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TABLE OF CONTENTS ARIZONA QUALIFIED CHARITY TAX CREDIT......................... 09 FOSTER CARE TAX CREDIT.. .................................................. 24 PUBLIC SCHOOLS TAX CREDIT............................................. 27 PRIVATE SCHOOL TUITION ORGANIZATIONS....................... 27
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TAX CREDIT CONTRIBUTIONS FUEL COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, SAVE TAXPAYERS MONEY They’re increasingly becoming the fuel behind nonprofit and educational organizations — and one of the best ways to save money on your personal income taxes.
Arizona’s charity and education tax credits have become one of the most important fundraising tools available for non-profits and schools statewide. They also provide taxpayers with an opportunity for a dollar-for-dollar credit on state income taxes — as well as, in many cases, a deduction on federal taxes as well. “It makes financial sense to learn about these credits,” said Cindie Hubiak, president & CEO of the Arizona Society of CPAs. “These tax credits are more valuable than a regular tax deduction because they are a dollar-for-dollar offset, rather than just reducing your net income.” And while they may seem too good to be true, they’re becoming an increasingly important resource for groups across the state. “The Tax Credit program has had a very positive impact on local nonprofits,” said Larry Lytle, first vice president-financial advisor for RBC Wealth Management locally, who sits on a number of nonprofit boards. “We are seeing increases in both the number new donors, the average donation amounts and donor retention. These dollars are turning out to be some of the most cost-efficient money they are raising. The end impact is stronger balance sheets amongst those nonprofits who have active campaigns.”
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2017-18 Tax Credit Directory Here’s How Tax Credit Contributions Work Arizona law allows you to receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on the amount of state income tax you pay if you donate to a qualified charity or educational institution in one of four categories: • Arizona Qualified Charities, which is a general category most nonprofits fit in. Contributions are limited to $400 per person or $800 per couple. • Arizona Qualifying Foster Care Charitable Organizations, which as the title implies encompasses non-profits who provide foster care services. Contributions have a $500 limit for individuals and a $1,000 limit per couple. • Public Schools, including charter schools, with a $200 per person and $400 per couple limit. • Private School Tuition Organizations, which fund contributions to private schools, which have a $1,089 total limit per person and $2,177 limit per couple. For example, if you give $800 to an Arizona Qualified Charity, your state income tax owed is reduced by $800. And, you can claim that same $800 charitable contribution on your federal taxes, lowering your federal tax bill as well. It’s a net win compared to paying tax dollars to the state, and you directly contribute to these beneficial organizations instead. “Arizona residents have several Arizona charitable tax credits available to them,” said Brenda Blunt, tax partner with Eide Bailly LLP. “Ideally, taxpayers will take advantage of all of them. With the exception of the public school tax credit, the tax savings generally equal the cash outlay to the charity or school. Whether you itemize your charitable contributions or not, these credits generally allow taxpayers to use money that would otherwise go to paying taxes and give it to qualifying schools and charities of their choice.” Arizona law allows for these contributions to be made all the way up to the April 15 tax deadline and still count for the 2017 tax year (contributions made in 2018 would count for your 2018 federal taxes, however). Hubiak said there’s still a learning curve for many people when it comes to tax credit contributions, but more and more people are taking advantage of the credits over time. “There’s still a fair amount of misunderstanding, and some of it is a sense of ‘too good to be true,’” she said. “To some people it doesn’t make sense that an individual can contribute to a nonprofit and get more back than they give.” The State of Arizona requires each organization to meet certain criteria in order to be eligible for the tax credit program. You can learn more about the tax credit program and eligible charities at azdor.gov/TaxCredits.aspx.
(NOTE: Financial advisors quotes in this article are not providing tax or legal advice.)
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UMBRELLA ORGANIZATIONS Some charities under the Arizona Qualified Charity Tax Credit have a slightly different designation as “umbrella organizations.” They are eligible for contributions of $400 per person and $800 per couple as well, but are listed differently on the State of Arizona’s web site. For example, Executive Council Charities, Valley of the Sun United Way and other United Way organizations across the state are considered “umbrella organizations” because they may receive tax credit contributions and distribute them to other nonprofit partners in the community. Locally, Valley of the Sun United Way’s Help The Working Poor Fund is the organization’s tax credit mechanism. United Way uses contributions to fund its own efforts to fight poverty in the community as well as sharing resources with other organizations dealing with homelessness, hunger and other related issues. Executive Council Charities sponsors the Support Arizona Youth program, where they receive tax credit contributions on behalf of qualified charities and match the contributions to increase their impact.
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Q: HOW TO MAXIMIZE THE TAX CREDIT OPPORTUNITY? A: GIVE TO ALL 4 CATEGORIES!
