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MINGUS MOUNTAIN ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ · EIN 860551514 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P730 · Human Services · Large ($10M-$50M) · www.mmaaz.com
revenue
$20.5M
expenses
$20.5M
net assets
$2.4M
employees
0
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES AND EDUCATION OF ADOLESCENT FEMALES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center is a residential behavioral health inpatient facility in Arizona for adolescent girls aged 12-17. It provides individualized treatment for complex mental health needs, trauma, and substance abuse, utilizing evidence-based therapies and a trauma-informed Sanctuary Model approach. The center also offers educational programs and therapeutic group homes for transition.

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. #1 primary $1.34M
    MINGUS MOUNTAIN ACADEMY SCHOOL - PROVIDE ACCREDITITED EDUCATION IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT FOR THE PLACEMENT IN MINGUS MOUNTAIN ACADEMY'S RESIDENTAL TREATEMENT FACILITY.
  2. #2 $568K
    MINGUS MOUNTAIN ACADEMY CAFETERIA - PROVIDE BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, AND SNACKS FOR THE PLACEMENTS AT MINGUS MOUNTAIN ACADEMY. FUNDING THROUGH THE NSLP USDA GRANT.
named programs · 19 · from sources

what they call their work

Clinical Services
Individualized treatment focusing on trauma-informed and evidence-based practices, including individual, group, and family therapy, psychological testing, and assessments.
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Non-violent crisis prevention and intervention training for staff, using trauma-informed de-escalation techniques
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Evidence-based treatment teaching youth skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness
Educational Program
Year-round, fully inclusive educational services providing middle and high school courses, integrated Exceptional Student Services, GED and college preparation, and college courses for credit.
Ending the Game
Program designed to dismantle the psychological coercion from trafficking experiences and empower survivors with recovery skills
Equine Therapy
Therapeutic program using PATH International standards, where youth build healthy relationships and boundaries through interactions with horses and miniature donkeys
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Psychotherapy model that helps youth heal from emotional distress and symptoms resulting from complex trauma
Lifetime Commitment Scholarship Program
Post-treatment support program offering scholarships for education, housing, and independent living resources; has awarded nearly $200,000 since 2018
Medical/Psychiatric Services
24-hour nursing, Nurse Practitioner services, psychiatric services by PMHNPs, and oversight by a licensed MD, including emergency care coordination and appointments for eye/dental care.
Mountain Lions Club
Client-run leadership organization similar to student government that fosters therapeutic skill development and peer support
My Life My Choice
Curriculum addressing vulnerabilities to sexual exploitation, including unhealthy relationships, substance abuse, and low self-esteem, with education on trafficking and reproductive health
On-Campus Education Program
Year-round accredited educational services for middle and high school students, including GED preparation, college credit courses, and exceptional student services
Residential Treatment Program
Inpatient behavioral health treatment for adolescent girls ages 12-17 with co-occurring psychiatric, trauma, and substance use disorders, using trauma-informed, evidence-based therapies in a structured therapeutic environment
Sanctuary Model
Overarching trauma-informed organizational framework promoting shared knowledge, values, language, and practices across all clinical and operational areas
Scholarship Program
Provides financial assistance for education and career training to former clients, covering tuition, housing, household items, and groceries.
The Seven Challenges
Comprehensive counseling program supporting youth in recovery from alcohol or drug use disorders, emphasizing personal ownership of recovery
Therapeutic Group Homes
Community-based transitional living program in Prescott Valley where clients practice independent living, employment, and social skills while continuing treatment and education
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Evidence-based therapy for youth impacted by single, multiple, or complex trauma, involving both youth and caregivers in treatment
Ukeru – Comfort vs. Control
Trauma-informed behavior management system focused on eliminating physical restraints and using de-escalation techniques to prevent re-traumatization
activities · 10 groups

