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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025 03.10 HHSC Agenda City of Apache Junction, Arizona Meeting location: City Council Chambers 300 E Superstition Blvd. Agenda Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Health and Human Services apachejunctionaz.gov Commission P:(480)982-8002 Doors are open to the public at least 15 minutes prior to the posted meeting start time. Monday,March 10,2025 3:00 PM City Council Chambers A. Call to Order B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Roll Call D. Consent Agenda 1. 2 -100 Consideration of approval of agenda. 2. 25-101 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of February 24, 2025. Attachments: 2025.02.24 HHSC Minutes E. Old Business F. New Business The Commission shall consider any business not yet considered.Arizona Open Meeting Law prohibits public comments at this time. 3. 2 -12 Interview of applicants for Health and Human Services funding for Fiscal Year 2026: Apache Junction CDC, Boys and Girls Club, Over-Flo Missions, and Superstition Food Bank. Attachments: AJ CDC Soya and Girls Club Over-Flea Missions Su erstition Community Food Sank Commissioner Scoring Sheet G. Information and Reports The chair at this time may announce information regarding activities involving Health and Human Services matters, such as, but not limited to attendance of commission members at community meetings or events, seminars or conferences, or upcoming events or conferences. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 31612025 Health and Human Services Agenda March 10,2025 Commission H. Staff Liaison's Report The City Clerk, members of City staff or those individuals designated by the Manager, may present information pertinent to items under consideration or information related to the operation of the City. 1. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose J. Adjournment Copies of this agenda and additional information regarding any of the items listed above may be reviewed from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays, at the City Clerk's Office located at 300 East Superstition Boulevard in Apache Junction,Arizona, 85119, telephone number is(480) 982-8002. The City of Apache Junction invites and welcomes people of all abilities to use our programs, sites and facilities. Specific requests may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office at(480)474-2617 or TDD(480)983-0095. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 2 Printed on 31612025 City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Agenda Item No. 1. File ID: 25-100 Sponsor: Evie McKinney Agenda Date:3/10/2025 Index: In Control: Health and Human Services Commiss Consideration of approval of agenda. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 3/6/2025 City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Agenda Item No.2. File ID: 25-101 Sponsor: Evie McKinney Agenda Date:3/10/2025 Index: In Control: Health and Human Services Commiss Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of February 24, 2025. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 3/6/2025 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Meeting location: City Council Chambers Meeting Minutes 300 E Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction,AZ Health and Human Services 85119 Commission apachejunctionaz.gov P:(480)982-8002 Doors are open to the public at least 15 minutes prior to the posted meeting start time. Monday,February 24,2025 5:00 PM City Council Chambers A. Call to Order Chair Brennan called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m B. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Brennan led the Pledge of Allegiance. C. Roll Call Present 6- Commissioner Brennan Commissioner Moeller Commissioner Danford Commissioner Smithson Commissioner Voisine Commissioner Mykland Absent 1 - Commissioner Wood Staff in Attendance: Evie McKinney Amy Greening D. Consent Agenda Commissioner Moeller moved,seconded by Commissioner Danford to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Yes: 6- Commissioner Brennan, Commissioner Moeller,Commissioner Danford, Commissioner Smithson, Commissioner Voisine and Commissioner Mykland No: 0 Absent: 1 - Commissioner Wood 1. 25-092 Consideration of approval of agenda. 2. 25-093 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of January 27, 2025. E. Old Business City of Apache Junction,Arizona Pagel Health and Human Services Meeting Minutes February 24,2025 Commission F. New Business 3. 25-076 Presentation and discussion on the applications submitted for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 funding. Commission members discussed the 5 applications that were submitted for funding for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The concerns they had included: 1. Apache Junction Community Development Corporation-fundraising, average cost per clean up, how many referrals from the City they received in 2024, confusion on expenses listed, and what the barriers are for not doing more projects. 2. Begin Again Homes-funding for Apache Junction residents only, confusion on how the emergency hotel stays are handled, no financial history, and what other funding they receive. 3. Boys and Girls Club-fundraising events and other grants received, retention of students, statistics listed for all of Arizona and not just Apache Junction, and what the funding will be used for. 4. Over-Flo Missions-timeline of when they will provide services, confusion on the budget and advertising of service. 5. Superstition Community Food Bank-funding from other cities, qualification process, seniors on the waiting list, size of food boxes per family, community partnerships and success of the holiday meal boxes. Board Liason Evie McKinney stated she would email the applicants the video of this meeting so they can be prepared for their presentations. She also notified the Commission that the Boys and Girls Club received a grant from the VFW for$11,000 last year. Ms. McKinney also went over the previous years funding Comparison Table and the Commissioner's scoring sheet. She informed the Commission that Horizon Health and Wellness declined the funding awarded last Fiscal Year. 4. 25-095 Consideration and Discussion on other duties the Commission is responsible for. Board Liason Evie McKinney suggested meeting after the funding recommendations have been completed to expand on additional Commission duties. G. Information and Reports H. Staff Liaison's Report I. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 2 Health and Human Services Meeting Minutes February 24,2025 Commission 5. 25-094 Discussion and possible time change for March 10, 2025 Special Meeting. Commissioner Moeller moved,seconded by Commissioner Mykland that the next Health and Human Services Commission Special Meeting be held on Monday, March 10,2025,at 3:00 p.m.in the City Council Chambers located at 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ. Yes: 6- Commissioner Brennan, Commissioner Moeller, Commissioner Danford, Commissioner Smithson, Commissioner Voisine and Commissioner Mykland No: 0 Absent: 1 - Commissioner Wood Board Liason Evie McKinney informed the Commission of a conflict with holding the next meeting on March 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. due to a regularly scheduled Public Arts Commission meeting. She suggested 3:00 p.m. on March 10, 2025. The Commission members agreed to this update. J. Adjournment Chair Brennan adjourned the meeting at 6:24 p.m Michael Brennan Chair City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 3 City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Agenda Item No. 3. File ID: 25-102 Sponsor: Evie McKinney Agenda Date:3/10/2025 Index: In Control: Health and Human Services Commiss Interview of applicants for Health and Human Services funding for Fiscal Year 2026: Apache Junction CDC, Boys and Girls Club, Over-Flo Missions, and Superstition Food Bank. