activities · 21
what they do
direct service · 19
- Community Education on Substance Use and Safety Youth Substance Use Prevention EducationProvides educational resources and information on underage drinking myths and facts, Fentanyl, Arizona's Good Samaritan Law, and safe prescription drug disposal locations in La Paz County.
- Community Education on Substance Use and Safety Youth Substance Use Prevention EducationProvides educational resources and information on underage drinking, Fentanyl, Arizona's Good Samaritan Law, and safe prescription drug disposal locations in La Paz County to promote public health and safety.
- Community Engagement Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts various community events including free outdoor movie events, an annual event connecting local off-road racers with youth fans during the Parker 425 Off Road Race, and an annual "Family Fun Day" at Pop Harvey Park to conclude Red Ribbon Week, attracting over 1,000 participants and offering free family photo mini sessions.
- Drug and Violence Prevention Education Youth Substance Use Prevention EducationOrganizes and promotes Red Ribbon Week activities, provides information on safe prescription drug disposal, educates on underage drinking myths and facts, and offers information about Arizona's Good Samaritan Law and Fentanyl.
- Free Outdoor Movie Events Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts free outdoor movie events at the Parker Splash Pad during the holiday season to provide family-friendly community recreation.
- Free Outdoor Movie Events Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts free outdoor movie events at the Parker Splash Pad during the holiday season as a community engagement activity.
- Operate a Youth Center After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates the Players 9th Street Youth Center in Parker, established following a community forum, providing a safe space for youth Monday through Friday from after school until 6 p.m. The center offers various amenities including a video gaming center, air hockey, and other recreational activities.
- PAACE Parenting Academy Life Skills and Parenting EducationOperates a 14-week family communication course called the PAACE Parenting Academy, offered twice annually in August and February. Each session includes dinner for participants, transportation for families with children aged 3–12, and free childcare for children aged 0–2.
- PAACE Parenting Academy Life Skills and Parenting EducationOperates a 14-week family communication course offered twice annually (August and February) that includes dinner, free childcare for children aged 0-2, transportation for families with children 3-12, and uses the Lions Quest Curriculum to strengthen family relationships.
- Parenting Academy Life Skills and Parenting EducationOperates the PAACE Parenting Academy, a 14-week family communication course held twice annually (August and February), providing dinner, free childcare for children aged 0-2, and transportation for families with children aged 3-12.
- Parker 425 Off Road Race Youth Engagement Classic & Vintage Car EventsHosts an annual event during the Parker 425 Off Road Race that connects local off-road racers with youth, providing opportunities to meet racers, obtain autographs, and view race vehicles up close.
- Parker 425 Off Road Race Youth Engagement Classic & Vintage Car EventsHosts an annual event during the Parker 425 Off Road Race that connects local off-road racers with youth fans, providing opportunities to meet racers, obtain autographs, and view race vehicles up close.
- Players 9th Street Youth Center Operations After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates a youth center in Parker that provides after-school programming Monday through Friday until 6 p.m., including recreational and educational activities, and has been enhanced with facility improvements such as a video gaming center, new flooring, and an air hockey table.
- Players 9th Street Youth Center Operations After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates the Players 9th Street Youth Center in Parker, a dedicated youth facility open Monday through Friday after school until 6 p.m., established in response to community need and later relocated to a newly constructed building funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The center includes a Video Gaming Center with gaming consoles, televisions, and an Air Hockey table, and supports youth engagement in drug-free and violence-free initiatives.
- Red Ribbon Week and Family Fun Day Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes annual Red Ribbon Week activities promoting drug prevention, culminating in a free "Family Fun Day" event at Pop Harvey Park that attracts over 1,000 participants and includes free childcare, family photo sessions, and community engagement activities.
- Red Ribbon Week and Family Fun Day Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes annual Red Ribbon Week activities promoting a drug-free, violence-free community, culminating in a free Family Fun Day event at Pop Harvey Park that attracts over 1,000 participants annually. The event includes free family photo mini sessions and volunteer participation from board members.
- Youth Development ProgramsOffers various youth programs including summer programs focused on drug-free and violence-free communities, Players Youth Programming, a Players Volunteen Program, a Teen Mentor Program, and a High School Youth 4 Youth Club. These programs engage youth in community initiatives and provide vocational training.
- Youth Development and Mentorship ProgramsOperates structured youth programs including the Players Volunteen Program, Teen Mentor Program, and High School Youth 4 Youth Club to engage youth in community service and leadership. Also implements the Lions Quest Curriculum to support social-emotional learning and positive youth development.
- Youth Development and Prevention ProgramsRuns multiple youth programs including the Teen Mentor Program, High School Youth 4 Youth Club, and Players Volunteen Program, all focused on promoting drug-free and violence-free lifestyles through engagement, education, and community events.
capacity building · 2
- Youth Vocational Training and Stipend Program Youth Internship and Junior Staff ProgramsOffers vocational training to youth ages 13–17 through a volunteer program requiring 125 hours of service, with completion resulting in a $300 stipend.
- Youth Vocational Training and Volunteer Program Youth Internship and Junior Staff ProgramsOffers a structured volunteer program for youth ages 13-17 requiring 125 hours of service, with completion resulting in a $300 stipend, aimed at building workforce readiness and community engagement.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Core youth engagement for community safety and substance abuse prevention youth_engagementUses youth engagement as a foundational strategy to prevent substance abuse and violence by actively involving youth in community safety initiatives and promoting a drug-free, violence-free environment.
