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Foothills Caring Corps Inc

Carefree, AZ · EIN 264341807 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE P80 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · foothillscaringcorps.com
revenue
$1.1M
expenses
$1.1M
net assets
$1.1M
employees
11
volunteers
200
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

Volunteers provide transportation, meal delivery and various programs that serve critical needs of isolated Foothills Neighbors aging in place.

profile · synthesized from sources

Foothills Caring Corps is a nonprofit organization based in Carefree, Arizona, dedicated to providing assistance and support to older adults and persons with disabilities. Founded in 1999, it aims to promote independence and enhance the quality of life for its beneficiaries through various services, including transportation, meal delivery, and social activities in the foothills area of Maricopa County.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $294K
    Transportation Programs - 1. Non-Emergency Medical Transportation: Volunteers drive their own vehicles to transport and personally accompany FCC Neighbors to and/or from dialysis, cancer treatment, physical therapy, and other medical and dental appointments making sure that each Neighbor arrives back home safe and sound. 2. Wheel Safe: With additional PASS training, certified FCC Volunteers drive or may serve as an assistant in one of the 6 wheelchair accessible vans to safely transport and transfer FCC Neighbors who have special wheelchair accessible transportation needs to and from non-emergency medical appointments. 3. Recreational Van Program: FCC Volunteers drive and accompany Neighbors in groups to shop at grocery stores and local food bank, as well as transport and support them at scheduled social outings, including fitness/exercise classes, educational programs, wellness and a wide variety of community events to help fight social isolation and promote a sense of community. FCC operates and is responsible for the maintenance and safety of a fleet of 9 van vehicles, 8 of which were acquired with partial funding under the Section 5310 Federal Grant Program. Six of the vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Each van is driven by a volunteer driver with volunteer assistants as necessary. The recreational van trips are posted monthly in the special FCC Van Calendar mailed digitally or via USPS to all FCC Neighbors interested in the Program.
  2. #2 $271K
    Individual Services - FCC Volunteers provide a variety of services to FCC Neighbors in need including: 1. Handyman Program provides minor in home repairs; 2. Friendly visiting includes in person visits and phone calls that provide companionship, support and friendship for socially isolated Neighbors, 3. Caregiver Relief-FCC Volunteers spend time with homebound individuals while the primary caregiver is given the time and opportunity to rest, do other tasks and take a break; 4. Friendly pet visiting- Volunteers accompany certified pets to visit and provide love and support for socially isolated Neighbors in need; 5. Shopping Assistance provides Volunteers to shop with or for Neighbors; 6. Technology Assistance - Volunteers help Neighbors with issues involving their computer or smart phone. A program available not only to our Neighbors, but also to the general public is our Mobility Loan Closet- FCC loans, free of charge, on a walk-in basis, a variety of mobility medical equipment devices (walkers, wheelchairs, canes, transfer chairs, crutches, shower seats, commodes, etc.). FCC loaned out 1,151 items serving 741 individuals during this FY.
named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Caregiver Relief
Volunteers spend time with Neighbors to provide respite for primary caregivers.
Mobile Meals
Delivers hot and nutritious meals to participating Neighbors on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Mobility Loan Program
Allows community members to borrow home mobility equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers.
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Offers transportation for Neighbors to and from medical appointments, requiring advance scheduling.
Recreational Van Program
Provides group transportation in a handicap-accessible van for social outings and community events.
activities · 11 groups

