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Cancer Support Community-Arizona

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 860897810 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE G30 · Voluntary Health Associations · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.cscaz.org
revenue
$1.8M
expenses
$2.1M
net assets
$2.9M
employees
24
volunteers
727
program ratio
67%
mission · from form 990

To ensure that no one impacted by cancer faces it alone.

profile · synthesized from sources

Cancer Support Community Arizona (CSCAZ) provides free emotional and social support to individuals and families impacted by cancer. They offer over 100 programs monthly, including support groups, educational seminars, and mind/body therapies. CSCAZ operates in Phoenix and Flagstaff, Arizona, and is an affiliate of the global Cancer Support Community network.

named programs · 9 · from sources

what they call their work

Cancer Prevention Programs
Programs focused on cancer prevention, including free at-home colorectal screening kits.
Educational Programs
Programs to increase understanding of cancer and help individuals gain control over their health journey.
Healthy Lifestyle & Arts
Programs focused on healthy living and creative expression for those impacted by cancer.
Latino Programs (Programas en Español)
Programs offered in Spanish for the Latino community.
Removing Barriers to Cancer Screenings Pilot program
Pilot program in partnership with Maricopa County Public Health to increase access to cancer screenings by providing transportation support.
Rise & Recharge
A monthly Saturday self-care day.
Social Events
Opportunities for community connection and engagement.
Support Groups
Provides education and support for individuals and families impacted by cancer.
Youth, Teen & Family
Activities designed for family members of all ages affected by cancer.
activities · 5 clusters

what they do

  • Cancer Support Groups & Peer Networks 4 activities
    • Facilitating Referrals to Resources
      Provides referrals to external resources for individuals impacted by cancer, having provided over 2,931 such referrals.
    • Facilitating Referrals to Resources
      Provides referrals to external resources for individuals impacted by cancer, having provided over 2,931 referrals.
    • Providing Free Cancer Support Programs
      Offers over 100 free, evidence-based activities each month, including support groups, cancer resource navigation, social activities, mind/body therapies, nutritional counseling, and educational seminars, to individuals and families across Arizona affected by cancer.
    • Providing Free Cancer Support Programs
      Offers over 100 free, evidence-based activities each month, including support groups, cancer resource navigation, social activities, mind/body therapies, nutritional counseling, and educational seminars, to individuals and families across Arizona affected by cancer.
  • Cardiovascular Screening & Early Detection 2 activities
    • Conducting Research on Cancer Screening Access
      Partners with the Maricopa County Health Department on a pilot program to assess whether transportation support increases cancer screening rates, access, early detection, and adherence to screenings.
    • Conducting Research on Cancer Screening Access
      Partners with the Maricopa County Health Department on a pilot program to assess whether transportation support increases cancer screening rates, access, early detection, and adherence to screenings.
  • Comprehensive Family Support Services 2 activities
    • Operating Cancer Support Facilities
      Operates two physical locations, including a one-acre facility with a historic home for programs, group meeting rooms, and a 2,200-square-foot Teen and Family Center, along with a virtual presence to provide support for individuals of all ages on their cancer journey.
    • Operating Cancer Support Facilities
      Operates two physical locations, including a one-acre facility with a historic home for programs, group meeting rooms, and a 2,200-square-foot Teen and Family Center, along with a virtual presence, to provide support for individuals of all ages on their cancer journey.
  • Animal Rescue Fundraising Events & Merchandise 2 activities
    • Organizing Fundraising Events
      Hosts peer-to-peer fundraising walks, such as an inaugural event attended by over 250 community members, and organizes events like the "Paws 4 Hope Community Festival & Walk" in Flagstaff to support free social and emotional support programs.
    • Organizing Fundraising and Community Events
      Hosts peer-to-peer fundraising walks, such as an inaugural event attended by over 250 community members, and organizes community festivals like the "Paws 4 Hope Community Festival & Walk" in Flagstaff to support free social and emotional support programs.
  • Breast Cancer Education & Support Services 2 activities
    • Promoting Cancer Screening and Early Detection
      Distributes free at-home colorectal screening kits to promote early detection of cancer.
    • Promoting Early Cancer Detection
      Distributes free at-home colorectal screening kits to promote early detection of cancer.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$1.77M
Contributions & grants$1.42M80%
Program service revenue$310K18%
Investment income$5K0%
Other revenue$35K
expenses
Total expenses$2.07M
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising18%
Salaries & benefits$1.24M
Grants paid out$44K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.08M
Cash$480K
Investments$813K
Liabilities$197K
Net assets$2.88M
Liquid reserves7.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -5.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Debbie DiCarlo CEO 50 $82K
board members · 22
  • Beth Otterstein — Director
  • Conrad Kockerbeck — Vice Chair
  • Corrine Wilson — Director
  • Erin Dietrich — Director
  • Frank Thomposon — Director
  • Fredrick Kenny MD — Director
  • Jenna Hatcher — Director
  • Jesse Young — Director
  • Judith Phillips — Director
  • Kyle Kilpatrick — Director
  • Leon Boyko — Secretary
  • Mike Ostermeyer — Director
  • Mike Owens — Director
  • Sandi Perez — Director
  • Sarah Privee — Director
  • Selma Kendrick — Director
  • Stephen T Harris — Treasurer
  • Susanna Della Maddalena — Director
  • Tiffany Nelson Thorne — Chair
  • Tim Hill — Director
  • William Remy — Director
  • Woody Hill — Director
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Cancer Support Community Network — Local affiliate of the global Cancer Support Community organization, with access to shared research and network resources.
  • Maricopa County Health Department Partner — Partnered on a pilot program to assess whether transportation support increases cancer screening rates.
  • Maricopa County Health Department Partner — Partnered on a pilot program to study transportation support for cancer screenings.
  • Warner’s Nursery Partner — Presents the "Paws 4 Hope Community Festival & Walk" event.