activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 11
- Conducts monthly public meetingsHolds regular public meetings on the first Tuesday of each month to engage residents and discuss community matters.
- Holds monthly public meetings Member Meetings and ConventionsConducts monthly public meetings on the first Tuesday of each month, during which updated financial reports are shared with the community.
- Organizes community events and programs Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts public events such as the annual Laveen Community Council BBQ in February at Cesar Chavez Park, featuring local businesses, food vendors, performances, and family activities, while also raising awareness of local organizations and offering volunteer opportunities at these events.
- Organizes community events and programs Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts public events such as the annual Laveen Community Council BBQ in February at Cesar Chavez Park, featuring local businesses, food vendors, performances, and family activities, while also raising awareness of local organizations and providing volunteer opportunities.
- Organizes community events and public programs Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts recurring public events such as the annual Laveen Community Council BBQ in February at Cesar Chavez Park, which includes local businesses, food vendors, performances, and family activities, alongside other initiatives to enrich community life.
- Recognizes community service Book Distribution & Reading Space DevelopmentDedicated a Little Free Library to honor Mrs. Christine Dicken’s contributions to the community, serving as a lasting recognition of local service.
- Recognizes community service Book Distribution & Reading Space DevelopmentDedicated a Little Free Library to honor Mrs. Christine Dicken’s contributions to the community, promoting literacy and civic recognition.
- Recognizes community service through symbolic initiatives Book Distribution & Reading Space DevelopmentDedicated a Little Free Library to honor Mrs. Christine Dicken’s contributions, serving as a recognition of community service and promoting literacy.
- Supports community infrastructureFunds and supports local infrastructure improvements, such as paying for lighting at Laveen School baseball fields using proceeds from the annual barbecue event.
- Supports community infrastructureFunds and supports local community infrastructure improvements, such as paying for lighting at Laveen School baseball fields using proceeds from the annual barbecue event.
- Supports community infrastructure and facilitiesFunds and supports local community infrastructure improvements, such as paying for lighting at Laveen School baseball fields using proceeds from the annual barbecue event.
capacity building · 1
- Maintains financial transparency Public Financial Disclosure & Audit ComplianceMakes IRS Form 990 available for public review to ensure transparency in financial operations.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Collaborative community network model community network collaborationBy engaging a broad network of over 25 member organizations—including schools, churches, and civic groups—the Council amplifies impact through structured collaboration and shared representation of community interests.
- Community event-based outreach and awareness community_event_outreachUses public events, outreach campaigns, and media to raise awareness, foster community spirit, and engage residents in collaborative problem-solving.
- Community welfare and youth support through organizational assistance community welfare promotionDirects resources and support to youth programs, scholarships, and community organizations to promote long-term community well-being and address local needs holistically.
- Community-driven engagement through collaborative networks community-driven engagementThe Laveen Community Council fosters community spirit and addresses local needs by engaging a broad network of resident-led groups—including schools, churches, and civic organizations—and leveraging volunteer leadership to strengthen neighborhood connectivity and collective action.
- Community-driven engagement through volunteerism and local leadership volunteer-based community developmentThe organization leverages a 100% volunteer-based model and requires board members to reside or work within the Laveen Village area, ensuring local ownership and sustained community-driven development.
- Ensuring organizational sustainability and ethical governance organizational_sustainabilityThe organization prioritizes long-term financial responsibility, prudent management of assets, and mission-centered governance. This includes ensuring donated funds directly benefit those in need, full disclosure of conflicts of interest, and strict compliance with legal and organizational bylaws, thereby building trust and ensuring effective operation.
- Fostering community cohesion and addressing needs through collaborative engagement community-driven engagementThe organization believes that by providing leadership, facilitating collaboration among local organizations (including schools, churches, and civic groups), and engaging residents through public events and regular meetings, it can foster a vibrant, cohesive community spirit and effectively address local needs and promote welfare.
- Leveraging volunteerism and local focus for community investment volunteer-based community developmentThe organization operates as a 100% volunteer-based entity, directing all proceeds towards youth programs, scholarships, and support for community organizations. This model, combined with a requirement for board members to reside or work locally, ensures that resources and efforts are deeply embedded within and directly benefit the Laveen community, strengthening neighborhood connectivity.
- Local leadership and mission-centered governance mission-centered_governanceThe Council ensures local accountability and mission alignment by requiring board members to reside or work within the Laveen Village area and by making governance decisions that prioritize the organization’s mission, transparency, and long-term sustainability over individual interests.
- Organizational sustainability and fiscal stewardship organizational_sustainabilityThe organization emphasizes long-term viability through financial responsibility, prudent management of assets, and ensuring donated funds directly benefit individuals in need, reinforcing trust and operational resilience.
- Volunteer-based model with reinvestment in community development volunteer-based community developmentOperating entirely through volunteer efforts, the organization directs all financial proceeds toward youth programs, scholarships, and support for local organizations, ensuring resources are reinvested to strengthen community capacity and cohesion.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Laveen Community Council BBQ
Annual community barbecue event held in February at Cesar Chavez Park, featuring food vendors, local business highlights, family activities, and fundraising for youth programs and scholarships.
Little Free Library
Community literacy initiative that installed and dedicated a Little Free Library in honor of Mrs. Christine Dicken for her years of service to the Laveen community.
Scholarship Program
Provides funding for high school graduates in the Laveen community to support their continued education.
relationships · 11
who they work with
- BSA Pack & Troop 244 Partner — Member group of the Laveen Community Council
- City of Phoenix Council Partner — Former members supported the Laveen Community Council in the dedication of the Little Free Library.
- CrossWalk Church Partner — Member group of the Laveen Community Council
- Friends of the Library Partner — Member group of the Laveen Community Council
- GuideStar Network — Profile available on GuideStar, indicating participation in their nonprofit transparency platform.
- IRS Government — Files Form 990 as required by law
- Laveen Baptist Church Partner — Member group of the Laveen Community Council
- Laveen Community Council Network — Member organization serving the Laveen, Arizona community
- Laveen Elementary Education Center Partner — Serves as a designated meeting place for the Laveen Community Council.
- Laveen Elementary School District Partner — Collaborated with Laveen Community Council on the dedication of the Little Free Library.
- Laveen Elementary School District Partner — Member group of the Laveen Community Council