named programs · 10 · from sources
what they call their work
CSFP Program
Provides monthly food boxes to seniors aged 60 or older living at or below 130% of the poverty level. Delivery is available for homebound individuals in specific areas.
Emergency Children's Services
Distributes diapers, wipes, and formula once per month, with additional baby items available upon request and while supplies last.
Emergency Clothing and Household Goods
Provides clothing vouchers twice a year (summer and winter) and household goods by appointment to individuals and families demonstrating hardship and meeting income guidelines. Also offers professional clothing for job seekers.
Emergency Food Services
Provides emergency food boxes, including dry goods and perishables, to clients based on income or hardship. Clients can receive two boxes per month and access additional food from Mobile Farmers Markets.
Emergency Hygiene Provisions
Provides essential hygiene items in bags prepared for 1-4 persons per household and offers showers for those in need with toiletries and linens provided.
Emergency Pet Services (Furry Friends in Need)
Partners with Community Paws to provide pet food, treats, crates, and other items to pet owners in need.
Mobile Farmers Market
Provides fresh produce free of charge to the public on a first-come, first-served basis at various distribution locations in Buckeye and Goodyear.
Mobile Food Bank
Serves Goodyear and nearby areas with flexible scheduling for emergency food needs at Skyway Church and Lighthouse Fellowship.
S.T.E.P.S. to Work (Skills. Training. Education & Employment. Program. Services.)
Offers a training and support program for individuals seeking gainful employment, including clothing credits, weekly food boxes, GED assistance, resume building, and job search support.
Weekend Snack Sack Project
A collaborative partnership with local schools to distribute a two-day supply of kid-friendly, shelf-stable foods to students on Fridays, specifically for Buckeye and Inca Elementary students.
activities · 8 clusters
what they do
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Weekend and Supplemental Meal Provision for Youth 1 activity
- Children's Weekend Snack ProgramDistributes weekly "weekend snack sacks" containing a two-day supply of kid-friendly, shelf-stable foods to students at Buckeye and Inca Elementary schools.
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Medicare and Public Benefits Assistance 1 activity
- Client Support and Enrollment ServicesGreets clients, assists with sign-in, reviews applications, helps with benefit requests, supports new applications, and manages digital and physical records for client information and statistical reporting.
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Basic Needs Provision for Youth and Families 1 activity
- Emergency Clothing and Household EssentialsProvides emergency clothing, household essentials, diapers, wipes, formula, and hygiene bags to individuals and families in critical need. This includes distributing clothing vouchers twice a year and providing household goods based on family size.
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Job Readiness Training 1 activity
- Employment Training and Support ProgramOffers a "s.t.e.p.s. to work" training and support program for individuals seeking employment, providing benefits such as clothing credits, weekly food boxes, GED class assistance, resume building, job search support, and training in food, retail, and office sectors, including employment clothing vouchers.
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Mobile and Fixed Hygiene Services for Homeless Individuals 1 activity
- Shower FacilitiesProvides shower facilities for those in need from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, including toiletries and linens.
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Nonprofit Thrift Store Operations 1 activity
- Thrift Store OperationsOperates a local nonprofit thrift store called "Forgotten Treasures" that sells gently used clothing, home goods, and furniture. This includes receiving, sorting, and staging donations, organizing items for retail, stocking inventory, and assisting customers.
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Volunteer-Based Food Distribution Support 1 activity
- Volunteer Engagement and ManagementUtilizes 47,000 volunteer hours to support various operations, including food preparation, quality checks, sorting, packing client boxes, assisting with deliveries, and managing donations for the thrift store.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Emergency Food DistributionDistributes emergency food boxes, including perishable and non-perishable items, to over 4,000 households monthly in Buckeye, Goodyear, and surrounding communities. This includes specialized distributions like two emergency food boxes per month per client, monthly food boxes for seniors (CSFP program), and delivery services for homebound individuals.
- Mobile Food Pantry ProgramOperates a "Mobile Pantry" that distributes fresh produce free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis in Buckeye and Goodyear, and also provides additional food boxes through Mobile Farmers Market or Goodyear Mobile distributions.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$319K
Contributions & grants$319K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$328K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$25K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$298K
Cash$190K
Investments$0
Liabilities$18K
Net assets$281K
Liquid reserves7.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +33.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASSIE WILKINS | DIRECTOR | 40 | $16K |
board members · 14
- CATHY CLEGG — BOARD MEMBER
- CHAD J LANESE — BOARD MEMBER
- CLAUDIA SLATE — BOARD MEMBER
- DESIREE VANDEB — TREASURER
- GREG BROWN — HONORARY BOARD
- JANENE VANLEEU — BOARD CHAIR
- JEANINE GUY — BOARD MEMBER
- KRISTINA BUNCH — BOARD MEMBER
- LYNNE CAMERON — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHELLE LECRO — BOARD MEMBER
- SHAROLYN HOHMA — VICE CHAIR
- SHARON JAYCOX — BOARD MEMBER
- WALLY CAMPBELL — BOARD MEMBER
- WENDY ZANDERS — SECRETARY
relationships · 13
who they work with
- City of Buckeye Government — Provided a $50,000 grant for facility improvements.
- Clayton Homes Partner — Provided volunteers, financial support, and food contributions.
- Community Paws Partner — Partners to provide food, treats, crates, and other items for pets.
- Core Construction Partner — Financial sponsor.
- Lighthouse Fellowship Partner — Hosts a Mobile Food Bank distribution in Litchfield Park.
- McCarthy Partner — Supported facility upgrades and security improvements.
- Mortenson Partner — Financial sponsor for interior improvements.
- Skyway Church Partner — Hosts a Mobile Pantry distribution in Goodyear and a Mobile Food Bank distribution.
- Southwest Volunteer Services Partner — Operated under the umbrella of Southwest Volunteer Services from 1996-1999.
- St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance Partner — Partner agency for emergency food services.
- Stotz Machinery Partner — Financial sponsor.
- Teravalis by Howard Hughes Corporation Partner — Provided $15,000 for technology enhancements.
- Verrado Rotary Club Partner — Organized the “Gathering Buckeye” annual fundraiser.