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Arizona Community Health Workers

Douglas, AZ · EIN 813963414 · Form 990 · FY2020 · NTEE E11 · Health Care · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.azchow.org
revenue
$291K
expenses
$214K
net assets
$120K
employees
2
program ratio
85%
filing since
2020
mission · from form 990

The Mission of the Arizona Community Health Outreach Workers Network AzCHOW is to provide a forum for community health workers to inform and unite culturally diverse community health workers of all disciplines, and to strengthen the professional development of the field through resource sharing and collaborative opportunities with community, government, health and educational institutions

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Community Health Workers (AzCHOW) supports Community Health Workers (CHWs) and organizations that employ them across Arizona. They provide resources, training, and technical assistance to enhance CHW programs and advocate for the CHW profession within the state's public health system.

named programs · 11 · from sources

what they call their work

CHW Emergency Preparedness Infographics
Provides infographics for Community Health Workers on emergency preparedness.
CHW Integration
Supports the integration of Community Health Workers into healthcare systems.
CHW Resources
Provides a collection of resources for Community Health Workers, including training, education, networking, and support.
CHW Supervisor's Training
Provides tailored training for Community Health Worker supervisors.
COVID-19 Toolkit for CHWs
Offers a downloadable toolkit and various resources related to COVID-19, including vaccine information and animations, for Community Health Workers.
Care Coordination
Assists with care coordination within Community Health Worker programs.
Long COVID Resources
Provides information and guides on Long COVID for Community Health Workers.
Mental Health Resources
Offers videos and resources on mental health topics, including identifying emotional crisis, self-care, stress, chronic diseases and mental health, and strengthening mental health in youth, available in both English and Spanish.
Technical Assessment
Guides organizations in strategically implementing Community Health Worker initiatives.
Technical Assistance & Support Enhancing an Existing CHW Program
Offers specialized support to improve existing Community Health Worker programs.
Technical Assistance & Support Starting a New CHW Program
Provides comprehensive support for organizations launching new Community Health Worker programs.
activities · 16

what they do

direct service · 8
  • CHW Convening and Recognition Events Scientific Retreats and Researcher Forums
    Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026) as a professional gathering for CHWs, promotores, and public health partners, featuring poster sessions for sharing community impact work. Also recognizes outstanding CHWs through the Excellence Awards.
  • CHW Recognition and Awards Professional and Organizational Achievement Awards
    Recognizes outstanding contributions by Community Health Workers through the Excellence Awards program, highlighting their impact and leadership in community health.
  • CHW Recognition and Awards Professional and Organizational Achievement Awards
    Recognizes outstanding Community Health Workers through the Excellence Awards program, highlighting contributions and impact within the field.
  • Public Health Resource Development and Distribution Community Health Education & Wellness Promotion
    Develops and provides accessible public health resources for Community Health Workers and communities, including toolkits, pamphlets, infographics, and multilingual materials on topics such as COVID-19 vaccine trials, Long COVID, children’s needs during the pandemic, mental health, and emergency preparedness.
  • Public Health Resource Development and Distribution Community Health Education & Wellness Promotion
    Develops and provides accessible public health resources for Community Health Workers and communities, including toolkits on COVID-19, vaccine trial recruitment materials, infographics on emergency preparedness, and educational pamphlets on Long COVID and mental health, available in both English and Spanish.
  • Public Health Resource Development and Distribution Community Health Education & Wellness Promotion
    Develops and provides accessible public health resources for CHWs and communities, including toolkits, infographics, pamphlets, and multilingual materials on topics such as COVID-19 vaccine trials, Long COVID, children’s needs during the pandemic, mental health, and emergency preparedness.
  • Roots Conference and Professional Networking Events Scientific Retreats and Researcher Forums
    Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026) as a professional gathering for Community Health Workers, Promotores de Salud, and public health partners. Includes events such as poster sessions to showcase CHW impact and celebrate excellence in the field.
  • Roots Conference and Professional Networking Events Scientific Retreats and Researcher Forums
    Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026), a professional gathering that includes workshops, poster sessions, and recognition events for CHWs, promotores, community organizations, and public health professionals to share knowledge and impact.
capacity building · 8
  • CHW Training Program Approval and Oversight Community Health Worker Training
    Operates a formal approval process for Community Health Worker (CHW) training programs recognized by the Arizona Department of Health Services, including reviewing applications, providing review guidelines and step-by-step implementation resources, and certifying approved programs. Multiple training programs have been approved, including those from Chiricahua Community Health Center, Pima JTED, ADHS Health Start, and Chicanos por la Causa/Keogh Health Connections.
  • CHW Training and Certification Program Community Health Worker Training
    Administers a voluntary certification process for Community Health Workers (CHWs), including reviewing and approving CHW training programs that meet Arizona Department of Health Services standards. Provides resources and guidance to organizations seeking training program approval, such as step-by-step guides, review criteria, and webinars.
  • CHW Workforce Training and Professional Development Community Health Worker Training
    Provides comprehensive training opportunities and professional development for Community Health Workers, including targeted modules on Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, and Equity & Policy. Training is delivered through events, conferences, webinars, and skill-building programs to equip CHWs with necessary knowledge and competencies.
  • CHW Workforce Training and Professional Development Community Health Worker Training
    Provides targeted training opportunities and specialized workforce development modules for CHWs in areas including Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, Equity & Policy, and core skills development. Offers both in-person and virtual training events.
  • CHW Workforce Training and Professional Development Community Health Worker Training
    Provides targeted training programs and professional development opportunities for Community Health Workers in areas including Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, Equity & Policy, and core skills development. Offers both general and specialized training modules to enhance CHW knowledge and effectiveness.
  • Technical Assistance for CHW Program Development Community Health Worker Training
    Offers comprehensive technical assistance and support to organizations launching or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including services in CHW integration, care coordination, supervisor training, and program implementation planning.
  • Technical Assistance for CHW Program Implementation Community Health Worker Training
    Offers comprehensive technical assistance and support to organizations launching or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including services in CHW integration, care coordination, supervisor training, and program design. Provides technical assessment services to guide effective implementation.
  • Technical Assistance for CHW Program Implementation and Integration Community Health Worker Training
    Offers technical assessment, assistance, and support services to organizations developing or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including guidance on CHW integration, care coordination, supervisor training, and program startup. Resources include step-by-step guides, webinars, and direct consultation.
strategies · 15

