named programs · 5 · from sources
what they call their work
Caring Thru Art
Art instruction and exhibition program for seniors and disabled residents at Life Care of Paradise Valley, managed by Desert Sage Artists with professional artist volunteers
Creative Journey Art Workshops
Mindfulness-based art workshops for individuals experiencing grief, loss, or trauma; held monthly in North Phoenix with all materials provided in a non-judgmental, meditative setting
Extra Special Art
Art education program for students with physical and intellectual challenges in the Cave Creek Unified School District and Scully Learning Center, promoting self-expression and personal success
Survivors of Suicide Classes
Free art classes in partnership with Your Art Your Story for people affected by suicide; fosters expression, connection, and healing through creative activity at Arizona Artists Guild
Veterans Art Program
Free art classes for veterans focused on therapeutic benefits for PTSD and TBI, offered at multiple locations across central Arizona through member art organizations; includes classical drawing and painting techniques in a supportive environment
activities · 2 groups
what they do
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Therapeutic & Community Art Workshops 4 activities
- Art Classes for Individuals Impacted by SuicideProvides free art classes for individuals affected by suicide (either through loss or personal attempt) in partnership with Your Art Your Story at the Arizona Artists Guild.
- Art Classes for Individuals Impacted by SuicideProvides free art classes for individuals affected by suicide, including those who have lost a loved one or survived an attempt, in partnership with Your Art Your Story at the Arizona Artists Guild.
- Creative Journey WorkshopsOffers monthly art-based workshops at the Arizona Artists Guild in Phoenix for individuals experiencing loss, grief, isolation, or trauma.
- Creative Journey WorkshopsOffers monthly art-based workshops at the Arizona Artists Guild in Phoenix for individuals experiencing loss, grief, isolation, or trauma.
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Veteran and Senior Art Access Programs 2 activities
- Veterans Art ProgramProvides art programming for veterans through member arts organizations across central Arizona. Served 432 veterans in 2015 and over 4,500 veterans since the program's inception in 2013.
- Veterans Art ProgramProvides art programming for veterans through member arts organizations across central Arizona. Served 432 veterans in 2015 and over 4,500 veterans since the program's inception in 2013.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$25K
Contributions & grants$22K87%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$34K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$44K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$44K
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +46.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESS MOSKO SCHERER | Executive Dir. | 40 | $30K |
board members · 1
- KRISTAL NIELSEN — Director
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Arizona Artists Guild Partner — Hosts Creative Journey Workshops and Veterans Art Classes.
- Desert Artists Partner — Manages the "Extra Special Art" program for students with special needs in the Cave Creek Unified School District.
- Desert Sage Artists Partner — Manages the "Caring Thru Art" program for residents of Life Care of Paradise Valley.
- Kids In Focus Partner — A non-profit organization dedicated to empowering at-risk youth through photography.
- Life Care of Paradise Valley Partner — Receives art classes for its residents through the "Caring Thru Art" program.
- Mesa Art League Partner — Hosts weekly Veterans Art Classes in Mesa, AZ.
- Mountain Artists Guild Partner — Hosts Veterans Art Classes in Prescott, AZ.
- Phoenix VA Hospital Partner — Referred veterans to the art program.
- Scully Learning Center Foundation Partner — Receives shared resources, materials, and volunteer work for art and craft instruction for special-needs participants.
- Sonoran Arts League Partner — Hosts weekly Veterans Art Classes in Cave Creek, AZ.
- WHAM (What’s Happen’n Art Movement) Partner — Hosts Veterans Art Classes in Surprise, AZ.
- Your Art Your Story Partner — Partners to offer free art classes to individuals impacted by suicide.