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MCSO CADETS

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 850945560 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE O40 · Youth Development · Micro (<$100K) · www.mcsocadets.com
revenue
$475
expenses
$0
net assets
$23K
employees
mission · from form 990

The organization is a youth based in training and educational to assist 14 to 18 year old youth in learning about Law enforcement procedures and practices. The MCSO Cadets instills ethical development for those who may be interested in a law enforcement career.

profile · synthesized from sources

MCSO Cadets is a youth development program in Maricopa County, Arizona, that introduces young adults aged 14-18 to law enforcement procedures and practices. The program focuses on ethical development, leadership skills, and community service, preparing participants for potential careers in law enforcement or public safety. They also host an annual Cadet/Explorer academy for youth from various law enforcement agencies.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Cadet Competitions
Cadets participate in and host competitions with other law enforcement agencies, showcasing their skills in various events.
Cadet Program
A program for young adults aged 14-18 to assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, providing specialized law enforcement training, leadership skills, and community service opportunities. It instills ethical development for those interested in law enforcement careers.
Cadet/Explorer Academy
An annual two-week summer academy open to Cadet or Explorer programs throughout Arizona, offering physical fitness training, law and legal training, police tactics, firearms training, K9 demonstrations, CPR/First Aid certification, cyber crimes, and ethics training.
Community Service
Cadets participate in various volunteer activities such as food and toy drives, reading books for children, assisting at fundraisers for fallen officers, cleaning the Arizona Law Enforcement K-9 Memorial, and helping at Horses Help.
Pink Patch Project
A collaborative public awareness campaign during October to support Breast Cancer Awareness, where MCSO uniformed personnel wear pink badges and a portion of merchandise sales are donated to breast cancer research.
activities · 9 clusters

what they do

  • Youth Law Enforcement Training Academies 10 activities
    • Conduct Law Enforcement Cadet/Explorer Academies
      Hosts and graduates participants from various law enforcement agencies in annual Cadet/Explorer Academies, providing training and fostering interest in law enforcement careers. These academies have graduated dozens of cadets and explorers from multiple departments since 2017.
    • Conduct Law Enforcement Cadet/Explorer Academies
      Hosts and graduates participants from various police departments and its own program in annual Cadet/Explorer Academies, providing specialized law enforcement training and fostering interest in public safety careers.
    • Conduct Law Enforcement Cadet/Explorer Academies
      Hosts and graduates participants from various police departments and its own program in annual Cadet/Explorer Academies, providing specialized law enforcement training and fostering interest in public safety careers.
    • Deliver specialized law enforcement training and meetings
      Provide structured law enforcement training and host bi-weekly meetings for cadets across multiple locations, including high schools and MCSO facilities, organized into five squads.
    • Operate Cadet/Explorer Academy
      Conduct an annual Cadet/Explorer Academy to train and graduate youth cadets from MCSO and partner law enforcement agencies, with cohorts ranging from 15 to 21 participants annually since at least 2017.
    • Operate a Youth Cadet Program
      Manages a program for young adults, organized into five squads, providing opportunities to assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and gain law enforcement job skills through bi-weekly meetings held at various high schools and facilities.
    • Provide Law Enforcement Career Development for Youth
      Offers young adults opportunities to assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, gain firsthand knowledge of law enforcement, develop job skills, and participate in a structured program with bi-weekly meetings across multiple locations.
    • Provide Law Enforcement Training and Program Structure
      Offers specialized law enforcement training and organizes bi-weekly meetings for cadets. The program operates with five squads and holds meetings at various high schools and enforcement support locations.
    • Provide youth with law enforcement experience and skill development
      Offer young adults opportunities to assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and gain firsthand knowledge of law enforcement challenges and job skills through active participation.
    • Support Cadets with Resources and Opportunities
      Provides young adults with opportunities to assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, gain law enforcement knowledge, and receive support such as uniforms and transportation for training and community service.
  • Youth Skill-Building Competitions and Clinics 4 activities
    • Host youth cadet competitions
      Organize and host cadet competitions, such as the 2025 event scheduled for November 15th involving 8 teams competing in 8 events for medals and an overall trophy.
    • Organize and Participate in Cadet/Explorer Competitions
      Hosts and participates in competitions where cadet teams compete in various events, often winning trophies and medals.
    • Organize and Participate in Cadet/Explorer Competitions
      Hosts and participates in Cadet/Explorer competitions, where teams compete in various events for medals and trophies, demonstrating skills and fostering camaraderie.
    • Organize and Participate in Cadet/Explorer Competitions
      Hosts and participates in Cadet/Explorer competitions where teams compete in various events for medals and trophies, demonstrating skills acquired through the program.
  • Youth Program Storytelling & Impact Sharing 3 activities
    • Collect and Share Alumni Success Stories
      Gathers and disseminates success stories from former Explorers and Cadets who have achieved accomplishments in education, law enforcement, public safety, and military service.
    • Document and Share Success Stories of Alumni
      Collects and shares success stories from former Explorers and Cadets, highlighting their achievements in education, law enforcement, public safety, and military service to inspire current and future participants.
    • Facilitate career and educational development for youth
      Collect and share success stories of former cadets and explorers who have pursued careers in law enforcement, public safety, military service, and higher education, promoting long-term development.
  • Youth Toy and Essential Goods Distribution 3 activities
    • Facilitate Youth Participation in Community Service and Outreach
      Engages youth cadets in various community service activities, including reading to children, assisting at fundraisers, cleaning memorials, preparing for memorial services, and distributing toys to children.
    • Participate in Community Service and Outreach
      Engages in various community activities such as reading to children, assisting at fundraisers, cleaning memorials, preparing for memorial services, distributing toys, and participating in food and toy drives.
    • Provide Community Service and Outreach
      Engages in various community service activities, including reading to children, assisting at fundraisers, cleaning memorials, preparing for memorial services, and distributing toys to children.
  • Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 1 activity
    • Conduct Food and Toy Drives
      Participates in and organizes food and toy drives throughout the year in Maricopa County, often supported by donations from local businesses.
  • Community Engagement & Volunteer Mobilization 1 activity
    • Conduct community outreach and service events
      Engage in regular community service activities including food and toy drives, reading to children, cleaning memorials, supporting fallen officer events, and distributing donated items to communities in need.
  • Summer and School Break Camps 1 activity
    • Operate Summer Academy program
      Run a Summer Academy program from June 15–26, Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, providing structured training and engagement for youth cadets.
  • Vehicle Donation Program Management 1 activity
    • Support cadet operations through donations and resources
      Receive and utilize donations including a 2020 Honda Odyssey for transportation, $15,000 for free uniforms, and in-kind contributions of food and beverages to support cadet training and community events.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Engage in Charitable Fundraising and Donations
      Participates in fundraising efforts, such as donating to the Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund, and organizes food and toy drives with support from local businesses.
    • Support Charitable Causes
      Donates to charitable organizations, such as contributing to the Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund as part of the Pink Patch Project.
    • Support Charitable Causes
      Donates funds to charitable organizations, such as the Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund, as part of initiatives like the Pink Patch Project.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$475
Contributions & grants$2K340%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$0
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$23K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$23K
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 1
  • Amie Duong — Director
relationships · 22