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Arizona Qualified Charity Tax Credit / $400 per Individual or $800 per Couple Example - Mr. & Mrs. Smith give $800 to one organization or give $200 to 4 Qualified Organizations
Foster Care Tax Credit / $500 per Individual or $1,000 per Couple Example - Mr. & Mrs. Smith give $500 to 2 Qualified Foster Care organizations or give $1,000 to one organization
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Public Schools Tax Credit / $200 per person or $400 per couple
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Private School Tuition Organizations / $1,089 per person or $2,177 per couple
Mr. & Mrs. Smith owed $2,000 on their taxes, donated the maximum combined amount to all tax credits of $4,383 on their Arizona Tax Returns and will now receive a refund of $2,383. No catch, dollar for dollar assistance to your favorite organizations and schools. Deadline is April 17, 2018, Tax Day, to make these contributions and submit your forms to get your Tax Credit when you file.
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A STEPPING STONE FOUNDATION Kindly allow us to introduce you to one family who recently participated in A Stepping Stone’s preschool with family literacy program – LEAF (Literacy Elevates Arizona Families. When Enrique and his daughter began LEAF, Enrique needed his GED, and wanted his daughter Esperanza to prepare for elementary school. They embarked on a 9-month trek that included preschool, adult education, parenting classes, intergenerational activities, field trips and home visits. They were successful because they worked hard TOGETHER and with A Stepping Stone guiding their way. Today, Enrique is better prepared to find employment, and Esperanza began Kindergarten ready to learn. Both are prepared to contribute back to the community that afforded them a stronger beginning. Please donate to LEAF through the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit program today.
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ARIZONA CALL-A-TEEN (ACYR) Since 1976, ACYR (Arizona Center for Youth Resources) is focused on developing our greatest natural resource – youth. Over the years we have evolved into offering academic, vocational, and employment programs to meet the needs of young people ages 14-24 who face economic and employment barriers to help them discover their potential. ACYR helps build pathways to success through education, skill building and employment. ACYR offers an array of high quality programs that incorporates three priorities: • A caring, dedicated, and knowledgeable staff • A menu of options designed to ensure success – continuing education choices, work-based learning, leadership development, linkages to employers, and on-going, sustained support. • Research-based youth development practices to impart meaning and relevance in all programming.
ACYR is investing in today’s youth to strengthen tomorrow’s communities.
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ARIZONA AUTISM UNITED (AZA UNITED) Arizona Autism United (AZA United) was founded in 2006 by a group of families who were experiencing a shortage of quality care for their children. They wanted to develop a nonprofit organization whose focus was providing high quality services to children in our community. With an autism diagnosis rate of 1 in 64 children in Arizona, we must continue to expand our services to meet these ever growing needs, as we are guided by our mission to help as many families as possible with individualized supports. We currently serve hundreds of local children every day with a variety of therapies and supports. Involving families at all levels is the key to improving service delivery systems and child outcomes, both now and for the future.
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ARIZONA DENTAL FOUNDATION The Arizona Dental Foundation keeps Arizona smiling by responding to the oral health needs of vulnerable populations. We do this by mobilizing volunteers; identifying and linking resources; and providing educational opportunities for dental professionals. Annually, our volunteers provide 1,500 underserved children and individuals with a special need over one-half million dollars in free services statewide on a budget of less than half that amount. In fact, our award-winning Give Kids a Smile program provides over $300 in free dental services to each participating child at an operational cost of only $30. Now imagine the impact of your gift! azdentalfoundation.org
ARIZONA FOUNDATION FOR THE HANDICAPPED AFH provides quality, individualized, services to people with physical and intellectual challenges. AFH fosters community partnerships to promote options, opportunities and outcomes. We serve individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities including Autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy and cognitive impairment in both Casa Grande and Phoenix. We provide quality services to our participants 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We enrich lives through our programs which offer opportunities for creative expression through the arts and community interaction through job training. State funding provides for minimal programming and is primarily focused on safety and caregiving. AFH is committed to exceeding basic programming expectations. Your generous contributions will enhance our programs with innovative practices helping those we support to enrich their lives and achieve their dreams. azafh.org
ARIZONA’S CHILDREN ASSOCIATION Founded in 1912, Arizona’s Children Association is one of the state’s oldest and largest comprehensive child welfare and behavioral health not-for-profit agencies. Located in all 15 Arizona counties, we provide a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of more than 40,000 children, youth and families each year. Our services include: Foster Care & Adoption, Behavioral Health & Trauma/Crisis Response, Kinship Support, Family Education & Support, Young Adult Services, and Family Preservation & Reunification. When you make a contribution to us, you may not only benefit from a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit, but you help support Arizona’s children and families and allow us to further our mission of “Protecting Children, Empowering Youth, and Strengthening Families. arizonaschildren.org
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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL ARIZONA Big Brothers Big Sisters is not your typical organization. Children realize their potential because of the strong, professionally supported mentoring relationships that change lives for the better. These positive influences have a ripple effect through families, schools and our community. As part the nation’s largest mentoring network, BBBSAZ makes meaningful matches between adult volunteers and children, ages 6 through 18, across Central Arizona. We develop and support positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people. Children are matched through the traditional communitybased program and through the site-based school programs. By participating in our programs, youth are more confident in their schoolwork performance, able to get along better with their families, less likely to begin using illegal drugs, less likely to begin using alcohol, and less likely to skip school.
