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VALLEY VIEW COMMUNITY FOOD ASSISTANCE
Sun City, AZ · EIN 770696933 · Form 990 · FY2020 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · feedingaz.org
revenue
$2.0M
expenses
$1.7M
net assets
$1.1M
employees
18
volunteers
920
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

Provide food assistance to families and individuals in need by providing bi-weekly and emergency food boxes with food for at least one week. Provide weekly senior food program. Foodbank also provides families with emergency living expenses i.e. rent utilities auto repairs etc. when unforeseen situations arise.

profile · synthesized from sources

Valley View Community Food Assistance is a nonprofit organization based in Sun City, Arizona, dedicated to providing emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need. The organization serves a growing number of clients, including many who have never sought help before, by distributing food through various programs and community partnerships.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $562K
    Valley View Community Food Assistance also has a senior program whereby seniors have a designated day to pick up food boxes. Of the more than 712,663 clients 299,557 are seniors. In addition to the senior program Valley View also provided food to 18 small agencies such as foster group homes homeless shelters youth groups women's shelters and small food pantries.
  2. #2 $281K
    Valley View distributes extra food and items for Holiday dinners and celebrations for Easter Thanksgiving and Christmas. During the Easter Holiday an additional 15,000 food boxes were distributed along with Easter baskets for the children. For Thanksgiving over 23,000 Holiday dinners were distributed and for Christmas 18,000 clients received Christmas dinners boxes. All clients with children received toys and gift bags. At least 500 gift bags went out grandparents raising their grandchildren with a special treat for the grandparent.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Emergency Food Boxes
Provides emergency food boxes to low-income families and individuals in need.
Farmers Market
Operates a farmers market offering fresh produce and other food items at low-cost donations.
Thrift Store
Runs a thrift store where proceeds support food assistance programs.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Basic Needs Provision for Youth and Families 8 activities
    • Community Food Distribution
      Distributes over 5 million pounds of food annually directly to clients or through partner agencies in the West Valley, serving approximately 300,000 people per year.
    • Community Food Distribution
      Distributes over 5 million pounds of food annually directly to clients or partner agencies in the West Valley, providing nutritious food boxes at four locations and offering a food maintenance program where items are available for purchase at low prices.
    • Food Distribution and Outreach Programs
      Distributes over 5 million pounds of food annually directly to clients or partner agencies in the West Valley, provides nutritious food boxes at four locations, and organizes special outreach events such as "back to school" programs, Thanksgiving food box distributions, and Christmas toy and clothing give-aways, serving approximately 300,000 people per year.
    • Food Distribution and Volunteer Engagement
      Distributes over 5 million pounds of food annually directly to clients or partner agencies in the West Valley, engaging over 760 volunteers in daily food bank operations and community feeding efforts.
    • Food Distribution to Clients and Partner Agencies
      Provides over 5 million pounds of food directly to clients or partner agencies in the West Valley, distributing nutritious food boxes at four locations.
    • Food Maintenance Program
      Operates a food maintenance program where food items are available for purchase at low prices.
    • Food Maintenance Program
      Operates a food maintenance program where food items are available for purchase at low prices.
    • Food Maintenance Program
      Operates a food maintenance program where food items are available for purchase at low prices.
  • Volunteer-Based Food Distribution Support 8 activities
    • Food Pantry Operations
      Operates food pantries in Sun City, Youngtown, and Sun City West, AZ, providing emergency food boxes to low-income families and individuals, and responding to hundreds of requests for assistance daily.
    • Food Pantry Operations
      Operates food pantries in Sun City, Youngtown, and Sun City West, AZ, providing emergency food boxes to low-income families and individuals from its El Mirage location and other sites.
    • Food Pantry Operations
      Operates food pantries in Sun City, Youngtown, and Sun City West, AZ, providing emergency food boxes to low-income families and individuals from its El Mirage location and other sites. The organization provided over 5 million pounds of food directly to clients or partner agencies in the West Valley and helps 300,000 people per year.
    • Food Pantry Operations
      Operates food pantries in Sun City, Youngtown, and Sun City West, AZ, providing emergency food boxes to low-income families and individuals, and responding to hundreds of requests for assistance daily.
    • Food Pantry Operations
      Operates food pantries in Sun City, Youngtown, and Sun City West, AZ, providing emergency food boxes to low-income families and individuals, and responding to hundreds of requests for assistance daily.
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Engages over 760 volunteers in daily food bank operations and community feeding efforts.
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Engages over 760 volunteers in daily food bank operations and community feeding efforts.
    • Volunteer Engagement
      Engages over 760 volunteers in daily food bank operations and community feeding efforts, including supporting thrift store operations.
  • Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 6 activities
    • Community Outreach and Seasonal Programs