what they do

  • Non-Emergency Medical & Social Transportation 6 activities
    • Group Recreational Transportation
      Provides group transportation for neighbors to community events, social outings, lunch, and shopping using a fleet of 8-9 vans, including handicap-accessible options.
    • Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
      Provides non-emergency medical transportation for community members to critical medical appointments, utilizing volunteers and a fleet of accessible vans.
    • Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
      Provides non-emergency medical transportation for community members to critical medical appointments, utilizing volunteers and a fleet of vans, some of which are wheelchair accessible.
    • Recreational Group Transportation
      Provides group transportation for neighbors to community events, social outings, lunches, and shopping using a fleet of accessible vans.
    • Recreational and Group Transportation
      Provides group transportation for neighbors to community events, social outings, lunch, and shopping using a fleet of 8-9 vans, including handicap-accessible vehicles.
    • Transportation Services
      Provides non-emergency medical transportation and recreational van transportation for community members to medical appointments and social events using a fleet of accessible vans.
  • Community-Based Digital Literacy Training 4 activities
    • Basic Technology Assistance
      Offers basic technology help, with volunteers assisting individuals in navigating the internet, computers, TVs, cell phones, or other technology.
    • Basic Technology Assistance
      Offers basic technology help, with volunteers assisting individuals in navigating the internet, computers, TVs, cell phones, or other technology.
    • Basic Technology Assistance
      Offers basic technology help, with volunteers assisting individuals in understanding and navigating the internet, computers, TVs, cell phones, or other technological devices.
    • Basic Technology Help
      Provides assistance with technology, where volunteers help individuals navigate devices and applications, enhancing their digital literacy.
  • Senior Social & Recreational Activities 4 activities
    • Friendly Visiting & Phoning Program
      Connects volunteers with individuals for friendly visits and phone calls, fostering social connections through activities like chatting and playing games.
    • Friendly Visiting and Phoning
      Connects volunteers with individuals to build friendships through consistent visits, chatting, playing games, hobbies, or social outings, and offers friendly pet visiting with certified therapy dogs.
    • Friendly Visiting and Phoning Program
      Connects volunteers with individuals to build friendships through consistent visits, which may include chatting, playing games, hobbies, social outings, or phone calls.
    • Friendly Visiting and Social Connection
      Connects volunteers with individuals to build friendships through consistent visits, which may include chatting, playing games, hobbies, social outings, and pet therapy visits.
  • Volunteer Grocery Shopping Assistance 4 activities
    • Grocery Shopping Assistance
      Provides grocery shopping assistance where volunteers either transport individuals to the store or shop on behalf of homebound individuals.
    • Grocery Shopping Assistance
      Offers grocery shopping assistance where volunteers either transport individuals to the store or shop on behalf of homebound individuals.
    • Grocery Shopping Assistance
      Provides grocery shopping assistance where volunteers either transport individuals to the store or shop on behalf of homebound individuals.
    • Grocery Shopping Assistance
      Offers assistance with grocery shopping, where volunteers either transport individuals to the store or shop on behalf of homebound neighbors.
  • Volunteer Home Repair Services 4 activities
    • Minor Home Repair Services
      Offers volunteer handyperson services for minor home repairs, including changing lightbulbs, air filters, and smoke alarm batteries.
    • Minor Home Repairs
      Provides volunteer handyperson services for minor home repairs, including changing lightbulbs, air filters, and smoke alarm batteries.
    • Minor Home Repairs
      Offers volunteer handyperson services for minor home repairs, including changing lightbulbs, air filters, and smoke alarm batteries.
    • Volunteer Handyperson Services
      Offers minor home repairs through volunteer handypersons, including tasks like changing lightbulbs and air filters, to assist community members.
  • Respite and Personal Care Support 3 activities
    • Caregiver Relief
      Provides respite care by having volunteers spend time with individuals, allowing primary caregivers to take breaks or run errands.
    • Caregiver Relief Services
      Provides respite care by having volunteers spend time with individuals, allowing primary caregivers to take breaks or run errands.
    • Caregiver Relief Services
      Provides respite care by having volunteers spend time with individuals, allowing primary caregivers to take breaks or run errands.
  • Memory Loss and Senior Social Support Groups 3 activities
    • Community Engagement Events
      Hosts events such as Dementia Friendly Action Team meetings, Aging with Dignity discussions, Music, Memory, Movement sessions, and Memory Cafe gatherings to foster community connection and support.
    • Community Engagement Events
      Hosts events such as Dementia Friendly Action Team meetings, Aging with Dignity discussions, Music, Memory, Movement sessions, and Memory Cafe gatherings to foster community engagement and support.
    • Community Events and Workshops
      Hosts events such as Dementia Friendly Action Team meetings, Aging with Dignity discussions, Music, Memory, Movement sessions, and Memory Cafe gatherings to engage and support the community.
  • Durable Medical Equipment Lending 3 activities
    • Home Mobility Equipment Loan Program
      Operates a Mobility Loan Program that organizes, cleans, repairs, and lends donated home mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and commodes to community members.
    • Mobility Loan Program
      Operates a Mobility Loan Program that organizes, cleans, repairs, and lends donated home mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and commodes to community members.
    • Mobility Loan Program
      Operates a program that lends home mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and canes to community members, ensuring access to necessary mobility aids.
  • ADA Complaint Investigation & Response 2 activities
    • Customer Feedback and Complaint Resolution
      Maintains a process for receiving, reviewing, and investigating customer comments, compliments, and complaints, including ADA-related issues, and provides responses within specified timeframes.
    • Customer Feedback and Complaint Resolution
      Maintains a process for receiving, reviewing, and investigating customer comments, compliments, and complaints, including ADA-related issues, and communicates responses within specified timeframes.
  • Animal-Assisted Therapy & Literacy Programs 1 activity
    • Pet Visiting Program
      Facilitates one-hour pet therapy visits where volunteers and their certified therapy dogs spend time with individuals who enjoy animal interaction.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Mobile Meals Program
      Delivers hot and nutritious meals to neighbors at lunchtime on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through its Mobile Meals program, with an option for weekend meals to be delivered on Fridays.
    • Mobile Meals Program
      Delivers nutritious, hot meals to neighbors at lunchtime on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with options for weekend meals, through its Mobile Meals program.
    • Mobile Meals Program
      Delivers hot and nutritious meals to community members on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, including options for weekend meals. The program operates with the help of volunteers.
    • Mobile Meals Program
      Delivers hot and nutritious meals to neighbors at lunchtime on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through its Mobile Meals program, with options for weekend meals.
    • Volunteer Activity Tracking System
      Operates a volunteer activity tracking system through the Assisted Rides platform to improve volunteer engagement and tracking.
    • Volunteer Management and Tracking
      Operates a volunteer activity tracking system through the Assisted Rides platform to improve volunteer engagement and tracking.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$1.14M
Contributions & grants$953K84%
Program service revenue$186K16%
Investment income$190%
Other revenue$-3K
expenses
Total expenses$1.09M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$626K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.12M
Cash$309K
Investments$696K
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$1.12M
Liquid reserves11.1 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2022 · YoY revenue +19.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Robin Cochran Executive Director (term ended 1/2023) 40 $139K
board members · 14
  • Barbara Giovan — Director
  • Brent Downs — Executive Director (started 6/2023)
  • Camille Tumolo — Director
  • Canon Steven Dart — Director
  • Colleen Rock — Director
  • Cynthia Driskell — Treasurer
  • Heather Burgett — Vice President
  • Madison Wetter — President
  • Mike Johnson — Director
  • Patricia Playman — Director
  • Ronald Fink — Director
  • Sabina Schwan — Secretary
  • Susan Dymoke — Director
  • Suzanne Wagner — Director
relationships · 44