who they work with

  • Arizona Law Enforcement K-9 Memorial Partner — Collaborates with the Arizona Law Enforcement K-9 Memorial through cadet-led cleaning and maintenance activities.
  • Avondale Explorers Partner — Participating group in the 2021 MCSO Cadet/Explorer Academy
  • Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund Partner — Receives a portion of proceeds from the MCSO Cadets' Pink Patch Project sales.
  • Chandler Cadets Partner — Participating group in the 2021 and 2022 MCSO Cadet/Explorer Academy
  • Chandler Police Partner — Attends their annual competition
  • EDUCATE – EMPOWER – SUCCEED, LLC. Funder — Donates and purchases equipment for the MCSO Cadet Program.
  • Earnhardt Auto Center Funder — Donated a 2020 Honda Odyssey van for cadet transportation, training, and community service.
  • Enforcement Support Partner — Hosts Cadet program competition meetings on Wednesdays.
  • Franklin Police and Fire High School Partner — Hosts Cadet program meetings on Mondays.
  • Fry's Food Partner — The Baseline & Country Club store provides water, Gatorade, and lunch items for the annual holiday food drive.
  • Horses Help Partner — Partners with Horses Help in equine-related memorial and community service activities.
  • Lake Havasu Explorers Partner — Participating group in the 2021 MCSO Cadet/Explorer Academy
  • Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Government — Parent law enforcement agency overseeing the Cadets program.
  • Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Partner — Cadets assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and gain firsthand knowledge of law enforcement challenges and job skills.
  • Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Partner — Provides young adults with the opportunity to assist the office and oversees the Cadet Program.
  • Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Partner — The MCSO Cadet program operates in conjunction with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, with policies and procedures subject to MCSO.
  • Mountainside High School Partner — Hosts Cadet program meetings on Tuesdays.
  • Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Police Partner — Participating agency in the MCSO Cadet/Explorer Academy
  • Scottsdale Police Partner — Attends their annual competition
  • Scottsdale Police Partner — Participating agency in the 2018 and 2022 MCSO Cadet/Explorer Academy
  • Sheriff's Jeep Posse Funder — Provided a $15,000 donation to cover the cost of cadet uniforms.
  • Tempe Police Partner — Participating agency in the MCSO Cadet/Explorer Academy