activities · 19
what they do
direct service · 15
- "Getting Ahead" Workshops Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentConducts "Getting Ahead Workshops" to help individuals prepare for a better future and participates in the program as a secretary.
- "Getting Ahead" Workshops Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentConducts "Getting Ahead Workshops" to help individuals prepare for a better future, with the organization participating as secretary for the program.
- Direct Financial and In-Kind Assistance Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides over $4,500,000 in financial assistance and in-kind support to over 50,000 people in its five-county service area through a network of 34 local conferences.
- Donation Drop-off LocationsManages two specific drop-off locations in Tucson for donations, operating on set schedules.
- Financial and In-Kind Assistance Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides over $4,500,000 in financial assistance and in-kind support to over 50,000 people in its five-county service area.
- Financial and In-Kind Assistance Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides over $4,500,000 in financial and in-kind support to over 50,000 people in its five-county service area through a network of 34 local conferences.
- Food Bank and Pantry Operations On-Campus and Pop-Up Food PantriesOperates food banks and pantries in Sierra Vista and Casa Grande, providing food assistance to the community.
- Food Bank and Pantry Operations On-Campus and Pop-Up Food PantriesOperates food banks and pantries, including one in Sierra Vista and one in Casa Grande, providing food assistance to the community.
- Food Program Coordination Research & Advocacy on Hunger and HealthServes as the Council Food Coordinator since 2019, indicating involvement in food-related programs.
- Getting Ahead Workshops Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentConducts "Getting Ahead Workshops" to help individuals prepare for a better future, with staff participating as secretaries for the program.
- Thrift Store OperationsOperates eight thrift store locations across multiple cities (Tucson, Benson, Casa Grande, Green Valley, Douglas, Safford, Sierra Vista) and coordinates a Furniture/Bed Voucher program in conjunction with these stores.
- Thrift Store Operations Community-Supported Thrift StoreOperates eight thrift store locations in Tucson, Benson, Casa Grande, Green Valley, Douglas, Safford, and Sierra Vista, which also coordinate a Furniture/Bed Voucher program.
- Thrift Store Operations Community-Supported Thrift StoreOperates eight thrift store locations across Southern Arizona (Tucson, Benson, Casa Grande, Green Valley, Douglas, Safford, Sierra Vista) and coordinates a Furniture/Bed Voucher program.
- Volunteer Engagement and Management Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngages over 800 volunteers from 34 Conferences who contribute over 63,310 hours and travel more than 149,000 miles in service.
- Volunteer Network Management Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngages over 800 volunteers from 34 Conferences who contribute over 63,000 hours and travel more than 149,000 miles to deliver programs and services.
advocacy · 1
- Social Justice Advocacy Policy & Systems AdvocacyAdvocates for social justice through its "Systemic Change" initiative.
capacity building · 3
- Conference Administrative Oversight and RevitalizationProvides administrative oversight for a network of 34 volunteer Conferences and supports the revitalization of individual conferences, such as Sacred Heart and Santa Cruz Catholic Church.
- Conference Oversight and RevitalizationProvides administrative oversight for a network of 34 volunteer Conferences and supports the revitalization of local conferences, such as Sacred Heart and Santa Cruz Catholic Church.
- Volunteer Network Management Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementProvides administrative oversight and coordination for a network of 34 volunteer Conferences, engaging over 800 volunteers who contribute significant hours and travel to deliver programs and services.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Community-Based Support community-based_supportConnects individuals in need with assistance by directing them to call their office, the closest Catholic Church, or local Conference volunteers, fostering local connections.
- Community-based, volunteer-led direct assistance volunteer_based_community_supportThe organization leverages a network of local volunteers, often organized through "Conferences" or local Catholic Churches, to provide direct, person-to-person assistance within the community. This decentralized, faith-guided approach aims to identify and respond to the needs of individuals directly where they live.
- Community-based, volunteer-led service delivery volunteer_based_service_deliveryThe organization utilizes a decentralized model of "Conferences" (volunteer groups) often associated with local Catholic Churches, to deliver services directly within communities. This approach aims to identify and address the needs of individuals through local engagement and support.
- Direct Person-to-Person Assistance direct_person_to_person_assistanceProvides assistance through direct, person-to-person engagement, ensuring personalized support for individuals in need.
- Empowerment through "Getting Ahead" workshops getting_ahead_workshopsThe organization employs "Getting Ahead Workshops" as a structured approach to help individuals process their life experiences, build community, and develop strategies for improving their future circumstances.
- Empowerment through life skills and future planning workshops getting_ahead_workshopsThe organization utilizes "Getting Ahead Workshops" to facilitate shared life experiences and equip individuals with the tools and perspectives needed to plan for and achieve a better future.
- Holistic Charity holistic_charityEmbraces a broad scope of charitable work, indicating that no act of charity is outside their mission, promoting comprehensive support for those in need.
- Inclusive and holistic charity guided by faith faith_based_holistic_charityThe organization operates with a broad and inclusive approach to charity, providing assistance to all individuals regardless of their background, and believes that all acts of charity fall within its mission. This work is underpinned by a faith-based motivation to identify and serve those in need.
- Leveraging state tax credits for funding tax_credit_fundraisingThe organization utilizes Arizona's charitable tax credit system to encourage individuals to redirect their state tax payments, thereby funding services for low-income populations.
- Tax Credit Fundraising tax_credit_fundraisingUses Arizona's charitable tax credit mechanism to redirect individual state tax payments to fund services for low-income populations, enhancing financial sustainability.
- Volunteer-Based Service Delivery volunteer-based_service_deliveryUtilizes volunteers organized into "Conferences" to provide services, ensuring community engagement and support.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Financial Assistance
Provides financial support to individuals and families facing economic hardship.
Getting Ahead Program
Offers workshops to help individuals share their experiences and prepare for a better future.
Thrift Stores
Operates thrift stores that provide affordable goods and generate revenue to support services.
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Administers the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit program in which the organization participates.
- Catholic Church Partner — Directs individuals in need to contact the closest Catholic Church for assistance.
- Sacred Heart Conference Partner — Kay Lingeman is the President of this conference and was instrumental in its revival.
- Santa Cruz Catholic Church Partner — Father Marcos Velasquez is the Pastor and supported the revitalization of the SVdP conference at this parish.
- St. Ambrose Conference Partner — Christine Krikliwy served as President of this conference.
- St. Andrew Conference Partner — Local conference operating a food bank and thrift store in Sierra Vista, AZ
- St. Anthony Conference Partner — Local conference operating a food pantry and thrift store in Casa Grande, AZ
- St. Augustine Cathedral Partner — Carmen Bungert served as the conference Treasurer at this cathedral.
- St. Cyril of Alexandria Conference Partner — Thomas Jefferson is currently President of this conference.
- St. Thomas Parish Partner — Dan Davis served as treasurer and president of the SVdP Conference at this parish.