activities · 21
what they do
direct service · 16
- Diversity Trainings DEI Training & WorkshopsProvides diversity trainings and technical assistance to corporations, businesses, nonprofits, and educational institutions to promote equity and inclusion.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Trainings for Organizations DEI Training & WorkshopsProvides diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings and technical assistance to corporations, businesses, nonprofits, and educational institutions through its "ANYTOWN at Work" program, sometimes in partnership with Inclusion Counts. Proceeds from these trainings help fund scholarships for students attending the Anytown Leadership Camp.
- Financial Assistance for Camp Summer and Program-Specific Camp ScholarshipsProvides need-based financial assistance to enable qualifying students to attend the Anytown Leadership Camp for as low as $25.
- In-School Programs Youth Civic Leadership TrainingDelivers in-school programs for middle and high school youth to build awareness, knowledge, and skills for promoting respect and inclusion, including the "ANYTOWN at School" initiative.
- In-School and Off-Site Youth Programs Youth Civic Leadership TrainingDelivers customized in-school and off-site programs, including "ANYTOWN at School" and "Minitown," for middle and high school students. These programs introduce youth to diversity-related topics, build awareness, knowledge, and skills for promoting respect and inclusion, and foster safe school environments.
- In-School and Off-Site Youth Programs Youth Civic Leadership TrainingDelivers customized in-school and off-site programs for middle and high school students, based on the Anytown leadership model. These programs, including "ANYTOWN at School" and "Minitown," aim to foster respectful, inclusive, and safe school environments by building awareness, knowledge, and skills related to diversity, prejudice, and inclusion.
- In-school and off-site youth leadership programs Youth Civic Leadership TrainingDelivers the "ANYTOWN at School" program, including in-school and off-site experiential learning initiatives such as "Minitown" for middle school students and "Unitown" for high school students, designed to build awareness, knowledge, and skills around diversity, inclusion, and confronting prejudice.
- Leadership CampOperates the Anytown Leadership Camp, a flagship residential camp for youth focused on education, liberation, and empowerment, including activities like workshops and discussions on prejudice and discrimination.
- Residential Youth Leadership CampsConducts weeklong residential leadership camps for Arizona high school students, focusing on prejudice, discrimination, and bias through workshops, simulations, and discussions. The camps aim to educate, liberate, and empower youth, with financial assistance available for qualifying students.
- Residential Youth Leadership CampsConducts a weeklong residential leadership program for Arizona high school students, focusing on prejudice, discrimination, and bias through workshops, simulations, and discussions. The camp aims to educate, liberate, and empower youth, with financial assistance available for qualifying students.
- Residential leadership camp for youthConducts a weeklong residential leadership camp for Arizona high school students focused on prejudice, discrimination, and bias through workshops, simulations, campfires, and experiential activities. The program is offered at a reduced cost through need-based financial assistance and is supported by volunteer staff including counselors, medical personnel, and mental health professionals.
- Workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Trainings DEI Training & WorkshopsProvides diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings and technical assistance to corporations, businesses, nonprofits, and educational institutions. These "ANYTOWN at Work" programs are sometimes offered in partnership with other organizations like Inclusion Counts, and proceeds help fund scholarships for youth camps.
- Workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings DEI Training & WorkshopsProvides customized diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings and technical assistance to corporations, businesses, nonprofits, and educational institutions through the "ANYTOWN at Work" program, in partnership with Inclusion Counts.
- Youth Council Youth Advisory CouncilsOperates the Anytown Youth Council (AYC), a youth board composed of program graduates that provides strategic direction and facilitates youth-led initiatives.
- Youth Council and Alumni Engagement Youth Advisory CouncilsOperates the Anytown Youth Council (AYC), a working youth board composed of program graduates, which provides strategic direction, feedback, and facilitates youth-led initiatives for alumni and the program.
- Youth-led alumni governance and initiatives Youth Advisory CouncilsOperates the Anytown Youth Council (AYC), a youth board composed of program graduates that provides strategic direction, facilitates youth-led initiatives, participates in community events, and supports program development.
capacity building · 5
- Annual Report Publication Annual Impact & Transparency ReportingPublished a 2023 annual report detailing the organizational impact and activities undertaken throughout the year.
- Organizational reporting and transparency Annual Impact & Transparency ReportingPublishes annual reports detailing organizational impact, such as the 2023 annual report, to communicate outcomes and transparency to stakeholders.
- Scholarships and financial assistance for camp participants Summer and Program-Specific Camp ScholarshipsProvides need-based financial assistance to ensure access to the residential leadership camp, enabling qualifying students to attend for as low as $25, funded in part by proceeds from workplace training programs.