who they work with

  • AARP Arizona Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • AIDS/Southwest Center Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Adult Protection Services Hotline Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Alzheimer’s Helpline Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • American Cancer Society Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • American Cancer Society Arizona Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • American Diabetes Association Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • American Heart Association Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Area Agency on Aging Partner — Listed as a community connection resource.
  • Arizona Caregiver Coalition Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Arthritis Foundation Arizona Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Assisted Rides Partner — Technology partner used for tracking volunteer activity.
  • Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a community connection resource.
  • Cave Creek Limo Partner — Community partner
  • City of Phoenix Public Transit Department Partner — Individuals can file Title VI complaints directly with the City of Phoenix Public Transit Department.
  • Darrell Doepke REALTOR Berkshire Hathaway Partner — Community partner
  • Desert Foothills Volunteers Partner — Partner organization promoting Foothills Caring Corps through the "Buy Local Give Local" initiative in Carefree and Cave Creek, Arizona
  • Desert Mountain Golf Course Partner — Hosts the annual Golf Classic fundraiser.
  • Desert State Roofing Partner — Community partner
  • Family Caregiver Support Program Partner — Listed as a helpful resource for neighbors.
  • Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Partner — Individuals can file Title VI complaints directly with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
  • Foothills Foodbank & Resource Center Partner — Listed as a community connection resource.
  • Fulton Rizzo Real Estate Team Partner — Community partner
  • Gameday Men's Health Partner — Community partner
  • Harold's Cave Creek Corral Partner — Community partner
  • Hospice of the Valley Partner — Listed as a community connection resource.
  • Hundman Wealth Planning Partner — Community partner
  • Kiwanis Club of Carefree Partner — Partners with Foothills Caring Corps, supporting the organization by covering insurance costs for its fleet of vans.
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