activities · 18
what they do
direct service · 16
- Back to Work program for employment readiness Professional Attire ProvisionSupports individuals starting new jobs by providing new work boots and uniform clothing through the Back to Work program, helping clients transition into employment with dignity and preparedness.
- Community Education Programs Life Skills and Parenting EducationOffers parenting classes and job training through community education programs, including free life skills classes in a dedicated classroom.
- Community Education Programs Life Skills and Parenting EducationOffers parenting classes and job training through community education programs, utilizing a classroom facility in its building.
- Community education and life skills programming Life Skills and Parenting EducationOffers free life skills classes, including parenting education and job training, using classroom space in the facility established during the 2019 expansion.
- Emergency clothing and basic needs distributionProvides free clothing, shoes, hygiene items, linens, blankets, and seasonal supplies to individuals and families experiencing poverty through its Clothes Cabin program. Operates as an emergency clothing bank with structured client service hours and processes donated goods for distribution.
- Employment Support Services Professional Attire ProvisionProvides support services to clients seeking or who have recently obtained employment, including uniform clothing and new work boots through its "Back to Work" program for individuals starting new jobs.
- Employment Support Services Professional Attire ProvisionProvides support services to clients who are seeking or have recently obtained employment, including uniform clothing through its Back to Work program and job training through community education programs.
- Friends Resale Boutique Operation Community-Supported Thrift StoreOperates Friends Resale Boutique, which sells both resale and new items to the public, with all proceeds benefiting Clothes Cabin's mission. Volunteers price, prepare, display, and sell items.
- Friends Resale Boutique Operation Community-Supported Thrift StoreOperates Friends Resale Boutique, which sells both resale and new items to the public, including household goods, accessories, and art. Volunteers price, prepare, display, and sell items, with all proceeds benefiting the organization's mission.
- Friends Resale Boutique operations Community-Supported Thrift StoreOperates Friends Resale Boutique, a public-facing retail space selling donated and new items including clothing, accessories, household goods, and artwork. All proceeds support Clothes Cabin, and volunteers handle pricing, display, and sales.
- Homeless Assistance Program Emergency Shelter ServicesOffers laundry, showers, lockers, and mailboxes to individuals experiencing homelessness. This service is provided at Clothes Cabin during client service hours and includes free laundry and shower facilities.
- Homeless Assistance Program Emergency Shelter ServicesOffers laundry, showers, lockers, and mailboxes to individuals experiencing homelessness. This service includes free laundry and shower facilities at Clothes Cabin during client service hours.
- Homeless Assistance Program with hygiene and storage services Emergency Shelter ServicesOffers showers, free laundry facilities, lockers, and mailboxes to individuals experiencing homelessness during client service hours. Expanded in 2011 to include laundry and in 2019 added shower facilities and classrooms for life skills training.
- PINCH program for remote client supportOperates the PINCH (Providing Immediate Need Clothing Help) program, allowing service providers to request essential items on behalf of clients who cannot visit in person. Volunteers pack orders that include clothing, hygiene goods, linens, and job- or school-related supplies.
- Provision of Clothing and Basic LinensProvides quality clothing, shoes, hygiene items, and basic linens to individuals and families experiencing poverty, including children and adults. This includes an emergency clothing bank and a program (PINCH) for local service providers to request items for clients.
- Provision of Clothing and Basic LinensProvides quality clothing, shoes, hygiene items, and basic linens to individuals and families experiencing poverty, including children and adults. This includes distributing items through an emergency clothing bank, a program for service providers (PINCH), and a "Back to Work" program for job seekers.
capacity building · 2
- Mobile outreach and facility expansion campaigns Capital Campaigns and Facility AcquisitionsConducts capital campaigns to expand service capacity, including the "Hope Grows Here" campaign that enabled relocation to a larger facility in 2019 and the "Threads on Treads" campaign to fund a mobile outreach van.