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 3/6/2025 City of Apache Junction HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Request for Financial Assistance ' Application Cover Sheet Name of Agency: Apache Junction Community Development Corporation Mailing Address: 300 E. Superstition Blvd. Street Address: 300 E. Superstition Blvd. Phone: 480-474-5086 Agency Director: Dave Waldron, Board Chair Email Address: dave—waldron@live.com Direct Line: 480-250-0944 Project Manager: Steven Scott Email Address: stevenotisscott@gmail.com Direct Line: 720-810-2952 Project: Operating Expenses and Code Compliance Cleanup Needs Total Amount requested: $7,500 Population and number of people to be served: Residents of Apache Junction (2024 pop. reported as 42,000) who are elderly (34%), disabled (15%), veterans (14%), or living below the poverty line (12%). Page 4 of 11 Agency Description: Please provide a brief description of your organization's history, experience, and services provided. Please address the following: 1. Has your agency received funding from Apache Junction in the past? If yes: a. What was the year b. Amount, c. Project/Service d. How your agency met the expectations of the funding agreement. >> AJCDC has been in operation for over 20 years and has received funding from the City of Apache Junction for many years, including 2023 ($5,010) and 2024 ($3,937.50). This funding has been used primarily to provide operating expenses such as insurance; web page and applicable software such as the Give application; shared cloud document storage; and cell phone service. The funding is also used to procure needed services (such as dumpster service) as well as tools and supplies for our volunteers to use. So far in FY 2023-24, AJCDC has completed cleanup projects at S. Cedar, E. Kachina, S. Ocotillo, S. Main Dr., and W. Smoke Tree (please see quarterly reports for more detail). We have also provided additional assistance with dumpsters and cleanup services to three other neighborhoods: 1) Delaware and N. Pinyon 2) S. Plaza and Broadway 3) S. Cedar and W. 12 th Ave. and two city parks (Silly Mountain and Flatiron) as part of our October Make a Difference Day event. 2. Purpose of the agency >> The Apache Junction Community Development Corporation (AJCDC) was established in November 2002 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Our purpose is to support and improve the health and quality of life of residents of Apache Junction by combatting community deterioration through redevelopment. We work in neighborhoods to help those less fortunate to maintain their yards and property. AJCDC is committed to helping our community by focusing on initiatives that create positive change and strong neighborhoods. Through community outreach and partnerships within Apache Junction, including Pinal County islands within the city, AJCDC works to create a neighborhood- friendly atmosphere, helping local businesses to thrive. Mission: Working together to maintain and create safe affordable housing, support economic opportunities, instill a sense of community pride and commitment, and enhance the physical image of Apache Junction. Vision: Through community involvement, having a common and unified purpose to "Make a Difference" while providing conduits and assistance that enable a strong and sustainable community. Page 5 of 11 3. Type of agency >> AJCDC is a Community Development Corporation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. The purpose of community development corporations is to revitalize their neighborhoods and/or towns through community redevelopment, economic development, and social services. 4. Services provided The Apache Junction CDC offers cleanup assistance to homeowner/residents in Code Compliance cases, through removal of excess, dry or dead vegetation and weeds; removal of trash and refuse. This assistance is offered to any citizen who meets the criteria: elderly, disabled, veteran, and those living below the poverty line. AJCDC also hosts the annual Make a Difference Day event in Apache Junction, which includes neighborhood-scale cleanup opportunities as well as cleanup and trail improvements in local city parks such as Silly Mountain and Flatiron parks. AJCDC works with the City of AJ to transport Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) for those residents who are unable to transport it themselves (due to physical limitations or lack of financial ability), during the City's two HHW annual events. 5. Provide target population and demographic information on your current clientele to include percentage located within the City of Apache Junction >> Population and number of people to be served: Residents of Apache Junction (2024 pop. reported as 42,000) who are elderly (34% of AJ population), disabled (15% of AJ population), veterans (14% of AJ population), or living below the poverty line (12% of AJ population). 6. Explain how your agency will have adequate capacity to complete the project/service being requested. >> Over the past 12 months, AJCDC has added two new Board members who have great skills and long experience with both community development and management of volunteers. This will greatly offset Board losses over the past two years due to health concerns and other reasons. The CDC's ability to recruit volunteers and complete projects has been greatly enhanced. 7. Provide a list of your annual fundraisers and average amount raised. >> The AJCDC has not held any fundraising events. Our web page has a Donations section, which has been utilized by the public to a small extent. Page 6 of 11 8. Are you listed on the www.2llArizona.org website? >> No, but we are in the process of getting listed on this site; an application for listing has previously been submitted. 9. Have you participated in the following: a Project Connect event, a Health and Wellness Expo or the Apache Junction Community Resource Center in the past? >> No Project/Service Description: Please describe the proposed project/service to be funded. Please address the following: 1. Who will be served? >> Population and number of people to be served: Residents of Apache Junction (2024 pop. reported as 42,000) who are elderly (34% of AJ population), disabled (15% of AJ population), veterans (14% of AJ population), or living below the poverty line (12% of AJ population). 2. How will this project serve Apache Junction proper residents? >> The efforts made by AJCDC benefit many Apache Junction residents beyond those directly served. Due to the removal of debris and trash, neighboring properties experience a healthier environment. Property values are improved; neighborhood relations improve; neighborhood esthetics benefit; the neighborhood has fewer rats and other vermin; and, importantly, there is reduction of fire threat and better quality of life for the entire community and neighborhood. 3. What services will be provided? Cleanup assistance. The Apache Junction CDC offers cleanup assistance to homeowner/residents in Code Compliance cases, through removal of excess, dry or dead vegetation and weeds; removal of trash and refuse. This assistance is offered to any citizen who meets the criteria: elderly, disabled, veteran, and those living below the poverty line. Make a Difference Day. AJCDC also hosts the annual Make a Difference Day in Apache Junction, which includes neighborhood-scale cleanup activities in identified areas as well as quality of life improvements in local city parks such as Silly Mountain and Flatiron parks. Household Hazardous Waste assistance. AJCDC works with the City of Apache Junction to transport Household Hazardous Waste (NNW) for those residents who are Page 7 of 11 unable to transport it themselves, during the City's two HHW annual events and as needed. 4. What are the benefits? >> Due to the removal of debris, trash, and sometimes hazardous wasteneighboring properties experience a healthier environment. Property values are improved; neighborhood relations improve; neighborhood esthetics benefit; the neighborhood has fewer rats and other vermin; and, importantly, there is reduced fire exposure for the entire neighborhood. 5. Provide a timeline and who is responsible. >> From the time a candidate property and owner resident has been identified and accepted for assistance, AJCDC projects average 2-weeks start to finish. The Community Revitalization Project Manager is responsible to oversee this process. 6. Where will the services be provided? >> AJCDC provides services within the city limits /exterior boundaries of the City of Apache Junction, including County Islands within this perimeter. 7. How will you provide the services? >> AJCDC goes out to the identified location, with additional volunteers if appropriate, and performs a variety of services to remediate the identified issue as needed. 