Nonprofit · EIN 86-0712649
CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE
Tax-exempt · PHOENIX, AZ 85004
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $1,266,517 | $1,399,515 | -$132,998 | $242,892 | $271,982 | -$29,090 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $1,325,507 | $1,430,627 | -$105,120 | $335,973 | $232,586 | $103,387 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $850,658 | $1,217,624 | -$366,966 | $326,345 | $272,016 | $54,329 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $547,045
- of which government grants
- $423,520
- Program service revenue
- $754,776
- Investment income
- $12,524
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$47,828
- Other revenue
- -$47,828
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $12,928
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $41,500
- Other salaries and wages
- $337,412
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $431,896
- Professional fundraising fees
- $12,068
- Legal fees
- $10,151
- Accounting fees
- $42,700
- Occupancy
- $90,558
- Travel
- $3,135
- Depreciation
- $3,612
- Program services (functional)
- $1,191,108
- Management and general (functional)
- $148,214
- Fundraising (functional)
- $60,193
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $335,973
- Total assets, end of year
- $242,892
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $271,982
- Net assets, end of year
- -$29,090
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $15,546
- Publicly traded securities
- $108,399
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- -$29,090
- Gross receipts
- $1,314,345
- Employees
- 18
- Volunteers
- 35
- Year formed
- 1993
- State of legal domicile
- AZ
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelique Kane | Executive Director | 40 | $18,615 |
| La Nise Hagan | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| James Cool | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Jeff Nickoloff | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Robert Fields | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Kaveri Gupta | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandra Bassett | CEO | 40 | $108,130 |
| La Nise Hagan | Director Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| James Cool | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Todd Bailey | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Martyn Bridgeman | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 6 | $0 |
| Kaveri Gupta | Vice President Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tiffany Fairall | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jeff Nickolff | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Robert Fields | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandra Bassett | CEO Key employee | 0 | $87,885 |
| Martyn Bridgeman | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 6 | $0 |
| Cyndy Gaughan | Board Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Ben White | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| James Cool | Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1202 N 3RD ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85004-1812
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- accomplishments
- Signed the 990
- Robert Fields, Treasurer
- Phone
- (622) 254-3100
- Return prepared by
- Aniles and Company PLLC
Mission
Phoenix Center for the Arts provides arts and culture opportunities for all through education, programming and advocacy.
Program accomplishments
- Central Arts Alliance (CAA) provided accessible, high-quality arts education and cultural programming at two campuses (Phoenix Center for the Arts in downtown Phoenix and Thunderbird Arts Center in north Phoenix). Across both sites, CAA offered 230+ classes annually in ceramics, painting, glass arts, drawing, photography, jewelry and metals, piano, guitar, dance, and youth arts. More than 3,500 students participated in these programs each year, representing diverse communities across Metro Phoenix. Participation grew, supported by targeted outreach such as CAAs BIPOC Arts Program, which expanded access for historically underrepresented artists and learners. CAA also operated a downtown community theater that hosted 150+ events annually, including dance, theater, music, film, and lecture programming. By providing low-cost, high-quality production space and partnering with 50+ nonprofit organizations, CAA reduced financial barriers to arts engagement and strengthened cultural equity in Phoenix. Mission-aligned events regularly received donated theater space and production support, increasing accessibility for community groups and emerging artists. Facilities & Capital Improvements (FY25): During FY25, CAA completed a major revitalization of the Third St Theater, funded through $1.194 million from the City of Phoenix General Obligation (GO) Bond Program. Improvements included a new LED house lighting plot, an updated professional sound system, a modern projection system, new stage curtains and drapery, new audience seating, a professional broadcast camera system, and a fully modernized technical booth. The Greenroom was fully renovated, and a new ADA lift was installed to ensure accessible stage entry for performers and guests. A new digital outdoor marquee was added on the high?visibility downtown corridor to increase exposure for community arts programming. More than 15 vendors and contractors contributed to this project. CAA also launched the Black Box at Third St Theater, transforming a previously unused storage space into an intimate, flexible venue with seating for approximately 75 guests, equipped with a full lighting plot and QSC sound system. The Black Box expanded opportunities for small theater companies, workshops, podcasts, comedy, and emerging performing artists. Expansion of Resident Organizations (FY25): Phoenix Center for the Arts expanded its resident nonprofit community with the following additions: Reflection Church, which held weekly Sunday services in the Theater and Black Box. School of Hip Hop (SOHH), which offered youth programs in music, dance, DJ skills, and creative arts. New Empire Entertainment, a Black?owned media production and photography collective. Grey Box Collective, which produced interdisciplinary, experimental work exploring social issues affecting college?age communities. These organizations strengthened the campus as a diverse, collaborative hub for creative expression and community engagement. Volunteer & Patron Services Impact: CAA engaged 35 volunteers during FY25. Volunteers supported special events, assisted Facilities with setup and logistics, and helped secure studios and classrooms for instructors and students. Patron Services increased on?site visibility, strengthened customer service support, and improved guest experience across both campuses.Expenses $1,191,108 · grants $12,928
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 86-0712649
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1994
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A030)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $242,892
- Income (IRS master file)
- $1,314,345
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $1,266,517 | $1,399,515 | $242,892 | XML |
| 990 | June 2024 | $1,325,507 | $1,430,627 | $335,973 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2023 | $850,658 | $1,217,624 | $326,345 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $1,441,364 | $1,059,435 | $655,024 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 86-0712649).
Questions about CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE
- What is the EIN of CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE is 86-0712649.
- Is CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1994.
- Are donations to CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names accomplishments.
- Who are the officers and directors of CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 6 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $18,615 (Angelique Kane, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does CENTRAL ARTS ALLIANCE have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $1,266,517, expenses of $1,399,515 and total assets of $242,892 at year end.
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