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SURPRISE SUNDANCERS

AZ · EIN 161641502 · $144K rev · grantmaker · operational · surprisesundancers.org
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Surprise Sundancers is a nonprofit organization based in Surprise, Arizona, focused on supporting youth in the Northwest Valley through scholarships and funding for youth-serving organizations. Since 2006, the group has awarded over $2.3 million in scholarships and grants, primarily funded through a 50/50 raffle during Spring Training games and donor contributions. The organization is governed by a volunteer board of community leaders.

activities · 10

what they do

direct service · 8
  • Awarding Scholarships to Students Targeted Educational Scholarships
    Awards scholarships to students, including endowed Mark Coronado Scholarships for top-tier first-year recipients, having provided over $1.79 million in scholarships since 2006.
  • Awarding scholarships to students Targeted Educational Scholarships
    Awards scholarships to students, including high-value Mark Coronado Scholarships, having provided $1,794,500 in scholarships since 2006.
  • Mobilizing and Managing Volunteers Volunteer Management for Sports Events
    Mobilizes over 750 volunteers who contribute more than 36,000 hours annually during each Cactus League season at Surprise Stadium, providing daily assignments, amenities, and an end-of-season recognition party. The organization also offers a youth volunteer program called Junior Sundancers.
  • Mobilizing and managing volunteers for City of Surprise events Volunteer Management for Sports Events
    Mobilizes over 750 volunteers who contribute more than 36,000 hours annually during each Cactus League season at Surprise Stadium, providing daily assignments, amenities, and an end-of-season party.
  • Operating 50/50 Raffle Program Charity Sports & Recreation Tournaments
    Operates a 50/50 Raffle program since 2014, which has provided over $340,000 in donations to 31 local organizations benefiting youth, with daily jackpots ranging from approximately $2,700 to $6,700 during Spring Training.
  • Operates a 50/50 Raffle program since 2014, providing over $340,000 in donations to 31 local organizations benefiting youth.
  • Providing Financial Support to Youth Initiatives Local Community Grantmaking
    Provides financial donations to youth in the Northwest Valley, totaling over $2.389 million since inception, including $250,000 to Dreamcatcher Park, a fully accessible athletic facility.
  • Providing financial donations to youth organizations Local Community Grantmaking
    Provided over $2.389 million in donations to youth in the Northwest Valley since inception, including $250,000 to Dreamcatcher Park, a fully accessible athletic facility.
capacity building · 2
  • Conducting volunteer training
    Conducts annual training for its volunteers, typically in February.
  • Conducts annual training for its volunteers, typically in February, to prepare them for their roles during the Cactus League season.
strategies · 6

how they think

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named programs · 2

what they call their work

50/50 Raffle Program
Raise funds during Spring Training games, with proceeds distributed to 31 local organizations that benefit youth in the West Valley
Surprise Sundancers Scholarship
Provides financial scholarships to high school graduates from the Northwest Valley pursuing higher education at colleges and universities
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • Arizona Community Foundation Partner — Partners with the Arizona Community Foundation for scholarship applications.
  • City of Surprise Sports and Tourism Partner — Provides volunteer support for their events during Spring Training season.
  • Community Recreation Services Office Partner — Hosts volunteer application availability at its office location.
  • Independent Sector Partner — Uses their metrics to estimate the value of volunteer services.
  • Mark Coronado Partner — Individual associated with the scholarship program, likely a donor or honoree.