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Azcend

EIN 86-0428780 · Chandler, AZ

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood74 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

AZCEND nourishes minds and bodies so that neighbors in need experience a brighter future.

Income
$6.4 million
Spending
$6.9 million
Spent on programs
95%
Reserves
4.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 65%
Employees
69
Volunteers
1,160
Highest pay
$166,400, chief executive officer

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 74 out of 100. Higher than 51% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 9% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 10% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    95% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    13 of 14 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (5)
  1. $2.6 million spent. Our food bank is one of the nations oldest food banks and is Chandlers largest basic needs service provider. The Food Bank provides emergency and supplemental food boxes to those in need. Food boxes are tailored to family size and special dietary needs (E. G. children and those experiencing homelessness). We partner with many community organizations to provide the food needed. (E. G. grocery stores, restaurants, food drives, civic organizations and in kind donations.)
  2. $1.7 million spent. The Senior Centers provide hours of camaraderie, intellectual stimulation, and nutritious meals to the frail, elderly, and disabled in the Chandler and Gilbert communities. In addition to serving a hot meal, both centers offer an array of activities, outings, workshops, classes, medical programs, transportation, referrals, and volunteer opportunities. The Organization also delivers meals and provides wellness checks to the elderly and disabled. The organization operates the local senior center for the Town of Gilbert and the senior meals program in the City of Chandler.
  3. $1.1 million spent. Neighborhood Assistance Services (NAS) provides emergency financial assistance to families including utility assistance, eviction prevention and benefits connection and referrals for shelter/housing, food and clothing. NAS also provides case management including goal planning, job training, employment and education referrals, financial education, free tax preparation and electronic filing, referrals to other services and programs, as well as follow up and ongoing support.
  4. $642,776 spent. HOMELESS AND HOUSING PROGRAMS:HOMELESS PROGRAMS PROVIDE HOT MEALS, MOBILE SHOWER UNITS, LODGING, AND OTHER VITAL SERVICES AIMED TO BREAK THE VICIOUS CYCLE OF HOMELESSNESS. ALSO INCLUDED IS THE INTERFAITH HOMELESS EMERGENCY LODGING PROGRAM (I-HELP) WHICH PROVIDES EMERGENCY SHELTER AND NUTRITIOUS MEALS FOR HOMELESS ADULTS, MALE AND FEMALE, THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH HOUSES OF WORSHIP AND OTHERS. THIS PROGRAM HELPS CONNECT GUESTS TO ADDITIONAL CASE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICES IN ORDER TO ASSIST IN MEETING THEIR NEEDS TO MOVE FROM HOMELESSNESS TO STABILITY.
  5. $563,263 spent. THE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER provides early childhood and family development in a safe positive environment. Programs include early literacy classes, parenting classes, health programs, and onsite programs from other partnering organizations. The Organization also holds an Operation Santa toy drive at the Center during the holidays.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since July 1984.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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