named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Buckeye Business Connection
A networking group for Chamber members that meets weekly for networking, business promotion, and continental breakfast.
Buckeye Business Leadership Summit
A summit focused on business leadership.
Community Awards Celebration
An event to recognize businesses and individuals making a significant difference in the community.
Dove Hunting Season Kick-off
An event to kick off the dove hunting season in Buckeye, including food, games, and bird cleaning stations.
Fall "Taste of Buckeye" Golf Tournament
An annual golf tournament organized by the Chamber.
Helzapoppin' PRCA Rodeo
An annual rodeo event that is a local tradition, originally started by the Chamber in 1935.
June "Swing & Sweat" Golf Tournament
An annual golf tournament organized by the Chamber.
activities · 4 clusters
what they do
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Business Networking Events 11 activities
- Business Networking and Professional DevelopmentOffers networking and professional development opportunities for members, including weekly networking meetings for the Buckeye Business Connection, quarterly chamber breakfast events, and an annual Biz2Biz trade show.
- Business Networking and Professional DevelopmentOffers networking and professional development opportunities for members, including weekly networking meetings for the Buckeye Business Connection, quarterly chamber breakfast events, and an annual Biz2Biz trade show.
- Business Promotion and ReferralsPromotes the Buckeye community and its businesses, facilitates connections between businesses and customers, provides business referrals exclusively to member businesses, and hosts ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremonies for member businesses.
- Business Promotion and ReferralsPromotes the Buckeye community as a place to live, work, and invest, facilitates connections between businesses and customers, provides business referrals exclusively to member businesses, and hosts ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremonies for member businesses.
- Community Information and ResourcesFunctions as a trusted resource and civic hub providing local information to the business community, distributes "Welcome Packets" to new residents, and provides exposure to new residents and visitors through its ChamberMail program.
- Community Information and Welcome ServicesFunctions as a trusted resource and civic hub providing local information to the business community and distributes "Welcome Packets" to new residents in the community, offering exposure through its ChamberMail program.
- Facilitate business networking and professional developmentHosts weekly networking meetings every Tuesday morning at 8:00am for the Buckeye Business Connection, along with quarterly chamber breakfasts and an annual Biz2Biz trade show to foster collaboration, innovation, and growth among member businesses.
- Offer business referral and information servicesFunctions as a civic hub by providing trusted local business information and offering exclusive business referrals to member companies when residents or visitors seek service or product providers.
- Promote local economic development and community vitalityActively promotes Buckeye as a vibrant place to live, work, and invest; supports economic growth by connecting businesses with customers and providing exposure to new residents and visitors through initiatives like ChamberMail and Welcome Packets.
- Promote the Buckeye community to residents, visitors, and investorsActively promotes Buckeye as a vibrant place to live, work, and invest by distributing "Welcome Packets" to new residents, operating a ChamberMail program for outreach, and hosting ribbon cuttings and grand opening ceremonies for member businesses.
- Provide member-focused business services and referralsFunctions as a trusted civic hub by providing local business information, offering exclusive business referrals to member companies, and collecting quarterly membership dues to support programming such as breakfast events.
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Cultural Heritage Festivals & Celebrations 4 activities
- Community Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts various community events, including the Helzapoppin' Days festival with a parade, carnival, rodeo, and street dances, an Opening Day Celebration for dove hunting season, and an annual Community Awards Celebration.
- Community Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts various community events, including the Helzapoppin' Days festival with a parade, carnival, rodeo, and street dances, an Opening Day Celebration for dove hunting season, and an annual Community Awards Celebration.
- Host community festivals and events to support local causesOrganizes Helzapoppin' Days, an annual community festival featuring a parade, carnival, rodeo, and street dances, with proceeds benefiting local churches, aid for the needy, and scholarships.
- Organize community festivals and eventsHosts large-scale community events such as Helzapoppin' Days, which includes a parade, carnival, rodeo, and street dances, with proceeds supporting local churches, aid for the needy, and scholarships.
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Local Business Advocacy & Economic Development 3 activities
- Business AdvocacyEngages in advocacy efforts on behalf of local businesses with local, regional, and state government entities to build a strong local economy and promote business prosperity and long-term growth.
- Business AdvocacyEngages in advocacy efforts on behalf of local businesses with local, regional, and state government entities to build a strong local economy and promote business prosperity and growth.
- Represent and advocate for local businessesEngages in advocacy efforts on behalf of local businesses with local, regional, and state government entities to support business prosperity and long-term economic growth.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Dove Hunting Season SupportPromotes Robbins Butte as a premier dove hunting destination and provides bird cleaning stations for hunters during dove season.
- Dove Hunting Season SupportPromotes Robbins Butte as a premier dove hunting destination and provides bird cleaning stations for hunters during dove season.
- Provide member business support and recognitionHosts ribbon cuttings and grand opening ceremonies for member businesses and organizes an annual Community Awards Celebration to recognize local contributions.
- Support dove hunting season activities and promote Robbins ButteHosts an Opening Day Celebration for dove hunting season featuring food, games, and the 'Buckeye’s Biggest Breast Contest,' provides bird cleaning stations for hunters, and promotes Robbins Butte as a premier dove hunting destination near downtown Buckeye.
- Support hunting season and outdoor recreation eventsHosts an Opening Day Celebration for dove hunting season featuring food, games, and the 'Buckeye’s Biggest Breast Contest'; promotes Robbins Butte as a premier dove hunting destination and provides bird cleaning stations for hunters.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$291K
Contributions & grants$206K71%
Program service revenue$85K29%
Investment income$320%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$303K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$176K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$63K
Cash$63K
Investments$0
Liabilities$72K
Net assets$-9K
Liquid reserves2.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +41.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
board members · 11
- ANDY LIBUTTI — DIRECTOR
- BILL HUDNALL — DIRECTOR
- BILL KERR — DIRECTOR
- BRANISLAV VUJI — DIRECTOR
- CRAIG HEUSTIS — TOWN LIAISON
- GARRETT RYUM — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN JOHNSON — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN HERRIN — DIRECTOR
- STEVE STAUDING — DIRECTOR
- TAMMY NAHRGANE — DIRECTOR
- VERONICA THOMP — DIRECTOR
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Arizona Game and Fish Government — Provides official dove hunting information linked by the chamber for public use.
- Casa de Leyva Partner — Partner restaurant offering special deals and bird cleaning stations during dove season.
- Local churches in Buckeye Partner — Partnered with the Chamber to distribute festival proceeds to the needy and for scholarships.
- The Heritage Partner — Partner restaurant offering special deals and bird cleaning stations during dove season.
- The Tack Room Restaurant Partner — Partner venue offering food, bird cleaning stations, and hosting events during dove season.
- West Valley Chamber Alliance Network — Member of the West Valley Chamber Alliance to support regional business collaboration.