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ARIZONA ASSOCIATION FOR FOSTER AND

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 760741183 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE P32 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.azafap.org
revenue
$644K
expenses
$678K
net assets
$617K
employees
4
volunteers
110
program ratio
98%
mission · from form 990

The organization's mission is to support and serve Arizona's foster and adoptive parents as they care for the children in the Arizona's child welfare system. This mission is accomplished through our mentoring program, networking opportunities, support family events, and training and education to foster and adoptive parents.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Association for Foster and Adoptive Parents (AZAFAP) supports foster, kinship, and adoptive families in Arizona. The organization provides resources, tips, and stories through its monthly blog, covering topics relevant to parenting children with trauma histories and navigating the foster care system.

named programs · 1 · from sources

what they call their work

Blog of Parenting Support
A monthly blog featuring stories, tips, and resources for foster, kinship, and adoptive families, covering topics like school advocacy, abandonment, budget family activities, boundaries, healing words, adolescent brain development, trauma, self-care, nutrition, and identity development.
activities · 10 groups

what they do

  • Youth Bike Access and Safety Programs 5 activities
    • Distribute bicycles to children in foster care
      Collects and refurbishes bicycles to donate to children and youth in foster care, promoting independence, confidence, and healthy activity. The program has provided over 15,000 bicycles.
    • Distribute bicycles to children in foster care
      Collects, refurbishes, and donates bicycles to children and youth in foster care through the "Recycle Your Bicycle" program, having provided over 15,000 bicycles. Also offers bike tune-up services for members.
    • Distribute bicycles to children in foster care
      Collects, refurbishes, and donates bicycles to children and youth in foster care through the "Recycle Your Bicycle" program, having provided over 15,000 bicycles. Also offers bike tune-up services for members.
    • Offer bike tune-up services for members
      Provides free bike maintenance and tune-up services to AZAFAP members during designated events.
    • Recycle and donate bicycles for children in foster care
      Collects, refurbishes, and donates bicycles to children in foster care to promote independence, confidence, and physical activity; has provided over 15,000 bikes through the "Recycle Your Bicycle" program.
  • Basic Needs Provision for Youth and Families 5 activities
    • Operate Jose's Closet for children's essential needs
      Provides free clothing, shoes, baby gear, toys, and everyday necessities to children in foster care through Jose’s Closet, which AZAFAP assumed oversight of in 2025.
    • Operate food and diaper banks for member families
      Provides weekly food bank access and monthly diaper distribution to support the basic needs of foster, kinship, and adoptive families; includes "Emma's Eats," a food bank launched during the pandemic.
    • Provide essential items for children in foster care
      Operates Jose's Closet, a program that provides free access to clothing, shoes, toys, baby gear, diapers, and other essential items to foster, kinship, and adoptive families in Arizona. This includes weekly food bank access and monthly shopping visits for clothing and seasonal essentials.
    • Provide essential items to foster, kinship, and adoptive families
      Operates Jose's Closet, a resource center that provides free access to clothing, shoes, toys, baby gear, diapers, and other essential items to foster, kinship, and adoptive families. This includes monthly shopping visits for clothing and a diaper bank.
    • Provide essential items to foster, kinship, and adoptive families
      Operates Jose's Closet, which provides free access to clothing, shoes, toys, baby gear, diapers, and other essential items to foster, kinship, and adoptive families in Arizona. This includes weekly food bank access and monthly shopping visits for clothing and seasonal essentials.
  • Foster Youth Birthday & Celebration Events 4 activities
    • Host family connection and support events
      Organizes various events for foster, adoptive, and kinship families, including monthly virtual Coffee Chats and Happy Hours, "Staycation" events, Spring and Fall Family Picnics, and optional Parents Night Out events, to foster connection and support among families.
    • Organize annual Staycation and family picnic events
      Hosts annual "Staycation" events at resorts and seasonal family picnics to provide foster, adoptive, and kinship families with opportunities to relax, connect, and build community.
    • Organize family events and staycations
      Hosts "Staycation" events at resorts and family picnics for foster, adoptive, and kinship families to relax, connect, and build community. These events often include optional Mom's or Dad's Night Out activities.
    • Organize family recreational and social events
      Hosts "Staycation" events at resorts for foster, adoptive, and kinship families to relax and connect, including optional Mom's or Dad's Night Out events. Also organizes Spring and Fall Family Picnics and various free and reduced-cost events for Premier members, such as School Shoe Shopping, Holiday Toys, and Family Camps.
  • Family Support Blog Publishing 4 activities
    • Publish a monthly blog
      Publishes a monthly blog featuring stories, tips, and resources for foster, kinship, and adoptive families, covering important topics, family experiences, and updates on events and programs.
    • Publish a monthly blog
      Publishes a monthly blog featuring stories, tips, and resources for foster, kinship, and adoptive families, covering important topics, family experiences, and updates on events and programs.
    • Publish a monthly blog for families
      Publishes a monthly blog featuring stories, tips, and resources for foster, kinship, and adoptive families, covering important topics, family experiences, and updates on events and programs.
