↑ parent cluster · ·
research dossier →

PODER

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 830983906 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE R40 · Civil Rights & Advocacy · Small ($100K-$1M) · azpoder.org
revenue
$459K
expenses
$766K
net assets
$508K
employees
0
volunteers
52
program ratio
87%
mission · from form 990

To build a liberated future for people of color in Arizona.

profile · synthesized from sources

AZ PODER is an advocacy organization that builds political power among working-class communities and people of color in Arizona. They focus on disrupting state violence through community governance, organizing their base for action, and shifting culture towards health and wellness. The organization prioritizes community needs in elections and supports candidates committed to co-governance.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Candidate Endorsement and Support
Endorses and campaigns for candidates committed to co-governance, such as Anna Hernandez for Phoenix City Council District 7, Ayensa Millan for Phoenix City Council District 3, Lizette Mier for Phoenix Union High School Board Ward 5, and Francisco 'Frankie' Pastor-Rivera for Phoenix Union High School Board At-Large.
Judicial Accountability Campaign
Encourages voters to vote "Do NOT Retain" on judges who fail to prioritize fairness and equity in their rulings.
The People's Voter Guide
Provides information on what's on the ballot, polling places, and key election dates, based on issues identified by thousands of voters in their neighborhoods.
Voter Registration
Assists individuals in registering to vote or updating their voter registration, including providing information on eligibility and required documentation.
Voter Resources
Provides resources for voters including information on restoring voting rights for those with felony convictions, tracking ballots, finding drop-off sites, and locating legislative districts.
activities · 3 clusters

what they do

  • Youth Voter Registration & Civic Engagement 2 activities
    • Civic engagement and voter registration
      Engages community members in voter registration and broader civic participation efforts, particularly during election years.
    • Civic engagement and voter registration
      Engages community members in voter registration and broader civic participation efforts, particularly during election years.
  • Abortion Rights Ballot Advocacy 1 activity
    • Ballot measure and judicial retention advocacy
      Advocates for voting 'YES' on Proposition 139 and 'Do NOT Retain' on all judges, as part of broader electoral engagement.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Candidate and ballot measure endorsements
      Endorses candidates for local office—including Phoenix City Council and Phoenix Union High School Board—and advocates for specific ballot measure outcomes, such as voting 'YES' on Proposition 139 and 'DO NOT RETAIN' on certain judges.
    • Community organizing against state violence
      Organizes working-class communities to build political power and take collective action to confront state violence.
    • Community organizing against state violence
      Organizes working-class communities to build political power and take collective action to confront state violence.
    • Development of community-led voter resources
      Created "The People's Voter Guide" through direct conversations with thousands of voters in local neighborhoods to inform civic decision-making.
    • Development of community-led voter resources
      Created "The People's Voter Guide" through direct conversations with thousands of voters in local neighborhoods to inform civic decision-making.
    • Political endorsements for local offices
      Endorses candidates for Phoenix City Council and Phoenix Union High School Board positions, including Anna Hernandez, Ayensa Millan, Lizette Mier, and Francisco 'Frankie' Pastor-Rivera.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$459K
Contributions & grants$459K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$766K
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$637K
Cash$632K
Investments$0
Liabilities$129K
Net assets$508K
Liquid reserves9.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 1
  • Ceyshe Napa — Board Member
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • ACLU Partner — Provides information on regaining voting rights for individuals with felony convictions.
  • AZ Poder endorsed candidates and campaigns Partner — Political candidates and campaigns endorsed by AZ Poder that are committed to co-governance with organized communities.