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 primary $114KCreated a coalition with other local organizations and governmental agencies that will help pool resources to offer coaching, counceling, employment and training assistance, nutritional programs and other services designed to lift people out of poverty and help them become self-sufficient.
- #2 $54KProvided backpacks with emergency weekend food for local school children of low income families,
named programs · 5 · from sources
what they call their work
Community Health Workers
Engages with the community to promote wellness and connect individuals with health resources.
Financial Literacy Workshops
Workshops that cover topics such as budgeting, bankruptcy, and home-buying assistance.
Food Distribution
Provides food assistance to families in need, serving 350-450 families each week.
Saguaro Food Truck Academy
A workforce development program that teaches culinary skills and entrepreneurship through a mobile food truck.
VITA Free Tax Prep
Offers free tax assistance for individuals and families earning up to $89,000 annually.
activities · 9 groups
what they do
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Parenting Education and Skill-Building Programs 6 activities
- Early Childhood Development ProgramsOperates various programs for young children and their parents, including "Happy Hour: Family Playtime" for free play and social skills, "Mommy and Me Playgroup" for maternal support, "Baby Signs Too" for early communication, "Toddler Time" for interactive play, and baby massage classes.
- Early Childhood Development ProgramsOperates various programs for young children and their parents, including "Happy Hour: Family Playtime" for free play and social skills, "Mommy and Me Playgroup" for maternal support, "Baby Signs Too" for early communication, "Toddler Time" for interactive play, and "Stay & Play Preschool" focused on math and science concepts.
- Family Fitness and Wellness ProgramsOffers "Fun Family Fitness" programs to encourage healthy habits and baby massage classes for parents and infants to teach massage techniques and their advantages.
- Family Fitness and Wellness ProgramsOffers "Fun Family Fitness" programs to encourage healthy habits and provides baby massage classes for parents to learn techniques and their benefits for infants.
- Family Play and Early Childhood Development ProgramsOffers a range of interactive play-based programs for young children and their caregivers, including "Happy Hour: Family Playtime," "Toddler Time," and "Wonders of the Desert," designed to support social, cognitive, and physical development in children ages 0–5.
- Family Playtime and Socialization ProgramsOperates various interactive programs for parents and children, including "Happy Hour: Family Playtime," "Mommy and Me Playgroup," "Toddler Time," and "Baby Signs Too," to foster social skills, communication, and connection among families with young children.
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Family & Children's Hands-On Learning Events 3 activities
- Children's Educational and Fitness ProgramsOffers educational and fitness programs for children and families, including "Fun Family Fitness" to encourage healthy habits, "Garden Discovery" for hands-on gardening and nature crafts, "Wonders of the Desert" for outdoor exploration, "Stay & Play Preschool" for math and science, and art classes for creativity.
- Environmental and Art Education for ChildrenOffers "Garden Discovery" classes for children and parents to learn about gardening, food origins, and nature crafts, "Wonders of the Desert" for outdoor exploration, and art classes with hands-on activities to foster creativity.
- Environmental and Nature Education ProgramsConducts "Garden Discovery" classes and "Wonders of the Desert" programs that connect children and parents with gardening and the natural world through hands-on activities and outdoor exploration.
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Food Preservation and Cooking Education 3 activities
- Family Nutrition EducationOffers an 8-class family nutrition program through its Family Resource Center, covering topics such as MyPlate, meal planning, grocery shopping, food safety, and healthy eating choices, and provides resources for creating nutritious meals.
- Family Nutrition EducationOffers an 8-class family nutrition program covering topics such as MyPlate, fruit and vegetable consumption, meal planning, grocery shopping, food safety, breakfast and lunch ideas, and healthy fast-food and dining out choices. Participants receive resources to create nutritious meals, including recipes and cooking items.
- Family Wellness and Nutrition EducationOffers an 8-class family nutrition program covering MyPlate, meal planning, grocery shopping, food safety, and healthy dining choices; provides recipes and cooking supplies to program completers. Also offers a "Family Nutrition Class" through the Family Resource Center.
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Culinary Job Training & Workforce Development 3 activities
- Food Business Entrepreneurship TrainingOperates the Saguaro Food Truck Academy to help individuals develop the skills necessary to become food business owners.
- Food Business Entrepreneurship TrainingOperates the Saguaro Food Truck Academy to help individuals develop skills necessary to become food business owners.
- Food Truck Academy for EntrepreneurshipRuns the Saguaro Food Truck Academy to train individuals in food business skills and support them in becoming food business owners.
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Free Tax Preparation Services 3 activities
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)Operates a VITA site to provide free tax preparation services for individuals and families earning up to $89,000 annually.
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)Operates a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site to provide free tax preparation services for individuals and families earning up to $89,000 annually.
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) ProgramOperates a VITA site providing free tax preparation services for individuals and families earning up to $89,000 annually.
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Children's Creative Arts & Craft Camps 2 activities
- Children's Art ClassesOffers art classes for children with hands-on activities like finger painting, nature collages, and texture explorations to foster creativity and self-expression.
- Family Fitness and Creative Arts ProgramsRuns the "Fun Family Fitness" program to promote lifelong healthy habits and offers children's art classes focused on creativity and self-expression through activities like finger painting, nature collages, and texture exploration.
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Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Early Childhood Education ClassesHosts educational classes for children ages 2.5 to 5 and their caregivers, including "Stay & Play Preschool: Fun with Math & Science" and "Baby Signs Too," which teach sign language to enhance early communication and reduce frustration in pre-verbal children.
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Garden-Based Education Programs 1 activity
- Hands-On Nature and Gardening EducationConducts "Garden Discovery" classes for children and parents, offering hands-on gardening experiences that teach about food origins, nature, and environmental stewardship through crafts and outdoor activities.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Early Childhood Education ProgramsOperates a "Stay & Play Preschool" class focused on "Fun with Math & Science" for families with children aged 2.5 to 5, exploring math and science concepts in an interactive environment.
- Parent Support and Education GroupsProvides support and educational programming for parents, including the "Mommy and Me Playgroup" for new mothers and baby massage classes for parents of infants 0–9 months, fostering connection, skill-building, and reflection.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$3.92M
Contributions & grants$3.91M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.52M
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead29%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$183K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$5.69M
Cash$923K
Investments$0
Liabilities$489K
Net assets$5.20M
Liquid reserves3.1 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +0.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
board members · 4
- DENNIS ST JOHN — Director
- EDILIA QUIROZ — Director
- NATHAN HALL — Director
- ROBERTA LOPEZ-SUTER — Director
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Good Sheppard United Church of Christ Partner — Hosts the Sahuarita Food Bank and supports its operations.
- Parent Aid Partner — Collaborates to offer the "Baby Signs Too" program.
- Pima County Cooperative Extension Partner — Hosts the "Garden Discovery" class at their location.
- Pima County Health Department Partner — Collaborates with Community Health Workers to promote wellness and connect community members with health resources.
- Pima Parenting Partner — Partners to offer parent education classes, including "Fun Family Fitness".
- Pima Parenting Partner — Partners with Pima Parenting for event registration.
- United Way of Southern Arizona Partner — Partners to provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services.