named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Achieve the Dream Scholarships
Scholarships for students demonstrating dedication to academics and high character, available for 4-year universities, 2-year community colleges, and accredited trade schools.
Avanzando
A one-year renewable scholarship for past Foundation Awardees who are currently enrolled in a college or university with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Foundation Awards
Scholarships funded by the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education for PXU students demonstrating dedication to academics, community service, and extra-curricular participation, attending post-secondary school in Arizona.
Giving Back Pays Forward Scholarships
Scholarships funded by independent donors to assist PXU students in pursuing further education and giving back to their communities.
Invest in the Best
Scholarships supported by donations from PXU employees to help students pursue post-secondary education in Arizona.
Mini Grants
Financial support for PXU educators to develop, improve, or expand creative learning opportunities for high school students.
Wilson Legacy Scholarship
A scholarship aimed at supporting talented individuals in achieving their full potential through education.
activities · 5 groups
what they do
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Merit-Based Educational Scholarships 6 activities
- Administer scholarships for Phoenix Union High School District studentsProvides a range of scholarships to students from the Phoenix Union High School District (PXU) pursuing post-secondary education, including one-time, renewable, and category-specific awards (e.g., Achieve the Dream for 4-year, 2-year, and trade schools). Renewals are offered based on academic standing and prior award history, including Alumni and Avanzando renewal scholarships.
- Administer scholarships for Phoenix Union High School District studentsProvides a range of scholarships to students in the Phoenix Union High School District pursuing post-secondary education, including Foundation Scholar awards, Achieve the Dream scholarships for 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, and trade schools, Alumni Award Scholarships, and renewal scholarships such as Avanzando and multi-year Foundation Scholarships. Scholarships are funded through the organization’s campaigns, donations from PXU staff, and external sponsors.
- Provide post-secondary scholarships to Phoenix Union High School District studentsOffers various scholarships, including Foundation Scholar awards, Invest in the Best Scholarships, Avanzando renewal scholarships, Alumni Award Scholarships, and Achieve the Dream scholarships for 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, and trade schools, to students from the Phoenix Union High School District pursuing higher education.
- Provide post-secondary scholarships to Phoenix Union High School District studentsOffers various scholarships, including Foundation Scholar awards, Invest in the Best Scholarships, Avanzando renewal scholarships, Achieve the Dream scholarships (for 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, and trade schools), Alumni Award Scholarships, and scholarships funded by external sponsors, to students from the Phoenix Union High School District pursuing higher education.
- Provide post-secondary scholarships to Phoenix Union High School District studentsOffers various scholarships, including Foundation Scholar awards, Invest in the Best Scholarships, Avanzando renewal scholarships, Achieve the Dream scholarships (for 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, and trade schools), Alumni Award Scholarships, and scholarships funded by external sponsors, to students from the Phoenix Union High School District pursuing higher education.
- Scholarship ProgramsOffers various scholarships to students from the Phoenix Union High School District for post-secondary education, including Achieve the Dream scholarships and Alumni Award Scholarships.
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Teacher & Classroom Support Grants 6 activities
- Award mini-grants to educators for creative learning opportunitiesProvides mini-grants to educators within the Phoenix Union High School District to support educational programs and creative learning opportunities for students. Examples include funding for whiteboards, field trips, literacy programs, STEM equipment, art supplies, and language learning tools, impacting thousands of students annually across various schools.
- Award mini-grants to educators for creative learning opportunitiesProvides mini-grants to educators within the Phoenix Union High School District to support innovative educational programs and enhance learning opportunities for students. Examples include funding for whiteboards, field trips, literacy programs, STEM equipment, and cultural expression projects, impacting thousands of students annually across various schools.
- Award mini-grants to educators for student learning opportunitiesProvides mini-grants to educators within the Phoenix Union High School District to fund creative learning opportunities and educational programs for students. These grants support a wide range of initiatives, including classroom equipment, field trips, literacy programs, and STEM resources, impacting thousands of students annually.
