Arizona Sports Foundation
- Assets
- $85.6m
- Revenue
- $28.6m
- Investments
- $1.2m
- Employees
- 69
- Location
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Founding
- 04/1969
- Data as of
- 03/2023
- EIN
- 86-0253821
Organization Overview
Arizona Sports Foundation, operating under the name Fiesta Bowl, is located in Scottsdale, AZ. The organization was established in 1969. According to its NTEE Classification (N70) the organization is classified as: Amateur Sports Competitions, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 03/2023, Fiesta Bowl employed 69 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fiesta Bowl is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 03/2023, Fiesta Bowl generated $28.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $22.0m during the year ending 03/2023. While expenses have increased by 7.9% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SEE SCHEDULE O.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE ARIZONA SPORTS FOUNDATION ANNUALLY STAGES THE FIESTA BOWL, WHICH IS PART OF THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF (CFP) SYSTEM. THE GAME IS PLAYED IN STATE FARM STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA. THE 52ST ANNUAL FIESTA BOWL WAS PLAYED ON DECEMBER 31, 2022. TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY DEFEATED MICHIGAN BY A SCORE OF 51-45.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael Nealy Former Exec. Director (thru 3/7/22) | 30 | $1,067,025 | |
Jose Moreno Chief Marketing Officer | Officer | 30 | $330,346 |
Curt Krizan Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 30 | $319,236 |
Bob Whitehouse Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 30 | $295,362 |
James Hatfield Director / Interim Exec. Director | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $196,984 |
Scott Leightman Sr. Director Of Communications | 30 | $162,645 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Cfp Administration Fiesta Bowl Fee | 3/30/23 | $2,233,050 |
American Explorer Bus Transportation | 3/30/23 | $152,694 |
Craft Culnary Catering Services | 3/30/23 | $144,244 |
James Hatfield Interim Executive Director | 3/30/23 | $195,484 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $500 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $500 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $500 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $27,481,849 |
| Investment income | $1,140,982 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $297,831 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$353,718 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $28,624,526 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $713,614 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $155,568 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $1,070,449 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,206,100 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $122,468 |
| Other employee benefits | $336,098 |
| Payroll taxes | $195,041 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $42,731 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $68,990 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $49,937 |
| Fees for services: Other | $255,691 |
| Advertising and promotion | $342,488 |
| Office expenses | $123,804 |
| Information technology | $221,959 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $235,633 |
| Travel | $383,254 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $580,620 |
| Interest | $2,250 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $263,254 |
| Insurance | $238,332 |
| All other expenses | -$498,149 |
| Total functional expenses | $22,038,682 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $541,505 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,854,850 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $654,953 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $1,400,000 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $161,090 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,489,651 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $19,712,185 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,201,312 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $52,588,975 |
| Total assets | $85,604,521 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,207,888 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $338,581 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,546,469 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $84,058,052 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $85,604,521 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Arizona Sports Foundation has awarded $87,500 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGIATE DIRECTORS OF ATHLETICS PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP | $37,500 |
PHOENIX FINAL FOUR LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE PURPOSE: FINAL FOUR COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP | $50,000 |