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North Central Parenting Group

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 742416052 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · ncpgaz.org
revenue
$105K
expenses
$112K
net assets
$218K
employees
0
volunteers
25
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

Provide classes, education, and support to parents

profile · synthesized from sources

North Central Parenting Group provides classes, education, and support to parents in the Phoenix, Arizona area. The organization offers structured classes led by child development experts, covering various stages of a child's life from newborn through elementary school. These classes aim to equip parents with tools and knowledge to navigate parenting challenges and foster their children's development.

named programs · 10 · from sources

what they call their work

Class 1A & 1B
Class for parents of children 6-17 months old, exploring mobility, exploration, sleeping, language development, social skills, discipline, preschool readiness, and sibling preparation.
Class 2A & 2B
Class for parents of children 18-29 months old, focusing on key developmental transitions during toddlerhood, including preparing for preschool, potty training, transitioning from crib to bed, managing behavioral changes, and fostering social interactions.
Class 3A & 3B
Class for parents of children 30-41 months old, addressing power dynamics, offering practical parenting strategies, and covering sibling interactions and family dynamics.
Class 4A & 4B
Class for parents of children 42-53 months old, dedicated to enhancing children's social development, addressing anger management, conflict resolution, peer relationships, establishing family rules, fostering self-confidence, and promoting cognitive and physical development.
Elementary Class
Class for parents of children in grades 1-3, offering guidance on parenting increasingly independent children, covering topics like school partnerships, bullying prevention, nutrition, parent-child relationships, digital age parenting, fostering innovation, and encouraging autonomy.
Kindergarten Class
Class offering support and community for mothers and their children transitioning into elementary school, focusing on nurturing autonomy, setting boundaries, fostering self-awareness, and encouraging responsibility.
Newborn A Class
Class for parents of children due September-March, covering newborn development, behaviors, and needs. Infants can be brought to class.
Newborn B Class
Class for parents of children born April-August, ages 0-5 months old, focusing on the baby's first six months, milestones, bedtime routines, and introducing new foods. Infants can be brought to class.
Parenting Exceptional Kids Class
Class for parents of children with suspected or diagnosed learning differences, covering developmental milestones, evaluations, navigating the school system, setting up therapies and resources, and providing parent support.
Pre-K Class
Class for parents of children preparing to enter kindergarten, guiding them on school selection, math and reading tools for readiness, and fostering self-confidence and independence.
activities · 8 clusters

