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BRIDGES PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION

GILBERT, AZ · EIN 812772840 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE B94 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · www.bridgespto.org
revenue
$66K
expenses
$67K
net assets
$50K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE EDUCATIONAL, LITERACY, CHARITABLE PURPOSES

profile · synthesized from sources

Bridges Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a volunteer-led nonprofit that supports Bridges Elementary School in Gilbert, AZ. The organization enhances the school community by organizing events, providing curriculum supplies, supporting staff, and fundraising. It operates independently from the school district but works closely with the campus to benefit students, teachers, and families.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Curriculum Enhancements & Supplies
Provides funding and materials for classroom supplies, clubs, and curriculum-based enhancements to support student learning
Spring Movie Night
Annual outdoor family event featuring a movie screening, food trucks, yard games, choir performance, and free shaved ice and popcorn; includes a "build your own robot" station themed around the film WALL-E
Staff Appreciation Initiatives
Programs to support and recognize teachers and staff through hospitality events, pick-me-ups, and appreciation activities organized by the VP of Hospitality
Toilet Paper Drive
Community donation drive collecting toilet paper for House of Refuge, a local organization supporting families in need
activities · 6 clusters

what they do

  • Parent and Family Engagement Coordination 9 activities
    • Free PTO Membership for Parents
      Offers free membership to parents or guardians of currently enrolled Bridges Elementary students, providing access to PTO benefits and community engagement opportunities.
    • Free PTO Membership for Parents
      Offers free membership to parents or guardians of currently enrolled Bridges Elementary students, providing access to PTO benefits and engagement opportunities.
    • Member Communication and Engagement Platform
      Provides online access to newsletters, spirit gear purchases, volunteering opportunities, digital paperwork, and direct communication with the PTO Executive Board for members.
    • Member Engagement and Communication Platform
      Provides online access to newsletters, spirit gear purchases, volunteering opportunities, digital paperwork, and direct communication with the PTO Executive Board for members.
    • PTO Membership and Communication
      Offers free PTO membership to parents or guardians of currently enrolled Bridges Elementary students, providing online access to newsletters, spirit gear purchases, volunteering opportunities, digital paperwork, and communication with the PTO Executive Board.
    • Providing free PTO membership and resources
      Offers free PTO membership to parents or guardians of currently enrolled Bridges Elementary students, providing online access to newsletters, spirit gear purchases, volunteering opportunities, digital paperwork, and communication with the PTO Executive Board.
    • Volunteer Coordination
      Organizes volunteer opportunities to support the execution of school events and initiatives.
    • Volunteer Coordination and Capacity Building
      Organizes volunteer opportunities to support school events and initiatives, including event execution and weekly programs like preschool story time.
    • Volunteer Coordination and Capacity Building
      Organizes volunteer opportunities to support school events and initiatives, including event execution and recurring programs like preschool story time.
  • Basic Needs Provision for Youth and Families 4 activities
    • Community Donation Drives and Partnerships
      Hosts donation drives such as a toilet paper collection and partners with local organizations like House of Refuge to support families in transition.
    • Community Donation Drives and Partnerships
      Organizes donation drives, such as a toilet paper drive, and partners with local organizations like House of Refuge to support families in transition.
    • Community Support Initiatives
      Partners with other organizations, such as House of Refuge, to support local families in transition and organizes donation drives, like a toilet paper drive, for community benefit.
    • Supporting local families in transition
      Partners with organizations like House of Refuge to support local families in transition, including hosting donation drives such as a toilet paper drive.
  • School Community Events & Family Nights 4 activities
    • Family and Student Engagement Activities
      Hosts family-friendly events such as breakfast gatherings with free donuts, milk, and juice, and operates photo stations for students to take souvenir photos with teachers and staff.
    • Organizing school community events
      Organizes and funds social events for the school community, such as a spring movie night, a 10-year anniversary breakfast, and other initiatives that bring families together.
    • School Community Social Events
      Plans and funds social events for the school community, including a spring movie night screening of Wall-E and a 10-year celebration breakfast with donuts and juice.
    • School Community Social Events
      Organizes and funds social events such as spring movie nights, community breakfasts, and photo stations to build school community and culture.
  • Teacher & Classroom Support Grants 4 activities
    • Funding for Educational and School Enhancements
      Provides funding for curriculum enhancements, classroom materials, technology products, Maker's Place supplies, and playground equipment to support student learning and school infrastructure.
    • Funding for Educational and School Enhancements
      Provides financial support for curriculum enhancements, classroom materials, technology products, the Maker's Place, and playground equipment at Bridges Elementary.
    • Funding for School Enhancements and Resources
      Provides funding for curriculum enhancements, programs, classroom materials, technology products, and playground equipment for Bridges Elementary School. This also includes general funding for students and staff.
    • Funding school enhancements and programs
      Funds curriculum enhancements, programs, classroom materials, technology products, and playground equipment for Bridges Elementary students and staff, including specific funding for the Maker's Place.
  • Teacher and Staff Appreciation Events 3 activities
    • Conducting teacher and staff appreciation activities
      Conducts teacher and staff appreciation activities throughout the year, including classroom stipends, to recognize staff at Bridges Elementary.
    • Teacher and Staff Appreciation Programs
      Organizes annual appreciation activities, including events and stipends, to recognize teachers and staff at Bridges Elementary, particularly during the month of May.
    • Teacher and Staff Appreciation Programs
      Conducts appreciation activities throughout May and provides classroom stipends to recognize and support teachers and staff at Bridges Elementary.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Organizing volunteer opportunities
      Organizes volunteer opportunities to support the execution of school events and initiatives.
    • School Community Events and Appreciation
      Organizes and funds social events for the school community, such as a spring movie night and breakfast celebrations. The organization also conducts teacher and staff appreciation activities, including providing classroom stipends.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$66K
Contributions & grants$2K3%
Program service revenue$64K97%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$67K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$50K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$50K
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +181.3%
relationships · 18

who they work with

  • Alliance Dealer Solutions Funder — Listed as a Bronze sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Andrew Homebuyer Funder — Listed as a Gold sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Big O Tires Funder — Listed as a Gold sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Bridges Elementary Partner — Primary institution supported by Bridges PTO, serving students, staff, and parents.
  • Cinnaholic Funder — Listed as a Bronze sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Greenlight Investors Funder — Listed as a Platinum sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Hatcher Funder — Listed as a Platinum sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • House of Refuge Partner — Partnered to support local families in transition and restock their pantry with toilet paper.
  • Lady Java Coffee Truck Partner — Coffee truck providing beverages for purchase at a PTO-hosted breakfast event.
  • Larson Family Orthodontics Funder — Listed as a Bronze sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Perspire Sauna Studio Funder — Listed as a Bronze sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Pinks Window Services Funder — Listed as a Bronze sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Pinnacle Vein Funder — Listed as a Gold sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Same Day Air Repair Funder — Listed as a Platinum sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • The Lifestyled Co Funder — Listed as a Silver sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • The Swenson Team Funder — Listed as a Gold sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • UPS Funder — Listed as a Silver sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • local businesses Partner — Collaborates with local businesses for Spirit Nights and Everyday Fundraising initiatives.