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THE COUNTRY FAIR WHITE ELEPHANT SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION INC

GREEN VALLEY, AZ · EIN 860943318 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE B82 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · gvwhiteelephant.com
revenue
$160K
expenses
$41K
net assets
$2.2M
employees
0
volunteers
9
program ratio
98%
mission · from form 990

PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FUNDS FOR LOCAL YOUTHS TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION

profile · synthesized from sources

The Country Fair White Elephant Scholarship Foundation operates a large thrift store in Green Valley, Arizona, selling donated goods. Proceeds from sales are distributed as grants to local schools and charitable organizations, and also fund scholarships for local students pursuing higher education. The organization is primarily volunteer-driven.

activities · 6 clusters

what they do

  • Textile and Merchandise Redistribution 4 activities
    • Donation of Non-Salable Merchandise
      Donates hundreds of boxes of usable, non-salable merchandise to various organizations monthly, extending the impact of its operations beyond direct sales.
    • Donation of Non-Salable Merchandise
      Donates hundreds of boxes of usable, non-salable merchandise to various organizations monthly and sells items on eBay and Craigslist to further support its mission.
    • Merchandise Recycling and Resale
      Donates hundreds of boxes of usable, non-salable merchandise to various organizations monthly and sells items on platforms like eBay and Craigslist.
    • Recycle and redistribute non-salable goods
      Runs a dedicated recycling program, installs solar panels for building power, and donates hundreds of boxes of usable, non-salable merchandise monthly to other organizations. Also sells items through online platforms like eBay and Craigslist.
  • Local Community Grantmaking 4 activities
    • Generate and distribute charitable grants and funding
      Distributes over $1.5 million annually to more than 100 local organizations, including schools, youth groups, fire departments, and community nonprofits. Specific grants include $50,000 to GV Community Food Bank, $41,000 to Helmet Peak Volunteer Fire Department, $29,000 to Boys & Girls Club – Santa Cruz, and various school district contributions ranging from $14,000 to $23,000. Total giving exceeds $36 million over several decades.
    • Grantmaking to Community Organizations
      Distributes a significant portion of its revenue, approximately $1.75 million annually, as grants to over 100 local charitable service organizations and schools. These grants benefit various causes including public and private schools, youth organizations, national disease control organizations, adult and child assistance organizations, community art support, area nature study preservation, and rural fire departments.
    • Grantmaking to Community Organizations
      Distributes a significant portion of its revenue, approximately $1.5 million to $1.75 million annually, as grants to over 100 local charitable service organizations, including public and private schools, youth organizations, national disease control organizations, adult and child assistance organizations, community art support, nature preservation, and rural fire departments.
    • Grantmaking to Community Organizations
      Distributes a significant portion of its revenue, approximately $1.5 million to $1.75 million annually, as grants to over 100 local charitable service organizations, including public and private schools, youth organizations, national disease control organizations, adult and child assistance organizations, community art support, nature preservation, and rural fire departments.
  • Nonprofit Thrift Store Operations 4 activities
    • Maintain volunteer and staff operations
      Supports a volunteer base of approximately 636 individuals, up from 16 originally, and employs paid staff including a General Manager, Manager of Facilities, Office Coordinator, and Custodian to support store operations.
    • Operate thrift store for revenue generation
      Operates a 34,400-square-foot thrift store offering gently used items including clothing, home electronics, books, toys, jewelry, collectibles, and higher-end boutique products year-round. The store, which opened in 1981 and has been remodeled and expanded five times, sells items from brands like Polo, Ralph Lauren, and White House Black Market, and has implemented operational improvements such as a dedicated truck department and in-store boutique to increase sales.
    • Operation of a Thrift Store
      Operates a large thrift store, currently occupying 34,400 square feet, selling gently used clothing, home electronics, various household items, and other pre-owned goods. The store generates over $2.2 million in revenue annually.
    • Operation of a Thrift Store
      Operates a large thrift store, currently occupying 34,400 square feet, selling gently used clothing, home electronics, various household items, and other pre-owned goods. The store generates over $2.2 million in revenue annually, which is used to fund its charitable activities.
  • Youth Internship Placement 4 activities
    • Run summer employment program for local students
      Operates a Summer Student Work Program for Sahuarita Middle and High School students, providing employment opportunities since June 2006.
    • Summer Student Work Program
      Operates a Summer Student Work Program for Sahuarita Middle and High School students, which began in June 2006.
    • Summer Student Work Program
      Operates a Summer Student Work Program for Sahuarita Middle and High School students, which began in June 2006.
    • Summer Student Work Program
      Operates a Summer Student Work Program for Sahuarita Middle and High School students, which began in June 2006.
  • Onsite Renewable Energy & Recycling Implementation 3 activities
    • Environmental Sustainability Initiatives
      Implemented a dedicated recycling program and installed solar panels on the roof of its building to supply electricity.
    • Recycling and Sustainability Initiatives
      Implements a dedicated recycling program and has installed solar panels on its roof to supply electricity for its building, demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability.
    • Recycling and Sustainability Initiatives
      Implements a dedicated recycling program and has installed solar panels on its building to supply electricity, demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Award scholarships to local students
      Provides annual scholarships through the Country Fair White Elephant Scholarship Foundation, funding 20 students each year in higher education and having assisted over 150 students in pursuing careers in fields such as medicine, nursing, engineering, and teaching. The foundation has allocated $162,500 to scholarships and maintains an endowment nearing three million dollars.
    • Operation of a Thrift Store
      Operates a large thrift store, currently occupying 34,400 square feet, selling gently used clothing, home electronics, various household items, and other pre-owned goods. The store generates over $2.2 million in revenue annually, which is used to fund its charitable activities.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards college scholarships to local graduates, funding 20 students annually and assisting over 150 students in attaining higher education or vocational training in various professions. The organization allocates funds to the White Elephant Scholarship Foundation for this purpose.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards college scholarships to local graduates, funding 20 students annually to pursue higher education or vocational training in various professions. The organization has assisted over 150 students and allocates funds to the White Elephant Scholarship Foundation for this purpose.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards college scholarships to local graduates, funding 20 students annually and assisting over 150 students in attaining higher education or vocational training in various professions. The organization allocates funds to the White Elephant Scholarship Foundation for this purpose.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$160K
Contributions & grants$105K66%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$55K34%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$41K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$40K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.18M
Cash$2.18M
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$2.18M
Liquid reserves639.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +65.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 2
  • Judy Ostreich — Secretary
  • Tom Cooke — President
relationships · 14

