irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $1.41MThe Keys to Success Program provides career development, education support and employment services for youth ages 16-26 who are transitioning from foster care.
- #2 $427KThe Scholarship Program funds the post-secondary eductional pursuits of students who experienced or are in extended foster care. There are currently 79 post secondary scholars in the AFFCF scholarship program across the state.
named programs · 9 · from sources
what they call their work
Academic Support Program
Covers tutoring costs up to $400/month for individual sessions, paid directly to qualified providers, and funds books and school supplies up to $50/year
Bicycle or Scooter Program
Offers funding for bicycles, scooters, skates, or skateboards once every two years, with maximum reimbursement of $135–$250 based on age
Clothing Assistance
Provides reimbursement for clothing purchases up to $150–$250 per child annually, based on age, including special event attire such as for prom or quinceañeras
Extracurricular Activities Funding
Covers costs for classes and activities up to $125/month per child, including dance, music, and enrichment programs, with support renewable every three months
Kinship Care Support
Provides car seats ($125), strollers ($100), and haircuts ($50) for children in unlicensed kinship care homes
Sports Participation Support
Funds sports registration fees up to $125/month and athletic equipment or uniforms up to $200 per child, with separate application processes for each
Summer Camp Assistance
Provides up to $425 per year for one week of summer camp per child in foster care
Themed Event & Theme Park Access
Provides up to $50 for in-state theme park or event admission and up to $225 for out-of-state theme park entry per child annually
Travel & School Trip Assistance
Offers up to $450 for school-organized trips, including educational or religious travel, with documentation required
activities · 5 groups
what they do
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Youth Foster Care Transition Support 4 activities
- Post-Secondary Education SupportProvides funding and targeted programs to support youth in foster care pursuing post-secondary education, assisting 219 students. This also includes sending care packages to 221 students and offering academic support to 112 scholars to help them remain in school, as well as individual tutoring (up to $400 per month).
- Post-Secondary Education and Career SupportProvides funding and support for youth in foster care to pursue post-secondary education, including targeted programs, care packages, and academic support. The organization also operates the "Keys to Success" program to help teens build competencies for career and life achievement, and offers financial literacy education.
- Transition Programs and Housing SupportOperates transition programs to support youth moving out of foster care into independence, including providing housing coaching and support services to prepare them for self-sufficiency.
- Youth Transition and Independence ProgramsOperates the "Keys to Success" program and other transition initiatives to support teens and youth moving out of foster care. This includes providing financial literacy education (delivered to 170 youth), housing coaching and support services (provided to 229 youth), and building competencies for career and life achievement.
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Program Evaluation & Impact Assessment 2 activities
- Impact Evaluation of ProgramsCommissions independent impact evaluations of its programs, such as the "Keys to Success" program, to assess their effectiveness and outcomes.
- Impact Evaluation of ProgramsCommissions independent evaluations of its programs, such as the "Keys to Success" program, by research institutions like the Arizona State University Morrison Institute for Public Policy.
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Foster Youth Financial Support Programs 1 activity
- Financial Assistance for Basic Needs and Enrichment ActivitiesProvides financial assistance for essential items like clothing (including special event attire), school supplies, books, and car seats/baby equipment for children in foster care. The organization also funds participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, camps, classes, and admission to theme parks or events, both within and outside Arizona.
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Distribution of Essential In-Kind Items for Foster and Kinship Families 1 activity
- Financial Assistance for Essential Needs and Educational MaterialsOffers financial assistance for essential items such as clothing (varying by age), special event clothing, books, school supplies, and school/church trips. This also includes providing materials for babies and toddlers, such as car seats and high chairs, specifically for children cared for by unlicensed kinship caregivers.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Financial Assistance for Extracurricular Activities and EnrichmentProvides financial assistance for foster children to participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, classes, camps, and special events, covering costs for registration, equipment, and admission to various venues within and outside Arizona. This includes up to $125/month for classes/activities, $125/month for sports registrations, $200 for athletic equipment, $425 for one week of camp, and up to $250 for bicycles/scooters/skates.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$5.43M
Contributions & grants$5.18M95%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$71K1%
Other revenue$180K
expenses
Total expenses$4.08M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$1.43M
Grants paid out$2.10M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$7.82M
Cash$2.82M
Investments$4.70M
Liabilities$223K
Net assets$7.59M
Liquid reserves22.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +27.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luis De La Cruz | President and Chief Executive Officer | 50 | $83K |
board members · 16
- Alexis Celani — Member at Large (term ended 11/2022)
- Benjamin Norris — Member at Large
- Carlian Dawson — Member at Large
- Caroline Lautt Owens — Member at Large
- Colleen Cotier — Member at Large (term ended 4/2022)
- Debbie Hall — Treasurer
- Greg Lechowski — Member at Large (term ended 6/2022)
- John Keane — Vice Chair
- Karen Brown — Member at Large
- Lin LeClair Turner — Secretary
- Lisa Cvijanovich — Member at Large
- Meredith Deangelis — Board Chair
- Nisa Herd — Member at Large
- Rick Rentschler — Member at Large
- Sandy Chamberlain — Member at Large
- Teri Harnisch — Member at Large
relationships · 6
who they work with
- AFFCF Preferred Vendors Partner — Collaborates with preferred partners for tutoring services, requiring applicants to contact them for initial appointments.
- Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation Partner — Referred to as the operating name for AFFCF in program delivery.
- Arizona State University Morrison Institute for Public Policy Partner — Conducted an independent review of the Keys to Success program.
- Durfee Fostering Transitions Fund Partner — Fund established by the Durfee family to support youth in foster care, partnered with AFFCF to achieve shared goals.
- Fry’s Partner — Retail partner through which supporters can contribute via shopping.
- Office of Licensing and Regulation Government — Requires the Life Safety Inspection as part of the foster care licensing process in Arizona.