named programs · 11 · from sources
what they call their work
Back-to-School Backpack Program
Annual event providing backpacks for children.
Christmas Program
Annual program providing gifts for children.
Hand-Up Program
Assists qualifying veterans with rent, utilities, emergency housing (hotel nights), daily bus passes, gift cards (food, gas), food, hygiene, cleaning supplies, and other essentials.
Heal-Her-Art for Women Veterans
Monthly and bi-monthly social gatherings providing activities, camaraderie, refreshments, and wrap-around services for women veterans.
Homeless Outreach Program
Partners with homeless street outreach organizations to provide backpacks, hygiene items, water, blankets, clothing, sleeping bags, socks, hats, and pet supplies. Engages homeless veterans with VA and community homeless programs.
Instruments for Success
Promotes healing through music by offering regular guitar lessons and providing musical instruments to veterans and their families, with wrap-around services as needed.
Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF)
Collaborates with AZ Veterans Hall of Fame Society, Phoenix and Prescott VA Maternity Programs and Social Workers to provide necessary supplies for newborns and care packages for new mothers.
Muster and Mingle for Women Veterans
Monthly and bi-monthly social gatherings providing activities, camaraderie, refreshments, and wrap-around services for women veterans.
Rest and Recreation for Male Veterans
Monthly and bi-monthly social gatherings providing activities, camaraderie, refreshments, and wrap-around services for male veterans.
Thanksgiving and Christmas Program for Senior/Disabled Veterans
Annual program delivering food to senior and disabled veterans.
Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up
An event focused on meeting the needs of homeless and struggling women veterans by providing clothes, backpacks, goody bags, and connecting them with services and programs.
activities · 14 groups
what they do
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Veteran Social and Therapeutic Engagement Events 10 activities
- Community event collaboration and supportSupports and participates in community veteran events such as the Arizona Veterans Stand Down/Up Women’s Section, Women Veterans Expos, and other organizational events to expand outreach and service access.
- Hosts events providing food, supplies, and recreational activities for veteransOrganizes events that offer free admission, food, raffle tickets, refreshments, snacks, and lunch to veterans, including targeted events like the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" and monthly social gatherings such as "Muster and Mingle" and "Rest and Recreation" for camaraderie and wrap-around services.
- Instruments for Success ProgramOffers regular guitar lessons and provides musical instruments to veterans and their families as a therapeutic resource to promote healing through music.
- Promotes healing through music and arts programsOffers regular guitar lessons and musical instruments to veterans and families through the "Instruments for Success" program and hosts art-based healing events like "Heal-Her-Art for Women Veterans."
- Social and Recreational Engagement ProgramsHosts regular social events for veterans, including gender-specific gatherings like "Rest and Recreation for Male Veterans" and art/music-based healing activities, offering refreshments, camaraderie, and access to wrap-around services.
- Social and therapeutic engagement programsHosts regular social gatherings such as "Muster and Mingle," "Heal-Her-Art," and "Rest and Recreation" events, offering refreshments, activities, and wrap-around services. Also provides guitar lessons and musical instruments through the "Instruments for Success" program to promote healing and connection.
- Support for Community Veteran EventsProvides logistical and programmatic support to external veteran events such as the Arizona Veterans Stand Down/Up, Women Veterans Expos, and other community-organized gatherings.
- Supports veteran community events and exposProvides support to community events such as the Arizona Veterans Stand Down/Up Women’s Section, Women Veterans Expos, and other veteran-focused gatherings.
- Veteran Community Events and Social SupportOrganizes and hosts various events for veterans, including social gatherings like "Muster and Mingle" and "Heal-Her-Art" for women veterans, "Rest and Recreation" for male veterans, and larger events providing free admission, food, and raffles. Also supports community veteran events such as Stand Downs and Expos.
- Veteran Social Gatherings and Wellness ProgramsOrganizes monthly and bi-monthly social gatherings for veterans, including "Muster and Mingle for Women Veterans," "Heal-Her-Art for Women Veterans," and "Rest and Recreation for Male Veterans," offering activities, camaraderie, refreshments, and wrap-around services. This also includes providing guitar lessons and musical instruments through the "Instruments for Success" program.
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Essential Items Distribution for Veterans 9 activities
- Community PartnershipsPartners with over 400 organizations in a network to support veterans and provides linens, quilts, hygiene products, household supplies, and other essentials to partner organizations.
- Direct Assistance for VeteransProvides direct assistance to veterans through the "Hand-Up Program" for rent, utilities, emergency housing, transportation, food, and other essentials, and connects them to available resources. This includes delivering food, hygiene products, and other essentials to senior and disabled veterans.