8. Are there any community partners in this project? If so, please list. >> AJCDC is proud and happy to list many valued community partners: Ace Hardware Genesis Project ADR Hardware True Value Handlebar Pub and Grill AJI Sporting Goods Ironhorse Seating AJ Mounted Rangers Hitching Post Saloon Austin Devel. & Construction Hard1knox Rox & Excavating Bank of America Jayrey Graphics City of Apache Junction Kulvert King Clear Title Agency of Arizona Linx Auto Body Dilly Dog Modern Woodman Insurance Dutson Law Firm, Ltd. Mountain View Lutheran Church Edward Jones — Magie Berizzi Planet Fitness Electric Panel Specialist Safeway Evans Family VFW Post 9399 Friends of Apache Junction Walmart Frito Lay And others have donated for shirts 9. What is the project/service and agency goals? Page 8 of 11 >> AJCDC has a goal of providing AJ Code Compliance with as much assistance as possible to remediate properties in distress. AJCDC also accepts requests for assistance from resident owners who meet the criteria (elderly, disabled, veterans, living below poverty level). We provide the same assistance to self-identified owner residents for property cleanup and household hazardous materials transport as possible. 10.How and will you sustain this project after the agreement has ended? >> AJCDC will continue to provide assistance to AJ residents who are in need, utilizing resources as they are available. Project/Service Budget: Provide a detailed project budget and narrative based on activities indicated above including: 1. Amount being requested: $7,500 2. Amount of funding provided by your agency (include source): >> All funding for AJCDC activities is provided by external grants and donations. 3. Amount of funding provided by partners (include source): >> For the previous 12 months, a total of$10,937.50 has been provided by partners: a. $3,937.50 grant funding from HHS b. $2,500 cash donation from Brookfield c. $1,500 cash donation from Republic Services d. $2,000 from Republic Services (in-kind donation) e. $1,000 from Kabat's Ace Hardware (in kind donation) 4. A detailed narrative of the costs >>Six quarters of costs and are provided below: complete FY 2023-24, and FY 2024-25 to date (Q1, Q2 completed). FY 2023724 Full Quarter I --------------------------- 7/31/23 Admin costs Business phone renewal $22.27 ---------- 7/31/23 Admin costs Zoom conference calling renewal $149.90 —------------- 8/17/23 Admin costs Give website application software $99.00 --- ---------------------------------- ---------- ------------------------------------------------------------ ---- -- ---- ------- -------- --------------------- -------------------------------------- -------- 9/20/23 Focal Point Commemorative brick $24.00 ------------------—--------------------- - --- ----- --------- ---- --- ---- ------ ----- --- 9/20/23 MADD t-shirts Volunteer t-shirts $2,347.40 $2,642.57 Quarter 2 - ------------ 1 0/3/2 3 MADD Shovels and gloves $335.00 10/3/23 MADD Pole saw/hedge trimmer $420.20 --------------- --- - - --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- ---- --------------------------------------------- ------------------ 10/3/23 MADD Shovels/rakes $435.00 10/10/23 Community Revitalization Tractor parts and Repair $657.62 10/10/23 Administration Wordpress forms: website forms $399.00 -------------------------------------------------- Page 9of 11 10/25/23 Community Revitalization Dumpster Fees $1,542.62 11/8/23 MADD Flatiron mural $500.00 -------------------------------- --- ------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -- ------------------ -- -- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------- --------------- 11/8/23 Administration Insurance payment $1,217.00 12/19/23 Administration AJ chamber of commerce dues $195.00 -—---- ----—---- —----- 12/19/23 Community Revitalization Tractor parts $33.00 12/19/23 Community Revitalization Wheelbarrow $20.36 —-------- --------- —------ t5--,-75480 Quarter 3 1/10/2024 Community revitalization Dump fees for 437 S Main $29.33 ------------ ----------- ----------- 1/10/2024 MADD Dumpster padlocks reimbursement $59.98 1/10/2024 Administration Trac phone usage plan fee $22.32 -------------- ----------------------------- 2/6/2024 Administration: Insurance insurance payment $918.00 3/4/2024 AZ corp commission corporate commission fee $10.00 -- --- --------------------- -- -- - ------- ----- ------------------------------------- -- ------------------------------------------------------------ --------------------------- 3/4/2024 Administration Trac phone usage plan fee $22.32 -- ---- ------------------------------------------- ---- --- $1,061.95 ------------------ ---------------- ------------------------------------------------------ Quarter 4 ------------------------- 4/22/2024 Administration Trac phone usage plan fee $22.32 ------------- —----- —------ $22.32 ------------------------------------ FY 2024725 To Date Quarter 1 ------------------------- 7/15/2024 Administration Zoom video conferencing software--- $159.90 ---------------------- --------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- --- ---------I------- -- --------------------------------------- - ------------------ 8/15/2024 MADD T-shirts for Make a Difference Day $1,502.31 -—-------- ---- --------------- -------- ---- -- ------- --------------------------------- 8/21/2024 Administration Give app for website $99.00 8/26/2024 Community Revitalization Dumpster fee for 1687 E 2nd Ave $343.14 $2,104.35 Quarter 2 - ----------------- 1 0/5/2 0 2 4 Administrative WP Forms for website $399.00 10/16/2024 Make a Difference Day Tools for Make a Difference Day event $633.45 - ---------- -- ----- ---- ---------- -------- --- ---------------------- ----- ------- ----------- ---- - ----- -------------------- -- ------ 10/21/2024 Administration: Insurance Insurance payment $1,217.00 10/24/2024 Administration: phone Trac Phone usage plan fee $22.13 ——-------------— 11/13/2024 Community Revitalization Dumpster fee for 822 E Kachina $33.61__�,,, —--—------------ 12/17/2024 Community Revitalization Dumpster fee for 822 E Kachina $11.87 --- ------ ------------------ -------- --------------- - -------------------- ------ ----- --- ------ ----- ----- --- ------------------------------------- --- ---------------------- 12/18/2024 Administrative Membership dues $195.00 --- ------- -------- --------- ------------------ --------------- 12/18/2024 Community Revitalization Dumpster fee for S Cedar $23.80 ———---------- $2,735.86 ------------------------------------ 5. What percentage of your agency's total annual budget is this funding request? Page 10 of 11 >> The requested $7,500 represents the total AJCDC annual budget for FY 2024-25 and would enable the agency to complete projects without additional funding. 6. Indicate if you would accept partial funding and if so, provide the minimum amount and how your project will change. >> AJCDC would accept partial funding, with the number of projects and amount of support offered to Code Compliance and the City directly tied to and impacted by the amount of funding. As an example, if funded to % of the request, or $5,625, AJCDC would be able to complete % of the planned Neighborhood, Make a Difference Day, and Household Hazardous Waste assistance projects for the fiscal year. Page 11 of 11 City of Apache Junction HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Request for Financial Assistance Application Cover Sheet Name of Agency: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley (BGCAZ) Mailing Address: 4309 E. Belleview Street, Building 14, Phoenix, AZ 85008-5409 Street Address: 4309 E. Belleview Street, Building 14, Phoenix, AZ 85008-5409 Phone: 602-943-8182 Agency Director: Marcia Mintz, President& CEO Email Address: marcia.mintz@becaz.org Direct Line: 602-954-8182 Project Manager: Heather Budzien, Vice President of Programs & Branches Email Address: heather.budzien@becaz.org Direct Line: 602-954-8182 Project: Boys & Girls Clubs for Apache Junction Youth Total Amount Requested: $35,000 Population and numberof people to be served: The Superstition Mountain Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs will serve 350 youth, ages 5- 18. 44% of Club members identify as persons of color; 38% come from families with less than $40,000 in income annually, 28% of those families live at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level; and 58% live with a single parent or adults other than biological parents, including members of the child welfare system. Agency Description: Please provide a brief description of your organization's history, experience, and services provided. Please address the following: 1. Has your agency received funding from Apache Junction in the past? Yes. