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FRIENDS OF OHANA

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 844954449 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE P30 · Human Services · Micro (<$100K) · ohanaaz.org
revenue
$43K
expenses
$16K
net assets
$27K
employees
mission · from form 990

OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE HOPE TO YOUTH AND SPECIAL NEEDS ADULTS BY FOSTERING FAMILY-LIKE ENVIRONMENTS, PROMOTING NORMALCY, AND ENCOURAGING FAITH DEVELOPMENT IN THE COMMUNITY. WE SEE A FUTURE WHERE EVERY PERSON AT OHANA KNOWS THEY ARE LOVED, VALUED, AND HAS A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR. THEY ARE PART OF OUR OHANA. REGARDLESS OF ANYONE'S PAST STORY, ABILITIES, OR NEEDS EVERY PERSON RECEIVED LOVE AND DIGNITY AND IS SEEN FOR WHO THEY ARE.

profile · synthesized from sources

FRIENDS OF OHANA is a nonprofit organization supporting foster youth and adults with special needs in Arizona. The organization provides transitional housing, job training, and life skills programs to help individuals achieve independence. Through its Extended Foster Care program and workforce development initiatives, it offers personalized coaching, employment support, and community integration for vulnerable populations across the state.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Extended Foster Care
Support program for youth ages 17½ to 21 transitioning from foster care, offering success coaching, life skills training, and resources for education, employment, and housing
Life Launch: Skills for Success
Comprehensive life skills program covering interpersonal skills, customer service, job interview techniques, financial literacy, and emotional regulation for foster youth and adults with special needs
Transitional Housing
Apartment-based housing with personalized support for young adults aging out of foster care, offering structure and guidance during the transition to independence
Work Program for Adults with Special Needs
Group Supported Employment (GSE) program providing integrated employment opportunities in the community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Young Adult Job Placement Program
Internship and job placement initiative connecting foster youth with employment partners after completing Life Launch training to gain real-world work experience
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Youth Foster Care Transition Support 11 activities
    • Extended Foster Care Program
      Operates an Extended Foster Care program that supports youth aged 17½ to 21 in their transition from foster care to independent adulthood, providing 24/7 family-oriented, specialized care and personalized living environments tailored to each youth's background and needs.
    • Extended Foster Care Program
      Operates an Extended Foster Care program that supports youth aged 17½ to 21 in their transition from foster care to independent adulthood, providing 24/7 family-oriented, specialized care and personalized living environments tailored to each child's background and needs.
    • Extended Foster Care Program
      Supports youth aged 17½ to 21 in their transition from foster care to independent adulthood through 24/7 family-oriented care, success coaching, and personalized support services. Serves 360 young adults in Arizona.
    • Extended Foster Care Program
      Operates an Extended Foster Care program that supports youth aged 17½ to 21 in their transition from foster care to independent adulthood, providing 24/7 family-oriented, specialized care and personalized living environments that consider each youth's background, preferences, and needs.
    • Support for Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care
      FRIENDS OF OHANA provides support services to young adults aged 17½ to 21 in Arizona's Extended Foster Care Program, helping them transition to independent adulthood. This includes providing Success Coaches, transitional housing, transportation assistance (donated cars, electric bikes, vehicle registration), and comprehensive life skills and workforce preparation through the "Life Launch: Skills for Success" program.
    • Support for Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care
      FRIENDS OF OHANA provides comprehensive support services to young adults aged 17½ to 21 in Arizona's Extended Foster Care Program, assisting their transition to independent adulthood. This includes providing Success Coaches, transitional housing, transportation assistance (donated cars, electric bikes, vehicle registration), workforce development, mentorship, and life skills training.
    • Transitional Housing and Independent Living Support
      Provides transitional housing and comprehensive support services to 360 young adults in foster care, addressing the needs of youth aging out of the system in Arizona through structured programs promoting independence and stability.
    • Transitional Housing and Independent Living Support
      Provides transitional housing and essential resources such as donated vehicles, vehicle registration coverage, and electric bikes to support independence and employment for young adults aging out of foster care.
    • Transitional Support Services for Foster Youth
      Provides Success Coaches, workforce development, transportation assistance (including donated vehicles, registration coverage, and electric bikes), and transitional housing to support young adults in the Extended Foster Care Program as they transition to independence.
    • Transitional and Group Home Support
      Provides transitional housing and group home settings for young adults aging out of foster care and individuals with special needs, offering structured, home-like environments with personalized meal plans, bedrooms, activities, and community engagement opportunities.
    • Transportation Support for Foster Youth
      Provides transportation resources including donated cars, covered registration costs, and electric bikes suitable for challenging terrain to ensure reliable access to work and daily responsibilities for young adults in Extended Foster Care.
  • Café-Based Youth Job Training 6 activities
    • Employment Opportunities at Social Enterprise Café
      Operates a coffee shop in South Phoenix that provides employment opportunities for foster youth aging out of the system, integrating workforce experience into daily operations.
    • Employment Opportunities for Foster Youth
      The organization operates a coffee shop in Phoenix that provides employment opportunities for foster youth who are aging out of the foster care system. They also offer job placement opportunities and internships for foster youth who complete their "Life Launch" program.
    • Employment Opportunities through Social Enterprise
      Operates a coffee shop in South Phoenix that provides employment opportunities for foster youth who are aging out of the foster care system.
    • Employment Opportunities through Social Enterprise
      Operates a coffee shop in South Phoenix that employs foster youth aging out of the system, providing real-world work experience and economic stability.
    • Employment and Job Placement Programs
      Operates a coffee shop in South Phoenix that employs foster youth aging out of the system, provides internships and job placement opportunities for graduates of the Life Launch Program, and offers Group Supported Employment (GSE) opportunities for eligible adults with special needs.
    • Employment and Workforce Development for Foster Youth