what they do

  • Parenting Education and Skill-Building Programs 5 activities
    • Parenting Education Classes
      Provides bi-weekly parenting classes led by qualified child development instructors for parents of newborns to elementary-aged children, covering various developmental stages, parenting skills, and family dynamics. These classes are held from September to May and include specific programs for different age groups and for parents of children with learning differences.
    • Parenting Education Classes
      Provides bi-weekly parenting classes led by qualified child development instructors for parents of newborns to elementary-aged children, covering various developmental stages, parenting skills, and family dynamics. These classes are held from September to May and include specific programs for different age groups and for parents of children with learning differences.
    • Parenting Education Classes
      Provides bi-weekly parenting classes led by qualified child development instructors for parents of newborns to elementary-aged children, covering various developmental stages, parenting skills, and family dynamics. These classes are held from September to May and include specific programs for different age groups and for parents of children with learning differences.
    • Parenting Exceptional Kids (PEK) program
      Provides a specialized 9-month program for parents of children with suspected or diagnosed learning differences such as Dyslexia, ADHD, and Autism. The program includes monthly classes covering developmental milestones, evaluations, school system navigation, therapies, available resources, and peer support.
    • Parenting education classes by child developmental stage
      Offers a structured series of parenting classes led by qualified child development instructors, covering stages from newborn through elementary school. Classes are organized by child age (e.g., 0–5 months, 6–17 months, 18–29 months, etc.) and address developmental milestones, bedtime routines, discipline, social skills, school readiness, and family dynamics. Classes run on scheduled Wednesdays from September to May.
  • Child Sponsorship for Educational Support 4 activities
    • Financial Assistance for Tuition and Nursery Fees
      Provides financial assistance and scholarships to parents for tuition and nursery fees to support their participation in parenting programs.
    • Financial Assistance for Tuition and Nursery Fees
      Provides financial assistance and scholarships to parents to cover tuition and nursery fees for their children.
    • Financial Assistance for Tuition and Nursery Fees
      Provides financial assistance and scholarships to parents to cover tuition and nursery fees for their children.
    • Financial assistance and scholarships for program participation
      Offers financial aid and scholarships to support parents with tuition and nursery fees, ensuring access to parenting classes and related services regardless of economic status.
  • On-Site Childcare for Parent Support Programs 4 activities
    • On-site Childcare Services
      Offers on-site childcare services for parents attending classes.
    • On-site Childcare Services
      Offers on-site childcare services for parents attending classes.
    • On-site Childcare Services
      Offers on-site childcare services for parents attending classes, ensuring accessibility to their educational programs.
    • On-site childcare during parenting classes
      Provides on-site childcare services for parents attending classes, enabling participation without external childcare barriers.
  • Parenting Education Publications 4 activities
    • Parent Times Magazine Publication
      Publishes a quarterly "Parent Times Magazine" which provides insights on child development, parenting tips, and information about upcoming events.
    • Parent Times Magazine Publication
      Publishes a quarterly "Parent Times Magazine" which provides insights on child development, parenting tips, and information about upcoming events.
    • Parent Times Magazine Publication
      Publishes a quarterly "Parent Times Magazine" which provides insights on child development, parenting tips, and information about upcoming events.
    • Parent Times Magazine publication
      Produces and distributes a quarterly "Parent Times Magazine" that delivers evidence-based insights on child development, practical parenting tips, and information about upcoming events and programs.
  • Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 3 activities
    • Christmas Gift Donation
      Donated Christmas gifts to 150 children in the greater Phoenix area.
    • Family Special Events
      Organizes special events for families, including donating Christmas gifts to children in the greater Phoenix area.
    • Seasonal gift donation program for children
      Organizes annual holiday initiatives, such as donating Christmas gifts to 150 children in the greater Phoenix area, to support families in need.
  • Parent-to-Parent Support for Special Needs 3 activities
    • Community Building and Support
      Facilitates social gatherings and group discussions to connect parents, fostering a sense of community and providing a supportive environment for sharing experiences and advice.
    • Community Building and Support for Parents
      Facilitates social gatherings and group discussions to connect parents, fostering a sense of community and providing a supportive environment for sharing experiences and advice.
    • Family social events and community-building activities
      Hosts social gatherings, including breakfasts before classes and special family events, to foster community, peer support, and shared learning among parents navigating similar parenting stages.
  • School Community Events & Family Nights 2 activities
    • Family Social Events and Community Building
      Organizes special events for families and hosts social gatherings with breakfast before each class to foster a sense of community and connect parents with shared experiences.
    • Family Special Events
      Organizes special events for families.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Christmas Gift Donation Program
      Donated Christmas gifts to 150 children in the greater Phoenix area.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$105K
Contributions & grants$105K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$620%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$112K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead100%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$239K
Cash$239K
Investments$0
Liabilities$21K
Net assets$218K
Liquid reserves25.6 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -5.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 25
  • Aarika Gaona — Public Relations
  • Alexandria Dembow — Sponsorship
  • Alexis Smith — Membership
  • Amanda Shaw — Communications
  • Arlee Maracigan — Fundraising
  • Ashley McFate — Communications
  • Ashley Stewart — Fundraising
  • Ashley Wisdom — Exec Admin
  • Brittany Beatty — Alternate Director
  • Channa Abramson — Outreach
  • Christin Salzman — Social
  • Cristina Kiernan — Treasurer
  • Deirdre Opeka — Education
  • Hayley McInrue — Sponsorship
  • Ilyssa Reading — Vice President
  • Jen Dupuy — Education
  • Jenn Barham — Transitional Director
  • Jenna Rohem — Childcare
  • Katrina Makhni — Outreach
  • Liz Anzalone — Special Events
  • Mary Patterson — Sponsorship
  • Megan Hedstrom — President
  • Michelle Van Der Werf — Membership
  • Nikki Evans — Fundraising
  • Rachel Hall — Special Events
relationships · 13

who they work with

  • All Saints' Episcopal Day School Partner — Hosted the NCPG Member Spring Festival.
  • BLANCO Partner — Hosted a dine-out event where proceeds benefited NCPG.
  • Christ Church School Partner — Emma Porter, a 4A Teacher, also teaches in the Play & Learn class and elementary levels at Christ Church School.
  • Christ Church School Partner — Hosted a Spring Series event in Parish Hall.
  • Christ Church School Partner — Lisa Ameis, a Pre-K Teacher, taught Pre-K/JK at Christ Church School and later transitioned to Marketing and Curriculum Coordinator there.
  • Evereve Biltmore Partner — Hosted a shopping event where proceeds benefited NCPG.
  • JSK TaeKwonDo Partner — Was scheduled to host a Safe, Aware & Strong Self-Defense (SASS) class.
  • POMO Partner — Hosted a dine-out event where proceeds benefited NCPG.
  • Phoenix Children’s Hospital Partner — Dr. Shannon Forshey, a Newborn A Teacher, serves as a pediatric hospitalist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
  • Saint Barnabas on the Desert Partner — Meeting location for classes
  • Saint Thomas the Apostle School Partner — Annemarie Mansour, a 4B Teacher, serves as the Preschool Director at Saint Thomas the Apostle School.
  • Salvation Army Partner — Collaborates on the Christmas Angels program to provide gifts to children.
  • Scottsdale Unified School District Partner — Jennifer Blalock, a Kindergarten Teacher, retired from Scottsdale Unified School District in 2023.