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Arizona Career Pathways

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 274590173 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE J21 · Employment · Small ($100K-$1M) · azcareerpathways.org
revenue
$357K
expenses
$388K
net assets
$97K
employees
5
volunteers
5
program ratio
84%
mission · from form 990

See Schedule 0.

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Career Pathways is an operational nonprofit that provides financial assistance and one-on-one support services to low-income students in Maricopa County, Arizona. The organization helps students pursue community college degrees or credentials in high-demand fields, aiming to improve their career prospects and economic well-being. They also offer career connections and job search support to graduates.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

1:1 Support
Offers personalized guidance and encouragement to students, assisting with class registration, paperwork, and general support to navigate the educational system.
ACP Alumni Association
An association for Arizona Career Pathways students who have completed a certificate or degree from any of the Maricopa Community Colleges, aiming to ensure future students receive similar support.
Career Connections
Assists graduates with resume and cover letter writing, interview coaching, and connects them with local companies hiring in their chosen fields.
Financial Assistance
Provides financial support for education costs (tuition, fees, books), helps with FAFSA applications, offers support for everyday expenses (gas, food, utilities), and provides one-time financial assistance for unexpected challenges.
Student Association
An association for all students enrolled in Arizona Career Pathways, offering future events and a Facebook group.
activities · 6 clusters

what they do

  • Career Pathways & Workforce Training 4 activities
    • Education and training partnerships
      Partners with Maricopa Community Colleges to enroll and support students in short-term education and training programs in high-demand fields, with credentials achievable in as little as six months and most completed within two years.
    • Partnerships for Educational Advancement
      Partners with Maricopa Community Colleges to enroll and support students in education and job training programs. The organization identifies workforce needs, secures resources, and brokers relationships to advance long-term credential and degree attainment.
    • Workforce Development and Training
      Operates a workforce development program since 2010 that provides skills training to low-income adults in Maricopa County for in-demand jobs, connecting them with employers upon completion. The program focuses on education and training that can be completed in two years or less, with some credentials achievable in as few as six months.
    • Workforce development program for low-income adults
      Operates a workforce development program since 2010 that trains low-income adults in Maricopa County for in-demand jobs through community college degrees and credentials, with 87% of graduates securing employment in their field of study and doubling their pre-program income on average.
  • Needs-Based Educational Financial Aid 2 activities
    • Financial Assistance for Students
      Provides comprehensive financial assistance to low-income students, covering tuition, books, fees, and non-school expenses such as utilities, food, and transportation. This includes assistance with FAFSA applications and one-time financial aid for unexpected hardships.
    • Financial assistance for education and living expenses
      Provides financial support covering up to half or more of tuition, fees, and books, assists with FAFSA applications, and offers ongoing and one-time aid for living expenses such as utilities, food, transportation, and unexpected hardships like car repairs or rent increases.
  • Job Readiness Training 2 activities
    • Job Placement and Career Support
      Provides job search support to graduates, including resume writing, cover letter assistance, interview coaching, and direct connections with employers. Approximately 87-90% of graduates secure employment in their field of study.
    • Student and graduate support services
      Offers one-on-one support for class registration, paperwork, and guidance; provides job search assistance including resume writing, cover letter help, and interview coaching; and connects graduates with employers to support employment in their field of study.
  • Alumni Community Engagement & Support 1 activity
    • Alumni engagement and association
      Operates an alumni association for program graduates, offers membership to those who completed a certificate or degree, and produces a quarterly newsletter to maintain engagement and support long-term success.
  • Student Enrollment & Admissions Management 1 activity
    • Program waitlist management
      Maintains a waitlist for prospective applicants during temporary pauses in program enrollment to manage access and capacity.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Economic impact and return on investment
      Generated $12.1 million in economic impact for Maricopa County in 2019-20, supported a $520,000 annual reduction in public assistance payments, and achieved a 342% return on investment with $4.42 in combined wage gains and cost savings per $1 of funding.
    • Student and Alumni Support Services
      Offers one-on-one support to students for class registration, paperwork, and ongoing guidance. The organization also maintains a student association for enrolled students and an alumni association for graduates, including a quarterly newsletter.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$357K
Contributions & grants$256K72%
Program service revenue$102K28%
Investment income$1460%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$388K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$245K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$426K
Cash$425K
Investments$0
Liabilities$329K
Net assets$97K
Liquid reserves13.1 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -9.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Charlie Boyce Executive Director 40 $89K
board members · 5
  • Dave Ryan — Board Member
  • Hunter Ruffin — Board Member
  • John Linder — Board Member
  • Monica Dorcey — Treasurer
  • Richard K Mahrle — Secretary
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • Alumni Association Partner — Collaborates with an alumni association to support program participants.
  • Arizona State University Partner — References ASU's DREAMzone as a resource for undocumented and DACA students, indicating a referral or collaborative relationship.
  • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Government — References the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program as a resource for internet access.
  • Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona Partner — Partners with Goodwill to provide access to virtual employability skills training and resume building tools.
  • Maricopa Community College Partner — Helps students earn degrees, credentials, or certificates from Maricopa Community Colleges.
  • Maricopa Community Colleges Partner — Collaborates with Maricopa Community Colleges to support student academic success and basic needs.
  • Maricopa Community Colleges Partner — Partner institution where students earn degrees, credentials, or certificates.
  • Maricopa Community Colleges Partner — Partnership to enroll and support students in education and job training programs.
  • Maricopa County Government — Primary geographic and economic focus of workforce training and economic impact
  • Nextaff Partner — Connects students to employment opportunities, enabling career advancement within the same company.
  • U.S. Department of Labor Government — Utilizes Career One Stop, a site sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, for career exploration resources.