HERITAGE HEROES PTSA

BUCKEYE, AZ · EIN 473596715 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · Micro (<$100K) · www.heritageheroesptsa.org

revenue

$57K

expenses

$69K

net assets

$55K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

TO ENHANCE THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE OF STUDENTS AT VERRADO HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BY FOSTERING A CLOSE RELATIONSHIP AMONG PARENTS, TEACHERS, AND STUDENTS. THE PTSA PROVIDES SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, COMMUNITY EVENTS, AND ENRICHMENTS THAT ARE NOT OTHERWISE FUNDED BY THE SCHOOL DISTRICT.

profile · synthesized from sources

Parent-Teacher-Student Association supporting Verrado Heritage Elementary School in Arizona. Works to strengthen school-family collaboration, enhance educational resources, and build inclusive community engagement. Organizes programs and fundraising to support student development, teacher appreciation, and school improvements.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Box Tops for Education

Coordinates collection of Box Tops from families, earning $0.10 per submission for school funding; includes monthly contests and student drawings

Family Nights

Hosts community events such as Spooktacular and holiday movie nights at the school courtyard to build family engagement

Heritage Hero Classic

Annual fundraising campaign supporting the purchase of a playground shade, The Leader in Me curriculum, and classroom supplies

Hero Gear

Sells school-branded merchandise to raise funds and promote school spirit

Teacher Appreciation

Organizes initiatives to recognize and support teachers at Verrado Heritage Elementary School

activities · 11 groups

what they do

School-Based Community Fundraising Programs 6 activities
- Annual HERO Classic Fundraiser
  
  Organizes the annual "HERO Classic" fundraiser to raise money for specific school improvements including playground shade, "The Leader In Me Curriculum," and classroom supplies.
- Fundraising for School Initiatives
  
  Organizes fundraising events, including an annual "HERO Classic" fundraiser and a spring fundraiser, to support school needs such as playground shade, curriculum, and classroom supplies. The organization also earns funds through programs like Box Tops for Education.
- Fundraising for school improvements
  
  Organizes an annual "HERO Classic" fundraiser to raise money for a playground shade, "The Leader In Me Curriculum," and classroom supplies. The organization also earned $1,373 for the school through the Box Tops for Education program.
- Fundraising for school improvements and programs
  
  Organizes an annual "HERO Classic" fundraiser to raise money for a playground shade, "The Leader In Me Curriculum," and classroom supplies. The organization also earned $1,373 for the school through the Box Tops for Education program.
- Fundraising for school improvements and supplies
  
  Organizes an annual "HERO Classic" fundraiser to raise money for specific school needs such as a playground shade, curriculum materials, and classroom supplies. Also hosts a spring fundraiser event and utilizes programs like Box Tops for Education to generate funds for the school.
- Organizing school fundraising events
  
  Organizes various fundraising events, such as the annual "HERO Classic" and a spring fundraiser, to raise money for school improvements like playground shades, curriculum materials, and classroom supplies.
Business Recognition Programs 6 activities
- Business Recognition Program
  
  Recognizes businesses that provide support to the school and the broader community.
- Community and Business Recognition
  
  Recognizes businesses that support the school and community as part of its capacity-building efforts to strengthen school-community partnerships.
- Recognizing business support
  
  Recognizes businesses that provide support to the school and the broader community.
- Recognizing business support
  
  Recognizes businesses that support the school and community.
- Recognizing business support
  
  Recognizes businesses that provide support to the school and the broader community.
- Recognizing business support for the school
  
  Acknowledges businesses that provide support to the school and the broader community.
School Community Events & Family Nights 6 activities
- Community Engagement Events
  
  Hosts family-oriented events such as "Spooktacular Family Movie Night" and "Family Movie Night" to foster community engagement.
- Facilitating family engagement events
  
  Hosts family-oriented events like "Family Movie Nights" to engage parents and students in the school community.
- Family Engagement Events
  
  Hosts family engagement events such as the "Spooktacular Family Movie Night" (October 21, 2016) and "Family Movie Night" (December 9, 2016) to build school community.
- Hosting family engagement events
  
  Hosts family movie nights, such as the "Spooktacular Family Movie Night" on October 21, 2016, and another "Family Movie Night" on December 9, 2016, to engage the school community.
- Organizing family engagement events
  
