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Arizona Interfaith Movement

Tempe, AZ · EIN 860974036 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE X90 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.azifm.org
revenue
$417K
expenses
$368K
net assets
$350K
employees
5
volunteers
100
program ratio
50%
mission · from form 990

Build Bridges of understanding, respect and support among people of faith though education, dialogue, service, and the implementation of the Golden Rule. Our vision is a world of harmony and peace among persons of all faiths where the Golden Rule is a universal way of life.

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Interfaith Movement promotes interfaith understanding and compassion through education, dialogue, service projects, and recognition of individuals and organizations embodying the Golden Rule. The organization runs initiatives such as the Sweet Dream cards program to support shelter residents and offers educational resources on world religions and character development. It also advocates for civility by promoting Golden Rule principles across communities in Arizona.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

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

  1. #1 primary $73K
    Arizona Golden Rule Experiences (AGREE): AGREE's purpose in to provide free academic-based resources that inspire "Gold Standard" behavor for all grade levels. AGREE provides educational experiences with high academic standards that implement the Golden Rule with empathy, respect, civility, and kindess. The Golden Rule is being presented as a universal "Life Principle" free from religious overtones. Schools that have implemented the curriculum include Childen's Campus, Premier Childen's Center, Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain, Ash Creek Elementary, and East Valley High School. Additional Information is available at on our website: https://goldenruleeducation.org/
  2. #2 $3K
    Experience Interfaith: This is a community building event that fosters better understanding and respect among people of diverse faith and cultures. Those that participate in the free event can experience a Sikh Langer (Vegetarian dinner prepared by Indian restaurants) and the special significance of Sikh practice. An interfaith discussion will allow all to share their perspectives and learn from others to thereby dispel religious misconceptions and ignorance that often lead to conflict, war and violence. The discussion will be in small groups facilitated by a moderator. Details may be found on our website. https://interfaithmovement.com/experience-interfaith/
named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Golden Rule Awards Celebration
Annual event honoring individuals and organizations in Arizona who exemplify the Golden Rule in various sectors
Golden Rule Cities
Initiative recognizing Arizona cities that embrace Golden Rule principles; works with municipalities to promote community-wide kindness and respect
Golden Rule Education Program
Offers interfaith classes, forums, and a free K-12 character education curriculum called AGREE focused on the Golden Rule
Golden Rule License Plate
Specialty Arizona license plate promoting kindness and civility, available through MVD as a traveling billboard for the movement
Sweet Dream Cards Initiative
Volunteers create uplifting cards placed on pillows of shelter residents at Saint Vincent de Paul to provide comfort and hope
activities · 5 clusters

