Arizona Golf Association
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What it says it does
The mission of the Arizona Golf Association is to foster the enhancement and expansion of the game of golf by leading in the development of member and information services, the promotion of opportunities for all who want to play, and the protection of the game's integrity and valued traditions.
- Income
- $5.7 million
- Spending
- $5.4 million
- Employees
- 26
- Highest pay
- $187,851, key employee
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This return does not answer enough of the governance questions to score.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (5)
- $1.8 million spent. Through this program the Organization provides state championships and regional tournaments to provide members with opportunity to play competitive golf and assist individual member clubs with the operation of their activities.
- $1.7 million spent. Membership Services - This program fosters the enhancement and expansion of the game by educating the general public on the positive benefits of golf environmentally, economically and socially by: providing non-competitive events for both members and non-members, providing a welcome environment that promotes golf as a game for everyone, and promoting affiliations with golf clubs and course facilities for the betterment of golf.
- $422,015 spent. As the USGAs only authorized golf association within Arizona, the Organizations responsibilities include: establishment and oversight of uniform statewide handicap and course rating systems consistent with USGA requirements and procedures; management of USGA Championship qualifiers, education of golfers and clubs on the USGA Rules of Golf and the World Handicap System, oversight of Amateur Status, and community support for other USGA-developed programs.
- $277,803 spent. Stakeholder Relations - Our outreach efforts extend to the many facilities we serve. As part of the Stakeholder Relations Program, we proactively engage with golf facilities to provide expert guidance and practical support in areas such as: Agronomy: Offering insights and resources to help maintain world-class course conditions through sustainable and innovative turf management practices. Operations: Supporting facilities with operational best practices to enhance efficiency, member satisfaction, and overall experience. Partnerships: Facilitating strategic connections between facilities and potential partners, sponsors, and community organizations to create mutually beneficial opportunities.Through this comprehensive approach, the Stakeholder Relations Program strengthens our organizational ecosystem, ensuring that everyonefrom team members to facility partnershas the tools, knowledge, and support they need to thrive.
- $25,158 spent. Foundation programs - Through this program, deserving Arizona individuals are inducted annually into the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame. The Foundation also assists charitable organizations with fundraising activities and golf events.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(4) social welfare organization as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 1987.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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