- Food and Essential Item DistributionDistributes fresh vegetables, food, hygiene products, and other essentials to veterans, including specific deliveries for senior and disabled veterans, and provides items like linens, quilts, and household supplies to partner organizations.
- Homeless Outreach ProgramSupplies backpacks, hygiene items, water, blankets, and other essentials to homeless individuals and engages homeless veterans with VA and community homeless programs.
- Homeless Outreach ProgramDistributes survival essentials such as backpacks, sleeping bags, socks, hygiene items, water, blankets, pet supplies, and clothing to homeless individuals, with targeted engagement of homeless veterans through VA and community programs.
- Homeless Outreach and SupportEngages homeless veterans with VA and community programs, and distributes essential items such as clothes, backpacks, hygiene products, water, blankets, and pet supplies through its Homeless Outreach Program.
- Provides essential goods and supplies to homeless, senior, and disabled veteransDistributes food, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, clothing, backpacks, blankets, sleeping bags, socks, hats, pet supplies, and household essentials to homeless, senior, and disabled veterans through outreach programs and direct delivery.
- Provision of emergency and essential needs assistanceDelivers food, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, clothing, blankets, sleeping bags, and other household and personal essentials to homeless, senior, and disabled veterans through outreach programs and direct distribution events. Includes emergency housing support such as hotel nights and utility/rent assistance via the "Hand-Up Program."
- Resource Distribution to Partner OrganizationsSupplies partner organizations with linens, quilts, hygiene and household supplies, children's books, toys, school supplies, and crafts to support broader veteran service efforts.
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24/7 Crisis Hotline Operations 6 activities
- Community Referral and Emergency Services SupportFacilitates access to emergency services by providing information for 211 (Get Connected 211), including phone numbers and website referral, to connect veterans with broader community resources.
- Emergency services referral and informationProvides access to emergency services through Get Connected 211, offering referral information via phone (2-1-1 or 877-211-8661) and directing veterans to 211arizona.org for additional support.
- Operates a veteran support helpline and emergency referral systemRuns a dedicated support line at 866-4AZ-VETS and connects veterans to emergency services via 211 (Get Connected 211), providing immediate access to critical community resources.
- Operation of a veteran support helplineOperates a dedicated support line at 866-4AZ-VETS to assist veterans with access to services and resources.
- Veteran Support LineOperates a support line for veterans at 866-4AZ-VETS to provide assistance and resources.
- Veteran Support Line OperationOperates a dedicated support line for veterans at 866-4AZ-VETS, providing direct access to assistance and resources.
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Veteran Outreach & Awareness Engagement 5 activities
- Advocacy and Awareness for Women VeteransCollaborates with stakeholders to identify and address systemic challenges faced by women veterans and raises public awareness through speaking engagements at community groups, organizations, and business meetings.
- Advocacy and awareness for women veteransCollaborates with partners to identify and address challenges faced by women veterans and raises broader awareness of veteran issues by speaking at community events, organizations, associations, and business meetings.
- Advocacy for Veteran IssuesCollaborates to identify and address issues and challenges faced by women veterans and raises awareness of veteran issues by speaking at community events and organizations.
- Advocates for women veterans through collaboration and public educationWorks with partners to identify and address challenges facing women veterans and raises awareness of veteran issues by speaking at community events, organizations, and business meetings.
- Veteran Advocacy and AwarenessCollaborates to identify and address issues faced by women veterans and raises awareness of veteran issues by speaking at community events, organizations, and business meetings.
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Military Family Newborn & Dorm Support Kits 5 activities
- Family and Holiday Support ProgramsProvides newborn supplies and care packages for mothers through its Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program, and hosts annual events such as a Back-to-School Backpack Program, Thanksgiving and Christmas food delivery, and a Christmas gift program for children.
- Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF)Provides newborn supply totes and care packages for mothers through a dedicated outreach program supporting veteran families during maternity.
- Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF)Provides a tote of newborn supplies and a care package for mothers through its Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program.
- Maternity and family support outreachProvides newborn supply totes and care packages for mothers through the Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program, supporting veteran families with essential infant and maternal items.
- Offers maternity and family support for veteran familiesProvides newborn supply totes and care packages for mothers through the Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program.
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Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 4 activities
- Annual Community Events and SupportHosts annual events such as a Back-to-School Backpack Program, Thanksgiving and Christmas food delivery for senior/disabled veterans, and a Christmas program providing gifts for children. The organization also supports community veteran events like the Arizona Veterans Stand Down/Up Women’s Section and Women Veterans Expos.