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER SCOTTSDALE The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale (BGCS) serves thousands of youth at nine Clubs located within the communities of Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Fountain Hills, Mesa, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and the Hualapai Nation. Research shows that the more time youth spend at a Boys & Girls Club, the more likely they are to feel more connected to school and have greater post-secondary aspirations. The door to our kids’ futures is often crowded by temptation and misdirection making it difficult for them to reach their full potential. Inside our doors, youth development professionals and mentors provide guidance, support and encouragement in an enriching and safe environment. Our outcome-based programming assures that success is in reach for all kids and teens who enter our doors, no matter their circumstances.
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BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA GRAND CANYON COUNCIL Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America has taught character development and good citizenship to millions of young people in the nation. These youths developed personal integrity, self-reliance, sound decision making and built lasting friendships. Many of our nation’s leaders give credit to Scouting for their success. In 2016, the Grand Canyon Council served 43,296 registered youth. In our efforts to reach the needs of underserved communities, the Council also served an additional 4,654 youth in non-membership programs. Boy Scouts of America GCC Outreach programs serve minority, at-risk, special needs, refugee, foster and economically-disadvantaged boys and girls in our state. Your gift helps young people living in challenging circumstances learn timetested, proven skills & values that have been changing lives for over 100 years.
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CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY ARIZONA Cancer Support Community Arizona provides the gold standard of comprehensive emotional, psychological and social support to anyone whose life has been impacted by cancer, at no cost to our participants. Our programs address the fear, anxiety, depression, disability, pain and limitations, often accompanying a cancer diagnosis, through our educational and social engagement programs, healthy lifestyle and stress management classes and emotional support groups. We serve all cancer patients and their caregivers: any age, any stage, any cancer. Our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Our vision: So That No One Faces Cancer Alone®. cscaz.org
CHILDREN’S CANCER NETWORK At Children’s Cancer Network, our mission is to support children and families throughout their journey through cancer. Our programs and services are designed to lessen their burden by providing financial assistance, promoting education and healthy lifestyles, and increase awareness of the issues faced by those dealing with childhood cancer. Our goal is to provide families with the essentials they need to get through this difficult time, and to make sure they realize they are not alone in their journey. We work closely with pediatric oncology teams at facilities throughout Arizona to reach as many families in need as possible. Children’s Cancer Network is 100 percent funded by contributions from our community. childrenscancernetwork.org
CIRCLE THE CITY HEALTHCARE FOR THE HOMELESS - ENDING HOMELESSNESS - Circle the City (CTC) is a 501(c)(3) community health organization dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate, holistic medical and behavioral health care and wraparound services to its patients facing homelessness in Maricopa County. Founded in 2008 by Sister Adele O›Sullivan, CSJ, MD, we offer a continuum of care that is one-of-a-kind in the state and one of the only recognized models of its type in the nation. In October 2012, CTC launched Arizona›s first and only Medical Respite Center, a 50-bed medical shelter facility for ill and injured men and women experiencing homelessness, with housing provided to 78% of patients completing their medical plan. CTC has served over 6,000 individuals, reduced human suffering and provided an essential and costsaving alternative to expensive hospital stays, emergency room costs and 911 calls.
Circle the City healthcare for the homeless
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DELTA DENTAL OF ARIZONA FOUNDATION Delta Dental of Arizona, the largest dental benefits company in Arizona, created Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, in 1997 to promote optimal oral health and prevent dental disease in underserved and uninsured communities throughout the state. Unlike many nonprofit organizations, 100% of the donations received through Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation are used for programs and services in the community. Delta Dental of Arizona pays all of the administrative costs. As a result, donors know that every penny they contribute is used solely for programs that improve oral health. Since its inception, Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation has provided more than $11 million in community benefit support for oral health promotion and dental disease prevention programs in Arizona. deltadentalaz.com/foundation
DEVEREUX ARIZONA Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona is a Qualifying Charitable Tax Organization with programs throughout Maricopa and Pima Counties. We are celebrating 50 years of serving children and families in Arizona. Our programs include: Assessment and Intervention, Autism, Brief Intervention, Foster Care, Outpatient Counseling, Prevention Programs, Residential Treatment and Respite. Devereux unlocks and nurtures human potential for people with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. To learn more, volunteer, or to make a contribution, visit:
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DUET: PARTNERS IN HEALTH & AGING Duet: Partners in Health & Aging is a nonprofit, interfaith organization that has been working diligently to promote health and well-being for older adults in greater Phoenix since 1981. Duet pairs caring volunteers with homebound adults, referred to as ‘neighbors,’ who can no longer drive yet wish to remain living in their own homes. Free-of-charge volunteer services include transportation to the grocery store and medical appointments, friendly visits and phone calls, paperwork assistance, and more. Being a family caregiver or raising a grandchild can take a toll. Duet helps by providing support groups, respite, workshops, retreats, personalized guidance and accurate referral information. Duet also trains registered nurses to serve as faith community nurses, who in turn develop programs in congregations that promote health in body, mind, and spirit. Volunteer. Donate. Ask for help. Together, we are partners in health and aging.