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley has been a consistent recipient of funding from Apache Junction, for which we offer ou r th an ks. If yes: a. What was the year. Our most recent award is for FY24-25. b. Amount: $10,237.00 c. Project/Service:Academic Success at the Superstition Mountain Boys & Girls Club located in Apache Junction. d. How your agency met the expectations of the funding agreement. BGCAZ is meeting the expectations of funding through delivery of evidence-informed out-of-school-time programs to youth in Apache Junction. We remain timely in our required reporting and reimbursement requests. 2. Purpose of the agency Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley(BGCAZ) empowers young people,especially those who need us most, to reach theirfull potential as productive, caring, responsible members of the community. Ourvision is to be the premier out-of-school-time provider and leading voice for youth development in Arizona, ensuring youth and teens have the skills and resilience to navigate childhood successfully and prepare for adu Ith ood. BGCAZ provides evidence-informed youth development programs for youth, ages 5-18, providing Arizona youth with a safe, positive place to learn and grow. Offering services since 1946, BGCAZ supports 32 Club locations throughout the Phoenix metro area, Yuma, and Kingman. Each year, we serve over 12,000 Club members following the Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Formula for Impactto help youth achieve four Priority Outcomes, which are: • Academic Success, to keep youth on track for on-time high school graduation with a post-secondary plan in place. • Healthy Lifestyles, emphasizing the practice of food nutrition, physical activity, the connection between mind and body, and making good choices. • Good Character& Leadership encourages being an engaged community member and developing strong character. • Career Pathways & Workforce Readiness builds knowledge, skills, and learning experiences to prepare for the 21 st Century workforce and lifetime economic potential. 3. Type of agency Boy & Girls Clubs of the Valley is recognized by the Internal Revenue Services as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 4. Services provided Superstition Mountain Boys& Girls Club, located at 2805 S. Ironwood Drive, Apache Junction, 85120, is open to serve youth Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. when school is in session, with accommodation for early release days. When school is not in session, the Club is open for a full day from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Nutritious meals and snacks are provided. Youth are divided into age groupings and rotate through a variety of activities during the day, all focusing on one of the four Priority Outcomes areas. The Club day begins with a focus on Academic Success activities. During this time, youth can receive help with homework ortutoring in problematic subjects. Beginning with academics supports the school day's learning and develops a habit of completing work assignments prior to engaging in fun activities. Following this time, youth rotate through a variety of activities. In the Academic Success area, modules that focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) are offered to encourage interest in these areas in which many employment opportunities will exist foryoung people. Fifty percent of our program budget and Club time is spent in the Academic Success areas. Youth also can participate in individual or team sports as well as activities like cooking club to focus on developing Healthy Lifestyles habits to last a lifetime. In this priority area, we also focus on the connection between mental and physical health. Good Character& Leadership, through the examples set by Club staff and the relationships they develop with members, helps youth resist bullying and learn to treat everyone with respect. As youth age, they have opportunities to assume leadership roles and provide guidance to younger Club members. Members also engage in volunteer activities out in the community, further demonstrating their development of these desirable traits. Career Pathways & Workforce Readiness activities helpyouth explore their interests and talents and discover careers that match those attributes. Especially as they progress toward the high school years, basic employment skills, such as building a resume and interviewing for success are learned. Older youth can participate in job shadowing and paid internships to gain further experience. 5. Provide target population and demographic information on your current clientele to include percentage located within the City of Apache Junction. The Superstition Mountain Club, for FY25-26, will serve 350 members. Those served are between the ages of 5 and 18. Club members identify as persons of color (44%); 38% come from families with less than $40,000 in income annually, 28% of those families live at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level; and 58% live with a single parent or adults other than biological parents, including members of the child welfare system. Of the 350 youth served at the Superstition Mountain Club, 200 (57%) are residents of Apache Junction, with the balance coming from nearby communities. They are attending the Superstition Mountain Club primarily because of its proximity to parents'/guardians' employment. 6. Explain how your agency will have adequate capacity to complete the project/service being requested. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley has provided services since 1946. The Superstition Mountain Club is well established and an integral part of the community with strong partnerships with Apache Junction schools and the school district. Not only are we providing services to youth, we are also allowing parents/guardians to maintain employment knowing that their children are safe and sheltered from the temptations of unsupervised time. 7. Provide a list of your annual fundraisers and average amount raised. Annual fundraising events and average amount raised include: STARS $2,000,000 Avondale Cup $100,000 Yesteryear $40,000 Connect Brunch $100,000 8. Are you listed on the www.211Arizona.org website? Yes. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley is listed on www.211 Arizonaa r . 9. Have you participated in the following:a Project Connect event, a Health and Wellness Expo or the Apache Junction Community Resource Center in the past? Yes, BGCAZ has participated in the past. However, the COVID pandemic curtailed much of our outside activities in the interest of health and safety concerns. Project/Service Description: Please describe the proposed projec0service to be funded. Please address the following: 1. Who will be served? BGCAZ will provide services to any youth, ages 5 to 18, and their families. 2. How will this project serve Apache Junction proper residents? The youth of Apache Junction are served with quality youth development programs that keep them in school,tracking toward on-time high school graduation, and with a post-secondary plan in place. Additionally, youth are safe from the temptations of unsupervised time, reducing the potential burden on law enforcement. BGCAZ's fees are kept low to reduce the financial burden of childcare costs for low-to moderate-income families. If families are unable to afford our low fees, thanks to the philanthropic supportwe receive, BGCAZ can waive fees to ensure families are able to receive services. We have a commitment to never turn anyone away. Finally, the entire community receives benefit from BGCAZ services. A recent independent study, conducted by the Seidman Institute of the W.P. Carey Business School at Arizona State University, found that for every $1 invested in BGCAZ, $15.60 in social benefit is returned. 3. What services will be provided? BGCAZ provides evidence-informed, out-of-school-time youth development programming for youth ages 5 to 18. Services are available after school during the school year, with accommodation for any early release days, as well as over school breaks in a full-day schedule. Programming concentrates on the four Priority Outcomes as established by Boys & Girls Clubs of America, which are: 1)Academic Success, 2) Healthy Lifestyles, 3) Good Character& Leadership, and 4) Career Pathways & Workforce Readiness. 4. What are the benefits? Ultimately, BGCAZ strives to see youth grow into productive, caring, responsible members of the community. We believe that we accomplish this by guiding the development of youth through our four Priority Outcome areas, creating well- rounded individuals. Low-to moderate-income families in Apache Junction benefit by being able to seek or maintain employment, knowing their children are being cared for in a safe environment. The community of Apache Junction benefits through a positive return on investment. 