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.

  • Advance CHW professional development and leadership through networking and resource sharing professional_development_and_networking unique to this org
    Fosters professional growth and unity among culturally diverse CHWs by creating forums for collaboration, leadership development, and equitable opportunities to innovate and lead in improving community health.
  • Amplify CHW voices in policy and systems through advocacy and inclusion advocacy for CHW inclusion unique to this org
    Advances the CHW profession by ensuring CHWs, CHRs, and Promotoras from rural, border, and tribal communities are included in policy and decision-making processes, thereby shaping equitable health systems and programs.
  • Amplify CHW voices in policy and systems to optimize programs and ensure inclusion advocacy_for_CHW_inclusion unique to this org
    Advocates for the inclusion of CHWs, CHRs, and Promotoras in decision-making processes and supports health systems to effectively integrate and optimize CHW programs, particularly elevating voices from rural, border, and tribal communities.
  • CHW program support and optimization CHW_program_optimization unique to this org
    Supports organizations and health systems in building, sustaining, and optimizing Community Health Worker programs through training, resources, and capacity-building strategies.
  • CHW voice amplification and advocacy advocacy_for_CHW_inclusion unique to this org
    Ensures Community Health Workers, including CHRs and Promotoras from rural, border, and tribal communities, are included in policy and decision-making processes to strengthen equity and community-driven health solutions.
  • Competency-based workforce development competency_based_training unique to this org
    Builds a standardized, effective community health worker (CHW) workforce through training and evaluation grounded in the 11 core CHW competencies, ensuring professional readiness and consistent service delivery.
  • Culturally adapted CHW delivery model community_health_worker_delivery_model unique to this org
    Implements health promotion and disease prevention programs using a CHW delivery model specifically adapted to Spanish-speaking, Mexican American, and Mexican immigrant communities, improving cultural relevance and engagement.
  • Deliver culturally tailored health education and prevention services via CHWs community_health_worker_delivery_model unique to this org
    Implements health promotion and disease prevention programs using a CHW delivery model specifically adapted to serve Spanish-speaking, Mexican American, and Mexican immigrant communities, including targeted education on HIV and STDs in agricultural settings.
  • Deliver targeted health education through culturally adapted CHW models community_health_worker_delivery_model unique to this org
    Uses community health workers to deliver health promotion and disease prevention education—such as on HIV and STDs—to high-risk, underserved populations like farmworkers, using delivery models tailored to linguistic and cultural contexts.
  • Optimize CHW programs within health systems and communities CHW program optimization unique to this org
    Enhances the effectiveness and integration of Community Health Worker programs by supporting organizations and health systems to implement and refine CHW models that are culturally adapted and community-responsive.
  • Professional certification and standardization professional_certification unique to this org
    Advances the professional recognition and unification of the CHW workforce through voluntary certification aligned with core competencies, promoting respect, consistency, and career sustainability.
  • Professional development and networking professional_development_and_networking unique to this org
    Strengthens the CHW field by creating forums for resource sharing, collaboration, and leadership development across culturally diverse CHWs of all disciplines.
  • Strengthen and standardize the CHW workforce through competency-based training and certification workforce_strengthening unique to this org
    Builds a professional, effective, and unified community health worker (CHW) workforce by delivering training aligned with the 11 core CHW competencies and promoting voluntary certification to ensure standardization, recognition, and evaluation of skills.
  • Strengthen and standardize the CHW workforce through competency-based training and certification competency-based_training unique to this org
    Builds a professional, effective, and unified community health worker (CHW) workforce by delivering training grounded in the 11 core CHW competencies and promoting voluntary certification to ensure standardization, recognition, and evaluation of skills.
  • Support CHW professional development and collaboration professional development and networking unique to this org
    Fosters leadership, innovation, and sustainability in the CHW workforce by creating equitable opportunities for learning, networking, resource sharing, and collaborative growth across diverse disciplines and communities.
financials · form 990 · fy2020