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FOUNDATION FOR BLIND CHILDREN Every day in Arizona, a mother is told her new baby is blind. Early intervention is critical to the future success of a blind child as 75% of early learning is visual. Foundation for Blind Children’s certified teachers of the visually impaired teach concepts that most children learn by imitation. Services for infants are provided in-home and teach parents to motivate their blind baby to learn and grow, using their remaining senses. The unemployment rate for students completing training at FBC is 5%, compared to a national unemployment rate of 70% for visually impaired adults. For blind adults to have that level of success, the work starts at birth. You can ensure that FBC will be there for every child and family who need us!
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FOUNDATION FOR SENIOR LIVING FSL (Foundation for Senior Living) has been caring for Arizonans since 1974. Our mission is to provide home and community-based services and develop energy-efficient, affordable housing to promote health, independence and dignity for all. We do this by developing single-family homes and multi-family affordable housing communities and residential behavioral health group homes. We operate food pantries in Phoenix, Peoria, and Wickenburg. Additionally, we serve nearly 800 congregate and home-delivered meals to Arizonans each day. We provide home and community-based services to enhance independence for Arizonans of all ages, including adult day health, Medicarecertified home health and non-medical home care services. We educate clients and family caregivers in an effort to empower them to maintain and enhance independence for themselves, their loved ones and their clients.
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FRESH START WOMEN’S FOUNDATION Since 1992, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation has been on a mission to provide education, resources, and support for women to positively transform their lives and strengthen the community. The non-profit organization serves thousands of women a year and provides programs and services focusing on career, education, and life skills. In addition to a vast schedule of programs, Fresh Start also offers supportive services such as mentoring, social work and family law support to assist women in reaching their full potential. The Phoenix-based Resource Center offers free and low-cost services to any woman age 18 or older. Your tax credit will help ensure that these critical services continue to be available to the women in our community. Please visit freshstartwomen.org to make your Tax Credit Donation. freshstartwomen.org
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GABRIEL’S ANGELS Gabriel’s Angels provides healing pet therapy to at-risk children in Arizona. With 185 registered Pet Therapy Teams serving over 14,800 children annually through 125 partner agencies, our Teams visit crisis nurseries, domestic violence and homeless shelters, group homes, and Title I schools to intervene in children’s lives and teach core behaviors such as trust, empathy and confidence. Services are delivered in group sessions as well as specialized one-on-one services through the Individual Intervention program. The Animals, Books, and Children (ABC) Program was introduced to further support children who participate in our school based program and could benefit from reading practice with the Therapy Team. Help us make a difference in the life of a child by donating to Gabriel’s Angels today! gabrielsangels.org
GESHER DISABILITY RESOURCES Gesher Disability Resources (formerly Council For Jews With Special Needs) is a 32-year-old nonprofit disability agency (Tax ID #86-0626273) with a mission to support individuals with special needs and their families in the Jewish community to lead fuller lives. Gesher is the Hebrew word for bridge - it is our vision to create bridges that bring all communities together. The agency’s services are available at little to no cost thanks to grants, donations, and tax credit dollars. gesherdr.org
GIGI’S PLAYHOUSE GiGi’s Playhouse provides a lifetime of FREE educational, therapeutic and job training programs for individuals with Down syndrome. Since our opening in 2015 GiGi’s Playhouse/Phoenix has become one of the fastest growing locations in our international network. Today we service over 200 families every month with signature programs designed to grow strong bodies, promote self confidence and build self esteem. Our programs connect with school curriculums providing one on one tutoring in reading and math. In addition to The Playhouse we are expanding with GiGi University and GiGi’s Studio Cafe in Spring 2018. These accelerated adult learning programs will provide the platform for our young adults to learn independent living and work skills. We are 100% privately funded, 100% Volunteer supported, 100% Free to our Families and 100% Participant inspired.
