activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 8
- Awarding Scholarships to Students Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards 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 ScholarshipsAwards 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 EventsMobilizes 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 EventsMobilizes 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 TournamentsOperates 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.
- Operating a 50/50 Raffle program Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesOperates 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 GrantmakingProvides 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 GrantmakingProvided 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 trainingConducts annual training for its volunteers, typically in February.
- Volunteer Training Volunteer Management for Sports EventsConducts 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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- Education Access Through Financial Support education_access_through_financial_supportProvides scholarships and financial aid to young adults and individuals facing economic barriers, enabling access to education and improving long-term personal and career outcomes.
- Enabling educational and personal futures through financial support education_access_through_financial_supportThe organization provides scholarships and financial aid to individuals, particularly young adults and youth from economically constrained backgrounds, to overcome financial barriers and access educational opportunities and recreational programs, thereby improving their lives and educational careers.
- Leveraging task-based volunteer engagement for visitor assistance volunteer_engagementThe organization engages volunteers, organized into specific task-based divisions, to assist visitors with various needs, including information, seating, emergency procedures, and general guidance, enhancing the visitor experience at events.
- Structured Volunteer Engagement for Visitor and Operational Support volunteer engagementOrganizes volunteers into task-based divisions to enhance visitor experience and operational efficiency at events, including wayfinding, emergency assistance, logistics, and guest services.
- Youth Support Through Recreational and Educational Funding Financial Aid for RecreationRaises funds and provides targeted scholarships to support youth in the Northwest Valley, particularly those from economically constrained backgrounds, to access recreational and developmental programs.
- Youth Volunteer Engagement with Safeguards youth_engagementEngages youth in volunteer activities through a structured program that includes parental consent, fostering early civic involvement and responsibility.
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.