny Partner — Featured artist performing at the Chandler Center for the Arts with his ensemble Side-Eye III+.
  • Pat Metheny Partner — Jazz guitar legend who performed his "Side Eye III+" project
  • Quarteto Nuevo Partner — Performed "Jazz Road Suite: Western States" in a free concert