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Catholic Community Services of Southern
Tucson, AZ · EIN 860100880 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Large ($10M-$50M) · www.ccs-soaz.org
revenue
$24.3M
expenses
$25.6M
net assets
$16.4M
employees
532
volunteers
501
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

We strengthen children, adults, families and communities by providing help, creating hope and serving all.

profile · synthesized from sources

Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona (CCS) strengthens children, adults, families, and communities by providing a wide range of social services. Operating through a family of agencies and ministries, CCS offers help and hope to nearly 100,000 individuals annually across Southern Arizona, guided by Catholic social teachings.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

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

  1. #1 primary $6.68M
    The goal of Catholic Community Services' Family and Children's Services is to help build strong and healthy families in which children are protected, happy and thriving. CCS helps meet immediate/fundamental needs, helps those in transition to become stable; and supports families as they achieve strong, secure, and independent lives. These programs are provided in a variety of locations with varied goals. Pio Decimo Center provided 2,759 families with food, clothing, and household items; its volunteers and staff prepared over 18,646 tax returns for low-income families, resulting in over $16.8 million in tax refunds. 1,136 families were kept in their homes through rental assistance. CCS programs for children/families included: child abuse prevention; 345 supervised visits between parents and children, 415 parents supported in addiction treatment to achieve permanency with their children, 79 families in transitional housing for homeless families; 191 children in foster family care; supervised visitation; low-cost day care and after school programs; 531 individuals participated in financial and foreclosure avoidance education, 539 persons were assisted in securing affordable housing and 7,416 hours of housing counseling were provided.
  2. #2 $2.93M
    315,172 meals for elderly and disabled individuals were provided through Catholic Community Services' home-delivered meal program and congregate nutrition centers throughout Southern and Western Arizona. In addition to the balanced and nutritious meals, the home-delivered meal program brings a friendly visitor to check on everyone's wellbeing, and the congregate centers provide social interaction and exercise for seniors. Older adults received case management services and approximately 22 older adults received 22,467 hours of care in our Adult Day Health Center. CCS also assists 124 low- and middle-income seniors with safe and affordable housing at Barrio Viejo Elderly Housing and Casitas on East Broadway. Seniors received Adult day health services.
named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

CCS - Yuma
Provides social services in Western Arizona, originally established as Catholic Social Services Yuma in 1961
Casa de Respiro
Supports individuals with disabilities; advisory board includes medical and community leaders
Community Outreach Program for the Deaf
Offers services for Deaf individuals in Tucson and Phoenix, including residential and community support
John Valenzuela Youth Center
Offers after-school programs for youth ages 5-17 focusing on education, leadership, and positive engagement through sports, art, dance, computer skills, and homework help.
Pio Decimo Center
Provides early childhood education and youth programs including Pre-School, Pre-Kinder, and the John Valenzuela Youth Center for ages 5–17
Pio Decimo Center Early Childhood Education
Provides support for teachers in Pre-School and Pre-Kinder classrooms for children ages 3-5, including activities like reading, art, group play, and outdoor time.
Southwest Community Services
Formerly the Division of Disabled Persons, provides services for people with disabilities across southern Arizona
activities · 3 groups

