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ARIZONA REINED COW HORSE ASSN

SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 271166423 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Micro (<$100K) · www.azrcha.com
revenue
$16K
expenses
$39K
net assets
$22K
employees
0
program ratio
97%
mission · from form 990

THE ARIZONA REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION (AZRCHA) IS AN ORGANIZATION FOUNDED TO PROMOTE AND PERPETUATE THE SPANISH VAQUERO TRADITIONS OF TRAINING AND EXHIBITING HIGHLY SKILLED COW HORSES. SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN OCTOBER 2005, THE AZRCHA HAS ESTABLISHED WORKING RELATIONSHIPS WITH AFFILIATES OF THE NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION AS WELL AS WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL EQUINE ASSOCIATIONS. THESE RELATIONSHIPS ENABLE THE AZRCHA TO HOST REINED COW HORSE EVENTS AND CLINICS AT A PREMIER HORSE SHOW FACILITIES THROUGHTOUT ARIZONA. WE WELCOME ANYONE INTERESTED IN LEARNING, WATCHING AND (MOST OF ALL) PARTICIPATING IN THE REINED COW HORSE TRADITION.

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association (AZRCHA) is an affiliate of the National Reined Cow Horse Association that promotes and organizes reined cow horse competitions in Arizona. The organization hosts horse shows featuring both "dry work" (reining) and "cow work" (cutting) disciplines across multiple divisions for riders of all levels. AZRCHA offers year-end awards, maintains point standings, and supports the vaquero tradition through events, clinics, and sponsorships.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Reined Cow Horse Shows
Hosts competitive horse shows featuring dry work (reining patterns) and cow work (boxing, down the fence, circling) across multiple divisions including Bridle, Hackamore, Two-Rein, and Boxing
Year-End Awards Program
Recognizes top performers in AZRCHA classes based on year-end point standings, with awards determined by number of qualified exhibitors and minimum show participation requirements
Youth and Non-Pro Divisions
Offers specialized classes for youth riders (18 and under) and non-professional riders with earning limits, promoting inclusive competition across skill and experience levels
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Equine Sport Training & Competition 5 activities
    • Organize and Host Reined Cow Horse Competitions
      Organizes and hosts annual and year-round reined cow horse show events in Queen Creek, Arizona, offering a full slate of National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) and Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association (AZRCHA) approved open and non-pro classes. These events provide a venue for exhibitors of all ages and experience levels to compete for prize money and awards, including specific classes like AzRCHA Jr "Snaffle" and various Open/Non Pro divisions (Bridle, Hackamore, Two Rein, Boxing, Youth Cow Horse, Cowboy Class).
    • Organize and host reined cow horse shows
      Plans and conducts annual and ongoing horse shows in Queen Creek, Arizona, featuring a full slate of NRCHA and AZRCHA-approved classes for riders of all ages and skill levels, including Open, Non-Pro, Youth, and beginner divisions. Events include competitive reined cow horse classes such as reining patterns, cow work (boxing, fence work, steer stopping), and hackamore/bridle disciplines.
    • Organizing and Hosting Reined Cow Horse Competitions
      Organizes and hosts annual and year-round reined cow horse show events in Queen Creek, Arizona, offering a full slate of National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) and Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association (AZRCHA) approved open and non-pro classes for all ages and skill levels. This includes managing entries, coordinating classes, conducting practice sessions, and issuing prize money and awards based on a 9-point award system and NRCHA payout rules.
    • Promote traditional vaquero training methods
      Sponsors clinics and special events throughout the year to preserve and promote traditional Spanish vaquero horsemanship techniques.
    • Provide Training and Practice Opportunities
      Sponsors clinics and hosts herd practice sessions for horse show participants, including specific time limits and cow allocations, along with open fence and boxing practice, to keep traditional Spanish vaquero training methods alive.
  • Equine Competition Awards & Incentives 3 activities
    • Administer competitive points and awards programs
      Manages a year-end points system for AZRCHA classes, awards custom prizes to champions who compete in at least half of scheduled shows, and implemented a 9-point award system in 2017 aligned with AZQHA standards. Prize money is distributed in accordance with NRCHA payout rules.
    • Award Year-End Points and Recognition
      Awards year-end points and custom awards for AzRCHA classes to class champions who have competed in at least half of the scheduled shows. The organization also recognizes member achievements in NRCHA events, such as Supreme Reined Cow Horse titles and championship wins at specific events.
    • Recognizing Member Achievements
      Collects and publicizes information about member achievements and recognitions, including year-end awards and specific NRCHA titles and championships, to document and celebrate their accomplishments in reined cow horse events.
  • Equine Facility & Trainer Resource Management 3 activities
    • Maintain a Trainer Directory
      Maintains a list of professional horse trainers, including Bj Avila, Brad Barkemeyer, Joseph Boyd, Marilyn Brandt, Enrico Grandi, Bob Grant, Trevor Haught, Jared Jones, Grant Lindaman, Ricky Nicolazzi, and Randy Paul, who are available for contact by members.
    • Maintain directory of affiliated trainers
      Provides a publicly maintained list of professional horse trainers affiliated with the association, including contact information for individuals offering performance horse training services.
    • Maintaining a Trainer Directory
      Maintains a public list of professional reined cow horse trainers, including their names and affiliated businesses, to connect members with training resources.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Provide practice and training opportunities
      Offers herd practice sessions, open fence practice, and boxing practice for competitors to prepare for shows, supporting horse training across all experience and skill levels.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$16K
Contributions & grants$12K73%
Program service revenue$3K21%
Investment income$1K6%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$39K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$22K
Cash$22K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$22K
Liquid reserves6.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -17.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 6
  • GIANNA HANSEN — TREASURER
  • JAKE BARRY — VICE PRESIDE
  • JEFF HEYER — PRESIDENT
  • JESS PIPKIN — TREASURER
  • MARILYN BRANDT — SECRETARY
  • SUE SCHMITZ — TRUSTEE
relationships · 31