5. Provide a timeline and who is responsible. BGCAZ programming is offered year-round,but generally coincides with the school year. Club members renew their membership annually each July before the start of the school year. Registrations of new Club members can occur at any time th rou gh ou t th e year. At the organizational level, BGCAZ is led by: • Marcia Mintz, President& CEO. Ms. Mintz has over 20 years of global and national corporate and nonprofit experience. She holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration and has been in her position since 2016. • Swati Webb, Chief Financial Officer& Vice President of Business Operations, ensures fiscal stability and long-range sustainability for BGCAZ's Clubs and programs with direct oversight of all financial, technology, human resources, and facilities functions. Ms. Webb has been with BGCAZ since 2005. • Heather Budzien, Vice President of Programs and Branches, is responsible for program delivery across all Club locations. She has been with the organization since 2008 in positions of growing responsibility and leadership and holds a Masters of Management degree. At the Superstition Mountain Club, Angela Davis serves as the Branch Director. Ms. Davis is responsible for all Club operations and for building relationships with Club members, parents, and the community. She has been in her position since 2013. 6. Where will the services be provided? Services are provided at the Superstition Mountain Boys & Girls Club, 2805 South Ironwood Drive, Apache Junction, Arizona, 85120. 7. How will you provide the services? Services are provided in-person at the Club location by qualified, trained staff. Transportation from area elementary schools is provided, in most cases, by the school. Middle and high school age students walk to the Club after school, as their campuses are in close proximity. 8. Are there any community partners in this project? If so, please list. BGCAZ is embedded in neighborhoods, making BGCAZ a community fixture. Our Clubs collaborate with local elementary, middle, and high schools to coordinate transporting youth to Clubs, sending Club announcements/advertising to parents, and working togetherwhen students participate in distance learning activities. We partner with several Police, Fire, and Parks and Recreation Departments to conduct safety workshops and engage youth in community services. Our Clubs are enthusiastic hosts to local sports teams, government officials, and other guests. We have partnerships with Apache Junction Mounted Rangers and a group of very dedicated Apache Junction residents, led by Connie Van Driel,who hostfundraisers to support the Apache Junction/Superstition Mountain Boys & Girls Club. 9. What is the projec0service and agency goals? Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley uses the results from the annual Boys & Girls Clubs of America's National Youth Outcomes Initiatives survey to set goals specific to each Club and for BGCAZ as a whole, coupled with a strategic plan regularly established by the Board of Directors and senior leadership. In these ways, we strive for continuous quality improvement of program services. Organizationally, we have set a goal for an annual growth factor of 10% of Club members through increased marketing efforts, as well as seeking opportunities to provide services in new communities and locations. In terms of goals for the youth served, BGCAZ has set the following principal outcome targets. • By June 30, 2026, 95% of Club members will indicate they are on grade level for their age as demonstrated by youth/caregiver self-report. • By June 30, 2026, 90% of Club members will indicate their intent to graduate high school as determined by responses to prompts on the National Youth Outcomes Initiatives survey conducted annually. • By Jue 30, 2026, 90% of Club members will report that they understand how their emotions influence their actions as determined by responses to prompts on the National Youth Outcomes Initiatives Survey conducted annually. The National Youth Outcomes Initiatives Survey is an anonymous survey conducted annually each spring by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Youth are asked to respond to a wide variety of prompts that assess theirfull Club experience. Data is collected by the national organization. Each summer, BGCAZ receives results reports for each individual Club as well as the organization as a whole. These results help guide our continuous quality improvement goals set for each Club and organization wide. 10.How and will you sustain this project after the agreement has ended? To sustain program services, BGCAZ follows a strategic and thoughtful fund development plan that consists of individual giving, corporate and foundation grant seeking, governmental contracts for service, and well-established special events. We actively use digital media to continue to share ourwork and success. BGCAZ is fiscally sound with a demonstrated ability to generate needed funds to not only sustain, but to grow, program services. With your consideration, we are confident in our ability to continue to do so. Project/Service Budget: Provide a detailed project budget and narrative based on activities indicated above including: 9. Amount being requested BGCAZ respectfully requests an award of$35,000 to support services to Apache Junction residents through the Superstition Mountain Club. 2. Amount of funding provided by your agency(include source) 3. Amount of funding provided by partners (include source) Line Item Apache Other Sources Sources of Junction Funds Salaries $35,000 $342,038 Contracts, philanthropy, events, fees for service ERE $82,764 Contracts, philanthropy, events, fees for service Professional Fees & $87,351 Contracts, Contracts philanthropy, events, fees for service Specific Assistance for $3,586 Contracts, Individuals philanthropy, events, fees for service Communications $4,383 Contracts, philanthropy, events, fees for service Supplies/Equipment $98,676 Contracts, Rental/Maintenance philanthropy, events, fees for service Occupancy (Rent Utilities $53,976 Contracts, Building & Grounds) philanthropy, events, fees for service Advertising, Printing, $23,161 Contracts, Publications philanthropy, events, fees for service Travel/Meetings/Conferences $17,744 Contracts, philanthropy, events, fees for service Membership Dues/Supportto $7,570 Contracts, Affiliate Organizations philanthropy, events, fees for service Non-Payroll Insurance $14,410 Contracts, philanthropy, events, fees for service Other $3,894 Contracts, philanthropy, events, fees for service TOTAL $35,0001 $739,553 4. A detailed narrative of the costs The total club budget is $774,553 (the total of funds requested from Apache Junction and other funds)covering the following: Salaries: $377,038 (total) will support direct program staff salaries ERE: $82,764 includes taxes and other Employee Related Expenses for direct service staff. Professional Fees and Contracts: $87,351 covers contracted sports regulators (referees, etc.) and contracted staff through Terros Health for Behavioral Health Technicians embedded in Clubs to facilitate our Whole Child Approach focusing on mental and emotional wellness. Specific Assistance for Individuals: $3,586 represents reduced Club fees and organized sports fees paid on behalf of Club members whose families experience financial hardship. Communications (phone, fax, modem, postage): $4,383 for phone, internet, and copying. Supplies/Equipment Rental and maintenance: $98,676 for direct service program supplies, including foods for healthy meals and snacks, building maintenance, and equipment. Occupancy: $53,976 covers the cost of building occupancy including utilities. Advertising: $23,161 covers printing and website upkeep. Travel/Meetings/Conferences: $17,744 covers cost of transportation for Club activities as well as costs for staff training. Membership Dues: $7,570 covers the allocation of costs to remain affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of America Non-Payroll Insurance: $14,410 includes liability and other non-payroll insurance. Other Expenses: $3,894 includes miscellaneous expenses not otherwise classified. 5. What percentage of your agency's total annual budget is this funding request? With an annual operating budget of$29,159,573, this request represents less than 1% of our total budget. We are seeking a contribution of 4.5% of the Superstition Mountain Club Budget. 