- Volunteer Engagement Food Packing and Distribution Volunteer ProgramsUtilizes approximately 50 regular volunteers who contribute about 900 hours per month to operate Clothes Cabin and Friends Boutique, including packing orders for the PINCH program.
strategies · 25
how they think
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- Addressing visible poverty and financial strain through clothing provision clothing_provision_for_poverty_alleviationThe organization provides clean, well-fitting, and high-quality clothing and shoes to children in the community, believing this directly addresses visible poverty and alleviates financial strain on families.
- Addressing visible poverty through quality clothing provision clothing provisionThe organization provides clean, well-fitting, and high-quality clothing and shoes to children to directly address visible poverty and alleviate financial strain on families.
- Client dignity through quality standards client_dignityThe organization upholds high standards for the quality of its clothing and facilities to demonstrate respect for clients and restore their dignity, confidence, and hope.
- Client privacy and dignity-centered service delivery client_dignity_and_privacyThe organization prioritizes client privacy by allowing providers to pick up items under their agency's name without requiring specific identifying client information. It also maintains high standards of quality for clothing and facilities and provides free clothing without requiring appointments or referrals, aiming to restore dignity, confidence, and hope by treating all clients with respect and offering open access to services.
- Client privacy protection through agency pickup client privacy protectionTo maintain client privacy, the organization allows service providers to pick up items under their agency's name without requiring specific identifying client information.
- Community outreach for program delivery community_outreachThe organization conducts outreach by bringing its programs directly into high-need communities to ensure accessibility for those who might otherwise be unable to access services.
- Community-based fundraising and awareness community_fundraising_eventThe organization leverages community fundraising events to generate both financial support and public awareness for its mission.
- Community-embedded outreach and direct service delivery community_embedded_outreachThe organization conducts outreach by bringing programs directly into high-need communities and provides items directly to service providers for their clients, believing this approach removes barriers for those in crisis, without transportation, or otherwise unable to access services.
- Curated resale model for quality and impact curated_resale_modelDue to limited space, the organization operates a curated resale model, focusing on selling high-quality, unique, and designer items rather than functioning as a typical thrift store, which helps generate more targeted funds for their mission.
- Empowering self-sufficiency through program-based support program-based support for self-sufficiencyONE SMALL STEP INC uses a structured, program-based approach to help individuals living in poverty achieve greater self-sufficiency and productivity, indicating a belief that targeted programs are effective mechanisms for long-term change.
- Empowering self-sufficiency through program-based support program-based support for self-sufficiencyONE SMALL STEP INC uses a structured, program-based approach to help individuals experiencing poverty achieve greater self-sufficiency and productivity.
- Holistic support for homeless individuals holistic_supportThe organization offers a Homeless Assistance Program that provides comprehensive support including laundry service, showers, and free life skills classes, addressing multiple needs beyond just clothing.
- Holistic support for the homeless holistic_supportThe organization offers a comprehensive Homeless Assistance Program that includes essential services like laundry, showers, and free life skills classes to provide holistic support.
- Holistic support for vulnerable populations holistic_supportONE SMALL STEP INC offers a Homeless Assistance Program that includes laundry service, showers, and free life skills classes, demonstrating a belief that comprehensive support beyond basic needs is crucial for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Indirect client support through service providers indirect_client_supportThe organization provides items directly to service providers for distribution to their clients, which removes barriers for clients in crisis, without transportation, or otherwise unable to access services directly, while also protecting client privacy by not requiring specific identifying information.
- Indirect client support through service providers indirect client supportThe organization provides items directly to service providers, enabling clients in crisis, without transportation, or otherwise unable to access services, to receive aid without needing to visit the organization themselves.
- Open access and inclusive services open_accessThe organization provides free clothing and services to anyone in need, without requiring appointments, referrals, or questioning, and regardless of religious affiliation or other factors, ensuring broad accessibility and support.