what they do

  • Independent Living Skills Training 4 activities
    • Independent Living Skills Training
      Teaches independent living skills including meal preparation, household management, yard maintenance, job preparation, employment acquisition, and financial management, and provides culinary skills training with Safe Serve certification.
    • Independent Living Skills Training
      Teaches independent living skills including meal preparation, household management, yard maintenance, job preparation, employment acquisition, and financial management, with opportunities for culinary skills training and Safe Serve certification.
    • Independent Living Skills Training
      Teaches independent living skills including meal preparation, household management, yard maintenance, job preparation, employment acquisition, financial management, and culinary skills with Safe Serve certification.
    • Independent Living Skills Training
      Teaches independent living skills including meal preparation, household management, yard maintenance, job preparation, employment acquisition, and financial management, and provides culinary skills training with Safe Serve certification.
  • Therapeutic Recreation and Activity Programs 4 activities
    • Recreational and Therapeutic Activities
      Offers therapeutic sports and physical activities using indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, organizes off-campus therapeutic activities, and enables clients to participate in special weekend activities on campus.
    • Therapeutic Recreation and Activities
      Offers therapeutic sports and physical activities using indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, organizes off-campus therapeutic activities, and enables clients to participate in special weekend activities on campus.
    • Therapeutic Recreation and Activities
      Provides therapeutic sports and physical activities using indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, organizes off-campus therapeutic activities, and enables clients to participate in special weekend activities on campus.
    • Therapeutic Recreation and Leadership Programs
      Offers therapeutic sports and physical activities using indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, organizes off-campus therapeutic activities, and operates a client-run leadership program (Mountain Lions Club) to build leadership and reinforce therapeutic skills.
  • Behavioral Health Intake & Referral Coordination 3 activities
    • Client Referral and Admission Process
      Accepts referral submissions via phone or email, conducts client interviews, and makes admission decisions within 48 hours, followed by sending program information and intake forms to referring workers and parent/guardians.
    • Client Referral and Admission Process
      Accepts referral submissions via phone or email, conducts client interviews, and makes admission decisions within 48 hours, followed by sending program information and intake forms to referring workers and parent/guardians.
    • Client Referral and Admission Process
      Manages a referral process that accepts submissions via phone or email, conducts client interviews, and makes admission decisions within 48 hours, followed by sending program information and intake forms to referring workers and guardians.
  • Extended-Day Charter School Program 3 activities
    • Educational Services
      Provides year-round, accredited middle and high school education with accelerated programming, Exceptional Student Services, and pathways to GED and college preparation, including dual credit college courses.
    • Educational Services
      Provides year-round, accredited middle and high school education with accelerated programming, Exceptional Student Services, pathways to GED and college preparation, and dual credit college courses.
    • Educational Services
      Provides year-round, accredited middle and high school education with accelerated programming, Exceptional Student Services, and pathways to GED and college preparation, including dual credit college courses.
  • Equine-Assisted Therapy for Veterans and First Responders 3 activities
    • Equine Therapy Program
      Offers equine therapy using on-campus horses and miniature donkeys, and through a certified team using Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH) standards, to teach healthy relationships and boundaries.
    • Equine Therapy Program
      Offers equine therapy using on-campus horses and miniature donkeys, and through a certified team using Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH) standards, to teach healthy relationships and boundaries.
    • Equine Therapy Program
      Offers equine therapy using on-campus horses and miniature donkeys, and through a certified team following PATH International standards, to teach healthy relationships and boundaries for clients progressing in treatment.
  • Merit-Based Educational Scholarships 2 activities
    • Post-Treatment Scholarship Funding
      Provides nearly $200,000 in scholarship funding to support clients' post-treatment education and independent living.
    • Scholarship Funding
      Provides scholarship funding to support clients' post-treatment education and independent living, with nearly $200,000 distributed.
  • Outpatient & Residential Recovery Support Services 2 activities
    • Residential Behavioral Health Treatment for Adolescents
      Operates a licensed and accredited inpatient facility for adolescents aged 12-17 with behavioral health and substance abuse diagnoses, providing individual, group, and family therapy using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices, along with 24-hour nursing care and psychiatric services.
    • Residential Behavioral Health Treatment for Adolescents
      Operates a licensed and accredited inpatient facility for adolescents aged 12-17 with behavioral health and substance abuse diagnoses, providing individual, group, and family therapy using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices, along with 24-hour nursing care and psychiatric services.
  • Adult Day Training & Enrichment Programs 2 activities
    • Therapeutic Group Home Program
      Operates two therapeutic group homes in the Prescott Valley area where clients live in nearby communities, practice social, emotional, and educational skills through community-based jobs and volunteer work, and continue treatment and education.
    • Therapeutic Group Home Program
      Operates two therapeutic group homes in the Prescott Valley area where clients live in nearby communities, practice social, emotional, and educational skills through community-based jobs and volunteer work, and continue treatment and education.
  • Professional Accreditation & Certification Maintenance 2 activities
    • Trauma-Responsive Care Certification
      Completed a three-year certification in the Sanctuary Model™, an evidence-supported framework for trauma-responsive care, indicating a commitment to this approach in their services.
    • Trauma-Responsive Care Certification
      Completed a three-year certification in the Sanctuary Model™, an evidence-supported framework for trauma-responsive care, indicating a commitment to this approach in their services.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Client Leadership Program
      Operates the Mountain Lions Club, a client-run leadership program modeled after student government, to build leadership, self-confidence, and reinforce therapeutic skills.
    • Client Leadership Program
      Operates a client-run leadership program, the Mountain Lions Club, modeled after student government to build leadership, self-confidence, and reinforce therapeutic skills.
    • Client Leadership Program
      Operates the Mountain Lions Club, a client-run leadership program modeled after student government, to build leadership, self-confidence, and reinforce therapeutic skills.
    • Step-Down Program for Girls
      Provides a stand-alone step-down program specifically for girls transitioning from other treatment programs, offering continued support and skill development.
    • Step-Down Program for Girls
      Provides a stand-alone step-down program specifically for girls transitioning from other treatment programs, supporting their continued progress.
    • Step-Down Program for Girls
      Provides a stand-alone step-down program specifically for girls transitioning from other treatment programs, supporting their continued progress.
    • Step-Down Program for Girls
      Provides a stand-alone step-down program specifically for girls transitioning from other treatment programs, offering a structured environment for continued recovery and skill development.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$20.48M
Contributions & grants$45K0%
Program service revenue$18.12M88%
Investment income$11K0%
Other revenue$2.31M
expenses
Total expenses$20.54M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$8.36M
Cash$924K
Investments$28K
Liabilities$5.97M
Net assets$2.39M
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +53.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 6
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ANGELA DADDARIO SECRETARY 3 $800
MICHAEL FORAKIS PRESIDENT 3 $800
MICHAEL GOLDENBERG VICE CHAIRMA 3 $800
CHARLIE SONNEBORN TREASURER 3 $600
JILLIAN SCHROEDER ASSISTANT TR 3 $600
JEFF BEACH BOARD MEMBER 3 $200
board members · 1
  • RANDY COPAS — EXECUTIVE DI
relationships · 19