- Core youth engagement for community safety and substance abuse prevention youth_engagement_community_safetyUses youth engagement as a central strategy to prevent substance abuse and violence by actively involving youth in promoting and sustaining safe, healthy communities.
- Evidence-based family programming evidence-based programImplements scientifically proven curricula, such as the Strengthening Families Program, in parenting academies to ensure effective, measurable outcomes in family wellness and youth resilience.
- Evidence-based family strengthening programming evidence-based programImplements scientifically proven curricula, such as the Strengthening Families Program, in its parenting academy to ensure effective, measurable outcomes in family wellness and youth resilience.
- Evidence-based family strengthening programs evidence-based programImplements scientifically proven curricula, such as the Strengthening Families Program, in parenting academies to improve family dynamics and support youth resilience.
- Positive youth development through engagement and empowerment positive_youth_developmentEmpowers youth as active agents in promoting community safety and wellness by engaging them in structured programs that foster leadership, prevent substance abuse, and reduce violence through recreation, service, and participation.
- Positive youth development through engagement and recreation positive_youth_developmentEmpowers youth through structured engagement, vocational training, and recreational activities (e.g., off-road racing) to foster personal development and promote drug-free, violence-free communities.
- Positive youth development through engagement and recreation positive_youth_developmentEmpowers youth through structured engagement in community safety, recreation (e.g., off-road racing), and volunteer service to foster drug-free, violence-free communities while building skills and leadership.
- Vocational training through community service for youth youth vocational training through serviceProvides youth with vocational skills by integrating structured volunteer service into community programs, combining workforce development with civic engagement.
- Youth-led program design and development youth_led_program_designEngages youth as co-creators in the design and development of programs and spaces, such as the youth center, ensuring their vision and input directly shape community initiatives to increase relevance and ownership.
- Youth-led program design and development youth_led_program_designEngages youth as co-creators in the design and development of programs and spaces, such as the youth center, ensuring their vision and input directly shape community initiatives.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Family Fun Day
An annual free event at Pop Harvey Park concluding Red Ribbon Week, attracting over 1,000 participants with activity booths, raffles, and prizes.
Movies in the Park
Free movie showings during the holiday season at the Parker Splash Pad using a giant inflatable screen.
PAACE Parenting Academy
A 14-week family communication course utilizing the Strengthening Families Program for families with children ages 3-12, offering dinner, transportation, and free childcare.
Players 9th Street Youth Center
A youth center providing a safe place for kids to hang out and participate in activities after school.
Prescription Drop Box
Promotes safe disposal of prescription drugs at two locations in La Paz County.
Red Ribbon Week
An annual drug prevention campaign with a specific theme each year, culminating in Family Fun Day.
Volunteen Program
Offers vocational training to young people ages 13-17 who volunteer 125 hours and receive a $300 stipend upon completion.
Youth Off Road Experience
An annual event bringing local racers and young fans together to meet racers and see race vehicles up close during the Parker 425 Off Road Race.
relationships · 31
who they work with
- AEA Credit Union Funder — Received a $500 donation from AEA Credit Union.
- Arizona Counseling & Treatment Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth Faith and Family Parent’s Commission Funder — Receives funding from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth Faith and Family Parent’s Commission Grant.
- Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith & Family Funder — Sponsors the PAACE Parenting Academy.
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Funder — Receives funding from the AHCCCS Substance Abuse Prevention Block Grant (SABG).
- Arizona Parents Commission on Drug Education & Prevention Funder — Sponsors the PAACE Parenting Academy.
- CRIT Behavioral Health Services Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- Cenpatico Funder — Funded a new floor and an Air Hockey table through a Community Reinvestment contribution.
- Christ’s Church on the River Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- Colorado River Sewage System-Joint Venture Funder — Provided funding in 2013 to create a new Video Gaming Center.
- David Plunkett Realty Funder — Funds summer programs.
- David Plunkett Realty Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- Industrial Development Authority of La Paz County Funder — Funds summer programs.
- La Paz County Government — La Paz County Attorney Tony Rogers serves as a board member of PAACE.
- La Paz County Public Health & Education Program Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- La Paz County Sheriff’s Department Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- PAACE Coalition Partner — Operates the PAACE Coalition.
- Pacific Gas & Electric Funder — Provided funding in 2013 to create a new Video Gaming Center and donated $2000 to the Players 9th Street Youth Center.
- Parker 425 Off Road Race Partner — Collaborates with the Parker 425 Off Road Race to host youth engagement activities.
- Parker Elks Lodge #1929 Funder — Received a $2,500 donation for the Players 9th Street Youth Center.
- Parker Rotary Club Funder — Funds summer programs.
- Parker Walmart store Funder — Donated $2500 in 2014 and awarded a $2500 grant in both 2012 and 2013.
- Players 9th Street Youth Center Partner — Hosts the Volunteen Program and serves as a location for recruitment and program activities.
- River Lodge Resort Funder — Received a donation for the Player’s 9th Street Youth Center, raised from their annual Polar Plunge.
- SMILE Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- Suddenlink Communications Funder — Provided funding in 2013 to create a new Video Gaming Center and donated an XBOX 360 gaming console and a flat screen television.
- The Town of Parker Funder — Funds summer programs.
- University of Arizona Partner — Hosted a "Teen Biz" conference attended by Parker teens that contributed to the vision for the youth center.
- Wallace Junior High Student Council Partner — Donates prizes for Family Fun Day.
- Walmart Foundation Funder — Received a $2,500 donation in October 2015.
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