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GENESIS PROGRAM INC

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860739107 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P34Z · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.genesiscity.org
revenue
$1.6M
expenses
$1.2M
net assets
$2.8M
employees
11
volunteers
15
program ratio
71%
mission · from form 990

GENESIS CITY'S MISSION IS TO EFFECT POSITIVE CHANGE IN OUR COMMUNITY BY EMPOWERING DISADVANTAGED YOUTH TO ACQUIRE THE EDUCATION AND WORK SKILLS THEY NEED TO BECOME LIFELONG LEARNERS AND PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF THEIR COMMUNITY IN THIS AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Genesis City operates an alternative high school, Genesis Academy, for disadvantaged youth aged 14-21 in Maricopa County, Arizona. The organization provides comprehensive educational, social, and career services to help students overcome socioeconomic barriers, achieve high school graduation, and transition to post-secondary education or the workforce. Since 1991, it has served over 7,000 teenagers, focusing on breaking cycles of poverty.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $624K
    GENESIS CITY HAS OPERATED GENESIS ACADEMY, A PREMIER (COGNIA ACCREDITED) ALTERNATIVE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL INSTITUTED SINCE 1993. GENESIS ACADEMY'S FACULTY AND STAFF ARE EXPERTS IN THE SPECIALIZED FIELD OF EDUCATING DISENGAGED 14-21 YEAR OLDS AND TRANSITIONING THEM TO POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION. NINETY-NINE PERCENT OF THE YOUTH GENESIS ACADEMY SERVES ARE STRUGGLING WITH PSYCHOSOCIAL BARRIERS TO SUCCESS AND THE YOUTH IT SERVES INCLUDE PREGNANT AND PARENTING TEENS, TEENS STRUGGLING WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE, ADJUDICATED YOUTH, AND VICTIMS OF NEGLECT OR VIOLENCE. GENESIS ACADEMY'S LEADERSHIP HAS BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN FORGING THE PATH FOR ARIZONA'S DYNAMIC ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL MOVEMENT AND HELPED INSTITUTE THE CURRENT ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL ACADEMIC ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM THAT IS EMPLOYED BY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. HUNDREDS OF GENESIS ACADEMY ALUMNI, YOUTH WHO HAD GIVEN UP HOPE OF REACHING THEIR TRUE POTENTIAL, HAVE EARNED DIPLOMAS, PERSEVERED THROUGH COLLEGE, AND ATTAINED SUCCESSFUL CAREERS. GENESIS ACADEMY BREAKS THE CYCLE OF POVERTY IN JUST ONE GENERATION AS SIXTY SIX PERCENT OF ITS GRADUATES ARE THE FIRST IN THEIR FAMILIES TO EARN DIPLOMAS AND HISTORICALLY, SEVENTY PERCENT OF THESE GRADUATES CONTINUE IN POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION. GENESIS ACADEMY'S PROGRAMS INCLUDE: -RIGOROUS DIPLOMA COURSEWORK -CAREER NETWORKING DAYS AND JOB INTERNSHIPS -QUALITY CREDIT RECOVERY PROGRAMS -CIVICS INSTRUCTION, CHARACTER EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICE -GIS TRAINING -HONORS PROGRAM -INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION -COLLEGE READINESS TRAINING AND FINANCIAL AID ASSISTANCE -FREE AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING -QUALITY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES INCLUDING MUSIC, LITERATURE, , THEATRE, SPORTS AND DANCE -YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS PROGRAM -WORKLINK SCHOOL TO WORK PROGRAM
named programs · 14 · from sources

what they call their work

Character Education and Civic Engagement Programs
Programs focused on developing character and promoting civic participation among youth.
College and Career Readiness Training
Training to prepare students for higher education and professional careers.
Community Service and Civic Engagement
Initiatives encouraging students to participate in community service and civic activities.
Credit Recovery Programs
Programs designed to help students recover academic credits.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Support for students to access financial aid and scholarships for further education.
Fine Arts and Theatre
Programs in fine arts and theatre for student enrichment.
Food and Clothing Assistance and Social Service Referrals
Provides essential support like food and clothing, and connects students with other social services.
Genesis Academy Alternative High School
An alternative high school for motivated students aged 14-21, providing individualized support, comprehensive education, and high academic standards to prepare them for college, technical school, or the workforce.
Intensive Skills Remediation
Targeted support to improve basic academic skills.
Life Coaching, Goal Setting and Individualized Life Planning
Personalized coaching and planning to help students set goals and navigate life challenges.
Physical Fitness, Nutrition Education and Wellness Program
Programs promoting physical health, healthy eating, and overall well-being.
Post Secondary Registration
Assistance with registration for post-secondary education.
WorkLink Program
Provides job readiness training and placement services for students.
Youth Reclamation Drive
Fundraising initiative to open opportunities for economically disadvantaged communities in Phoenix.
activities · 10 clusters