- Open-access and inclusive clothing provision with dignity open_access_client_dignityThe organization provides free, high-quality, clean, and well-fitting clothing to anyone in need without requiring appointments, referrals, or questions, and regardless of religious affiliation, aiming to restore dignity, confidence, and hope by demonstrating respect for clients through the quality of items and facilities.
- Program-based approach to self-sufficiency program_based_support_for_self_sufficiencyThe organization uses a structured, program-based approach to support individuals experiencing poverty, aiming to help them achieve greater self-sufficiency and productivity.
- Resale boutique for mission funding and essential item provision resale_for_mission_supportThe organization operates a curated resale boutique, focusing on high-quality, unique items, with proceeds directly funding the purchase of essential items like socks, underwear, and children's clothing for clients, rather than operating as a typical thrift store.
- Resale for mission support resale_for_mission_supportProceeds from the organization's resale boutique are strategically used to purchase essential new items, such as socks, underwear, and children's clothing, directly supporting clients' needs.
- Resale for mission support and essential item provision resale_for_mission_supportONE SMALL STEP INC leverages proceeds from its resale boutique, which focuses on selling special, high-quality items, to purchase essential items like socks, underwear, and children's clothing for clients, demonstrating a sustainable funding model that directly supports client needs.
- Volunteer-driven service delivery volunteer_drivenThe organization relies heavily on volunteers, who are asked for a one-year commitment, to deliver the majority of its day-to-day services.
- Volunteer-driven service delivery volunteer-drivenThe organization relies heavily on volunteers, who commit for at least one year, to deliver the majority of its day-to-day services.
- Volunteer-driven service model volunteer_drivenThe organization relies heavily on volunteers for the majority of its day-to-day services, often requesting a one-year commitment, indicating a belief in the power of community engagement and volunteerism to deliver its mission.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Back to Work Program
Provides uniform clothing required for employment to clients seeking jobs.
Clothes Cabin
Provides free clothing, shoes, and hygiene kits to individuals and families in need.
Homeless Assistance Program
Offers laundry, showers, lockers, and mail services for unsheltered individuals.
Life Skills Classes
Offers free classes focused on life skills to help clients improve their quality of life.
relationships · 15
who they work with
- 1st Bank Partner — Charles Sims, Treasurer of the Board, is a banking officer for 1st Bank, Gilbert AZ.
- Aramark Corporation Partner — Corey Stoughton, President of the Board, is a Vice President of Growth for Aramark Corporation.
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Qualifies for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit, allowing taxpayers to redirect state income taxes to the organization.
- Arizona Dept. of Revenue Government — Provides information on the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit, for which One Small Step, Inc. is a qualified organization.
- Chandler Regional Medical Center Partner — Darren Lewis, a Member at Large, is the Facility Director at Chandler Regional Medical Center.
- Clothes Cabin Partner — All proceeds from the Friends Resale Boutique benefit Clothes Cabin.
- Friends Resale Boutique Partner — Operates a resale boutique that sells donated non-clothing items to generate earned revenue.
- Givebutter Partner — Platform used for event registration and fundraising for the kickball tournament.
- Indeed Partner — Partner platform for job postings including Operations Manager role
- Kyrene School District Partner — Executive Director Amanda Nosbisch previously served as Program Manager at the Kyrene School District.
- Maricopa Community Colleges Partner — Mum Martens, Vice President of the Board, is the Associate Chief Human Resource Officer for Maricopa Community Colleges.
- Open Arms Care Center Partner — Operations Manager Tiffany Pittman has volunteered with Open Arms Care Center in Gilbert since 2016.
- Realty One Arizona Partner — Michelle Lohman, a Member at Large, is a realtor with Realty One Arizona.
- Realty One Group Partner — Cindy Nelson, a Member at Large, is a realtor with Realty One Group, Gilbert.
- Valleywise Health Partner — Deb Sunman, a Member at Large, is a Human Resources executive with Valleywise Health.