irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $1.03MADULT WORKFORCE EDUCATION - THIS PROGRAM SERVICES SOUTH AND CENTRAL PHOENIX, WHICH HAS A HIGH DENSITY OF LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENT RESIDENTS, WHO ARE, FOR THE MOST PART, UNDER OR UNSERVED IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT. IN ADDITION, WE PROVIDE A SEAMLESS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM THAT MEETS THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF EACH ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUAL ENROLLED IN THE PROGRAM. INDIVIDUALS MEET THE WORKFORCE NEEDS OF HIGH DEMAND/TARGETED INDUSTRIES IN THE GREATER PHOENIX AREA, AS WELL AS OTHER BUSINESSES IN NEED OF QUALIFIED AND SKILLED EMPLOYEES. THE PROGRAMS SERVED APPROXIMATELY 72 PERSONS.THE ADULT EDUCATION - PROGRAMS SERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 IN ADULT BASIC EDUCATION, 200 IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION FOR ADULTS; AND 428 IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TRAINING.
- #2 $938KTHE EMERGENCY SERVICES PROGRAM ADDRESSES THE ISSUES OF POVERTY, HOMELESSNESS AND HUNGER, THROUGHOUT MARICOPA COUNTY, PARTICULARLY IN SOUTH/CENTRAL PHOENIX (SCP). HIGH POVERTY, UNEMPLOYMENT AND FOOD DESERTS IN THIS AREA GIVE RESIDENTS FEWER OPTIONS TO FEED THEIR FAMILIES AND FIND THEMSELVES IN CRISIS SITUATIONS. THE EMERGENCY SERVICES PROGRAM GOAL IS TO HELP PEOPLE DURING LIFE'S DIFFICULT MOMENTS AND TO PROVIDE RESOURCES WHEN CRISIS ARISE. FRIENDLY HOUSE AND MANY OF ITS CLIENTS ARE LOCATED IN AN AREA DETERMINED TO BE A FOOD DESERT. THIS YEAR, THE EMERGENCY SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDED 121 UNDUPLICATED HOUSEHOLDS THAT RECEIVED 197 UTILITY ASSISTANCE SERVICES. FRIENDLY HOUSE HELD 4 QUARTERLY FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS THAT SERVED 317 HOUSEHOLDS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
what they call their work
ESOL Program
Free English for Speakers of Other Languages classes offered at four levels, from beginner to advanced, designed to improve English skills for daily life, work, and community involvement.
GED Prep Program
Prepares adult learners to earn a high school equivalency credential, with instruction in social studies, math, science, and language arts; explores multiple HSE pathways.
IET Program
Integrated Education and Training program combining ESOL or GED preparation with workforce skills and career training, leading to NRF Foundation RISE Up® industry-recognized credentials in customer service, retail, and de-escalation.
Integrated Education and Training (IET) Program
Combines adult education, workforce preparation, and job-specific training, helping students build academic and English language skills while learning workplace skills and receiving hands-on training for career pathways, leading to NRF Foundation RISE Up® certificates.
activities · 4 groups
what they do
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Adult Literacy and HSE/ESL Instruction 3 activities
- Adult English Literacy and ESOL InstructionProvides free English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes to adult learners, focusing on improving English skills for daily life, employment, and community engagement. The program has been operating since 1920 as part of the Adult Education Program.
- English as a Second Language (ESOL) ClassesOffers free ESOL classes to adult learners to improve English skills for daily life, employment, and community engagement, a service that has been provided since 1920 through its Adult Education Program.
- GED Preparation ProgramOffers a GED Preparation Program to support adult learners in earning a high school equivalency credential.
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Certification Programs in Retail, Apparel, and Logistics 2 activities
- Integrated Education and Workforce TrainingRuns an Integrated Education and Training (IET) program that combines adult education with workforce development, including preparation for employment through the NRF Foundation RISE Up® certification in customer service, sales, and supply chain fundamentals.
- Workforce Certification TrainingPrepares students for employment through NRF Foundation RISE Up® certification in customer service, sales, and supply chain fundamentals.
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Adult Education and Workforce Readiness 1 activity
- GED Preparation ProgramOperates a GED Preparation Program to help adult learners earn a high school equivalency credential.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Integrated Education and Training (IET) ProgramRuns an Integrated Education and Training (IET) program that combines adult education with workforce and job-specific training.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$8.89M
Contributions & grants$4.55M51%
Program service revenue$4.14M47%
Investment income$174K2%
Other revenue$32K
expenses
Total expenses$8.31M
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$5.44M
Grants paid out$205K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$7.25M
Cash$1.83M
Investments$1.87M
Liabilities$544K
Net assets$6.70M
Liquid reserves5.3 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -3.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JERRY MENDOZA | CEO/PRESIDENT | 40 | $140K |
| STACEY BITTNER | CONTROLLER | 40 | $89K |
board members · 12
- DAVID BARRAZA — BOARD MEMBER
- DR TERESA LEYBA-RUIZ — VICE CHAIR
- JOSE VALDES — BOARD MEMBER
- KRIZIA VERPLANCKE — BOARD MEMBER
- KYLE BATE — BOARD MEMBER
- LESLIE BANKS — SECRETARY
- LINDA MASCARI — BOARD MEMBER
- LUIS ACOSTA — CHAIR
- MAUREEN SALLOOM — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHAEL HULSE — BOARD MEMBER
- SONIA GOMEZ — BOARD MEMBER
- TONY LOPEZ — TREASURER
relationships · 2
who they work with
- Arizona Department of Education Partner — Provides funding and support for free ESOL classes offered by Friendly House.
- National Retail Federation Partner — Provides the NRF Foundation RISE Up® certification program used in Friendly House's IET program.