what they do

  • Youth Civic Leadership Development 3 activities
    • Citizens of the Future program
      Operates the Citizens of the Future program as part of its community center offerings to serve youth and families.
    • Civic engagement programming
      Delivers civic engagement programming focused on building self-esteem, leadership skills, resume credentials, and scholarship potential among youth.
    • Community Center Operations
      Operates a community center that hosts multiple programs and services for disadvantaged youth and their families.
  • Youth Internship Placement 2 activities
    • Life Planning and Workforce Development
      Provides life planning services including goal setting, academic planning, career placement, and college readiness training through the Thunderbirds Charities Life Planning Center. It also operates a workforce development program called Worklink Program.
    • Workforce development programs
      Operates the Worklink Program and the Trailblazer Program to support workforce readiness and development for disadvantaged youth.
  • STEM Competition & Robotics Programs 2 activities
    • Youth Research and Innovation
      Engages youth in research, as evidenced by winning first place in the KIDSS Innovation and Science Competition for research on wind turbine blade efficiency.
    • Youth STEM research and innovation
      Supports student-led research, including winning first place in the KIDSS Innovation and Science Competition for a project on wind turbine blade efficiency.
  • Post-Secondary Transition Support 1 activity
    • College access and success support
      Offers free college classes to high school students, college scholarship assistance, and college readiness training to support post-secondary transitions. Historically, 78% of graduates enroll in post-secondary education.
  • School-Based Behavioral Health Prevention 1 activity
    • Community-wide youth services delivery
      Has served over 7,000 disadvantaged teenagers in Maricopa County since 1991, with an annual reach of 250–300 youth and families. The organization has produced 1,453 graduates and currently serves 658 youth and family members.
  • Arts & Digital Media Education 1 activity
    • Fine Arts and World Cultures education
      Provides a Fine Arts and World Cultures educational program to support holistic youth development.
  • Student Wellness & Support Services 1 activity
    • Health & Social Wellness Center services
      Offers behavioral counseling, family counseling, housing assistance, health referrals, and parenting classes through the Health & Social Wellness Center to support student and family well-being.
  • College and Career Readiness Coaching 1 activity
    • Life planning and career development
      Provides life planning services including goal setting, academic planning, career placement, and college readiness through the Thunderbirds Charities Life Planning Center.
  • Family Support and Resource Referral Services 1 activity
    • Student and Family Wellness Services
      Offers family counseling services, social service referrals, behavioral counseling, housing assistance, health referrals, and parenting classes through its Health & Social Wellness Center to support student and family well-being. The organization serves 658 youth and family members.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Academic Support Services
      Provides free individualized tutoring, free college classes for high school students, and college scholarship assistance to support students in accessing higher education.
    • Alternative High School Education
      Operates Genesis Academy, a school facility in Phoenix, AZ, providing tailored academic programs for high-risk, over-age, under-credited, and out-of-school youth aged 14-21. The program offers flexible classes, fast-track credit recovery, and has served over 7,000 disadvantaged teenagers in Maricopa County since 1991, producing 1,453 graduates.
    • Civic Engagement and Enrichment Programs
      Offers civic engagement programming focused on building self-esteem, leadership skills, resume credentials, and scholarship potential. This includes programs like the Trailblazer Program, Citizens of the Future, and a Fine Arts and World Cultures educational program.
    • Genesis Academy education program
      Operates Genesis Academy, a school program for youth aged 14–21 that provides flexible academic classes, credit recovery, and individualized tutoring during 7:30am–4:00pm operating hours at 525 E. McDowell Rd in Phoenix, AZ. Serves high-risk, over-age, under-credited, and out-of-school youth through a rigorous, individualized academic program.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$1.62M
Contributions & grants$1.02M63%
Program service revenue$601K37%
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$-5K
expenses
Total expenses$1.16M
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising12%
Salaries & benefits$825K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.89M
Cash$261K
Investments$0
Liabilities$93K
Net assets$2.79M
Liquid reserves2.7 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -57.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
KAREN CALLAHAN EXECUTIVE DI 50 $138K
SHANA TOMPA DIR OF DEVEL 40 $137K
board members · 7
  • FRANK MILSTEAD — DIRECTOR
  • GREGORY MISCHEL — CHAIRMAN
  • JEFF MOLOZNIK — DIRECTOR
  • JEFF SCUDDER — SECRETARY
  • MALACHI CRAWFORD — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL CHESIN — TREASURER
  • VADA O MANAGER — DIRECTOR
relationships · 18

who they work with

  • Arizona Alternative Education Consortium Coalition — Worked with this consortium to help shape Arizona’s alternative school accountability system.
  • Arizona Department of Education Government — Engaged in advocacy and leadership roles to influence state education policy.
  • Arizona Department of Education Government — Regulatory and oversight relationship for charter school operations and compliance.
  • Arizona Department of Education Government — Regulatory and reporting relationship for charter school compliance and financial oversight.
  • Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Participates in Arizona's Qualifying Charitable Organization and Public School Tax Credit programs administered by the state
  • Arizona InterFaith Movement Partner — Honored Genesis City with the Golden Rule Education Award in 2015.
  • Arizona State Board for Charter Schools Government — Granted Genesis Program, Inc. a contract in 1996 to operate an alternative high school.
  • Arizona State University Partner — Formed partnership with Genesis Program, Inc. in 1993 to support disenfranchised youth.
  • City of Phoenix Partner — Formed partnership with Genesis Program, Inc. in 1993; every Phoenix mayor has served on Genesis Program’s advisory council since 1991.
  • City of Phoenix Youth and Education Commission Government — Genesis City leaders serve in leadership roles on this commission.
  • Glendale Union High School District Partner — Partnered with Genesis Program, Inc. in 1993 to provide educational and support services to disenfranchised youth.
  • Helios Education Foundation Funder — Provided a grant in 2007 that enabled Genesis City to expand services and in 2008 to launch expanded wrap-around programs.
  • Maricopa Community College District Partner — Partnered with Genesis Program to launch its initial dropout intervention program on the Phoenix College campus.
  • Maricopa County Regional Schools Partner — Partnered with Genesis Program, Inc. in 1993 to provide educational services to disenfranchised youth.
  • Phoenix Community Alliance Coalition — Genesis City leaders hold leadership roles in this organization.
  • Phoenix Union High School District Partner — Partnered with Genesis Program, Inc. in 1993; initial pilot program served youth who had dropped out of this district.
  • State Board of Education Government — Engaged in advocacy and leadership roles to influence state education policy.
  • Thunderbirds Charities Partner — Funded or co-branded partner in the Life Planning Center.