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JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF ARIZONA Junior Achievement of Arizona is preparing 80,000+ primarily low-income students each year to succeed in work and life. We are giving our youth, K-12, the knowledge and skills they need to manage their money, plan for their future, and make smart academic, career and money choices. Delivered by 9,000 volunteers, our hands-on, age-appropriate programs focus on three key areas: financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Our programs help students connect what they learn in the classroom to the real world and open their eyes to the possibilities of the future. Best yet, the impact is evident! For the last 60 years, JA has empowered millions of Arizona students and we are eager to empower more through the support of individuals making Tax Credit eligible contributions.
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KIVEL CAMPUS OF CARE Kivel Campus of Care opened in 1958 to serve the needs of the frail elderly. Currently Kivel is a 501(c)3, HUD property serving low income elderly. Kivel has always been known for providing high quality care and a dedication to helping the elderly maintain their independence. We currently have 255 residents, 210 who live independently and 45 in assisted living. In addition to providing housing for our independent residents, we provide services that include indoor and outdoor activities, social services, nutritional congregate meals, a food pantry, transportation, a free dental clinic, and 24 hour emergency response. Our three most important programs for which we receive no government funding are completely funded through community support: congregate meal program, food pantry and free Dental Clinic. kivelcare.org
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF THE SOUTHWEST Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest stabilizes individuals and families during times of crisis and transition, builds a self-reliant foundation where all people can fulfill their most basic needs, and preserves the dignity and respect of our most fragile populations in Arizona. Our core services include: Aging & Disability Services - Prevents seniors and individuals with disabilities from experiencing isolation, loneliness, and health risks, so that they can live safely in their homes and within their communities. Children & Family Services - Builds strong families to help children grow in safe and loving homes. Emergency Services - Relieves hunger and homelessness for neighbors facing poverty. Refugee & Immigration Services - Resettles the world’s most vulnerable neighbors fleeing war, violence, and persecution.
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MAGGIE’S PLACE Maggie’s Place provides life-changing programs and services for pregnant and parenting women and their children by offering a warm and welcoming community, a safe place to live and learn, and ongoing services to help them become self-sufficient. Maggie’s Place operates five homes in the greater Phoenix area and welcomes over 90 women and their children each year. In addition, every mother has access to continuing services after she moves out through the Family Resource Center. Your generosity provides pregnant and parenting women in need with shelter, food, clothing, and a supportive community and connects them with resources including prenatal care, access to health care, low-cost housing and education programs. In short, your gift has the power to impact vulnerable lives two at a time. maggiesplace.networkforgood.com
MARICOPA HEALTH FOUNDATION The Maricopa Health Foundation provides critical resources to ensure compassionate care and outstanding medical services are available to the most vulnerable members of our community. The money we raise goes directly back into the community through our partnership with Maricopa Integrated Health System (MIHS), our public teaching hospital and safety net medical center for the underserved. Through the generosity of our community we are able to provide timely aid for those in desperate medical need. The Maricopa Health Foundation is committed to ensuring that Maricopa Integrated Health System (MIHS) has the resources needed to care for the needs of our community, not just today, but for years to come.
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MATTHEW’S CROSSING FOOD BANK Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank is a qualified tax credit charitable organization located in the East Valley. Our mission is to provide food and basic necessities to our neighbors in need. We have several programs that provide hunger relief 1) emergency food boxes that provide 6 – 8 days of hunger relief 2) holiday food boxes 3) Meals to Grow – a weekend backpack and on school campuses food closets that provide hunger relief on weekends and school nights and 4) Read to Grow – a lobby library that offers new books to promote early reading for children 0 – 14 years.
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THE MIRACLE LEAGUE OF ARIZONA The Miracle League of Arizona’s mission is to offer a safe and successful baseball experience for individuals with disabilities and special health care needs. We aim to eliminate any barriers that may prevent players from participating, to do away with stigmas, to replace isolation with inclusion, and to wash away discouragement with the power of friendship. Each and every player gets to experience success and fun, in an environment where they are welcome and accepted. Our players start at the age of four, and there is no cut-off. Participation is free of cost to families, and each player is given a oneon-one helper, encourager, and friend that we call a buddy. Miracle really do happen at our league, please join us in making them happen.
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ONE•N•TEN One•N•Ten is Arizona’s oldest and largest nonprofit dedicated to serving and assisting LGBTQ youth and young adults. We provide tools and skills necessary to improve their self-esteem and acceptance of who they are to prepare them to become tomorrow’s leaders. With programs ranging from workforce development and mentoring, to supportive housing for youth experiencing homelessness and the nation’s largest LGBTQ summer camp, one•n•ten serves over 1,000 youth across the state of Arizona each year. Our new central Phoenix youth center at the Parson’s Center for Health and Wellness is the conduit and connection point for services and the home of our Queer Blended Learning Center, an onsite online charter school partnership. Weekly Satellite programming is offered across the state in six cities.