who they work with

  • Boys & Girls Club – Santa Cruz Partner — Recipient of $29,000 in grant funding
  • Continental School Partner — Graduates of this school who subsequently graduate from an accredited high school in Pima County are eligible for scholarships.
  • Continental School District Partner — Recipient of $14,000 in grant funding
  • Country Fair White Elephant Funder — Provides an annual donation to fund the Scholarship Foundation.
  • Friends of the Library Partner — Donated initial earnings of $146.20 to the Friends of the Library to purchase a typewriter and furniture.
  • GV Community Food Bank Partner — Recipient of $50,000 in grant funding
  • Green Valley Concert Band Partner — Recipient of $5,000 in grant funding
  • Helmet Peak Vol Fire Dept. Partner — Recipient of $41,000 in grant funding
  • Hollace G. Roberts Educational Foundation, Inc. (HGR) Partner — Funds the Hollace G. Roberts Educational Foundation, Inc. (HGR) which provides scholarships.
  • Nogales High School Partner — Recipient of $23,000 in grant funding
  • Pima County Government — Leased land from Pima County in 1980 to build a year-round store.
  • Sahuarita High School Partner — Students from this school are eligible to apply for scholarships and obtain scholarship packets from Guidance Counselors.
  • Santa Cruz Humane Society Partner — Recipient of $12,000 in grant funding
  • Walden Grove High School Partner — Students from this school are eligible to apply for scholarships and obtain scholarship packets from Guidance Counselors.