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 $112KENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION FOR ADULTS: ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES.
- #2 $45KINTEGRATED-BASIC EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING: HELPED STUDENTS EARN A GED DIPLOMA AND COMPLETE CNA CERTIFICATION. CREATED PARTNERSHIPS WITH ARIZONA WORKFORCE CONNECTION/ARIZONA AT WORK, THE YUMA PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL, AND ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE. ESTABLISHED A COLLEGE AND CAREER BRIDGE PROGRAM.
named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Adult Secondary Education (ASE)
A 10-week course preparing students for college and career success, focusing on High School Equivalency (HSE, GED) through rigorous instruction in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Business of Retail Certified Specialist
A 12-week course within the IELCE+T program that covers merchandising, marketing, store operations, loss prevention, workplace safety, and math concepts for pricing and profit.
E-Customer Service & Sales Certified Specialist
A 12-week course within the IELCE+T program that focuses on mastering customer service and sales skills, including understanding the customer life cycle, engaging customers, assessing needs, and closing sales.
ESOL Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education PLUS Training (IELCE + T)
An integrated English literacy and civics program for English language learners, delivered in combination with Integrated Education and Training (IET) activities to develop workforce preparation skills.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
A series of 10-week courses (ESOL 1-5) designed to introduce and develop fundamental English skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with advanced courses preparing students for adult basic education.
Retail Industry Fundamentals Specialist
A 6-week course within the IELCE+T program that develops basic customer service and math skills for sales transactions, understanding the retail industry, and exploring career paths.
Warehouse, Inventory & Logistics Specialist
A 12-week course within the IELCE+T program that helps learners understand supply chains and develop workplace readiness skills for roles in warehouses, distribution, or fulfillment centers.
activities · 3 groups
what they do
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Adult Literacy and HSE/ESL Instruction 6 activities
- Adult Basic Education (ABE) InstructionProvides Adult Basic Education (ABE) instruction aligned with Arizona Adult Education Content Standards, utilizing evidence-based reading instruction (EBRI) to improve skills in alphabetics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension, and helps students with basic whole number computations and GED Exam approved calculator use.
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) InstructionProvides basic, intermediate, and advanced English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes, including 10-week courses (ESOL 1-5) focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing, aligned with Arizona Adult Education Content Standards and using evidence-based reading instruction.
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) InstructionProvides basic, intermediate, and advanced English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes, including 10-week courses (ESOL 1-5) focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing using face-to-face and computer-assisted instruction. This includes an Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) program combined with Integrated Education and Training (IET) activities.
- High School Equivalency (HSE) PreparationOffers High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation through face-to-face and computer-assisted virtual instruction, including rigorous Adult Secondary Education (ASE) programs and specific 10-week courses for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics to prepare students for the GED exam.
- High School Equivalency (HSE) PreparationOffers High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation through face-to-face and computer-assisted virtual instruction, including rigorous Adult Secondary Education programs and specific 10-week courses for English Language Arts (200 and 300 levels) and Mathematics (200 and 300 levels) to prepare students for the GED exam. Over 1,500 graduates have earned diplomas through the Arizona Department of Education Adult Education Services.
- Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE)Offers an Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) program for English language learners, combined with Integrated Education and Training (IET) activities.
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One-on-One Tutoring & Homework Help 2 activities
- One-on-One TutoringMatches volunteer tutors with students for individualized instruction based on subject, time, location, and availability, and tracks volunteer hours.
- One-on-One Volunteer TutoringMatches volunteer tutors with students based on subject, time, location, and availability for individualized instruction, and tracks volunteer tutor hours through required time sheets.
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Certification Programs in Retail, Apparel, and Logistics 2 activities
- Workforce Preparation and TrainingDelivers College & Career Preparation classes and certificate programs to build workplace and workforce skills. This includes 6-week Retail Industry Fundamentals Specialist, 12-week E-Customer Service & Sales Certified Specialist, 12-week Business of Retail Certified Specialist, and 12-week Warehouse, Inventory & Logistics Specialist courses, often provided concurrently with Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education activities.
- Workforce Preparation and TrainingDelivers College & Career Preparation classes and offers certificate programs in Retail Industry Fundamentals, Customer Service & Sales, Business of Retail, and Warehouse, Inventory & Logistics, which include job search skills, resume building, and career exploration.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$384K
Contributions & grants$384K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$423K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$269K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$530K
Cash$39K
Investments$0
Liabilities$80K
Net assets$450K
Liquid reserves1.1 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -10.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JESSE FIGUEROA | DIRECTOR | 40 | $63K |
board members · 5
- BRENDA BUENROSTRO — BOARD MEMBER
- EVELYN AELLO — CFO
- GILBERTO VILLEGAS — CFO
- MOISES PIMENTEL — Vice President
- SONDRA MATHEWS — President
relationships · 22
who they work with
- ARIZONA@WORK Partner — Partners with ALPS.
- Arizona Department of Education/Adult Education Services Government — Recognized as one of the leading adult education programs sponsored by the Arizona Department of Education/Adult Education Services.
- Arizona Western College Partner — Partners with ALPS.
- Canvas Partner — Uses Canvas for course materials, aiming to make teaching and learning easier.
- Canvas Partner — Utilizes Canvas to deliver course materials and support teaching and learning.
- City of Yuma Partner — Partners with ALPS.
- EdReady Partner — Provides a personalized study path to improve readiness for college math or English.
- EdReady Partner — Uses EdReady to assess student readiness and provide personalized study paths in math and English.
- EdReady Partner — Uses EdReady to help students assess readiness for college math and English, and to provide personalized study paths.
- Essential Education Partner — Offers GED online classes through Essential Education.
- Goodwill Partner — Partners through My Career Advisor, a service powered by Goodwill, to support student career development.
- Goodwill Partner — Powers the "My Career Advisor" resource for students.
- Google Classroom Partner — Uses Google Classroom as an online learning platform to empower teaching and learning.
- Google Classroom Partner — Uses Google Classroom as the online platform for delivering instruction and managing coursework.
- Housing Authority of Yuma County Partner — Partners with ALPS.
- Khan Academy Partner — Utilizes Khan Academy as a resource for free, world-class education.
- Math Antics Partner — Provides online basic math videos as a course resource.
- Penn Foster Partner — Provides access to the Penn Foster Student Portal for employer-recognized, career-focused training.
- Penn Foster Partner — Provides employer-recognized, career-focused training through the Penn Foster Student Portal for ALPS students.
- ProLiteracy America Partner — Accredits ALPS.
- Somerton Adult Education Partner — Partners with ALPS.
- Yuma County Library District Partner — Partners with ALPS.