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PAINT FOR A CURE
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 844711819 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE E60 · Health Care · Small ($100K-$1M) · paintforacure.org
revenue
$328K
expenses
$228K
net assets
$590K
employees
0
program ratio
93%
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO SUPPORT THOSE IMPACTED BY ALS BY EASING THE FINANCIAL BURDEN OFTEN ASSOCIATED WITH THE DISEASE. ADDITIONALLY, WE BRING AWARENESS TO PROMISING TREATMENTS AND THERAPIES THAT CAN SUSTAIN A BETTER QUALIFY OF LIFE FOR ALS PATIENTS. OUR VISION IS TO HELP PEOPLE COPE WITH ALS HELPING ONE FAMILY AT A TIME.

profile · synthesized from sources

Paint For A Cure supports families affected by ALS by providing financial assistance, home modifications, and medical equipment to ease the burden of the disease. The organization raises funds through art-based events and auctions, inspired by its founder’s use of painting as a therapeutic outlet. It serves families across the United States, with a focus on those with young children.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

ALS Stories
Digital platform using AI and augmented reality to share experiences from patients, caregivers, and experts, fostering community and knowledge-sharing among those affected by ALS.
ALS Together
Program that provides direct donations of funds, equipment, and tools to families nationwide while sharing their stories to build community and awareness.
Creating for a Cause
Annual fundraising event featuring a live art auction, music, and performances; all proceeds support ALS-affected families through donations of funds and home modifications.
Understanding your ALS
Educational initiative that helps families cope with ALS through guidance and direct support in the form of funds, equipment, and tools.
activities · 3 groups

what they do

  • Fundraising & Awareness for Neurodegenerative Diseases 8 activities
    • ALS Education and Awareness
      Provides educational content about ALS through interactive conversations and hosts annual art and music events to raise awareness about the disease.
    • ALS Education and Awareness
      Provides educational content about ALS through interactive conversations with affected individuals and hosts annual art and music events to raise awareness.
    • Fundraising Events
      Organizes annual fundraising events, including live art auctions, to generate funds for families affected by ALS.
    • Fundraising Events
      Organizes annual fundraising events, including live art auctions, to generate funds for families affected by ALS.
    • Hosts annual art and music fundraising events with live auctions
      Organizes an annual event featuring live art auctions and music to raise awareness and funds for families affected by ALS; all proceeds from the auction of donated art pieces directly support ALS-related assistance programs.
    • Hosts annual art and music fundraising events with live auctions
      Organizes an annual event featuring art and music that includes a live auction of donated art pieces, with all proceeds directed toward supporting families affected by ALS.
    • Provides ALS education and support through interactive outreach
      Offers educational content about ALS via interactive, two-way conversations with individuals affected by the disease, helping them understand and manage its impact.
    • Provides ALS education through interactive outreach
      Delivers educational content about ALS via interactive, two-way conversations with individuals affected by the disease, supporting informed decision-making and awareness.
  • Financial Assistance for Families 7 activities
    • Financial and Material Support for ALS Patients and Families
      Provides direct financial assistance, equipment, tools, and medically accessible housing to individuals with ALS and their families across the United States to help manage daily challenges and improve accessibility.
    • Financial and Material Support for ALS Patients and Families
      Provides direct financial assistance, equipment, tools, and medically accessible housing to individuals with ALS and their families across the United States to help manage daily challenges and improve accessibility.
    • Provides financial and in-kind assistance to families affected by ALS
      Offers monetary donations, equipment, and tools to families impacted by ALS across the United States to help manage daily challenges and alleviate financial burdens. Specific examples include delivering $5,000–$10,000 grants for home modifications, medical necessities, and general expenses related to ALS care.
    • Provides financial and in-kind assistance to families affected by ALS
      Offers monetary donations, equipment, and tools to families impacted by ALS across the United States to help manage daily challenges and alleviate financial burdens. Specific grants have supported home modifications, vehicle acquisition, and general living expenses.
    • Support for ALS Patients with Young Children
      Offers specific assistance to individuals with ALS who have young children under the age of 15 living in their household.
    • Support for ALS Patients with Young Children
      Offers specific assistance to individuals with ALS who have young children under the age of 15 living in their household.
    • Supports ALS-affected families with young children
      Provides targeted assistance to individuals with ALS who have children under the age of 15 living in their household, including financial support for family stability and caregiving needs.
  • Branded Merchandise Sales for Fundraising 2 activities
    • Operates a print-on-demand merchandise store
      Runs a merchandise store that uses print-on-demand services for order fulfillment, likely as a means to generate ongoing support and awareness for ALS-related initiatives.
    • Operates a print-on-demand merchandise store
      Runs a merchandise store that uses print-on-demand services for order fulfillment, likely as a means to generate ongoing support and visibility for the organization’s mission.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$328K
Contributions & grants$37K11%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$51K16%
Other revenue$240K
expenses
Total expenses$228K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$101K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$590K
Cash$590K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$590K
Liquid reserves31.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -12.0%
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • 1st International Bank Partner — Supports Paint for a Cure as a Painter Sponsor for the Hues of Hope event.
  • ALS Association Partner — Provides additional information about ALS through a linked resource
  • ALS Together Partner — Collaborative project that donates funds, equipment, and tools to families impacted by ALS and shares their stories within the Paint for a Cure community.
  • BuyAZ Foreclosures Partner — Supports Paint for a Cure as a Visionary Sponsor for the Hues of Hope event.
  • Hear Me Roar Foundation Partner — Provided grants to assist families affected by ALS.
  • Hope Loves Company Partner — Co-hosts the Hues of Hope event with Paint for a Cure to support families affected by ALS.
  • Jam for a Cure Partner — Supports Paint for a Cure as a Sketch Artist Sponsor for the Hues of Hope event.
  • Pravati Capital Partner — Supports Paint for a Cure as a Painter Sponsor for the Hues of Hope event.
  • StoryFile Partner — Partnership with StoryFile to use their education platform for interactive ALS education.
  • Timios Partner — Partnered with Paint For A Cure to raise nearly $100,000 for ALS support; key leaders from Timios joined the organization's board and leadership.
  • Timios Partner — Supports Paint for a Cure as a Visionary Sponsor for the Hues of Hope event.