irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $185KELEVANDO COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION PROGRAM -ELEVANDO IS A COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION PROGRAM TO ADDRESS CRITICAL HOME REPAIRS AND SAFER NEIGHBORHOODS IN DISTRESSED AREAS. THE PROGRAM CONSISTS OF A NATIONAL REBUILDING DAY, WHICH BRINGS HUNDREDS OF VOLUNTEERS TOGETHER EACH APRIL TO REPAIR HOMES AND COMMUNITY SPACES, AND SPECIAL PROJECTS WHICH PROVIDE COMPANIES WITH EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES WHILE HELPING THEIR COMMUNITIES. LAST YEAR THE PROGRAM PROVIDED CRITICAL REPAIRS FOR 40 HOUSEHOLDS AND IMPROVED THE LIVES OF 600 FAMILIES THROUGH COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION ACTIVITIES.
named programs · 2 · from sources
what they call their work
Ramp Program
Installs durable and functional accessibility ramps to ensure homeowners can safely and comfortably enter and exit their homes, helping to maintain independence and mobility.
Safe at Home
Provides home assessments and installs home safety features such as grab bars, handheld shower heads, toilet risers, smoke detectors, and non-slip mats to alleviate critical health, life, and safety issues, with a focus on fall prevention, accessibility, aging in place, and fire safety.
activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 7
- Community space beautification Public Space Beautification & Signage EnhancementBeautifies parks and public spaces in Maricopa County through volunteer-led projects, contributing to healthier and more vibrant communities.
- Community-wide repair and beautification events Volunteer-Based Home Repair & RenovationMobilizes hundreds of skilled and unskilled volunteers annually to conduct critical repairs for homeowners and nonprofit facilities, install accessibility features, and beautify public spaces such as parks. These efforts contribute to healthier homes and safer community environments in Maricopa County.
- Long-term community impact and service delivery Volunteer-Based Home Repair & RenovationHas provided home repair and community revitalization services to more than 3,000 homeowners in Maricopa County since 1991, with ongoing annual support for hundreds of households through volunteer-driven programs.
- Safe at Home program: Home safety and accessibility modifications Accessibility Modifications for HomesProvides free critical home repairs, safety modifications, and accessibility features—such as grab bars, wheelchair ramps, and bathroom assistance devices—to income-eligible residents in Maricopa County, including seniors, veterans, families with young children, and individuals with disabilities. Services are delivered through the Safe at Home program, which includes home assessments and installations meeting safety standards while blending with home design.
- Safe at Home program: Home safety and accessibility modifications Accessibility Modifications for HomesProvides free critical home repairs, safety modifications, and accessibility features—including grab bars, wheelchair ramps, bathroom assistance devices, and fall prevention installations—to income-eligible residents in Maricopa County. Serves vulnerable populations such as low-income seniors, veterans, families with young children, and individuals with disabilities.
- Service delivery at scale in Maricopa County Volunteer-Based Home Repair & RenovationHas provided services to more than 3,000 homeowners and over 500 families in Maricopa County since inception, delivering hundreds of repairs and modifications annually.
- Volunteer mobilization for home and nonprofit facility repairs Volunteer-Based Home Repair & RenovationMobilizes hundreds of skilled and unskilled volunteers annually to conduct critical repairs for homeowners and nonprofit facilities, contributing time and labor to support community revitalization and safer living conditions.
strategies · 11
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.
- Community-led revitalization through neighbor engagement community revitalization unique to this orgEmploys a "neighbors helping neighbors" model to engage local volunteers and partners in year-round efforts to restore homes, renovate community spaces, and stabilize vulnerable neighborhoods, fostering community ownership and long-term resilience.
- Community-led revitalization through neighbor engagement community revitalization unique to this orgEmploys a "neighbors helping neighbors" model to engage local partners and volunteers in year-round efforts to rehabilitate homes, renovate community spaces, and stabilize vulnerable neighborhoods, fostering community ownership and resilience.
- Customized volunteer engagement for large groups customized volunteer projects unique to this orgAccommodates large volunteer groups (10–1000) by managing the full volunteer process and tailoring projects to align with both the group’s capacity (including required donations) and community needs, enhancing scalability and partnership impact.
- Customized volunteer engagement model for group participation customized volunteer projects unique to this orgEngages volunteer groups of varying sizes by requiring sponsor donations and tailoring projects to align with both organizational needs and group capacities, ensuring meaningful participation while supporting community impact.
- Governance model integrating board-executive partnership and performance accountability board-ed_partnership_model unique to this orgImplements a leadership structure that combines Board and Executive Director collaboration for strategic governance, supported by internally developed performance metrics and a commitment to diverse representation reflective of the communities served.
- Housing First approach to community revitalization housing_first unique to this orgUses the "Housing First" concept to rehabilitate homes and revitalize neighborhoods, operating on the belief that a safe, stable home is the foundation for broader systemic change and improved community well-being.
- Housing First approach to community stabilization housing_first unique to this orgUses the "Housing First" concept to rehabilitate homes and revitalize neighborhoods, operating on the belief that a safe and stable home environment is foundational to achieving broader systemic change and improved resident outcomes.
- Needs-based home safety assessments and modifications needs-based assessment unique to this orgConducts onsite, needs-based assessments focused on fall prevention, accessibility, aging in place, and fire safety to identify and implement critical home repairs and safety installations tailored to individual homeowner needs.
- Needs-based home safety assessments and modifications needs-based assessment unique to this orgConducts onsite, needs-based assessments focused on fall prevention, accessibility, aging in place, and fire safety to identify and implement critical home repairs and safety installations tailored to individual homeowner needs and available resources.
- Preservation of affordable housing through home rehabilitation affordable housing preservation unique to this orgFocuses on preserving affordable housing for low-income homeowners by rehabilitating distressed homes and correcting health and safety hazards, thereby preventing displacement and supporting long-term neighborhood stability.
- Preservation of affordable housing through home rehabilitation affordable housing preservation unique to this orgFocuses on preserving affordable housing for low-income homeowners by rehabilitating distressed homes and correcting health and safety hazards, thereby preventing displacement and promoting neighborhood stability.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
the money
revenue
Total revenue$411K
Contributions & grants$410K100%
Program service revenue$8820%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$545K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising14%
Salaries & benefits$174K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$140K
Cash$38K
Investments$0
Liabilities$82K
Net assets$57K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KELLY WATSON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $75K |
board members · 7
- CADEN GILLESPIE — TREASURER
- CATHERINE BARNARD — SECRETARY
- JULIE DELANEY — PRESIDENT
- MARYAM ENDERS — MEMBER
- MELISSIA NUSZ — MEMBER
- SCOTT KNUTSON — MEMBER
- VERONICA SANCHEZ — MEMBER
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Heidi Naranjo Partner — Contact person for board membership inquiries at RTVOS.
- RTVOS Partner — Individuals, community groups, and corporations partner with RTVOS to fund individual projects and mobilize volunteers.
- Rebuilding Together Network — Affiliate of the national Rebuilding Together organization.
- Rebuilding Together Network — Local affiliate of the national Rebuilding Together network.