activities · 17
what they do
direct service · 17
- Community Food Pantry and Food Box Distribution On-Campus and Pop-Up Food PantriesOperates a Community Food Pantry through its "Stuck in the Middle" program and runs a community food box distribution program at its Goodyear office every Tuesday and Saturday.
- Community Food Pantry and Food Box Distribution On-Campus and Pop-Up Food PantriesOperates a Community Food Pantry through its "Stuck in the Middle" program and distributes community food boxes at its Goodyear office every Tuesday and Saturday.
- Distribution of Mindfulness Kid Kits, Pantry Packs, and Doggy T-Shirt Toys Comfort and Care Kits DistributionDistributes Mindfulness Kid Kits, Pantry Packs, and Doggy T-Shirt Toys to animal shelters, elementary schools, and youth programs, and assembles these items for the community.
- Distribution of Mindfulness Kits and Pantry Packs Comfort and Care Kits DistributionDistributes Mindfulness Kid Kits and Pantry Packs to animal shelters, elementary schools, and youth programs, and assembles these items for the community.
- Financial Literacy and Workforce Development Training Financial Literacy Education & CoachingProvides financial literacy counseling and classes, including workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial skills development for youth, and digital skills training for individuals aged 50 and older. These services are offered under contract with the City of Phoenix and aim to strengthen families' financial knowledge and support workforce development initiatives.
- Financial Literacy and Workforce Development Training Financial Literacy Education & CoachingProvides financial literacy counseling and classes, including workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial skills development for youth, and offers digital skills training for individuals aged 50 and older. These services are sometimes provided under contract with the City of Phoenix.
- Financial Literacy and Workforce Development Training Financial Literacy Education & CoachingProvides financial literacy counseling and classes, including workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial skills development for youth, and digital skills training for individuals aged 50 and older, often under contract with the City of Phoenix.
- Housing Stability and Legal Advocacy Emergency Rental Assistance & PreventionHelps families facing eviction remain housed by providing limited rental assistance and offers pro-bono housing-related legal support in Arizona for landlord-tenant matters, including education, advocacy, and court preparation.
- Housing Stability and Legal Advocacy Emergency Rental Assistance & PreventionHelps families facing eviction remain housed by providing limited rental assistance up to $1,000 and offers pro-bono housing-related legal support in Arizona for landlord-tenant matters, including education, advocacy, and court preparation.
- Hygiene Kit Assembly and Distribution Hygiene and Essential Care Kits DistributionAssembles and provides essential hygiene items for families experiencing housing instability, homelessness, or financial hardship, often through community build events.
- Hygiene Kit Assembly and Distribution Hygiene and Essential Care Kits DistributionAssembles and provides essential hygiene items for families experiencing housing instability, homelessness, or financial hardship, and participates in Hygiene Kit Build events.
- Minor Vehicle Repair Assistance Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvides minor vehicle repair assistance to working families to ensure reliable transportation for employment.
- Support for Job Seekers Digital Literacy Support for Job SeekersProvides access to laptops and printers for job searches, resume creation, and employment applications.
- Vehicle Repair Assistance Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvides minor vehicle repair assistance to working families to ensure reliable transportation for employment.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Volunteer Program ("Summertime Sno") Summer Youth Work & Skill ProgramsOperates a youth program for children aged 9-15 where participants sell sno-cones at community events, gaining volunteer experience and training in skills such as ordering supplies, budgeting, customer service, and money management. Youth receive gift cards for their participation and community service.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Volunteer Program ("Summertime Sno") Summer Youth Work & Skill ProgramsOperates a youth program for children aged 9-15 where participants sell sno-cones at community events, gaining volunteer experience and training in skills such as ordering supplies, budgeting, customer service, and money management, and earning gift cards for their participation.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Volunteer Program ("Summertime Sno") Summer Youth Work & Skill ProgramsOperates a youth program for children aged 9-15 where participants sell sno-cones at community events, gaining volunteer experience and training in skills such as ordering supplies, budgeting, customer service, and money management. Youth receive gift cards for their volunteer hours and for school clothes and supplies, and are honored at a luncheon.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Community Engagement through Themed Events community_engagement_through_themed_eventsThe organization hosts themed social events to engage the community, generate support for community stability programs, and foster community growth.
- Community Engagement through Themed Events community_engagement_through_themed_eventsThe organization hosts themed social events to actively engage the community, fostering support and participation in its programs aimed at promoting community stability.
- Community Engagement through Themed Events community_engagement_through_themed_eventsGERVONNI CARES INC hosts themed social events to actively engage the community, fostering support and generating resources for its various community stability programs.
- Empowerment through Financial Literacy Education financial_literacy_educationGERVONNI CARES INC empowers individuals and families by providing financial literacy education, offered both online and in-person, to equip them with essential skills for effective financial management and long-term stability.