6. Indicate if you would accept partial funding and if so, provide the minimum amount and how your project will change. Yes, BGCAZ would accept partial funding. If you are unable to grant the requested amount, we respectfully request consideration of a minimum award of$15,000. While the services provided would not change, BGCAZ would be burdened to increase fundraising activitiesto make upfor the shortfall.Thankyou for your careful consideration and for partnering with us for the positive development of Apache Junction youth. Required Documentation* per Ordinance No. 659: 1. Most recent audit report 2. Most recent financial statement 3. Detailed expenditure statement to include detailed accounting for all previously received City funds (if applicable) 4. Source and amount of funding received from all other sources (non- governmental agencies; membership fees and dues; private contributions; fundraising) 5. Source and amount of funding received from other governmental agencies 6. Client services provided as applicable to City residents (may not apply in all cases) 7. Proof of non-profit status (IRS determination) 8. Proof of corporate status to include copies of by-laws and Articles of Incorporation 9. Source and amount of funding received from other governmental agencies 10. Names and addresses of all current board members of agency governing board *Please note — all the requested documents are required for your project to be considered forfunding. City of Apache Junction HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Request for Financial Assistance s Application Cover Sheet Name of Agency: Over-Flo Missions Mailing Address: P.O. Box 50848 Mesa, AZ, 85209 Street Address: Phone: (480) 606-2049 Agency Director: Denise Carter Email Address: info a overflomissions.com Direct Line: (480) 650-9576 Project Manager: Sheeba Swyter Email Address: sheeba.swyter@gmail.com Direct Line: (480) 417-9921 Project: Desert Chapel Community Feast Total Amount requested: $4,000 Population and number of people to be served: Working with lower-income and homeless families, Veterans, and those who are experiencing hunger. We serve 100- 200 people each quarter of the year located in Apache Junction. Agency Description: Please provide a brief description of your organization's history, experience, and services provided. Please address the following: a. Has your agency received funding from Apache Junction in the past? No, we have not received funding from Apache Junction. What was the year b. Amount, None c. Project/Service None d. How your agency met the expectations of the funding agreement. Over-Flo Missions has not received funding from Apache Junction in the past. Purpose of the agency-Over-Flo Missions is a faith based non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We are built on Biblical principles: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. We have been an active non-profit organization established November 2, 2014 that works to promote awareness of hunger insecurity. Received 501c3 May 11, 2016 Over-Flo Missions' purpose is to be a community organization supporting individuals and families re-establishing their lives. We provide meals, water, personal hygiene packages, and other resources that help individuals and families during their temporary situation. We also support other organizations by assisting and helping them prepare and serve meals. Working TOGETHER we can eliminate out homelessness one person at a time. Our purpose is to bring awareness to hunger and homelessness and help to resolve it. This is our way of advocating and being a voice for those in need. Awareness +Advocating =Action. Hunger can take your voice: Be a voice of power and help! 2. Type of agency-Non-profit 501(c)(3) organization 3. Services provided-Providing emergency food boxes to those in need, serving meals to those in need, partnering with other organizations (A New Leaf, Sun Life Medical, Mesa Chamber, non-profits, churches, etc.) to provide education about hunger as well as resources (food boxes, water bottles, snack bags, hygiene bags). 4. Provide target population and demographic information on your current clientele to include percentage located within the City of Apache Junction.-Our target population is those who are experiencing food insecurity and require resources. We serve 33% of clientele from Apache Junction. 5. Explain how your agency will have adequate capacity to complete the project/service being requested.-We utilize our board members as well as volunteers to prepare the meals for Desert Chapel. We would shop for the ingredients to prepare the meals for 100-200 people each quarter. Our agency has their food handler's cards which are currently active. 6. Provide a list of your annual fundraisers and average amount raised.-We currently accept donations via food drives, individual donations, and a few local grants. We do not have an annual fundraiser at this time. We plan to have an annual fundraiser for 2025 and are in the planning stages. 7. Are you listed on the www.211Arizona.org website? Yes 8. Have you participated in the following: a Project Connect event, a Health and Wellness Expo or the Apache Junction Community Resource Center in the past? We have participated in 2 separate Health and Wellness Expos, both in Mesa in the past. We would be open to participating in the Apache Junction Community Resource Center in the future, Project/Service Description: Please describe the proposed project/service to be funded. Please address the following: 1. Who will be served? We will be serving 100-200 people in need once a quarter. 2. How will this project serve Apache Junction proper residents? The event takes place at Desert Chapel Church located in Apache Junction and residents who attend all live in Apache Junction. 3. What services will be provided? We will provide meals and some dry packaged foods to those who are in need. The church also provides a barber who provides free haircuts. 4. What are the benefits? Feeding those who are in need in the community. 5. Provide a timeline and who is responsible. We serve in partnership with the church 4 times a year. We are hoping to provide the feast in the following months in 2025: May, August, October, & November 6. Where will the services be provided? Desert Chapel Community Church In Apache Junction. 7. How will you provide the services? We will have our board members and volunteers as well as church volunteers to serve the meals. 8. Are there any community partners in this project? If so, please list. We partner with the church to provide the location as well as the barber. 9. What is the project/service and agency goals? We hope to serve as many meals as we can to the Apache Junction community each time that we serve. 10.How and will you sustain this project after the agreement has ended? We have been working on this project since 2022 3-4 times each year. We can use donations that are made to us via food and monetary from our donors. Additional funds will help us to increase the number of times that we host this event. Project/Service Budget: Provide a detailed project budget and narrative based on activities indicated above including: 1. Amount being requested-We are requesting $5,000 total. 2. Amount of funding provided by your agency (include source)-We will solicit donations from our donors which come from individuals and some small businesses as well as local grants (such as Hohokam). 3. Amount of funding provided by partners (include source)-We will supplement based on the cost of the meal that we choose to prepare but it is typically $400- $600 per meal. 4. A detailed narrative of the costs-The costs are primarily for the meals that we are serving (for the ingredients). Additionally, we purchase dry packaged foods to provide to the community. 5. What percentage of your agency's total annual budget is this funding request? 50%. 6. Indicate if you would accept partial funding and if so, provide the minimum amount and how your project will change. Yes, we would accept partial funding, we may need to serve less meals as a result but are thankful for any help that can be provided. City of'Apache Junction SERVICESHEALTH & HUMAN 1 1 y Request for Financial t nc Application Cover Sheet Name f Agency; Superstition Community Food Bank (Apache Junction each Out, Inc. Mailing Address: 57 Idaho Road, ,Apache Junction, AZ 85119 Street Address. 