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CACTUS LEAGUE BASEBALL ASSOCIATION INC
GLENDALE, AZ · EIN 270964454 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE O99 · Youth Development · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.cactusleague.com
revenue
$378K
expenses
$289K
net assets
$334K
employees
4
volunteers
10
mission · from form 990

SINCE 1947, THE ARIZONA CACTUS LEAGUE ASSOCIATION HAS CONSISTED OF (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) (CONTINUED FROM 990 PAGE 1) MEMBERS WITH DIRECT INTEREST IN THE GOOD OF THE LEAGUE. THE ASSOCIATION HAS PROVIDED A FORUM TO SHARE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCIES, TO ESTABLISH AND NURTURE BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS WITH RESPECTIVE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL FRANCHISES AND TO FACILITATE AND PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE AND FUNDRAISE FOR THE CACTUS LEAGUE. THE ASSOCIATION ALSO VOICES OPINIONS ON LEGISLATIVE ISSUES OF INTEREST TO ASSOCIATION MEMBERS. THE CACTUS LEAGUE INDUSTRY CONTINUES TO GROW AND CONTRIBUTES AN ESTIMATED $644 MILLION ANNUALLY IN ECONOMIC IMPACT IN THE STATE OF ARIZONA.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Cactus League Baseball Association Inc. promotes Spring Training baseball in Arizona, featuring 10 stadiums and 15 MLB teams. It serves as a resource for visitors, offering a business directory and trip planning information to enhance the Spring Training experience with local attractions and road trip destinations across Arizona.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $0
    THE ASSOCIATION ALSO HOSTS A LUNCH TO PROMOTE SPRING TRAINING. THE LUNCH FEATURES KEYNOTE SPEAKERS WHO ARE CURRENT OR FORMER MAJOR LEAGUE PLAYERS. THE LUNCHEON WAS CANCELED IN 2022 DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Cactus League Business Directory
Lists member businesses, including spring training stadiums, chambers of commerce, tourism offices, and other local businesses in Arizona.
Cactus League Trip Planner
Provides tips and resources for visitors to explore Spring Training cities, including dining, attractions, and nearby escapes across Arizona.
activities · 3 groups