    • Publish monthly blog for foster and adoptive families
      Produces a monthly blog featuring family stories, practical tips, resources, and updates on programs and events for foster, kinship, and adoptive families.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 3 activities
    • Offer membership benefits and exclusive events
      Provides free basic membership and a Premier Membership with added benefits, including access to a newsletter, website resources, a Parent Mentor Partners program, and invitations to free and reduced-cost events such as holiday toy distributions, festivals, and family outings.
    • Offer membership benefits and exclusive events
      Provides free basic membership and a Premier Membership with added benefits for foster, kinship, and adoptive families. Premier members receive invitations to free events like school shoe shopping, holiday toy distribution, and various festivals, as well as reduced-cost events such as summer camps and family outings.
    • Offer membership programs with benefits
      Provides free basic membership to foster, kinship, and adoptive families in Arizona and offers a Premier Membership with added benefits for an annual fee, including access to a newsletter, website resources, and a Parent Mentor Partners program.
  • Parenting Education and Skill-Building Programs 2 activities
    • Distribute resources to support youth confidence
      Provides apps, journals, and confidence-building activities to support emotional well-being and self-esteem in youth and teens.
    • Provide member support services
      Offers a Parent Mentor Partners program, weekly drop-in online chats, a newsletter, and a website resource to its members.
  • Foster and Adoptive Parent Support Groups 2 activities
    • Host support and networking events for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents
      Organizes monthly virtual Coffee Chats and Happy Hour events for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents to connect, share experiences, and offer mutual support. Also hosts weekly drop-in online chats for members.
    • Host virtual support events for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents
      Organizes monthly virtual Coffee Chats and Happy Hour events to provide opportunities for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents to connect, share experiences, and receive peer support.
  • Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 1 activity
    • Provide annual holiday toy distribution
      Distributes toys to children in foster care through an annual December event.
  • School Community Events & Family Nights 1 activity
    • Provide parents' night out during family events
      Offers optional Mom’s or Dad’s Night Out events during Staycations and other gatherings, allowing parents to socialize and unwind while children are supervised.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Offer membership with access to resources and events
      Provides free basic membership and paid Premier Membership ($80/year) that includes access to newsletters, website resources, mentorship programs, and exclusive events.
    • Provide educational training and resources for parents
      Offers educational training for parents on topics such as supporting healthy self-esteem in children and teenagers, including communication strategies and resources like apps and journals. Also provides advanced parent trainings.
    • Provide educational training and resources for parents
      Offers educational training for parents on topics such as supporting healthy self-esteem in children and teenagers, including communication strategies. Distributes resources like apps, journals, and activities to support youth confidence. Also provides advanced parent trainings.
    • Provide educational training and resources for parents
      Offers educational training for parents on topics such as supporting healthy self-esteem in children and teenagers, including communication strategies. Also provides advanced parent trainings and resources like apps and journals to support youth confidence.
    • Provide food assistance to families
      Operates a food bank, "Emma's Eats," within Jose's Closet, offering weekly food bank access to all member families.
    • Provide parent training on youth self-esteem and communication
      Offers educational trainings that help parents support healthy self-esteem in children and teens, covering the impact of trauma, signs of low/high self-esteem, and effective communication strategies.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$644K
Contributions & grants$361K56%
Program service revenue$274K43%
Investment income$8K1%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$678K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$127K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$638K
Cash$607K
Investments$0
Liabilities$21K
Net assets$617K
Liquid reserves10.7 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +14.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
NANCY WILLIAMS Executive Dir. 30 $62K
board members · 8
  • ANNETTE MCQUAIN — Director
  • DAN TURNER — Director
  • JAMES BLEE — Director
  • JILL GRIFFETH — Director
  • LISA ORMSBY — Director
  • RALPH LONG — Director
  • TIM HARDT — Director
  • TODD GILMORE — Director
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • Amazon Partner — Utilizes an Amazon Wish List for in-kind donations of bike supplies and program needs.
  • Arizona Grand Resort Partner — Hosts the "Staycation" event for foster, adoptive, and kinship families.
  • Fry’s Partner — Participates in Fry's VIP card program to receive a portion of customer purchases.
  • JW Marriott Starr Pass Tucson Partner — Hosts a "Staycation" event for families at their resort.
  • Jose’s Closet Partner — AZAFAP assumed oversight of Jose’s Closet in 2025, aligning it with its mission to serve families.
  • NACAC Partner — Received the 'Parent Group of the Year' award at the 2019 NACAC conference.
  • Recycle Your Bicycle Partner — Collaborates with AZAFAP on bike collection and distribution efforts for youth in foster care.