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PHOENIX INDIAN CENTER The Phoenix Indian Center is your community partner dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all. Touching the lives of over one-million men, women and children over the past 70 years, we help adults secure employment through training and job search assistance; more youth now graduate from high school with tutoring, skills training and college scholarship resources; we assist youth and adults to prevent drug and alcohol use by learning new skills to help themselves and join community-wide efforts; and we build cultural awareness for our community, teachers, foster care parents and businesses through classes and presentations. We are changing lives. Your support changes lives too, allowing us to assist more people. Won’t you join our family and help? We are truly all related. phxindcenter.com
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POWER PAWS Please consider helping us serve our community with your “Tax Credit Donation.” Imagine if your life depended on the constant help of someone else. What if you could not untie your shoes or open a door? A sense of independence is a dignifying and fulfilling part of the human experience. Imagine if that help came from a Power Paws dog! Since 2001, Power Paws has trained and placed assistance dogs. Your “Tax Credit Donation” will help us provide assistance dogs and educational programs to families struggling to make ends meet. Our skilled assistance dogs serve people with disabilities, PTSD, and Type I Diabetes to live a life of independence. Thank you for considering Power Paws for your “Tax Credit Donation.”
azpowerpaws.org
ROSIE’S HOUSE Rosie’s House: A Music Academy for Children helps Arizona youth who are economically disadvantaged reach their full potential by offering over 18,000 free after-school music lessons and 250 loaned instruments every year. By having access to comprehensive, rigorous, high-quality music instruction by dedicated professionals, Rosie’s House students improve their creative thinking, self-confidence, goal-setting skills and leadership aptitude. In addition to music lessons, Rosie’s House also provides service-learning opportunities, college readiness programs, and mentorship that help students towards their long-term goals; Rosie’s House students are twice as likely than their Phoenix peers to enroll in college. Rosie’s House is committed to creating the next generation of life-long learners and lovers of music that are creative, innovative, and productive members of society.
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RYAN HOUSE The Board of Visitors Ryan House is a lifeline for Arizona children and families navigating life-limiting and end-of-life journeys. Since 2010, we continue to provide world-class care to medically fragile children at our beautiful home in the heart of Central Phoenix, while parents can take a much-needed break from caregiving and receive the emotional, spiritual, and social support they desperately need. Generous community support allows Ryan House to provide the critical services at no cost to more than 300 families each year. A national leader in pediatric palliative care, Ryan House is the only organization of its kind in the Southwest and one of two in the country.
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THE SALVATION ARMY PHOENIX METRO What is known today as The Salvation Army was founded in London in 1865 by evangelist William Booth. Booth wished to help people in need with food, clothing and housing. This vision evolved into The Salvation Army’s social service programs. The Salvation Army has served metro Phoenix for nearly 125 years and provides assistance to approximately 325,000 individuals annually. The Salvation Army is dedicated to fulfilling its mission of “Doing the Most Good” by providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster survivors, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter for the homeless, and opportunities for underprivileged children. Eighty-two cents of every dollar donated to The Salvation Army are used to support these services.
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SAVE THE FAMILY Homeless families have dreams. Parents want to be good moms and dads. Kids want to excel in school. For nearly 30 years, Save the Family equips families to find a new path forward to address poverty, overcome homelessness and achieve self-sufficiency. We provide transitional and affordable housing, case management, and support services including professional development workshops, parenting classes, self-esteem coaching, after-school programs, and extracurricular activities. Your Charitable Tax Credit donation of $400 can provide 10 children with supplies for a successful school year and $800 can provide 20 parents with the job-readiness training to reenter the workforce. Invest in a family’s future and help them reach their potential. savethefamily.org
SPOT 127 YOUTH MEDIA CENTER SPOT 127, KJZZ’s youth media center, empowers teens to find their voices and engage with their communities through photo, audio and video storytelling. Each year we offer free afterschool and summer programming to nearly 300 teens in the metro Phoenix area, the majority of whom come from low-income households. Through our hands-on digital media curriculum, we give teens an outlet to share stories that might otherwise go unheard. Participants’ stories are shared on the web, social media and SPOT 127’s streaming radio station, and some content is shared via the web and on air at KJZZ 91.5, Phoenix’s NPR member station. SPOT 127 also puts students on the path toward post-secondary educational and career success by offering college enrollment assistance, scholarships and paid internships.