- Mini-Grants for Educational ProgramsProvides mini-grants to educators for creative learning opportunities, impacting thousands of students across the Phoenix Union High School District.
- Provide mini-grants to educators for student learning programsOffers mini-grants to teachers and staff within the Phoenix Union High School District to fund creative and innovative learning opportunities for students, including classroom tools, field trips, technology, and project-based learning. Examples include funding for 3D printers, graphing calculators, STEM kits, and literacy programs, with individual grants ranging from $450 to $1,500 and impacting student groups from under 20 to over 7,000 districtwide.
- Provide mini-grants to educators for student learning programsOffers financial support through mini-grants to educators in the Phoenix Union High School District for creative and enhanced learning opportunities for high school students. Funding is sourced through foundation campaigns and donor contributions.
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School-Based Community Fundraising Programs 5 activities
- Fundraise for scholarships and mini-grantsOrchestrates and hosts fundraising events and campaigns, such as the Impact Your Community Campaign and yearly events, to generate financial support for its scholarship programs and mini-grants for students and educators.
- Fundraise for scholarships and mini-grantsOrganizes and hosts fundraising events and campaigns to generate financial support for its scholarship programs and mini-grants for students and educators in the Phoenix Union High School District.
- Fundraising EventsHosts yearly fundraising events and campaigns to support scholarships and mini-grants for students and educators in the Phoenix Union High School District.
- Fundraising for scholarships and mini-grantsOrchestrates and hosts fundraising events and campaigns, such as the Impact Your Community Campaign, to secure financial support for its scholarship programs for students and mini-grants for educators.
- Host fundraising events to support scholarships and grantsOrganizes annual fundraising events and campaigns to generate financial support for both student scholarships and educator mini-grants within the Phoenix Union High School District.
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General Volunteer Support Services 1 activity
- Facilitate volunteer engagement for community and student involvementOffers volunteer opportunities for community members and scholarship recipients to engage with the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education, supporting its programs and operations.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Facilitate sponsored and staff-funded scholarshipsOrchestrates scholarship programs funded by external sponsors and PXU staff, including company-named scholarships through annual sponsorship and staff donation initiatives like the Invest in the Best and Giving-Back-Pays-Forward programs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$218K
Contributions & grants$154K71%
Program service revenue$22K10%
Investment income$48K22%
Other revenue$-6K
expenses
Total expenses$245K
Program expenses66%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$56K
Grants paid out$113K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.31M
Cash$242K
Investments$1.07M
Liabilities$145K
Net assets$1.17M
Liquid reserves64.4 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -27.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAURA TAYLOR | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FROM 9/1/2021 | 40 | $22K |
board members · 11
- ANDY FILLION — DIRECTOR
- APRIL COLEMAN — PRESIDENT
- CINDY QUINTERO — DIRECTOR
- CYNDI TERCERO — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL LEIS — TREASURER
- MARTIN PEREZ — VICE-PRESIDENT
- NATALIA CHAVEZ — DIRECTOR
- PHILLIP WOOLEY — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD FRANCO — DIRECTOR
- ROSIE GASTELUM — DIRECTOR
- TINO HERNANDEZ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
who they work with
- CORE-Mark Funder — Silver sponsor
- Chasse Building Team Funder — Gold sponsor
- Edge Construction Funder — Gold sponsor
- Laura Taylor Partner — Executive Director who can be contacted regarding donations.
- McCarthy Building Companies Funder — Platinum sponsor
- Phoenix Union High School District Partner — Collaborates with PXU staff and educators to fund and support student scholarships.
- Phoenix Union High School District Partner — Collaborates with Phoenix Union High School District to support students and educators.
- Phoenix Union High School District Partner — Collaborates with district educators and staff to support student success through grants and scholarship programs.
- Phoenix Union High School District Partner — Primary partner organization supported by the foundation to advance student success.
- Progressive Funder — Bronze sponsor