- Eviction Prevention and Housing Stability through Legal Advocacy eviction_prevention_legal_advocacyGERVONNI CARES INC focuses on eviction prevention and housing stability by offering pro bono court support, educating families on tenant rights, and mediating landlord-tenant disputes, thereby providing critical legal and supportive services.
- Eviction Prevention and Housing Stability through Legal Advocacy eviction_prevention_legal_advocacyGERVONNI CARES INC focuses on eviction prevention and housing stability by offering pro bono court support, educating families on tenant rights, and mediating landlord-tenant disputes, combining legal services with supportive programs to strengthen communities.
- Financial Literacy and Digital Skills Education public-partnership_financial_literacyThe organization delivers financial literacy education, often in partnership with public and corporate sectors, to equip individuals and families with skills for effective financial management, support family stability, and enhance employment readiness. Corporate partnerships are leveraged to secure necessary technology resources for these programs.
- Financial Literacy and Empowerment financial_literacy_educationThe organization delivers financial literacy education, both online and in-person, often in partnership with public and corporate entities, to equip individuals and families with the skills for effective financial management, support family stability, and promote employment readiness.
- Integrated Wrap-Around Support Services wrap_around_support_servicesGERVONNI CARES INC provides coordinated, wrap-around support services across multiple domains (housing, financial literacy, workforce development, food security, legal advocacy) to empower individuals and families facing economic hardship, fostering stability, self-sufficiency, and community growth.
- Integrated Wrap-Around Support Services wrap-around support servicesGERVONNI CARES INC provides coordinated, wrap-around support services across multiple domains (housing, financial literacy, workforce development, food security, legal advocacy) to empower individuals and families, giving them access to trusted resources and advocacy, and fostering long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
- Integrated Wrap-Around Support Services wrap-around_support_servicesGERVONNI CARES INC provides coordinated, wrap-around support services across multiple domains (housing, financial literacy, workforce development, food security, legal advocacy) to empower individuals and families facing economic hardship, fostering stability and self-sufficiency by addressing interconnected needs.
- Public and Corporate Partnerships for Resource Mobilization and Education public_corporate_partnershipsThe organization leverages public-sector partnerships to deliver financial literacy education and utilizes corporate partnerships to secure technology resources, thereby enhancing program effectiveness and supporting family stability and employment readiness.
- Youth Development through Practical Skills Training and Community Engagement youth_developmentThe organization boosts youth math skills, self-esteem, and volunteer experience through community engagement and peer interaction, while also providing training in practical skills such as money handling, customer service, entrepreneurship, and teamwork.
- Youth Development through Practical Skills and Community EngagementThe organization provides training in practical skills such as money handling, customer service, entrepreneurship, and teamwork to youth participants, while also boosting their math skills, self-esteem, and volunteer experience through community engagement and peer interaction.
- Youth Skills Development and Mentorship youth_skills_developmentGERVONNI CARES INC provides training in practical skills such as money handling, customer service, entrepreneurship, and teamwork to youth participants, while also boosting their math skills, self-esteem, and volunteer experience through community engagement and peer interaction.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Digital Skills Ready@50+
Classes designed for seniors aged 50+ to improve digital literacy and technology skills.
Eviction Prevention-SIM
Provides up to $1,000 in limited rental assistance and pro-bono legal support through Certified Community Legal Advocate (CCLA) services including court support, mediation, and tenant rights education.
Financial Literacy -SIM
Offers online and in-person financial literacy classes to help individuals manage finances effectively and build long-term security.
Stuck in the Middle (SIM)
Comprehensive support program offering housing stability services, eviction prevention, workforce development, financial literacy classes, and a community food pantry for working families in financial hardship.
Summertime Sno Youth Prgm
Youth program for ages 9-15 that teaches entrepreneurship, customer service, and money management through operating sno-cone stands at community events; participants earn gift cards based on volunteer hours.
Workforce Development-SIM
Provides access to laptops and printers for job searches and applications, plus minor vehicle repair assistance to ensure reliable transportation for working families.
relationships · 9
who they work with
- American College of Education (ACE) Partner — Teaming up to assemble various kits for the community.
- City of Phoenix Government — Contracted partner for delivering financial literacy and workforce development services
- Fry's Food Partner — Provides donations to Gervonni Cares through customer shopping when the organization is registered as the chosen charity
- Innovations4Justice Partner — Certified as a Community Legal Advocate through this organization.
- Stuck in the Middle (SIM) Program Partner — Program supported by funds raised from the Our PROM-ise Adult Prom fundraiser.
- Supreme Court of AZ Government — Certified as a Community Legal Advocate through this entity.
- VSUW Partner — Partnered to assemble hygiene kits.
- Valley of the Sun United Way Partner — Partnering to host a Hygiene Kit Build event.
- Walmart Partner — Collaborates to provide technology resources for learners through a donation registry