what they do

  • Spring Training Baseball Operations 17 activities
    • Advocacy for the spring training industry in Arizona
      Works to strengthen and promote the spring training industry across Arizona, supporting economic and community development through sustained advocacy efforts.
    • Management and operation of baseball ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area, providing infrastructure for baseball activities and related events.
    • Management and operation of spring training ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area, serving as the infrastructure hub for Major League Baseball's Cactus League spring training activities.
    • Manages and operates spring training ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area, serving as venues for Cactus League spring training activities and related events.
    • Operating Cactus League Ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area for spring training activities.
    • Operating Spring Training Ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area for spring training activities.
    • Operating Spring Training Ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area for spring training activities.
    • Operating Spring Training Ballparks
      Operates 10 unique ballparks in the Phoenix metropolitan area for spring training activities.
    • Organizing Spring Training Events
      Organizes and promotes the start of Cactus League spring training activities, including coordinating first workouts for pitchers, catchers, and full squads across 15 MLB teams in mid-February.
    • Organizing Spring Training Events
      Organizes and promotes the start of Cactus League spring training activities, including coordinating first workouts for pitchers, catchers, and full squads across 15 MLB teams in mid-February.
    • Organizing Spring Training Events
      Organizes and promotes the start of Cactus League spring training activities, including coordinating first workouts for pitchers and catchers, and full squad workouts for 15 MLB teams in mid-February.
    • Organizing Spring Training Events
      Organizes and promotes the start of Cactus League spring training activities, including coordinating first workouts for pitchers, catchers, and full squads across 15 MLB teams in mid-February.
    • Promoting Spring Training Industry
      Works to strengthen and promote the spring training industry in Arizona.
    • Promoting Spring Training Industry
      Works to strengthen and promote the spring training industry in Arizona.
    • Promoting the Spring Training Industry
      Works to strengthen and promote the spring training industry in Arizona, attracting a significant number of out-of-state attendees.
    • Promoting the Spring Training Industry
      Works to strengthen and promote the spring training industry in Arizona.
    • Visitor attraction and tourism engagement
      Attracts approximately 60% of attendees from out of state, with about one-third attending for five or more consecutive years, indicating sustained national engagement with Arizona’s spring training season.
  • DEI and Leadership Coaching & Training 6 activities
    • Cactus League News and Information
      Operates an official blog and news hub providing news, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about the Cactus League.
    • Cactus League News and Information
      Operates an official blog and news hub providing news, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about the Cactus League.
    • Cactus League News and Information
      Operates an official blog and news hub providing news, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about the Cactus League.
    • Cactus League News and Information
      Operates an official blog and news hub providing news, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about the Cactus League.
    • Content publication and media outreach
      Operates an official blog and news hub that provides news, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories to promote the Cactus League and maintain year-round public engagement.
    • Produces digital content and news coverage
      Operates an official blog and news hub that publishes news, player highlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about the Cactus League to inform and engage the public.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Community and Networking Events
      Organizes an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations related to the Cactus League.
    • Community and Networking Events
      Organizes an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations related to the Cactus League.
    • Community and Networking Events
      Organizes an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations related to the Cactus League.
    • Community and Networking Events
      Organizes an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations related to the Cactus League.
    • Hosting of community and networking events
      Organizes an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations to engage stakeholders and foster community involvement.
    • Hosts fan and community engagement events
      Organizes an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations to engage fans, stakeholders, and visitors around Cactus League activities.
    • Organization of fan and community engagement events
      Hosts an annual luncheon, networking events, golf tournaments, and community celebrations to engage fans, stakeholders, and local participants in the Cactus League experience.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$378K
Contributions & grants$372K99%
Program service revenue$6K2%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$289K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$162K
Grants paid out$2K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$347K
Cash$318K
Investments$0
Liabilities$13K
Net assets$334K
Liquid reserves13.2 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +8.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
BRIDGET BINSBACHER CEO - NONVOTING 40 $129K
board members · 6
  • ANDREW DAUGHERTY — BOARD MEMBER SINCE 6-2022
  • BRUCE KESSMAN — SECRETARY
  • CHRIS CALCATERRA — PRESIDENT
  • DAVE DUNNE — VICE PRESIDENT UNTIL 6-2022
  • JEFF MEYER — PAST PRESIDENT
  • KENDRA PETTIS — TREASURER
relationships · 60

who they work with

  • AECOM Hunt Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • American Family Fields of Phoenix Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Anamorphics Inc Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Arizona Office of Tourism Partner — Collaborates with Cactus League Baseball Association Inc. on tourism-related initiatives, with Alix Skelpsa Ridgway serving as Executive Board Member for Tourism
  • Arizona Renaissance Festival Partner — Coordinates annual event schedule with Cactus League spring training to support regional tourism.
  • Arizona State University Partner — Conducted studies on Cactus League attendance patterns.
  • Bagnato Pflipsen Communications Partner — Handles media inquiries for Cactus League Baseball Association Inc., represented by Andrew Bagnato and Kristen Pflipsen
  • Bagnato Pflipsen Communications Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Camelback Ranch-Glendale Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Discover Flagstaff Partner — Promotes Flagstaff as a high-country escape with access to national parks, Route 66, and a local food and craft beer scene.
  • Experience Scottsdale Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Explore Tusayan Partner — Promotes Tusayan as a gateway to the Grand Canyon, offering information on things to do, events, and wildlife passes.
  • Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Lone Butte Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Santan Mountain Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Vee Quiva Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Glendale Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Goodyear Ballpark Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • HDR Architecture Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Henderson Engineers Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Hohokam Stadium Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • JLL Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Marc Taylor Inc. Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Mesa Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Mesa HoHoKams Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Mortenson Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Peoria Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
  • Peoria Diamond Club Partner — Listed as a member in the Cactus League Business Directory.
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