named programs · 5 · from sources
what they call their work
Baby Bundle Bash
Hosts baby showers for expecting military families, providing essential items for newborns.
Financial Assistance
Provides financial aid for rent, mortgage, car payments, utilities, and food to eligible military members and veterans.
Holiday for Heroes
Pairs sponsors with military families to provide holiday gifts based on family wish lists.
Operation Holiday Open House
Offers holiday gifts and toys to military families during a festive event.
Seats for Soldiers
Provides free tickets to Arizona sports events for eligible service members.
activities · 6 groups
what they do
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Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 3 activities
- Holidays for Heroes / Operation Holiday GivingFacilitates "Holidays for Heroes" and "Operation Holiday Giving" by pairing individuals and businesses with eligible military families in need to provide holiday support and gifts for their children during a festive event in December.
- Operation Holiday Open HouseOperates an annual holiday event that provides toys, gifts, and photos with Santa for children of military families, along with sweet treats and festive support; part of broader holiday programming benefiting approximately 2,500 military members and families each year.
- Operation Holiday Open HouseOperates an annual "Operation Holiday Open House" event to provide toys and gifts to children of military parents during the holidays, including photos with Santa and sweet treats for families. This event is part of morale/event programs benefiting approximately 2,500 military members and families annually.
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Military Family Newborn & Dorm Support Kits 2 activities
- Baby Bundle BashHosts baby shower events for expecting Arizona military families, providing essential baby items and fulfilling personalized gift requests; hosted events for 2 to 5 families per session in 2023 and 2024.
- Baby Bundle BashHosts "Baby Bundle Bash" baby showers for military families expecting a child, providing essential items and donated gifts for the baby. Events have been hosted for multiple families throughout the year, including 4 families in Fall 2024, 5 in Summer 2024, 5 in January 2024, and 2 in September 2023. This program is part of morale/event programs benefiting approximately 2,500 military members and families annually.
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Targeted Scholarships for Specific Populations 2 activities
- College Scholarships for Military FamiliesOffers scholarships to assist military families with college-related expenses such as tuition invoices, textbooks, and parking fees.
- Scholarship ProgramOffers scholarships to military members to assist with college expenses such as school invoices, textbooks, and parking fees.
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Military and Veteran Ticket Access 2 activities
- Seats for SoldiersProvides free tickets to sporting and university events—including Arizona DBacks, Coyotes, GCU Men’s Basketball, and Spring Training games—for military service members; part of morale-boosting event programs serving approximately 2,500 military members and families annually.
- Seats for SoldiersProvides free event tickets to Arizona military members through donated tickets, including sporting events such as Arizona DBacks, Coyotes, GCU Men’s Basketball, and Spring Training games. This program is part of morale/event programs benefiting approximately 2,500 military members and families annually.
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Veteran Commemoration Parades & Honor Rides 1 activity
- Annual Fundraising and Commemorative EventsHosts recurring events including the Tour of Duty Ride, Golf Classic, and Freedom Breakfast—held on 9/11—to honor military sacrifice, raise public awareness, and generate support for Arizona military families and wounded heroes.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Financial Assistance for Basic NeedsProvides financial assistance to Arizona military members for essential expenses including rent, mortgage, car payments, car insurance, utilities, and food; supports approximately 120 service members annually through its Basic Needs Program.
- Financial Assistance for Basic NeedsProvides financial assistance to Arizona active duty, guard & reserve military service members for basic needs including rent, mortgage, car payments, car insurance, utilities, and food. Approximately 120 service members benefit annually.
- Fundraising EventsOrganizes various fundraising events to support its mission and Arizona military families and wounded heroes, including an annual "Tour of Duty Ride," an annual Golf Classic, and a "Freedom Breakfast" to commemorate 9/11.
- Holiday for Heroes / Operation Holiday GivingOrganizes annual holiday support programs—“Holiday for Heroes” and “Operation Holiday Giving”—that connect individuals and businesses with eligible military families to provide holiday gifts and cheer.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$747K
Contributions & grants$723K97%
Program service revenue$63K8%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$-39K
expenses
Total expenses$615K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$314K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$531K
Cash$523K
Investments$0
Liabilities$10K
Net assets$521K
Liquid reserves10.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +30.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margy Bons | Executive Director | 40 | $115K |
board members · 7
- Erik Bryan — BOARD MEMBER
- GABRIEL KORY — BOARD MEMBER
- Kristin Piotrowski — BOARD MEMBER
- NICOLE CRITES — Board Member
- REINE HAMILTON — BOARD MEMBER
- Richard Mabry — BOARD MEMBER
- TREY VINEYARD — Board Member
relationships · 15
who they work with
- AZ Disability Benefits 101- Veterans Partner — Listed as a valuable resource for veterans transitioning to civilian life, providing strategies and programs.
- Arizona Department of Veterans' Services Partner — Listed as a valuable resource for veterans, service members, and their families.
- Arizona Military Members Partner — Eligible recipients of the ticket program, including Active-Duty, Guard, or Reserve E5 and below and Post 9/11 recipients of a Purple Heart or Combat Action Badge.
- Delta Construction Partner — Sponsor of the Baby Bundle Bash program.
- Disabled American Veterans D.A.V. Partner — Listed as a valuable resource providing free assistance to veterans and their families for healthcare, disability, employment, education, and financial benefits.
- Elks Lodge 2148 Partner — Sponsor of the Baby Bundle Bash program.
- Franciscan Renewal Center Partner — Hosts the Operation Holiday Open House event.
- Helping Hands For Freedom Partner — Listed as a valuable resource supporting families of the fallen, wounded, and deployed with emergency financial assistance.
- Military One Source Partner — Listed as a valuable resource providing information, answers, and support for military families from the Defense Department.
- Mount Zion Church Ladies Group Partner — Sponsor of the Baby Bundle Bash program.
- Phoenix Children's Partner — Sponsor of the Baby Bundle Bash program.
- Precision Air & Plumbing Partner — Presented the 12th Annual Golf Classic.
- Sanderson Ford Partner — Provides tickets for the "Seats for Soldiers" program.
- Spinato's Pizzeria Partner — Sponsor of the Baby Bundle Bash program.
- VeteranAid.org Partner — Listed as a valuable resource for veterans, surviving spouses, and families seeking information about the VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) pension benefit.