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ST. MARY’S FOOD BANK Celebrating its 50th year as the world’s FIRST Food Bank, St. Mary’s Food Bank alleviates hunger by gathering and distributing food to 474 agencies at 600 locations serving the hungry. Covering nine of Arizona’s 15 counties, St. Mary’s is a member of Feeding America, the national network of food banks, and is committed to volunteerism, building community relationships, and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need. Last year St. Mary’s distributed more than 86 million pounds of food to Arizonans and garnered more than 200,000 volunteer hours Ninety-five percent of all donations received at St. Mary’s goes directly to our mission, helping feed those in need throughout most of Arizona. St. Mary’s is a qualifying charity for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit.
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been working to feed, clothe, house and heal families and homeless individuals in central and northern Arizona since 1946. Programs include homeless services, medical and dental care, charity dining rooms, urban farms, thrift stores, a shelter and general assistance for individuals in need. In addition to supporting those who have nowhere else to turn for help, we provide meaningful service opportunities for volunteers. Visit our Charitable Tax Credit Guide to learn how you can earn up to $800 in tax credits. Read through frequently asked questions and sample tax returns.
stvincentdepaul.net
TERROS HEALTH Terros Health is a not-for-profit integrated, whole health care provider with specialization in mental health, family services, mobile crisis, prevention, HIV testing, and addiction recovery services. Inspiring change for life is our compelling purpose and we have been serving the citizens of Arizona for nearly 50 years. We are driven by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment, and all Terros Health services are designed to achieve the tenets of the Triple Aim: exceptional patient experience, quality care, and affordability. We have 1,100 employees who annually help more than 55,000 Arizonans achieve recovery, good health and sustained wellness. We serve adults, children and families at 20 locations throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, with mobile crisis services in Northern Arizona. We are Terros Health!
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UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF CENTRAL ARIZONA UCP of Central Arizona offers programs and services for children, teens and adults with disabilities, including cerebral palsy, autism, Down syndrome, sensory processing disorders, genetic disorders, orthopedic disabilities, birth defects, head injuries, developmental delay and other diagnoses that affect development.At UCP, we know the challenges families face when a family member has a disability. Our goal is to alleviate some of those challenges by providing resources, education, training and social emotional support to the entire family.
ucpofcentralaz.org
WASTE NOT Waste Not is one of the oldest perishable food rescue programs in the country. For three decades, our sole purpose has been to ensure that our community’s most vulnerable people have access to consistent, life-giving food--food that would otherwise be thrown away. We hold a distinctive position in the efforts to alleviate local hunger. While we are not a food bank, we function uniquely as a “middle-man” agency currently collaborating with more than 200 community partners to alleviate local hunger through our Food Rescue & Delivery Program. Our “same-day” deliveries are made to a network of diverse recipient agency partners, reducing their food costs & enabling them to maximize limited resources for the many services they specialize in providing to their clients in need.
wastenotaz.org
YWCA The YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix is celebrating our 105th year! We are the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organization in the world. In 2016 -17 the YWCA: • • • • • • • • •
Provided 96,852 meals to seniors and disabled Provided 10,560 rides to seniors and disabled Offered 1,507 programs and activities at Senior Centers Graduated 516 women from “Own It” financial education program Provided financial education programs, gratis, to 34 collaborative partners Provided 2 wage negotiation classes to help end the gender pay gap Empowered 550+ women through the Women’s Empowerment Series and Young Women’s Forum Held 10 Stand Against Racism round-table discussions throughout Phoenix
Your participation in the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit program will propel our mission to Empower Women and Eliminate Racism.
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Give your children the gift of giving THE CHILDREN OF TODAY ARE THE PHILANTHROPISTS OF THE FUTURE. WE MAKE SURE THEY ’RE READY FOR THE CHALLENGE. We’re Generation Next, and we recognize that philanthropy is an integral part of the fabric of our society. That’s why we work with you to make sure your children — the next generation of philanthropists — understand the power of giving and find the causes they will support passionately. Find out how we can help your most precious legacy leave a legacy of their own.
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AASK - AID TO ADOPTION OF SPECIAL KIDS AASK (Aid to Adoption of Special Kids) provides relationships for children in foster care, by connecting children with foster families, adoptive families, siblings, kin, and adult mentors. Founded in 1988 by Katherine Herberger, AASK was created to find adoptive homes for medically fragile babies. AASK today serves any child in foster care, and continues to recruit families who care for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. In addition, AASK reunites brothers and sisters separated by foster care, and matches stable, trusted mentors with foster youth in group homes and shelters. AASK is Arizona’s largest non-profit agency with the sole focus of finding relationships for children in foster care. Thank you for helping us to ensure that every child has someone who cares.