575 N Idaho Road, , Apache Junction, 5 g Phone'. g§ 5 Agency Director- Eft Arridl Email Address: erik,arriola@superstitionfoodbank.org, Direct Line: 480-233-6680 ProjectManager* Erik Arriola Email Address. erik.ardola@superstitionfood.org Direct Lime: 5 g Project: The Superttition Community Food Bank is requesting funds to purchase food to support our overall rc min , including: Emergency Food Program Holiday Box Program Student Backpack Food Program Total Amount requested: Population and number of people to be served:; Total overall served in 2 2 : 44,301 Total population served (Apache Junction, L i Agency Description: Meese provide a brief description of your organization'organization's history, experience, and services provided: Since 1983, the Superstition Community Food Bank has seared thousands of people in East Valley communities. We are a community food bank that aids individuals and families facing food insecurities in Apache Junction; Gold Canyon, Northwest Pinal County, and East Mesa. Driven by a smell, but passionate staff, supported by an engaged, committed Board rd and e team of enthusiastic, energetic volunteers, everyone involved with Superstition Community Food Bank works together to provide`food to feed the hungry in our community. Please address the following. 1. s your agency received funding from Apache Junction in the past? If`yes. s. What was the year b. Amount;, c. Project/Service . How your agency met the expectations of the funding agreement.. We are grateful for the support , have received in the past from the City of Apache Junction. Most recently, we wereawarded ,2 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The monies awarded have been used to purchase food for the following programs- * Emergency Food Holiday Food Student Backpack. Because e only use the monies awarded to purchase food, we have been successful' in meeting the expectations of the funding agreement between the Food Bank and the City of Apache Junction. 2. Purpose of the agency The purpose f the Superstition Community Food Bank is to provide Food Assistance t those struggling to place food on the table for themselves or their families. Our Mission Together with our volunteersCommunity communitiesBank provides food services to qualified Individuals and families in East Valley dignity. . Type of agency We are a Communityd Bank, started in 1981and incorporated in 1983. 4, Services provided The SuperstitionCommunity Food Bank Provides- 4- Emergency Food Assistance-This program is just what it sounds like. We dive individuals and families food to help them get by. Qualified clients can visit twice e month to receive a variety of groceries including di eat, breed, canned goods, other non-perishable food items and fresh fruits vegetables. available, they can also receive milk, cheese, and eggs, This program helps those having to make the difficult choices of paying rent, utilities, medicine, or medical care vs. putting food on the table, We have heard time and again how this program is the reason folks are able to have y food in their house. This is our largest p i served 44,313 individuals Ire 2023. -tom The CommodI4l r l " works to improve the health of low-income o persons t least 60 years of age by supplementingtheir diets with nutritious USDA Foods. Once a month, those that are on our senior program core for an additional food box filled with high protein, fiber, and nutrient dense food, Because of thei overwhelming ne d and'popularity of this program we currently have waiting list. We currently have 140 seniors on our Active List and 4 ° seniors on a waitingI t 4- Holiday Boxes- Holidays can be a depressing time f year for those facing food insecurities, We try to lift the spirits of our clients by offedng holiday axes for Easter, 0 f July, Thanksgiving and Christmas. We include the main dish like hot dogs, a turkey r a ham.. d then throw In the rest of the festive fix'ns, Our goal is to bless 300 families for each holiday listed: t Student Backpack Food Program- e have partnered with Apache Junction Unified Sdh l ;District S to provide "backpacks" of food t students enrolled in this program, A student can self-enroll, be parent enrolled or have a teacher or school staff enroll theme it they realize a need for weekend food assistance is needed. Many rely on daily breakfast and lunch provided by their schools, sometimes their only source of food. Specialn a Junction ecr tics -to serve seniors that ride the ah r le van to the multigeneration center. We provide Emergency Food A and Senior Commodity Supplemental Food Program . • Apache Junotion Policet- provided "Shop with a Cop: families lolidMeal Box (with am for Christmas, partnering once again with the Apache Junction Unified; School District to sponsor families for the holidays, to provided Thanksgiving givi i Boxes (with turkeys) to over 100 elementary school families. this time our partnership focuses on hourly employees of the school district. Dudng vacation breaks, hours are reduced for hourly employees, Due to the loss of hours, some employees need the assistance of the Food Bank to make ends meet and place food on the table. 5. Provide target population and demographic information on your current clientele to include percentage located within the City of Apache Junction 2024 Statistics the Junction ONLY) 117, 85118, 85119, 85120, 85178) Individuals 26,331 Households 10,805 07 of our overall clientele are from Apache Junction 1 served are children ( 1 2 served are seniors 5. Explain hoer your agency will have adequate capacity to complete the proectfdervie berg requested. We e asking`n for monies to assist us with purchasing food for the programming we beady provide to the community. e use we already provide these programs, we are confident that we can fulfill and complete the projects/services. 7, Provide a list of your annual fundraisers and the average amount raised. We hold an Annual Charity GolfTournament to benefit the Superstition Community Food Bank. Unfortunately, we have seen the amount f ndrai ed slowly decline. , 556.81 total Net Revenue $18,589.81 total Net Revenue We are unsure if we will continue to hold this fundraising event. Are here too many other organizations doing golf tournaments? Is the economy and inflation becoming too much to splurge on a nice golf outin t has becoming increasingly difficult to sell out our tours et and those that ply have spent or donated less. As you can see our profits from this event continue to decrease. 8. Are you listed on the www.21IArizona.org ebsite? The Superstition Community Food Bank is listed on the 211 Arizonaweb site, and w update our information annually. In addition, we are also listed on the Arizona Food Bank Network website. . Have you participated in the following- e Project Connect event, e Health and Wellness Expo or the Apache Junction Community Resource Center in the pest? The Superstition Community Food Bank is an active participant in the,annual Project Connect event sponsored by the Apache Junction forceless Coalition, We also participate in other City events to make the community aware of our existence and programs ere here at the Food Bank. We also partner with American e ion 27 and VFW 7968 at their Veteran Stand Down events. It's important that Veterans know we are also resource for them as well, ProjectfService Description: Please describe the proposed project service to be funded. Please address the following: Thy Superstition Community Food Bank is requesting money to purchase food to support our overall programming, including: • Emergency Food Program • Holiday o ro ram • Student Backpack Food Program . Who will be served? We will continue to serve Apache Junction,' old Canyon, Northwest Final County, and East Mesa, 2. w will this project serve Apache Junction proper residents?' of our overall clientele are from Apache Junction proper, 2024 Statistics (Apache Junction 85120, & 85178) • Individuals 26,331 • Households 10,805 . What services will be provided? The Superstition Community vanity Food BankProvides: Emergencyi This program is just what it sounds life. e give individuals and families food to help them get by. Qualified clients:: can visit twice a month to receive a variety of groceries including meat, bread, canned goods, other non-perishable food items and fresh fruits vegetables. When available, they can also receive milk, cheese, and eggs: This program helps those having to make the difficult choices of paying rent, utilities, medicine, or medical care errs. putting food on the table. We have heard time in how this program is the reason folks are able to have any food in their house, This is our largest program served 44,313 individuals in 2024a mot- The Commodity Supplemental Food Programworks to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years f age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods. Once a month, _ those that are on our senior program can come for an additional food box filled with high protein, fiber, and nutrient dense food. Because of the overwhelming need and popularity of this program we currently have d waiting list. We currently have 14 seniors on our Active List and 4 +- seniors n a waiting list, 4- Holiday Boxes- Holidays can be a depressing time of year for those facing food insecurities. We try to lift the spirits of our clients by offering holiday boxes for Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas. We include the main dish like hot dogs, a turkey or a ha ...and then throw in the rest of the festive 'n . Our goal is to bless 300 families for each holiday list Student Backpack Food Program- e have partnered with Apache Junction Unified School District A US to provide "backpacks" of food to 252 students enrolled in this program. A student can self-enroll, be parent enrolled or have a teacher or school staff enroll them if they realize a need for weekend food assistance is needed, Many rely on daily breakfast and lunch provided by their schools, sometimes their only source of food. SpecialPartnerships.