- Workplace TrainingsConducts workplace trainings that utilize proceeds to fund scholarships and financial assistance for students attending Anytown Leadership Camp.
- Youth Council and Alumni Engagement Youth Advisory CouncilsOperates the Anytown Youth Council (AYC), a working youth board composed of Anytown graduates. The AYC provides strategic direction, feedback, participates in community events, and facilitates youth-led initiatives for program alumni.
strategies · 25
how they think
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- Affirmation of difference and inclusive community building difference_affirmationBuilds inclusive communities by intentionally bringing together individuals across social identities and affirming differences as a foundation for unity and mutual respect.
- Alumni engagement for peer-driven leadership development alumni_engagementLeverages alumni networks to model leadership and share lived experiences, reinforcing community-driven growth and continuity in youth development.
- Community-driven program delivery and alumni engagement community-driven_volunteer_modelLeverages a network of alumni, volunteers, and community supporters to deliver and sustain leadership programs, emphasizing peer engagement and community ownership.
- Customized, school-based human relations education customized programmingDesigns immersive, interactive youth leadership experiences tailored to school-specific needs using assessment data and leadership input to advance anti-bullying, equity, and inclusion goals.
- Customized, school-based leadership programming customized programmingDesigns interactive youth leadership experiences using pre-program data and school input to align with specific institutional goals around anti-bullying, equity, and inclusion, ensuring relevance and sustainability.
- Dialogue-based leadership development for youth dialogue-based learningUses structured, respectful dialogue among diverse youth to build empathy, understanding, and leadership skills as a pathway to social change and inclusive community building.
- Dialogue-based learning for social change dialogue-based learningUses structured, respectful dialogue among youth from diverse backgrounds as a core mechanism to build empathy, break down social barriers, and foster understanding of systemic oppression and social justice, leading to personal growth and community transformation.
- Dialogue-based learning for social change dialogue-based learningUses structured, respectful dialogue among youth from diverse backgrounds as a core mechanism to build empathy, break down social barriers, and foster understanding of systemic oppression and social justice, leading to personal and community transformation.
- Dialogue-based learning to build empathy and understanding dialogue-based learningUses structured, respectful dialogue among youth from diverse backgrounds to build empathy, break down social barriers, and foster understanding of systemic oppression and social justice as a pathway to community change.
- Evidence-based diversity, equity, and inclusion education evidence-based DEI trainingDelivers customized, high-impact DEI initiatives grounded in evidence-based practices and informed by assessment data to educate on bias, discrimination, and inclusion, supporting sustainable cultural change in schools and communities.
- Evidence-based diversity, equity, and inclusion education evidence-based DEI trainingDelivers customized, interactive, and sustainable DEI initiatives grounded in evidence-based practices to promote culture change, reduce bias, and support equity in schools and communities.
- Evidence-based diversity, equity, and inclusion education evidence-based DEI trainingDelivers customized, high-impact programs grounded in evidence-based practices that educate participants on bias, discrimination, and inclusion, tailored to community needs through assessments and input to advance equity and respectful communities.
- Evidence-based diversity, equity, and inclusion education evidence-based DEI trainingDelivers customized, high-impact programs grounded in evidence-based practices that educate participants on bias, discrimination, and inclusion, using assessment data and school input to tailor anti-bullying, equity, and inclusion initiatives for sustainable cultural change.
- Human relations education for social change human relations educationCombines education, personal empowerment, and leadership development to promote social change, with a vision of a society rooted in diversity, inclusion, respect, and justice.
- Intentional affirmation of difference in community building difference_affirmationCenters the appreciation and embrace of differences in identity—such as race, religion, gender, and socio-economic status—as a foundational strategy for uniting individuals and building inclusive communities.
- Intentional diversity and difference affirmation difference_affirmationBrings together individuals across diverse social identities to intentionally affirm differences as a foundation for building inclusive communities and uniting across divides.
- Intentional diversity and difference affirmation in program design difference_affirmationBrings together participants from diverse social identities to intentionally affirm differences and foster connection across backgrounds as a foundation for unity and social change.
- Leadership development through personal voice and youth empowerment youth_leadership_developmentTrains youth to become accountable, confident leaders and change agents by developing their personal voice and engaging them in leadership roles, including through alumni and youth councils, to advocate for inclusion and justice.
- Social justice and human relations education for systemic change social justice educationEmpowers leaders through education on social justice, diversity, and human relations to promote systemic change, envisioning a society rooted in respect, justice, and acceptance of differences.
- Social justice and human relations education for systemic change social justice educationUses education in human relations and social justice to build leaders who envision and promote a society rooted in diversity, inclusion, respect, and justice, with curricula designed to raise awareness of global issues and instill lifelong values of acceptance and peace.