aask-az.org
ARIZONA FRIENDS OF FOSTER CHILDREN FOUNDATION More than 30 children will enter foster care in Arizona – today alone. Many times they come with little more than the clothes on their back or what they can carry in a trash bag. They may have never ridden a bicycle or sat down for a family meal. They may be struggling to keep up in school or dreaming of playing a sport. The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation promotes the selfesteem and enriches the lives of Arizona’s children in foster care by funding social, athletic and educational activities and items that provide them with quality experiences while they live through very difficult circumstances. Help us give children in foster care back their childhood by making a charitable donation that qualifies for the Arizona Foster Care Tax Credit. fosterfriendaz.org
CHILD CRISIS ARIZONA Support, protect and strengthen Arizona’s most vulnerable children and families by making a tax credit donation to Child Crisis Arizona! Taxpayers can support our vision of “Safe Kids…Strong Families” by making a donation to Child Crisis Arizona as a Qualifying Foster Care Organization (QFCO) until April 17, 2018 and receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit. The Charitable Foster Care Tax Credit allows for up to $500 for single filers and $1,000 for married/ joint filers. Last year’s tax credit donations allowed us to extend Early Head Start services to 112 additional children, protect 800 children through our emergency placement services, expand our adoption program by 28% and unite 120 children with their Forever Families. childcrisisaz.org
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FLORENCE CRITTENTON For over 120 years, Florence Crittenton has been providing safety, hope and opportunity to countless girls, young women and their families. You can help continue to empower girls to rise above challenges, find their own voice and become successful women in our community. Two Tax Credit Programs = Double the Impact. “When I arrived at Girls Ranch, I was 16 years old and pregnant. I had been traumatized and didn’t have a safe place to call home. I’m in therapy and learning how to care for myself and my baby.” “I’m a first generation college bound student and happy to share I’ve been accepted into Barrett, the Honors College at ASU. I couldn’t have done it without the opportunity the Girls Leadership Academy had given me.” flocrit.org
STREETLIGHT USA STREETLIGHTUSA BELIEVES ARE NO THROW AWAY CHILDREN. Girls from our own neighborhoods are being sold like property. Some are homeless and have never had hope. Some are just like girls you know. Every one is worth saving. StreetLightUSA’s provides programs and services tailored to meet the individual needs of young girls who are at risk for or victims of child sex trafficking. Your support of StreetLightUSA helps transition adolescent girls from trauma to triumph through timely, accessible, crisis intervention and stabilization. Together we can help these girls find hope. We first address her needs, including medical, physical, spiritual, and emotional, follow by building trust and safety, and are then able to help her re-write her story, giving her a second chance at life.
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Because a better Arizona is everyone’s business. The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits would like to thank Arizona’s business and community leaders who give back to the community. Whether making a financial donation or giving the even more valuable resource of time and expertise, leaders who support Arizona nonprofits support all Arizonans. Business and community leaders can support their favorite nonprofits through board service or volunteerism. By serving on a nonprofit board or volunteering, business and community leaders of all disciplines can drive meaningful change and make our state a better place.
To learn more about or search for volunteer or board service opportunities, visit ArizonaNonprofits.org/Networking.
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BALSZ SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.31 Turn your state income tax dollars into a stronger education for some of Arizona’s most economically disadvantaged children! The Balsz School District serves approximately 2,400 children in the heart of our community, roughly bounded by Papago Park, Sky Harbor Airport and Thomas Road. Ninety percent of the students we serve are eligible for free or reduced lunch programs. The talented educators at our four schools are committed to ensuring these children receive the best education possible. Your contribution helps fund essential district educational programs and beneficial activities for children in need — 100 percent of your contribution goes to helping the quality of education in our district. Thank you for your support!
balsz.org
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CATHOLIC EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Catholic Education Arizona (CEA) began its mission in 1998; bringing hope, courage, and enthusiasm to Arizona’s children attending Catholic schools in the Diocese of Phoenix. CEA is now the oldest and largest Student Tuition Organization in the State of Arizona, serving the educational needs of children of every faith and culture living in our state. This is made possible by the generous tax credit contributions of individuals and corporations dedicated to providing an advanced and safe learning environment for predominantly needs based children. With a 99% graduation rate, supporting our schools is one of the best investment options with state tax dollars. 2017 tax credit limits are: $1,089 for individuals & $2,177 for married filers. Arizona C-corps, S-corps and insurance companies have NO maximum contribution limits. Thank you for your support!
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JEWISH TUITON ORGANIZATION The Jewish Tuition Organization (JTO) is a student tuition organization (STO) that provides need-based scholarships for children to attend six participating Phoenix area Jewish day schools. The JTO raises funds through Arizona’s dollar-for-dollar private school tuition tax credit available to both individuals and corporations. More than 90 percent of the funds raised are distributed through need-based scholarships. “Taking the credit simply redirects your Arizona tax liability to the JTO and the impact made on a child’s life is immeasurable,” says JTO Executive Director Linda Zell. “We see an increase in support each year as more individuals and corporations understand the benefit that taking the credit provides to children in our community,” says Zell. “We feel very fortunate to provide nearly 600 scholarships each year.
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