who they work with

  • AHCCCS FFS Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • Arizona Complete Health Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • Arizona Department of Health Services Government — Licensing agency for the Behavioral Health Inpatient Facility.
  • Care 1st Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • Crisis Prevention Institute Partner — Provider of non-violent, trauma-informed crisis prevention and intervention training for staff
  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Partner — Evidence-based psychotherapy model used to treat emotional distress from complex trauma
  • Health Choice Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • Joint Commission Government — Accrediting body for the treatment center.
  • Mercy Care ACC Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • Mercy Care DCS/CHP Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • Molina Complete Care Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage
  • North Central Association Partner — Accrediting body for the educational program.
  • Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International Partner — Organization whose standards guide the equine therapy program
  • The Joint Commission Government — Accreditation organization to which complaints can be escalated if internal reports are not adequately addressed
  • The Sanctuary Model Partner — Overarching trauma-informed treatment model used across all clinical services
  • The Seven Challenges Partner — Comprehensive counseling program used to support youth recovery from substance use disorders
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Partner — Evidence-based clinical treatment protocol used for youth impacted by trauma and their caregivers
  • Ukeru Partner — Behavior management intervention program focused on eliminating physical restraints and using trauma-informed de-escalation
  • United Healthcare Government — AHCCCS in-network health plan accepted for client coverage