what they do

  • After-School Youth Development Programs 5 activities
    • After-School Programs
      Operates after-school programs for youth ages 5-17, offering education, leadership development, and various activities including sports, art, dance, computer skills, and homework assistance.
    • After-school youth programs
      Operates after-school programs for youth ages 5–17 that include education, leadership development, and activities such as sports, art, dance, computer skills, and homework help.
    • After-school youth programs
      Operates after-school programs for youth ages 5–17 that include education, leadership development, and activities such as sports, art, dance, computer skills, and homework help.
    • Youth After-School Programs
      Operates after-school programs for youth aged 5-17, focusing on education, leadership development, and various activities including sports, art, dance, computer skills, and homework assistance.
    • Youth After-School Programs
      Operates after-school programs for youth ages 5–17 that include education, leadership development, and activities such as sports, art, dance, computer skills, and homework help.
  • Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness Programs 5 activities
    • Early Childhood Education
      Supports early childhood education for children ages 3-5 through volunteer-assisted Pre-School and Pre-Kinder classrooms.
    • Early Childhood Education
      Offers early childhood education support for children aged 3-5 through volunteer-assisted Pre-School and Pre-Kinder classrooms.
    • Early Childhood Education
      Provides early childhood education support for children ages 3–5 through volunteer-assisted Pre-School and Pre-Kinder classrooms.
    • Early childhood education programs
      Provides early childhood education support for children ages 3–5 through volunteer-assisted Pre-School and Pre-Kinder classrooms.
    • Early childhood education programs
      Provides early childhood education support for children ages 3–5 through volunteer-assisted Pre-School and Pre-Kinder classrooms.
  • Uncategorized 9 activities
    • Direct services for individuals and families
      Provides services to nearly 100,000 individuals annually, helping children, families, and individuals live with independence and dignity.
    • Direct support services for independence and dignity
      Provides services to help children, families, and individuals live with independence and dignity, reaching nearly 100,000 individuals annually.
    • Direct support services for individuals and families
      Provides services to help children, families, and individuals live with independence and dignity, reaching nearly 100,000 individuals annually.
    • Non-discrimination compliance planning (Title VI)
      Developed and published Title VI Plans for Phoenix (2021), Tucson (2021), and in compliance with ADOT requirements (2023) to ensure nondiscrimination in programs and services.
    • Title VI Plan Development
      Develops and publishes Title VI Plans to ensure nondiscrimination in programs and services, including specific plans for Phoenix and Tucson in 2021 and a plan in 2023 in compliance with ADOT requirements.
    • Title VI Plan Development
      Develops and publishes Title VI Plans to ensure nondiscrimination in programs and services, including specific plans for Phoenix and Tucson in 2021 and a plan in 2023 compliant with ADOT requirements.
    • Title VI Plan Development
      Develops and publishes Title VI Plans to ensure nondiscrimination in programs and services, including plans for Phoenix and Tucson in 2021, and a plan in 2023 in compliance with ADOT requirements.
    • Title VI compliance planning
      Develops and publishes Title VI Plans to ensure nondiscrimination in programs and services, including plans for Phoenix (2021), Tucson (2021), and in compliance with ADOT requirements (2023).
    • Title VI nondiscrimination planning
      Develops and publishes Title VI Plans to ensure nondiscrimination in programs and services, including plans for Phoenix (2021), Tucson (2021), and compliance with ADOT requirements (2023).
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$24.32M
Contributions & grants$3.55M15%
Program service revenue$20.43M84%
Investment income$99K0%
Other revenue$233K
expenses
Total expenses$25.56M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$16.11M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$18.76M
Cash$5.60M
Investments$1.87M
Liabilities$2.34M
Net assets$16.42M
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -9.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Marguerite Harmon CEO 37 $216K
Jesus Fernandez CFO 40 $140K
board members · 23
  • Alex Horvath — Board Member
  • Anne Terry Morales — Board Member
  • Anthony Fonze — Vice President
  • Charles Geoffrion — Board Member
  • Christopher Ahearn — Board Member
  • Cicely O Parseghian — Board Member
  • Donna Zazworsky — Board Member
  • Dr Mary E Cochran — Member-At-Large
  • Dr Timonthy Porter O'Grady — Board Member
  • Elena B Bellizzi d'Autremont — Board Member
  • Fernando Barraza — Treasurer
  • Howard Richard — Member-At-Large
  • John Lohse — Board Member
  • Kim Anderson — Board Member
  • Kimberly O'Hagan — Board Member
  • Louann Costa — Board Member
  • Maria Elena McElroy — Board Member
  • Maryanne Hockstad — President
  • Patricia Torrington — Secretary
  • Robert Gonzalez — Board Member
  • Sharon Walk — Board Member
  • Sr Irma Odabashian — Board Member
  • Susan Cordts — Board Member
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • Arizona Department of Economic Security Funder — State government funding source for social services
  • Arizona Department of Revenue Government — State agency administering tax credit programs for charitable contributions
  • CCS - Sierra Vista Partner — Agency partner represented on the Board of Directors
  • Catholic Charities USA Network — National network member providing coordination and resources
  • Catholic Community Services Foundation, Inc. Network — Related foundation with shared board members providing governance and support
  • Deaf & Residential Services Partner — Agency partner represented on the Board of Directors
  • Diocese of Tucson Government — Provides Safe Environment Training required for volunteers.
  • Eucharistic Missionaries of St. Dominic Partner — Founded Pio Decimo in Tucson, which later became part of CCS.
  • Pio Decimo Center Partner — Agency partner represented on the Board of Directors
  • The Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson Partner — Diocesan affiliate providing institutional and operational support
  • United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona Funder — Local United Way chapter providing financial support