Central Washington Fair Association

Organization Overview

Central Washington Fair Association is located in Yakima, WA. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (N52) the organization is classified as: Fairs, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Central Washington Fair Association employed 287 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Central Washington Fair Association 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 12/2021, Central Washington Fair Association generated $6.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.4m during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

PRODUCE AN ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL FAIR AND DEVELOP YEAR-AROUND USE OF FACILITIES. WITH A COMMITMENT TO:- PRESERVE AND DEVELOP OUR HISTORIC GROUNDS AND YEAR-ROUND MULTI-USE FACILITIES;- OFFER QUALITY AND DIVERSITY OF ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS, AND EDUCATION;- PROVIDE A SAFE, FRIENDLY, AND ENJOYABLE ENVIRONMENT;- ACKNOWLEDGE THE INVOLVEMENT OF DEDICATED PEOPLE AND GROUPS;- BUILD ON THE TRADITION OF OUR FIRST 100 YEARS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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PRODUCE AN ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL FAIR AND DEVELOP YEAR-AROUND USE OF FACILITIES. WITH A COMMITMENT TO:PRESERVE AND DEVELOP OUR HISTORIC GROUNDS AND YEAR-ROUND MULTI-USE FACILITIES; OFFER QUALITY AND DIVERSITY OF ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS, AND EDUCATION; PROVIDE A SAFE, FRIENDLY, AND ENJOYABLE ENVIRONMENT; ACKNOWLEDGE THE INVOLVEMENT OF DEDICATED PEOPLE AND GROUPS; BUILD ON THE TRADITION OF OUR FIRST 100 YEARS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.


THE YAKIMA VALLEY SUNDOME WHICH HAS A MAJOR ECONOMIC IMPACT FOR THE YAKIMA VALLEY. SUNDOME EVENTS INCLUDE CONCERTS, TRADESHOWS, WASHINGTON STATE INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES AND COMPETITIONS, PROFESSIONAL RODEOS, LOCAL GRADUATIONS, AND LARGE GALA DINNERS.


INTERIM EVENTS-NON SUNDOME & OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE AREAS SUCH AS THE YAKIMA COUNTY STADIUM, THE MODERN LIVING BUILDING, PIONEER HALL, AND THE STATE FAIR ROOM. IN 2021 OTHER ACTIVITIES ALSO INCLUDED THE FAIR FOOD FEST AND HOLIDAY LIGHT FEST. THE UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MANY HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AT STATE FAIR PARK HELP CREATE MEMORABLE EVENTS YEAR-ROUND.


PRODUCE AN ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL FAIR AND DEVELOP YEAR-AROUND USE OF FACILITIES. WITH A COMMITMENT TO:PRESERVE AND DEVELOP OUR HISTORIC GROUNDS AND YEAR-ROUND MULTI-USE FACILITIES; OFFER QUALITY AND DIVERSITY OF ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS, AND EDUCATION; PROVIDE A SAFE, FRIENDLY, AND ENJOYABLE ENVIRONMENT; ACKNOWLEDGE THE INVOLVEMENT OF DEDICATED PEOPLE AND GROUPS; BUILD ON THE TRADITION OF OUR FIRST 100 YEARS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.


THE YAKIMA VALLEY SUNDOME WHICH HAS A MAJOR ECONOMIC IMPACT FOR THE YAKIMA VALLEY. SUNDOME EVENTS INCLUDE CONCERTS, TRADESHOWS, WASHINGTON STATE INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES AND COMPETITIONS, PROFESSIONAL RODEOS, LOCAL GRADUATIONS, AND LARGE GALA DINNERS.


INTERIM EVENTS-NON SUNDOME & OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE AREAS SUCH AS THE YAKIMA COUNTY STADIUM, THE MODERN LIVING BUILDING, PIONEER HALL, AND THE STATE FAIR ROOM. IN 2021 OTHER ACTIVITIES ALSO INCLUDED THE FAIR FOOD FEST AND HOLIDAY LIGHT FEST. THE UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MANY HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AT STATE FAIR PARK HELP CREATE MEMORABLE EVENTS YEAR-ROUND.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Kathleen Kramer
President & CEO
$208,494
Tom Stokes
Board Chair
$0
Lavonne Boogerd
Board Vice Chair
$0
Halley Newhouse
Board Secretary
$0
Ignacio Marquez
Board Treasurer
$0
David Hargreaves
Director
$0

Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
Spectra Food Service & Hospitality
Catering & Concession Services
$173,207
Spd&g
Advertising
$167,942
Starplex Corporation
Security
$502,769
Fun Time Promotions Inc
Fairtime Car Racing Events
$148,820
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $316,519
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$243,110
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$559,629
Total Program Service Revenue$5,494,196
Investment income $1,533
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $6,536
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $6,100,925

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Central Washington Fair Association has recieved totaling $13,529.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Credit Unions In The State Of Washington

Richland, WA

PURPOSE: SPRING FEST AND STATE FAIR SPONSORSHIP

$13,500
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$29
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