who they work with

  • AzQHA Partner — Provides added money to AzQHA shows, allowing NRCHA class entries to qualify as AzRCHA class entries.
  • Barkeymeyer Performance Horses Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Bimeda Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Christi's Performance Horse Therapy Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Cre8ive Events Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Equine Sports Medicine Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • G Shining Heart Ranch Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Gilliland H&C Ranch Wear Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Griggs Insurance Agency Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Howard Equine Company LTD Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Jake Barry Partner — Contact person for membership inquiries.
  • Jeff Heyer Partner — Contact person for membership inquiries.
  • Lone Mountain Turquoise Company Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • M.S. BOAZ Construction Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • NRCHA Partner — Collaborates with NRCHA on member competition and recognition events
  • NRCHA Partner — NRCHA classes earn NRCHA regional and national points and are maintained and awarded by the NRCHA.
  • NRCHA Partner — Requires participants to be current NRCHA members to enter NRCHA classes and bases payouts on NRCHA rules.
  • National Reined Cow Horse Association Network — Affiliate member of the National Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) Network — Arizona affiliate of the National Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • RedBud Performance Horses Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • SAQHA Partner — Provides added money to SAQHA shows, allowing NRCHA class entries to qualify as AzRCHA class entries.
  • SJ Ranch Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Sami Fine Jewlery Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Sherri Gilkerson Memorial Foundation Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Stockett Tile & Granite Company Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Tim Bauer- Saddles- Tack & Apparel (Equine Oasis) Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • Vera Earl Ranch and Performance Horses Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • W&C Marketing & Designs Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
  • W&C Marketing Designs Partner — Partner responsible for managing and distributing horse show photo galleries
  • Weiser Quarter Horses Partner — Listed as a sponsor of Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association.
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