- Food and Supply Distribution EventsHosts events to distribute food—including fresh vegetables—and essential supplies to veterans, including senior and disabled veterans, with annual programs for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and back-to-school needs.
- Hosts annual holiday and back-to-school programs for veterans and familiesOrganizes recurring programs including a Back-to-School Backpack Program, Thanksgiving and Christmas food deliveries for senior and disabled veterans, and a Christmas gift program for veterans' children.
- Seasonal and annual support eventsOrganizes annual programs including a Back-to-School Backpack Program, Thanksgiving and Christmas food deliveries for senior and disabled veterans, and a Christmas gift program for veterans' children.
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Veterans Benefits Information & Referral 4 activities
- Distribution of educational and benefits guidance resourcesProvides veterans with a comprehensive Veterans Benefits Guide and educational resources on topics including the GI Bill, VA disability compensation, housing, employment, mental health, and transition support. Also offers student study guides for veteran families.
- Facilitates access to veteran benefits and external resourcesOffers a comprehensive Veterans Benefits Guide and maintains a list of external resources covering SNAP, VA housing, education (GI Bill), employment, PTSD, healthcare, and burial benefits, along with a search tool for local VA resources.
- Information and Resource ReferralsProvides veterans with information and referrals to external resources covering topics such as SNAP benefits, VA housing grants, VA loans, employment, education, PTSD coping mechanisms, and emergency services.
- Veteran Resource Information and EducationProvides comprehensive educational materials and guides on veterans’ benefits, including VA claims, housing, employment, education (GI Bill), mental health (PTSD), and access to state and federal programs, as well as study skills resources for student veterans.
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Veteran Emergency and Financial Relief 4 activities
- Emergency Assistance and Resource NavigationProvides direct financial and in-kind assistance for rent, utilities, emergency housing, food, and gas, and connects veterans to external resources for SNAP benefits, VA housing grants, loans, employment, and PTSD counseling. Operates a support line and a one-stop center in Phoenix, AZ, offering case workers, medical triage, documentation help, housing assessments, and employment assistance.
- One-Stop Center ServicesOffers general assistance through a one-stop center in Phoenix, AZ, providing case workers, medical triage, help with documentation, housing assessments, and employment assistance.
- One-stop case management and stabilization servicesOffers comprehensive case management through a one-stop center in Phoenix, AZ, including medical triage, documentation assistance, housing assessments, employment support, and connections to resources to help veterans stabilize their lives.
- Operates a one-stop service center for veteran case managementProvides in-person support in Phoenix, AZ, including case workers, medical triage, documentation assistance, housing assessments, and employment help through a centralized service hub.
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Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance 2 activities
- Delivers financial and emergency assistance through the Hand-Up ProgramOffers emergency support including rent and utility assistance, hotel stays, bus passes, gift cards for food and gas, and connections to resources through the Hand-Up Program.
- Emergency and Essential Needs AssistanceProvides emergency financial and material aid through the "Hand-Up Program," including support for rent, utilities, emergency housing, transportation (bus passes, gas cards), food (gift cards, groceries), and essential household and personal supplies like hygiene and cleaning products.
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Veteran Mental Health & Peer Support Services 2 activities
- Shares historical and personal veteran stories through digital mediaProvides access to over 1,000 videos, written stories, and podcasts featuring veterans' experiences, mental health journeys, and recovery, including historical resources on women’s roles in U.S. military branches.
- Veteran Storytelling and Historical ResourcesProvides access to over 1,000 videos, written stories, and podcasts featuring veterans' experiences, challenges, and recovery, and offers links to historical resources on women in various branches of the U.S. military.
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Transitional and Permanent Supportive Housing 1 activity
- Conducts outreach and engagement for homeless veteransEngages homeless veterans through outreach programs and connects them with VA and community-based homeless services to support housing stability and access to care.
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Veteran Service Office Operations 1 activity
- One-Stop Resource Center in PhoenixOperates a physical center in Phoenix, AZ, offering case management, medical triage, documentation assistance, housing assessments, and employment support to veterans in need.
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Youth Support Through Arts and Education 1 activity
- Therapeutic and Educational ProgramsOffers regular guitar lessons and musical instruments through its "Instruments for Success" program to promote healing through music, and provides educational resources for students on study skills and stress management.
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Uncategorized 8 activities
- Builds capacity through veteran service network partnershipsCollaborates with over 400 organizations in a network to expand support and resource access for veterans.
