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Laveen Community Council

Laveen, AZ · EIN 300103261 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · NTEE T12 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Micro (<$100K) · www.laveen.org
revenue
$40K
expenses
$8K
net assets
$90K
employees
mission · from form 990

The Laveen Community Council creates opportunities for a connected community by providing leadership for a growing and changing community, encouraging collaboration among organizations, providing support to community members and organizations, and helping the community to be connected with community spirit.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Laveen Community Council is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization that fosters community connection and support in Laveen, Arizona. It promotes collaboration among local organizations, provides leadership, and supports youth and community programs. The council has served the Laveen area for nearly 70 years, primarily through organizing community events and distributing funds to local groups.

named programs · 3 · from sources

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.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Cultural Heritage Festivals & Celebrations 5 activities
    • Organizes community events and programs
      Hosts 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, to enrich community life and raise awareness of local organizations.
    • Organizes community events and programs
      Hosts 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 programs
      Hosts 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 public programs
      Hosts 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.
    • Organizing Community Events
      Organizes and hosts public events and initiatives, such as the annual Laveen Community Council BBQ, to enrich community life, raise awareness of local organizations, and provide volunteer opportunities in Laveen, Arizona.
  • Organizational Transparency Reporting 2 activities
    • Maintains financial transparency
      Makes IRS Form 990 available for public review to ensure transparency in financial operations.
    • Maintains financial transparency and public accountability
      Makes IRS Form 990 available for public review and provides updated financial reports at monthly meetings to ensure transparency in operations.
  • Regular Governance and Member Meetings 1 activity
    • Conducts monthly public meetings
      Holds regular public meetings on the first Tuesday of each month to engage residents and discuss community matters.
  • Uncategorized 14 activities
    • Community Infrastructure Support
      Funds community infrastructure projects, such as paying for the lighting of baseball fields at Laveen School, using proceeds from community events.
    • Community Recognition
      Recognizes individuals for their community service, such as dedicating a Little Free Library to Mrs. Christine Dicken.
    • Conducts monthly public meetings
      Holds monthly public meetings on the first Tuesday of each month, during which updated financial reports are shared with the community.
    • Holds monthly public meetings
      Conducts monthly public meetings on the first Tuesday of each month, during which updated financial reports are shared with the community.
    • Maintains community recognition initiatives
      Dedicated a Little Free Library to Mrs. Christine Dicken in honor of her community service, reflecting ongoing recognition of local contributions.
    • Public Meetings and Transparency
      Holds monthly public meetings and provides updated financial reports, including making IRS Form 990 available for public review, to ensure transparency and community engagement.
    • Recognizes community service
      Dedicated 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
      Dedicated a Little Free Library to honor Mrs. Christine Dicken’s contributions to the community, promoting literacy and civic recognition.
    • Recognizes community service through public installations
      Dedicated a Little Free Library to honor Mrs. Christine Dicken’s community service, contributing to local access to books and community pride.
    • Recognizes community service through symbolic initiatives
      Dedicated a Little Free Library to honor Mrs. Christine Dicken’s contributions, serving as a recognition of community service and promoting literacy.
    • Supports community infrastructure
      Funds and supports local infrastructure improvements, such as paying for lighting at Laveen School baseball fields using proceeds from the annual barbecue event.
    • Supports community infrastructure
      Funds 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 facilities
      Funds and supports local community infrastructure, such as paying for the lighting of baseball fields at Laveen School using proceeds from the annual barbecue event.
    • Supports community infrastructure and facilities
      Funds and supports local community infrastructure improvements, such as paying for lighting at Laveen School baseball fields using proceeds from the annual barbecue event.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$40K
Contributions & grants
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$8K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$90K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$90K
1 years on record · 2021–2021
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 6
  • Caitlyn Ward — Director
  • Enrique Montes — Director
  • Michael Nowakowski — Director
  • Stephanie Hurd — Director
  • Tony Berastegui — Director
  • Wendy Flood — Director
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