activities · 8
what they do
direct service · 8
- Collection of donated items Back-to-School Supply DistributionCollects donations of new and gently used educational supplies, arts and crafts materials, sports equipment, clothing, shoes, technology, and musical instruments to support its programs.
- Donation collection for program supplies Back-to-School Supply DistributionCollects donations of new and gently used educational supplies, arts and crafts materials, sports equipment, clothing, shoes, technology, and musical instruments to support its programs.
- Funding and provision of arts and sports enrichment for children Athletic Participation Financial AidProvides arts and sports enrichment opportunities for children from families facing financial challenges in Arizona, covering registration and class fees, and supplying equipment, uniforms, shoes, and art supplies. This includes funding for various sports (golf, track, cheer, tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, hockey, lacrosse) and arts (dance, music, writing, visual arts, performing arts).
- Funding and provision of arts and sports enrichment for children Athletic Participation Financial AidProvides arts and sports enrichment opportunities for children from families facing financial challenges in Arizona, covering registration and class fees, and providing equipment, uniforms, shoes, and art supplies. This includes funding for various sports (golf, track, cheer, tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, hockey, lacrosse) and arts (dance, music, writing, visual arts, performing arts).
- Volunteer program managementOffers volunteer opportunities to support children through sports and arts programs, recognizing their service with complimentary hotel stays at 10 prime locations.
- Volunteer program with recognitionOffers volunteer opportunities to support children through sports and arts programs, recognizing their service with complimentary hotel stays at 10 prime locations.
- Youth Mentorship Youth Civic Leadership TrainingMentors youth in the community.
- Youth mentorship Youth Civic Leadership TrainingMentors youth in the community.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Arts and sports as vehicles for holistic youth development holistic-youth-developmentUses structured sports and arts programming to teach athletic, creative, and life skills—such as discipline, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication—while offering a positive alternative to screen-based activities and fostering individuality through diverse experiences.
- Arts and sports as vehicles for holistic youth development holistic-youth-developmentUses structured sports and arts programming to teach athletic, creative, and life skills—such as discipline, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication—while reducing screen-based activity and fostering individuality through diverse experiences.
- Arts and sports as vehicles for holistic youth development holistic-youth-developmentUses integrated sports and arts programming to teach athletic, creative, and life skills—such as discipline, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication—while reducing screen-based activity and fostering individuality through exposure to diverse perspectives.
- Equitable access to extracurricular programs access_provisionRemoves financial and systemic barriers by providing access to sports and arts programs for children from all backgrounds, especially those affected by budget cuts and inflation, ensuring every child can explore interests and reach their full potential.
- Equitable access to extracurricular programs access_provisionRemoves financial and systemic barriers by providing access to sports and arts programs for children from all backgrounds, especially those affected by budget cuts and inflation, ensuring all children can explore interests and reach their full potential.
- Impact-driven funding and resource allocation impact-driven philanthropyAdopts an impact-driven philanthropy model that prioritizes investment in children’s potential, assesses community needs for long-term growth, and relies on tax-deductible donations without exchanging goods or services.
- Impact-driven investment in children's potential impact-driven philanthropyGuides philanthropy and program planning through an assessment of community needs, with a focus on long-term child well-being and measurable impact on youth development.
- Impact-driven investment in children’s potential impact-driven philanthropyAdopts an impact-driven philanthropy model that assesses community needs and invests strategically in children's long-term well-being and growth through targeted programming and resource allocation.
- Inclusive and equitable programming environment inclusive and equitable programmingChampions diversity and belonging by intentionally creating a welcoming environment that celebrates every race, identity, and background as part of its core programming philosophy.
- Inclusive and identity-affirming programming inclusive and equitable programmingChampions inclusion and equity by intentionally creating a diverse, welcoming environment that celebrates every race, identity, and background as part of its program culture.
- Inclusive and identity-affirming programming inclusive and equitable programmingChampions diversity and belonging by intentionally fostering a welcoming environment that celebrates race, identity, and background, ensuring all children feel represented and valued in programs.
- Inclusive and volunteer-powered program delivery community-engagement-through-volunteerismEngages skilled volunteers not only to expand outreach and improve programming but also to foster community ownership, while offering them professional development opportunities in marketing, event management, and community engagement.
- Volunteer engagement for program delivery and community growth community-engagement-through-volunteerismRelies on passionate volunteers not only to deliver sports and arts programming but also to expand outreach, enhance events, and contribute professional skills in marketing and event management, creating mutual benefit through service and development.
- Volunteer engagement for program delivery and community growth community-engagement-through-volunteerismLeverages passionate volunteers not only to deliver sports and arts programming but also to expand outreach, enhance events, and support professional skill development in areas like marketing and event management.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
New & Gently Used Items Donation Program
Accepts donations of new and gently used sports and arts equipment to distribute to children in need
Sports and Arts Enrichment Program
Provides financial support for children to participate in sports and arts activities by covering registration fees, equipment, uniforms, shoes, and supplies