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Green Valley Recreation Inc GVR Lapidary Club
GREEN VALLEY, AZ · EIN 860648860 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · Micro (<$100K) · gvrlapidaryclub.org
revenue
$64K
expenses
$47K
net assets
$392K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The Green Valley Lapidary and Silversmith Clubs primary exempt purpose is to maintain a craft/hobby club for the use and benefits of its members

profile · synthesized from sources

The GVR Lapidary & Silversmith Club is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that provides facilities, instruction, and workshops for Green Valley Recreation (GVR) members interested in lapidary, silversmithing, and other jewelry crafts. The club operates three well-equipped facilities and offers a retail sales outlet for members' handcrafted jewelry. It also organizes an annual Artisans Festival showcasing local talent.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Artisans Festival
An annual event sponsored by the club for over 50 years, featuring the work of more than 100 artisans from across the GVR community.
Instruction and Workshops
Offers classes and workshops in various jewelry-making techniques, including Basic Chain Maille Bracelet, Basic Wire Wrapping for Jewelry, and Dichroic Glass Jewelry, to develop and expand members' talents.
Lapidary and Silversmith Facilities
Provides well-equipped workshops for GVR members interested in lapidary, silversmithing, and other jewelry crafts at three locations: West Center, East Center, and Desert Hills.
Retail Sales Outlet
Operates a retail sales display area in each lapidary shop for members to sell their handcrafted jewelry to GVR members and the public.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Metalworking & Lapidary Craft Education 2 activities
    • Offer Instruction and Workshops in Lapidary and Jewelry Crafts
      Provides a range of classes and workshops, including beginning lapidary, continuing jewelry technique-building, wire wrapping, dichroic glass jewelry, metal clay jewelry, soldering, and silversmithing, to develop members' skills. These are taught by experienced members at low cost and include hands-on projects and instruction on tools and materials.
    • Provide lapidary and jewelry-making instruction and workshops
      Offers a wide range of low-cost classes and workshops for all skill levels, including beginning lapidary, wire wrapping, silversmithing, metal clay, dichroic glass fusing, soldering, patina application, and chain maille, taught by experienced members with hands-on project completion.
  • Artisan Craft Sales & Festivals 2 activities
    • Operate Retail Sales Outlets and Host Artisan Festival
      Operates retail sales outlets in each lapidary shop for members and the public to purchase hand-crafted jewelry and sponsors the annual Artisans Festival, featuring work from over 100 artisans.
    • Operate retail sales outlets for member-made crafts
      Maintains retail sales display areas in each lapidary shop and operates a Gift Shop where hand-crafted jewelry and other items made by members are sold to members and the public.
  • Mineral & Gem Educational Meetings 1 activity
    • Coordinate member social and educational activities
      Organizes social functions for members through a dedicated committee and promotes education in lapidary, silversmith, and jewelry crafts as part of ongoing club programming.
  • Ceramic & Mosaic Arts Instruction 1 activity
    • Facilitate member access to studio space and tools
      Provides "open" club time and studio access, including Metal Clay Open Studio and Dichroic Glass Workshops, where members can work on personal projects with instructor support and use of club tools and equipment.
  • Regular Governance and Member Meetings 1 activity
    • Organize Club Activities and Social Functions
      Organizes club activities through a nine-member Board of Directors and member-led committees, and coordinates social functions for club members through a dedicated committee.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Manage club governance and operations
      Organizes club activities through a nine-member Board of Directors and member-led committees responsible for instruction, events, and facility management.
    • Operate dedicated lapidary and jewelry-making facilities
      Operates three well-equipped facilities at the West Center, East Center, and Desert Hills in Green Valley, AZ, including the East Center Studio and Workroom, with specialized equipment such as rock-cutting saws, polishing wheels, and a kiln room for member use.
    • Organize annual Artisan Festival
      Plans and manages an annual Artisans Festival every November, featuring work from over 100 artisans, through a dedicated committee, continuing a tradition of more than 50 years.
    • Provide and Maintain Lapidary and Jewelry Craft Facilities
      Operates three well-equipped facilities at the West Center, East Center, and Desert Hills, including the East Center Studio and Workroom, providing space and equipment for GVR members interested in lapidary, silversmith, and jewelry crafts. These facilities offer "open" club time for individual work.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$64K
Contributions & grants$3K5%
Program service revenue$25K39%
Investment income$290%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$47K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$10K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$393K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$392K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +65.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Patricia Reynolds Treasurer 12 $10K
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Green Valley Recreation Partner — The club is administratively joined with Green Valley Recreation and operates facilities within GVR centers.
  • Green Valley Recreation (GVR) Partner — Cooperates with GVR to provide facilities and coordinate operations.
  • Green Valley Recreation (GVR) Partner — Offers classes to the GVR community and GVR offers beginning lapidary classes.
  • Lapidary/Silversmithing/Gift Shop Partner — Co-located facility providing shared access to tools and retail space.