- Social justice education for community transformation social justice educationUses education on social justice topics to increase awareness of global and systemic issues, aiming to cultivate acceptance, peace, and lifelong commitment to justice and inclusion.
- Social justice education for systemic awareness and change social justice educationEducates youth on systemic oppression and social justice issues to increase awareness, foster acceptance, and inspire action toward a more just and equitable society.
- Youth leadership development through personal voice and advocacy youth_leadership_developmentEmpowers youth to become accountable, confident leaders and change agents by training them to use their personal voices to advocate for inclusion, justice, and community change.
- Youth leadership development through personal voice and agency youth_leadership_developmentEmpowers youth to become accountable, responsible leaders and change agents by training them to use their personal voices, advocate for justice, and take on leadership roles such as in the Anytown Youth Council.
- Youth leadership development through personal voice and agency youth_leadership_developmentEmpowers youth to become accountable, responsible leaders and change agents by training them to use their personal voices, advocating for inclusion and justice, and engaging alumni and graduates in leadership roles such as the Anytown Youth Council.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Anytown Leadership Camp
Weeklong residential program for teens ages 14-19 that uses workshops, simulations, and dialogue to explore prejudice, discrimination, and social justice topics while building leadership and empathy skills
Anytown at School
Customized in-school and off-site programs for middle and high schools focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-bullying through interactive, dialogue-based learning experiences
Anytown at Work
Workplace diversity training and technical assistance for corporations, nonprofits, and educational institutions, powered by Inclusion Counts, to promote inclusive practices in professional settings
CampusTown
Upcoming college-level program designed to support student activism and build inclusive campus cultures through expanded Anytown curriculum and leadership development
Minitown
Condensed version of Anytown Leadership Camp for middle school students (grades 6-8) that introduces diversity issues, multicultural communication, and self-esteem in an experiential format
UniTown
Experiential program for high school students (grades 9-12) that raises awareness about systemic "-isms" and develops interpersonal skills to challenge prejudice and discrimination in schools and communities
relationships · 38
who they work with
- ALDI Funder — Supporter at the $1,000+ level.
- AZ Humanities Funder — Supporter at the $1,000+ level.
- Arizona Community Foundation Funder — Supporter at the $100,000+ level.
- Arizona Coyotes Foundation Funder — Supporter at the $7,500+ level.
- Bank of America Funder — Supporter at the $500+ yearly / $50+ monthly level.
- Barry Goldwater High School Partner — Karyleni, a Council Member, attends Barry Goldwater High School.
- Brock Insurance Services Funder — Supporter at the $500+ yearly / $50+ monthly level.
- Cardinals Charities Funder — Supporter at the $5,000+ level.
- Cox Charities Funder — Supporter at the $1,000+ level.
- David Frazier Endowment Fund Funder — Supporter at the $7,500+ level.
- Desert Mountain High School Partner — Ivan, a Council Member, attends Desert Mountain High School.
- Fiesta Bowl Charities Funder — Supporter at the $7,500+ level.
- Fromm, Smith & Gadow, P.C. Funder — Supporter at the $1,000+ level.
- Grand Canyon University Partner — Jorge, the President of the Anytown Youth Council, is a first-year college student at Grand Canyon University.
- Highland High School Partner — Jenna, a Council Member, attends Highland High School.
- Inclusion Counts Partner — Collaborates on the "anytown at work" program, which provides diversity trainings for organizations.
- Inclusion Counts Partner — Partner organization that co-delivers workplace trainings and technical assistance on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Inclusion Counts Partner — Powers the "ANYTOWN AT WORK" program.
- Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy Funder — Supporter at the $7,500+ level.
- Maryvale High School Partner — Marty, a Historian for the Anytown Youth Council, attends Maryvale High School.
- Mesquite High School Partner — Jada, a Council Member, attends Mesquite High School.
- Mountain View High School Partner — Jordyn, a Council Member, attends Mountain View High School.
- North Canyon High School Partner — Eli, a Council Member, attends North Canyon High School.
- Peoria Diamond Club Funder — Supporter at the $1,000+ level.
- Phoenix Pediatrics Funder — Supporter at the $500+ yearly / $50+ monthly level.
- Phoenix Pride Funder — Supporter at the $5,000+ level.
- REI Cooperative Action Fund Funder — Supporter at the $7,500+ level.
- Robert Cialdini & Bobette Gorden Family Foundation Funder — Supporter at the $5,000+ level.
- Saguaro High School Partner — Taylor, a Council Member, attends Saguaro High School.
- Spire Health Club Funder — Supporter at the $500+ yearly / $50+ monthly level.
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