- Capacity building through veteran service networkPartners with over 400 organizations to build a coordinated network that enhances service delivery and resource access for veterans across Arizona.
- Network Partnership and Capacity BuildingMaintains a collaborative network of over 400 organizations to strengthen coordinated support systems for veterans.
- Partner Network DevelopmentPartners with over 400 organizations to create a network that supports veterans.
- Provides educational and study resources for student veteransOffers guides on study planning, exam preparation, note-taking, stress management, and test-taking strategies for student veterans through partnerships with educational platforms.
- Support for homeless and struggling women veteransOrganizes the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" event and other outreach initiatives that provide transportation, meals, snacks, clothing, backpacks, and goody bags with supplies to homeless and struggling women veterans. Includes engagement with VA and community homeless programs.
- Women Veteran Support EventsOrganizes the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" event to address the needs of homeless and struggling women veterans, providing transportation, refreshments, snacks, and lunch, and distributes clothes, backpacks, and goody bags with supplies.
- Women Veterans Support ServicesOrganizes targeted programs and events such as the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" and "Muster and Mingle" gatherings, providing transportation, meals, clothing, backpacks, and wrap-around services for homeless and struggling women veterans.
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financials · form 990 · fy2019
revenue
Total revenue$297K
Contributions & grants$296K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$9490%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$192K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$48K
Grants paid out$65K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$687K
Cash$687K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$687K
Liquid reserves42.9 mo
1 years on record · 2019–2019
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2019
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOAN E SISCO | FOUNDER/CEO | 50 | $48K |
board members · 4
- CHRISTINE MAHON — TREASURER
- DARLENE GONZALES — VICE PRESIDENT
- PAT UPAH — DIRECTOR
- REBEKAH DUROCHER — SECRETARY
relationships · 25
who they work with
- AZ Veterans Hall of Fame Society Partner — Collaborates with for the Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program.
- American Legion Post 1 Partner — Hosts the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" event at their location in Phoenix, AZ.
- Arizona Dept of Economic Services Partner — Exhibitor at the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" event, sharing services and programs.
- Arizona Dept of Veteran Services Partner — Exhibitor at the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" event, sharing services and programs.
- Family Promise Partner — Partners with to provide linens, quilts, afghans, hygiene, household supplies, children’s toys, books, crafts, games, school supplies, and other needed essentials.
- Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family Partner — Partner and supporter of Be Connected and ConnectVeterans.org.
- Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation Partner — Collaborates on the Whole Health Virtual Library.
- Phoenix VA Health Care System Partner — Co-hosts vegetable distribution event for Veterans.
- Phoenix VA Maternity Programs Partner — Collaborates with for the Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program.
- Prescott VA Maternity Programs Partner — Collaborates with for the Maternity Outreach for Veteran Families (MOVF) program.
- Roosevelt Neighborhood Women’s Club Partner — Partners with to assist foster children and underprivileged families by providing linens, quilts, afghans, hygiene, household supplies, children’s toys, books, crafts, games, school supplies, and other needed essentials.
- Sunshine Residential Children’s Homes Partner — Partners with to provide linens, quilts, afghans, hygiene, household supplies, children’s toys, books, crafts, games, school supplies, and other needed essentials.
- The Women's Memorial Partner — Collaborates on a tribute to America's servicewomen.
- Tucson Fisher House Partner — Partners with to provide linens, quilts, afghans, hygiene, household supplies, children’s toys, books, crafts, games, school supplies, and other needed essentials.
- U.S. Air Force Partner — Links to U.S. Air Force historical resources on women in the military.
- U.S. Army Partner — Links to U.S. Army historical resources on women in the military.
- U.S. Coast Guard Partner — Links to U.S. Coast Guard historical resources on women and SPARS.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Partner — Provides Be Connected and ConnectVeterans.org in partnership with VETERANS FIRST LIMITED.
- U.S. Navy Partner — Links to U.S. Navy historical resources on women in the military.
- University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Integrative Medicine Program Partner — Collaborates on the Whole Health Virtual Library.
- VA Government — Provides resources to help Veterans, their families, caregivers, and others.
- VFW 720 Partner — Hosted the Merry Vet-Mas 2025 event in collaboration with Veterans First LTD.
- VHA Office of Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation Partner — Collaborates on the Whole Health Virtual Library in support of VHA's mission.
- Veterans Administration Partner — Exhibitor at the "Women Veteran Rising Stand-Up" event, sharing services and programs.
- Whole Health Virtual Library Partner — Refers to the Whole Health Virtual Library as a resource for exploring, educating, and practicing Whole Health and integrative methods.