      Organizes special outreach events including "back to school" programs, Thanksgiving food box distributions, Christmas toy and clothing give-aways, and provided 500 meals during the holiday season through a community initiative.
    • Holiday Meal Provision
      Provided 500 meals during the holiday season through a community initiative.
    • Seasonal and Special Outreach Programs
      Organizes special outreach events including "back to school" programs, Thanksgiving food box distributions, Christmas toy and clothing give-aways, and provides meals during the holiday season.
    • Special Outreach Events
      Organizes special outreach events such as "back to school" programs, Thanksgiving food box distributions, and Christmas toy and clothing give-aways to support the community.
    • Special Outreach Events
      Organizes special outreach events including "back to school" programs, Thanksgiving food box distributions, Christmas toy and clothing give-aways, and provides meals during the holiday season through community initiatives.
    • Special Outreach Events
      Organizes special outreach events such as "back to school" programs, Thanksgiving food box distributions, and Christmas toy and clothing give-aways, including providing 500 meals during the holiday season.
  • Nonprofit Thrift Store Operations 6 activities
    • Thrift Store Operations
      Operates multiple thrift stores in Sun City, Sun City West, and El Mirage, AZ, selling gently used clothing, household items, and furniture at low cost to the community. These stores are supported by volunteers and their proceeds directly fund the food bank's operations.
    • Thrift Store Operations
      Operates thrift stores in Sun City, Sun City West, and El Mirage, AZ, selling gently used clothing, shoes, housewares, furniture, and other items at low cost. Proceeds from these stores directly support the food bank's operations, with volunteers sorting public donations.
    • Thrift Store Operations
      Operates thrift stores in Sun City, Sun City West, and El Mirage, AZ, selling gently used clothing, household items, and furniture at low cost to the community, with proceeds supporting the food bank. These stores are supported by dedicated volunteers who sort public donations.
    • Thrift Store Operations
      Operates thrift stores in Sun City, Sun City West, and El Mirage, AZ, selling gently used clothing, household items, and furniture at low cost to the community. Proceeds from these stores directly support the food bank's operations.
    • Thrift Store Operations
      Operates thrift stores in Sun City, Sun City West, and El Mirage, AZ, selling gently used clothing, household items, and furniture at low cost to the community, with proceeds supporting the food bank. These stores are supported by volunteers who sort public donations.
    • Thrift Store Operations
      Operates multiple thrift stores in Sun City, Sun City West, and El Mirage, AZ, selling gently used clothing, household items, and furniture at low cost to the community. Proceeds from these stores directly support the food bank's operations, and stores are supported by over 760 volunteers who sort donations.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Community Farmers Markets
      Operates indoor farmers markets in Sun City and Youngtown, where families can receive various food items like bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, and meal kits for a $10 donation.
    • Community Farmers Markets
      Operates indoor farmers markets in Sun City and Youngtown, where families can receive various food items like bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, and meal kits for a $10 donation.
    • Community Farmers Markets
      Operates indoor farmers markets in Sun City and Youngtown, where families can receive various food items like bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, and meal kits for a $10 donation.
    • Farmers Market Operations
      Operates indoor farmers markets in Sun City and Youngtown, where families can receive various food items like bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, and meal kits for a $10 donation.
    • Farmers Market Program
      Operates indoor farmers markets in Sun City and Youngtown, where families can receive various food items like bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, and meal kits for a $10 donation.
    • Farmers Market Program
      Operates indoor farmers markets in Sun City and Youngtown, where families can receive various food items like bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meal kits for a $10 donation.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$1.98M
Contributions & grants$1.98M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.69M
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$401K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.15M
Cash$800K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.15M
Liquid reserves5.7 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
relationships · 10

who they work with

  • Classy.org Partner — Online donation processing partner for secure transactions.
  • Congresswoman Debbie Lesko Government — Received the first ever Arizona’s 8th Congressional Recognition from Outreach Director Lynndy Smith from the office of Congresswoman Debbie Lesko.
  • Episcopal Church of St. Francis Partner — Board member Rev. John Maher is a minister at the Episcopal Church of St. Francis, indicating an institutional connection.
  • Food City Partner — Indoor Farmers Market is located next to Food City.
  • PayPal.com Partner — Online donation processing partner for secure transactions.
  • Rightway Pharmacy Partner — Collaborated with Valley View Community Food Assistance on a holiday meal initiative tied to flu shot services.
  • Rightway Pharmacy Partner — Partners with Rightway Pharmacy to encourage flu shots and community support.
  • SCW Foundation Partner — Hosts a food pantry location for Valley View Community Food Bank.
  • Seeds of Hope International Ministries (SOHIM) Partner — Board member Jon Cavaletto is former CEO of Seeds of Hope International Ministries, indicating an organizational affiliation.
  • Valley of the Sun United Way Partner — Community partner of Valley View Community Food Bank