the money

revenue
Total revenue$291K
Contributions & grants$256K88%
Program service revenue$35K12%
Investment income$10%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$214K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$174K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$136K
Cash$92K
Investments$0
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$120K
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 3
  • Alicia Sanders — Director
  • Bertha Carbajal — Director
  • Brook Bender — Director
relationships · 17

who they work with

  • Arizona Department of Health Services Government — Recognizes AzCHOW-approved training programs for CHW Voluntary Certification.
  • Arizona Department of Health Services Partner — Collaborating with ADHS as it establishes the state's voluntary certification process for Community Health Workers.
  • Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Government — Collaborated with Maria Velasco on the advisory board for voluntary certification of Community Health Workers in Arizona.
  • Arizona Department of Health Services Health Start Program Partner — Has an approved CHW training program.
  • Arizona Prevention Research Center Partner — Provides free technical assistance in partnership with AzCHOW to help organizations prepare training program applications.
  • Arizona Prevention Research Center (AzPRC) at the University of Arizona Partner — Collaborates with the Arizona Prevention Research Center (AzPRC) at the University of Arizona through the Arizona Community Health Worker (CHW) Workforce Coalition.
  • Arizona State Legislature Government — Engaged with the legislature during the passage of HB 2324 to establish voluntary certification for Community Health Workers.
  • Arizona Western College Partner — Has an approved CHW training program.
  • Banner Health Plans Partner — Employer of K.C. Uber, AzCHOW Board Member, and organization involved in integrated community behavioral health services.
  • Chicanos por la Causa/Keogh Health Connections Partner — Has an approved CHW training program.
  • Chiricahua Community Health Center Partner — Has an approved CHW training program.
  • El Rio Community Health Center Partner — Employer of Maria Velasco, AzCHOW Board Member, and organization where she served as a frontline Community Health Worker for twenty-five years.
  • Maricopa County Department of Public Health Partner — Has an approved CHW training program.
  • Mariposa Community Health Center Partner — Employer of Patty B. Molina, AzCHOW Board Treasurer, and site of a long-standing Community Health Worker delivery model.
  • Pima JTED Healthcare Professions Program Partner — Has an approved CHW training program.
  • St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center Partner — Employer of Josy Torrealva, AzCHOW Board Member, and collaborator in community-based health and wellness programs.
  • Wix Partner — Provides website platform and security for Arizona Community Health Workers Association.