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ANGEL HEART PAJAMA PROJECT

TUCSON, AZ · EIN 463882856 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE P60 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.angelheartpajamaproject.org
revenue
$303K
expenses
$202K
net assets
$214K
employees
2
volunteers
150
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

ANGEL HEART PAJAMA PROJECT'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE NEW PAJAMAS AND BOOKS AND FOSTER LITERACY DEVELOPMENT TO CHILDREN WHO ARE ABANDONED, ABUSED, REMOVED FROM HOMES AND PLACED IN FOSTER CARE, OR LIVING IN HOMELESS SHELTERS IN THE CITY OF TUCSON, SOUTH TUCSON, AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES IN SOUTHERN ARIZONA INCLUDING PIMA, COCHISE, AND SANTA CRUZ.

profile · synthesized from sources

Angel Heart Pajama Project provides new pajamas and books to children in crisis, including those who are abandoned, abused, in foster care, or experiencing homelessness. Operating primarily in Southern Arizona, the organization aims to offer comfort, warmth, and hope, fostering a love for reading and improving children's quality of life. Since 2013, they have distributed over 73,000 pairs of pajamas and books.

named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Cuddle Pillow Provision
Distributes cuddle pillows along with pajamas and books to provide additional comfort and a nurturing bedtime routine.
Pajama and Book Distribution
Provides new pajamas and age-appropriate books to children in need to ensure comfort, warmth, and promote literacy.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Comfort and Care Kits for Hospitalized Youth 2 activities
    • Distributing new pajamas and books to vulnerable children
      The organization distributes new pajamas and children's books to vulnerable children, including those in foster care or homeless shelters, to support a nurturing bedtime environment. Since 2013, they have provided over 73,000 children in Southern Arizona with these items.
    • Distribution of pajamas, books, and comfort items to vulnerable children
      Distributes new pajamas, children's books, and cuddle pillows to children in foster care, homeless shelters, and other vulnerable situations in Southern Arizona to support a nurturing bedtime environment. Since 2013, the organization has provided these items to over 73,000 children.
  • General Volunteer Support Services 1 activity
    • Facility relocation supported by corporate volunteer teams
      Received volunteer support from 30 employees of Ratheyon on June 28, 2024, to assist with relocating the organization’s operations.
  • Volunteer-Based Food Distribution Support 1 activity
    • Volunteer coordination for packing and distribution
      Engages volunteers in activities such as bagging pajamas and books for distribution, including events organized with groups like the FBI Academy and Cops for Kids. In one reporting period, 13 volunteers contributed 156 hours of service.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Engaging volunteers for operational support
      The organization engages volunteers to assist with various tasks, including relocating the organization and bagging pajamas and books for distribution. They have engaged 13 volunteers who contributed 156 hours of service, and received support from 30 employees of Ratheyon for relocation.
    • Organization of pajama and book drives
      Organizes and conducts pajama drives to collect and distribute new pajamas and books for children. The organization has held at least 15 such drives.
    • Organizing pajama and book drives
      The organization organizes pajama drives to collect new pajamas and books for distribution to children. They have organized 15 such drives.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$303K
Contributions & grants$303K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$202K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$54K
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$214K
Cash$173K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$214K
Liquid reserves10.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +130.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 4
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DR PATRICIA LOPEZ EXECUTIVE DI 30 $26K
DR STACIE EMERT PRESIDENT 30 $25K
JOAN FAWCETT SECRETARY 2 $12K
CRYSTAL ROYCE TREASURER 1 $4K
board members · 8
  • DEBRA HADDOCK — DIRECTOR
  • DORA TADDEY — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN ALDECOA — DIRECTOR
  • KAMREN TARAVATI — DIRECTOR
  • MARIA CUESTA PATTERSON — DIRECTOR
  • MARTHA CROISSANT — DIRECTOR
  • TAMMERA CHAN — DIRECTOR
  • VANESSA ALDECOA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 33

who they work with

  • Arizona Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Initiative Partner — Listed as a new agency partner receiving support or services from Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Autism Academy for Education and Development Partner — Isabel Menchaca from Autism Academy for Education and Development organized a pajama drive for Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Bringing Out the Best Partner — Listed as a new agency partner receiving support or services from Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Community Food Bank Partner — Listed as a new agency partner receiving support or services from Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Cops for Kids Partner — Collaborated with Angel Heart Pajama Project to bag pajamas and books for an upcoming event.
  • FBI Academy Partner — Volunteers from the FBI Academy participated in bagging pajamas and books for distribution with Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Fry's Foods Partner — Partner for fundraising through the Community Rewards program.
  • LoBros Partner — Local Tucson musician group that wrote, produced, recorded, and gifted a lullaby to reflect the organization's mission.
  • Picture Rock Pantry Partner — Listed as a new agency partner receiving support or services from Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Prince Elementary Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Project Access Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Pueblo Gardens Head Start Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Ratheyon Partner — Employees from Ratheyon volunteered to help Angel Heart Pajama Project move locations on June 28, 2024.
  • Rincon West RV Resort Sewing Club Partner — Created cuddle pillows for Tucson children in need, supported by Angel Heart Pajama Project.
  • Roberts Naylor Head Start Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Ronald McDonald House Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Safe House Yuma Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Sahuarita Food Bank Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • San Fernando Elementary Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Santa Clara Head Start Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Santa Cruz County Law Enforcement Agencies Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • St. Pius X Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Summit View Head Start Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • TMC Childrens Hospital Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Time Out- Pajamas Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Tucson Interfaith HIV/Aids Network Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Tucson Medical Center Partner — Four ICU nurses from Tucson Medical Center volunteered to fold pajamas and apply stickers to books at Angel Heart.
  • Tucson Metropolitan Ministries Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Walter Douglas Head Start Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
  • Wheeler Preschool Partner — Agency served by Angel Heart Pajama Project
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