  Hosts family-oriented events such as "Spooktacular Family Movie Night" and "Family Movie Night" to foster community engagement.
- Organizing family engagement events
  
  Hosts family-oriented events such as "Spooktacular Family Movie Night" and "Family Movie Night" to foster community engagement within the school.
Parent and Family Engagement Coordination 4 activities
- Facilitating Parental Involvement
  
  Facilitates parental participation in the school community through a parent-teacher-student association, organizing and staffing various program chairs such as Book Fair, Teacher Appreciation, Spring Fundraiser, Family Nights, and Membership.
- Facilitating parental involvement in school activities
  
  Facilitates parental participation in the school through a parent-teacher-student association and organizes and staffs various program chairs for school year activities, including Book Fair, Teacher Appreciation, and Family Nights.
- Facilitating parental involvement in school activities
  
  Engages parents in the school community by organizing and staffing various program chairs, including Book Fair, Teacher Appreciation, and Family Nights.
- Facilitating parental involvement in school activities
  
  Facilitates parental participation in the school through a parent-teacher-student association and organizes and staffs multiple program chairs for various school year activities, including Book Fair, Teacher Appreciation, and Family Nights.
Bylaws and Governance Documentation 3 activities
- Managing organizational governance
  
  Maintains and updates its standing rules and state bylaws to ensure proper organizational governance.
- Managing organizational governance
  
  Updates its standing rules and state bylaws to maintain organizational governance.
- PTSA Governance and Bylaws Management
  
  Regularly updates its standing rules and state bylaws to ensure organizational compliance and effective governance.
Receipt Scanning Fundraising Programs 2 activities
- Box Tops for Education Program Coordination
  
  Coordinates the Box Tops for Education program, earning $1,373 for the school through fundraising on product purchases.
- Supporting school programs through passive fundraising
  
  Generates funds for the school through programs like Box Tops for Education, earning money for educational resources.
Professional Development & Certification Programs 2 activities
- Override Support
  
  Provides override support.
- Providing override support
  
  Provides override support, though the specific nature of this support is not detailed.
Membership Application & Renewal Management 2 activities
- Processing membership applications
  
  Offers a mail-in option for membership applications and payments to facilitate participation.
- Providing membership application options
  
  Offers a mail-in option for membership applications and payments to facilitate participation.
Student Wellness & Support Services 1 activity
- Academic and Operational Override Support
  
  Provides override support to students or staff, likely related to scheduling or academic systems, as part of direct student and school services.
Parent-Teacher Collaboration Programs 1 activity
- Facilitating parental involvement
  
  Facilitates parental participation in the school through a parent-teacher-student association.
Uncategorized 1 activity
- Organizational Governance and Membership Management
  
  Manages its internal operations by updating standing rules and state bylaws, and offers a mail-in option for membership applications and payments.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

revenue

Total revenue$57K

Contributions & grants$7K13%

Program service revenue——

Investment income——

Other revenue$1

expenses

Total expenses$69K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits—

Grants paid out—

balance sheet

Total assets$55K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$55K

4 years on record · 2019–2022 · YoY revenue -30.0%

relationships · 13

who they work with

APEX Partner — Teams up with APEX to make the "HERO Classic" fundraiser a success.
Amazon Partner — Sells The Leader in Me gear to support the PTSA
Andi Hernandez Partner — President and point of contact for volunteer recruitment
Arizona PTA Network — Member of Arizona PTA, the state-level PTA organization.
Box Tops for Education Partner — Participates in the Box Tops for Education program to earn cash for the school.
EPCOR Partner — Local supporter and PTSA business member present at the open house.
Keepin' Cool Ice Cream Partner — Will be at the open house and giving 20% of proceeds back to the PTSA.
Main Street Dental Partner — Local supporter and PTSA business member present at the open house.
National PTA Network — Member of National PTA, the national parent-teacher association network.
Olson Orthodontics Partner — Local supporter and PTSA business member present at the open house.
The Leader in Me Partner — Promotes The Leader in Me program
Verrado Heritage PTSA Partner — PTSA seeking collaboration with local businesses to support the school.
Vitras Swim Partner — Local supporter and PTSA business member present at the open house.