      The organization operates a coffee shop in Phoenix that provides employment opportunities for foster youth aging out of the system. It also offers the "Life Launch: Skills for Success" program, which includes comprehensive life skills and workforce preparation, and facilitates job placement opportunities and internships for program graduates.
  • Foster Youth Birthday & Celebration Events 6 activities
    • Recreational and Social Enrichment Activities
      Facilitates vacation experiences, weekend getaways, community outings, birthday and holiday celebrations, and seasonal events like "Ohana Friendsgiving" to foster joy, belonging, and family-style connections for foster children and youth who have aged out of care.
    • Recreational and Social Enrichment Programs
      Provides vacation experiences, summer getaways, weekend trips, community outings, birthday and holiday celebrations, and family-style meals to foster children and young adults in care, with events like "Ohana Friendsgiving" serving over 200 members, families, and supporters.
    • Recreational and Social Enrichment Programs
      Facilitates vacation experiences, summer getaways, weekend trips, community outings, and holiday celebrations—including “Ohana Friendsgiving” and seasonal events—to promote joy, belonging, and dignity for foster children and youth who have aged out of care.
    • Recreational and Social Enrichment Programs
      Facilitates vacation experiences, summer getaways, weekend trips, community outings, birthday and holiday celebrations, and family-style meals to foster joy, belonging, and social engagement for foster children and youth who have aged out of care.
    • Vacation and Social Experiences for Foster Children
      The organization provides vacation experiences for foster children in Arizona, specifically facilitating summer vacation experiences for foster children in the Phoenix metropolitan area, and creating holiday season events for youth who have aged out of foster care and individuals with special needs.
    • Vacation and Social Experiences for Foster Children and Youth
      The organization provides vacation experiences for foster children in Arizona, specifically facilitating summer vacation experiences in the Phoenix metropolitan area. They also host social events like "Ohana Friendsgiving" and create holiday experiences for youth who have aged out of foster care and individuals with special needs.
  • Supported Employment for People with Disabilities 4 activities
    • Group Supported Employment for Adults with Special Needs
      Offers Group Supported Employment (GSE) opportunities for eligible adults with special needs, promoting inclusion and workforce participation.
    • Group Supported Employment for Adults with Special Needs
      FRIENDS OF OHANA offers Group Supported Employment (GSE) opportunities for eligible adults with special needs, providing structured work environments and support.
    • Group Supported Employment for Adults with Special Needs
      Offers Group Supported Employment (GSE) opportunities for eligible adults with special needs, providing structured work experience and integration into employment settings.
    • Group Supported Employment for Adults with Special Needs
      FRIENDS OF OHANA offers Group Supported Employment (GSE) opportunities for eligible adults with special needs.
  • Job Readiness Training 2 activities
    • Life Skills and Workforce Development Program
      Operates the "Life Launch: Skills for Success" program, offering training in interpersonal skills, customer service, stress management, emotional regulation, job interview techniques, resume building, and financial literacy, followed by job placement internships with partner organizations.
    • Life Skills and Workforce Development Program
      Operates the "Life Launch: Skills for Success" program, offering comprehensive life skills and workforce preparation including interpersonal skills, customer service, stress management, emotional regulation, job interview training, resume building, and financial literacy, with job placement and internship opportunities for graduates.
  • Respite and Personal Care Support 2 activities
    • Residential Care for Children with Developmental Disabilities
      FRIENDS OF OHANA provides 24/7 family-oriented, informed, and specialized care in group home settings for children receiving services through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). These homes are designed to meet individual needs, offering personalized living spaces, family-style meals, birthday and holiday celebrations, community outings, and vacation experiences.
    • Specialized Care for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
      Provides 24/7 specialized care for children receiving services through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), with home-like group settings designed around individual preferences, spiritual practices, and family-style support structures.
  • Residential Support for IDD Adults 2 activities
    • Residential Care for Children with Developmental Disabilities
      FRIENDS OF OHANA provides 24/7 family-oriented, informed, and specialized care in group home settings for children receiving services through the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). These homes are designed to meet individual needs, offering birthday and holiday celebrations, family-style meals, vacations, community outings, and social engagement.
    • Support Services for Individuals with Special Needs
      Provides 24/7 specialized care and Group Supported Employment (GSE) opportunities for individuals with special needs through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), offering home-like group settings and individualized support.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Transitional Support Services for Foster Youth
      Provides Success Coaches, workforce development, transportation assistance, mentorship, and life skills training to young adults in the Extended Foster Care Program, supporting their journey toward independence and employment.
    • Workforce Development and Job Training
      Delivers workforce development through the “Life Launch: Skills for Success” program, which includes training in interpersonal skills, customer service, job interviewing, resume building, financial literacy, and emotional regulation, and provides job placement and internship opportunities for foster youth who complete the program.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$43K
Contributions & grants$43K100%
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$16K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$54K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$27K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 4
  • KEVIN DEASY — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARISSA MENCHACA — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARK ABRAM — BOARD MEMBER
  • RYAN SENTERS — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • Arizona Department of Child Safety Partner — Partners with the Arizona Department of Child Safety for the Extended Foster Care program.
  • Dr. Ryan Senters Government — Founder and CEO of FRIENDS OF OHANA
  • Extended Foster Care Program Partner — Collaborates with the Extended Foster Care Program to support young adults transitioning out of foster care.
  • Hanai Coffee Partner — Operates as a social enterprise providing employment opportunities for foster youth supported by FRIENDS OF OHANA.
  • community donors Partner — Donated a vehicle and supported vehicle-related costs for a young adult in Extended Foster Care.