- • Apache Junction ParksRecreation-to serve seniors that ride the shuttle van to the multigeneration center. We provide Emergency Food and Senior Commodity Supplemental Food Program • Apache Junction Police t provided "Shop with a Cop"'` families a Holidayl (with Ham) for Christmas. • d partnering once again with the Apache Junction Unified School District to sponsor families for the holidays, We provided Thanksgiving Meal Boxes (with turkeys) to over 100 elementary school families, this time our partnership focuses on hourly employees of the school district. During vacation breaks, hours are reduced for hourly employees, Due to the loss of hours, some employees need the assistance of the Food Bank to makeends meet and place food on the table. . What are the benefits? Apache Junction residents struggling with food insecurity will benefit from these programs, direct benefit is that people have food to eat. A secondary'benefit is that people can put the money they normally would have used to purchase food towards other expenses such as rant, utilities, medical or transportation. We hope that this extra assistance will id in keeping them in their homes, jobs and healthy, . Provide a timeline and who is responsible. Because of when the school year begins, we normally spend monies for the backpack program in August or September. We try to spend the rest of the monies throughout the fiscal year with many funds being spent during the holiday season. The Executive Director is directly responsible for all programming t the Food Bank and food purchases. 5. Where will the services be provided`' Our services are provided directly at the Food Bank. The exceptions are- • Student Backpack Food Program, where we deliver tilled backpacks directly to Four Peaks Elementary and Desert Vista Elementary Schools weekly. • "Shop with a Cop" program where we brought the participants their Holiday Boxes to the Apache Junction Multigenerational Center in our refrigerated box tru • Holiday Boxes t ilies at Four Peaks Elementary and Desert Vista Elementary drools where we brought and distributed from our refrigerated box trek: 7. How will you provide the services? The n will continue to provide our services as normal, Emergency Food Distribution (weekly): Monday: : p' : pin Tiles : p : p Thursday- :g pin : p Friday: : :g pm Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) (Seniors Thursday of the Month Holiday Box Distribution, worst have voucher to participate)* Easter, , 4/12/2025 4th f duly: dig; 7f 7r (normal distribution; no voucher needed) Thanksgiving: 22 Christmas. 12120/2025 Student Backpack Food Program *Weekly during the school year. . Are there any community partners in this project? if so, please list. The Food Bank will continue to partner with Apache Junction Parks & Recreation, Apache Junction Unified School District, Apache- uctic lice Department. g. What is the project/service and agency goals? The Superstition CommunityFood Bank is requesting money to purchase food to support our overall programming, i cluding • Emergency Food Program • Holiday Box Program • Student Backpack Food Program Our Agency goal is to assist as many individuals and families as poihl , We will continue to build community partnerships to help spread our programming in hopes of, reaching everyone facing food insecurity and hunger. We will continue to have a goal of distributing g0 Holiday Boxes to families for Easter, 4th f July, Thanksgiving and Christmas, We have a goal to addadditional 2 Apache Junction elementary schools to the Student Backpack Food Program. Currently, Peralta Trails Elementary School ill and Avalon l ch l c lihur chock) have students in need and are waiting to be added to this pry 10. , and will you sustain'this project after the agreement has ended? We will continue to seek funding from other grants, organizations and private donors t sustain the programs r at the Food Bank. We do not plan to stop offering our services and programming to the communfty if or when our agreement with the City of Apache Junction has ended. ProjectlService Provide a detailed project budget and narrative based on activities indicated above including* 1. Amount being requested The Superstition Community Food Bank is requesting $75,000 to purchase food to support our overall programming, including: • Emergency Food Program • Holiday Box Program • Student Backpack Food Program 2. Amount of funding provided by your agency (include source) The Superstition Community Food Bank has an Annual Budget of$2,801,750. This includes funding from: grants, organizations, churches, businesses, schools and private donors, This total also includes in-kind donations from the "Food Rescue" program and all food drives. This total also includes the in-kind donation of"Rent"for our building from Pin al County, 3. Amount of funding provided by partners (include source) We ask for and receive no fundingfrdrn Dartnenrbg_ggenctes, ie., Apache Junction Parks & Recreation, Apache Junction Unified School District, Apache Junction Police Department. These partnerships are to help us reach those vulnerable individuals that CANNOT make it to the Food Bank on their own, We will continue to work with the community to identify more partner-ships to help us with our goal of reaching more individuals in need. al�cont�ributi�ons�fromMRoyur_partSri an Network or United Food Bank. 4. A detailed narrative of the costs This question is difficult to answer. Because we receive food donations and hold food drives throughout the year, our need for certain items is always changing depending on donations or how well the food drive was received, We always shop for the best pricing available when purchasing food. Please see attached supporting documentation to view how we have used past grant funds. AJ City HHS Grant 2023-204 Usage Report 5. What percentage of your agency's total annual budget is this funding request? The amount we, are requesting equals to 2.7% of the Food Bank's 2025 Annual Budget. 6. Indicate if you would accept partial funding and if so, provide the minimum amount and how your project will change. We are open to accepting partial funding. However, this would probably prevent the Food Bank from expanding our reach and services. This would include the ability to add Peralta Trails &Avalon Elementary schools to the Student Backpack Food Program. With that said we a ratefull to receive any amount of assistance from the Ci+%, RtAR!gh!.�� Thank you for your time and consideration. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions. With gratitude, Erik Arriola Executive Director, Superstition Community Food Bank Superstition Community Food Bank 676 N Idaho Road, to 701 Apache Junction, AZ 85119 Supe rani onFoodBank.org 480-983-2995 (office) 480-233-6680 (cell) erik.arriola@superstitionfoodbank.org Health and Human Services Funding Applications 2025 Identified Compliant with Demonstrated Detailed Proposal Performance Is a Community previous HHSC Recommended Funding request Project Problem Identified Community Need Provided Measures Partner funding Funding Amount Apache Junction Community Development operating Corporation $ 7,500.00 Expenses Temp Shelter/Eviction Begin Again Homes $ 80,000.00 prevention Youth Program Boys and Girls Club of the East Valley $ 35,000.00 Staff Over-Flo Missions $ 4,000.00 Community Feast Superstition Food Bank $ 75,000.00 Purchase food $ 201,500.00 0 Commissioner Name: