Nonprofit · EIN 88-2308669
EMPOWERING ARIZONA
Tax-exempt · SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85254
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $280,179 | $257,299 | $22,880 | $29,619 | $0 | $29,619 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $76,728 | $81,504 | -$4,776 | $6,173 | $0 | $6,173 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $280,179
- of which government grants
- $210,479
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $182,005
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Travel
- $20,894
- Program services (functional)
- $257,299
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $6,173
- Total assets, end of year
- $29,619
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $29,619
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $29,619
- Gross receipts
- $280,179
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 0
- Year formed
- 2022
- State of legal domicile
- AZ
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cynthia Roberts Davis | CFO Officer | 20 | $33,951 |
| Rossilee Patterson | Executive Director Officer | 20 | $31,745 |
| Cathy Clardy Patterson | CEO Officer | 20 | $31,113 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 3 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathy Patterson | CEO | 30 | $25,240 |
| Ross Patterson | Executive Director | 20 | $19,381 |
| Cynthia Davos | Chief Financial Officer | 2 | $1,730 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 10632 N SCOTTSDALE RD B597, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85254-6164
- Mailing address (990-N for 2025)
- 10632 N Scottsdale Rd B597, Scottsdale AZ 85254
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Cathy Clardy Patterson, 10632 N SCOTTSDALE RD, B597, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85254
- Principal officer (990-N for 2025)
- Cathy Patterson, 10632 N Scottsdale Rd B597, Scottsdale AZ 85254
- Signed the 990
- Cynthia Davis, CFO
- Phone
- (704) 962-2859
- Website
- empoweringaz.org
Mission
Empowering Arizona is a non-profit corporation dedicated to transforming lives. Accordingly, we will seek out opportunities in a broad range of sectors as long as they provide us the opportunity to impact lives in a positive manner. We are dedicated change agents seeking to educate, model, and develop and implement strategies that will improve the lives of those we serve.
Program accomplishments
- The organization received a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through the Empowering Arizona program to promote climate-smart agricultural practices among the next generation of producers. The program focused on partnering with schools and organizations serving socially disadvantaged communities that lacked the funding, resources, or expertise to implement or expand agricultural education. Through this initiative, the organization supported the launch and enhancement of multiple school- and community-based agricultural programs with an emphasis on conservation and sustainability. These programs provided students with practical experience and education in climate-resilient farming practices, contributing to long-term environmental stewardship and food security. Ther program installed 3 hoop houses.Expenses $169,919 · grants $200,375
- This program executed a comprehensive voter engagement plan in collaboration with various partner organizations across different regions and communities in Arizona. The organization supported initiatives focused on nonpartisan voter education, registration, and mobilization. Activities were conducted through multiple modalities, including in-person outreach, digital campaigns, printed materials, and community events, with a focus on underrepresented populations. The goal was to increase civic participation by equipping individuals with knowledge about the voting process and encouraging voter turnout. By leveraging organizations with varying spheres of influence, the program reached diverse populations and helped reduce barriers to civic participation.Expenses $54,347 · grants $60,000
- With support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture NRCS and Empowering Arizona, this project aimed to address food insecurity in underserved urban areas by establishing a community garden and greenhouse. The program focused on increasing access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables while also creating green spaces that promote neighborhood beautification and community interaction. This initiative aligned with USDA's urban agriculture priorities and the People's Garden Initiative. The program installed a community garden with a greenhouse. The completed garden now serves as a hub for education, food production, and community engagement.Expenses $12,086 · grants $10,014
- Voter education grantsExpenses $8,887 · grants $8,500
- The organization incurred operational expenses in support of its core programmatic activities. These included costs related to facilities, technology, supplies, and contract services essential for delivering educational content, coordinating community outreach, and supporting participants. Operational spending covered items such as venue rentals, software platforms used for virtual programming, printed materials, and staff travel directly tied to program delivery. These resources enabled the organization to fulfill its mission and extend its reach to a broader audience.Expenses $12,060
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990-N on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-N on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 88-2308669
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2022
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
- Category (NTEE)
- Public and societal benefit (W02)
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-N for 2025 Officer: Cathy Patterson | December 31, 2025 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2024 Officer: Cynthia Davis | December 31, 2024 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990 | December 2024 | $280,179 | $257,299 | $29,619 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $76,728 | $81,504 | $6,173 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: CATHY PATTERSON | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 88-2308669).
Questions about EMPOWERING ARIZONA
- What is the EIN of EMPOWERING ARIZONA?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of EMPOWERING ARIZONA is 88-2308669.
- Is EMPOWERING ARIZONA tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to EMPOWERING ARIZONA tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does EMPOWERING ARIZONA file?
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
- When is the next return of EMPOWERING ARIZONA due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did EMPOWERING ARIZONA last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-N for 2025 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of EMPOWERING ARIZONA?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Cathy Clardy Patterson.
- Who are the officers and directors of EMPOWERING ARIZONA?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 3 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $33,951 (Cynthia Roberts Davis, CFO).
- How much revenue does EMPOWERING ARIZONA have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $280,179, expenses of $257,299 and total assets of $29,619 at year end.
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