what they do

  • Specialty License Plate Fundraising 6 activities
    • Golden Rule Cities and License Plate Initiative
      Recognizes ten cities in Arizona as Golden Rule Cities and originated the Golden Rule specialty license plate in Arizona, designed as a traveling billboard to promote kindness, civility, and interfaith respect.
    • Golden Rule City Recognition Program
      Recognizes cities in Arizona as "Golden Rule Cities" to promote kindness and civility within communities.
    • Golden Rule City Recognition Program
      Recognizes cities in Arizona as "Golden Rule Cities" to promote kindness and civility within communities.
    • Golden Rule Recognition and Advocacy
      Recognizes individuals, organizations, and cities in Arizona for demonstrating the Golden Rule, and advocates for its principles through initiatives like the Golden Rule specialty license plate.
    • Golden Rule Specialty License Plate Program
      Originated the Golden Rule specialty license plate in Arizona to serve as a traveling billboard promoting kindness and civility.
    • Golden Rule Specialty License Plate Program
      Originated the Golden Rule specialty license plate in Arizona to serve as a traveling billboard promoting kindness and civility.
  • Christian Leadership Peer Networks 4 activities
    • Interfaith Education Programs
      Offers ongoing interfaith education and dialogue programs, including a "Religions of the World" course and a free online K-12 character education program called AGREE based on the Golden Rule, to promote understanding and respect among diverse faith communities.
    • Interfaith Education Programs
      Offers ongoing interfaith education classes, including a "Religions of the World" course, to promote understanding and respect among diverse faith communities.
    • Interfaith Education Programs
      Offers ongoing interfaith education classes, including a "Religions of the World" course, to promote understanding and respect among diverse faith communities.
    • Interfaith Education and Dialogue
      Conducts interfaith education classes, including a "Religions of the World" course, and facilitates dialogue and service activities to foster understanding and respect among diverse faith communities.
  • Handmade Cards and Beads for Emotional Support 4 activities
    • Sweet Dream Cards Community Service Program
      Organizes community participation in creating and distributing uplifting Sweet Dream cards to shelter residents, including setting up Giving Tables and service tables at events such as Walk 4 Unity and Experience Interfaith, with 3,000 cards created in December 2024.
    • Sweet Dream Cards Community Service Project
      Organizes community participation in creating and distributing "Sweet Dream cards" with uplifting messages for residents in shelters, facilitating card creation at various community events and "Giving Tables."
    • Sweet Dream Cards Community Service Project
      Organizes community participation in creating and distributing "Sweet Dream cards" with uplifting messages to shelter residents, facilitating this through "Giving Tables" at various community events.
    • Sweet Dream Cards Community Service Project
      Organizes community participation in creating and distributing "Sweet Dream cards" with uplifting messages to shelter residents, facilitating this through "Giving Tables" at various community events.
  • Community Leadership Recognition Events 3 activities
    • Golden Rule Awards Celebration
      Hosts an annual Golden Rule Awards Celebration to recognize individuals and organizations that demonstrate the Golden Rule in their daily interactions.
    • Golden Rule Awards Celebration
      Hosts an annual Golden Rule Awards Celebration to recognize individuals and organizations that demonstrate the Golden Rule in their daily interactions.
    • Golden Rule Awards and Recognition
      Hosts the annual Golden Rule Awards Celebration to recognize individuals and organizations that exemplify the Golden Rule in daily life, with the 2025 event held at the Tempe Center for the Arts.
  • Character Education Through Kindness & Values-Based Programming 3 activities
    • Golden Rule Character Education Program
      Provides a free online K-12 character education program called AGREE, which is based on the Golden Rule, to promote kindness and civility.
    • K-12 Character Education Program (AGREE)
      Provides a free online K-12 character education program called AGREE, based on the Golden Rule, to foster positive values in young people.
    • K-12 Character Education Program (AGREE)
      Provides a free online K-12 character education program called AGREE, based on the Golden Rule, to foster positive values in young people.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$417K
Contributions & grants$50K12%
Program service revenue$185K44%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$181K
expenses
Total expenses$368K
Program expenses50%
Admin / overhead48%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$164K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$354K
Cash$213K
Investments$134K
Liabilities$4K
Net assets$350K
Liquid reserves11.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +43.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Anne Taylor Business Manager 32 $47K
Larry Fultz Former Executive Director 0 $37K
Dr Albert Celoza Executive Director 32 $21K
board members · 8
  • Anita Rangaswami — VP Membership
  • Eldred Spain — President
  • Ginny Leason — Secretary
  • Karolyn Benger — VP Education
  • LeAnne Basha — VP GoldenRule
  • Ramesh Somaiya CPA — Treasurer
  • Richard Gulbrandsen Esq — VP GR Banquet
  • Sid Shahid — VP Education
relationships · 27

who they work with

  • AGREE Partner — Hosts and promotes the AGREE K-12 Golden Rule character education program as a free online resource.
  • Arizona Brainfood Partner — Recognized with the 2014 Education Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Arizona Department of Transportation Government — Collaborates with ADOT's Motor Vehicle Division to offer the Golden Rule specialty license plate through the state's personalized plate program.
  • Arizona Interfaith Movement Network — 501(c)3 nonprofit organization facilitating interfaith engagement in Arizona.
  • Benevilla Partner — Recognized with the 2013 Non-Profit Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Childhelp Partner — Recognized as a 2023 Humanitarian Award honoree by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Circle the City Partner — Recognized with the 2015 Humanitarian Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • East Valley Community Builders Partner — Recognized with the 2019 Community Building Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • First Things First Partner — Recognized with the 2013 Education Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Greater Phoenix Urban League Partner — Recognized with George Dean as 2006 Non-Profit Award honorees by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Guru Nanak Dwara Partner — Hosted AZIFM service table during Experience Interfaith event.
  • Helios Education Foundation Partner — Recognized with Paul Luna as 2010 Non-Profit Award honorees by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Helping Hands for Single Moms Partner — Recognized with Chris Coffman as 2011 Strengthening Families Award honorees by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Japanese American Citizens League Partner — Recognized with Thomas T. Koseki as 2019 Humanitarian Award honorees by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • JustServe.org Partner — Platform used to coordinate community participation in Sweet Dream cards initiative.
  • Metro Phoenix Boys & Girls Club Partner — Recognized with the 2008 Non-Profit Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Mission of Mercy Partner — Recognized with the 2022 Humanitarian Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Native American Fathers and Families Association Partner — Recognized with the 2023 Strengthening the Family Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Playworks Partner — Recognized with the 2018 Education Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Saint Vincent de Paul Partner — Partnered to place Sweet Dream cards on pillows of shelter residents.
  • Save The Family Partner — Recognized with the 2005 Non-Profit Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Society of St. Vincent de Paul Partner — Recognized with Stephen Zabilski as 2011 Non-Profit Award honorees by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • St. Andrew’s Children’s Clinic Partner — Recognized with the 2012 Community Service Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • State of Arizona Legislature Government — Recognized by a concurrent resolution encouraging citizens to live by the Golden Rule.
  • Sunshine Acres Partner — Recognized with the 2019 Serving the Children Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • The Wellness Community Partner — Recognized with the 2007 Non-Profit Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.
  • Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Partner — Recognized with the 2014 Philanthropy Award by Arizona Interfaith Movement.