World Hunger Ecumenical Arizona Task Force Inc

Organization Overview

World Hunger Ecumenical Arizona Task Force Inc, operating under the name WHEAT World Hunger Education Advocacy and Training 4000 N 7th St Ste 118, is located in Phoenix, AZ. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (Q33) the organization is classified as: International Relief, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 12/2021, WHEAT World Hunger Education Advocacy and Training 4000 N 7th St Ste 118 employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. WHEAT World Hunger Education Advocacy and Training 4000 N 7th St Ste 118 is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, WHEAT World Hunger Education Advocacy and Training 4000 N 7th St Ste 118 generated $3.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 22.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.9m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 22.7% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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THE MISSION OF WHEAT IS TO EDUCATE, ADVOCATE, ENGAGE AND EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS TO ACTION IN THE FIGHT AGAINST HUNGER AND POVERTY. WHEAT'S MAJOR EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS INCLUDE HAND TO HAND, A FAIR TRADE INITIATIVE, THE CLOTHES SILO AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING & MENTORING.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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WHEAT'S EDUCATION PROGRAMS PROVIDE AWARENESS, ONGOING TRAINING AND TOOLS FOR ACTION IN THE FIGHT AGAINST HUNGER INCLUDING WORKSHOPS, PRESENTATIONS, SKILL BUILDING. PROGRAMS INCLUDE THE NORMA JOHANSEN HUNGER LIBRARY PROVIDING RESOURCES OF ALL KINDS, FREE OF CHARGE, FOR BOOK DISCUSSIONS, YOUTH MOTIVATION, TEACHING AND MORE. WHEAT'S TRAINING AND MENTORING PROGRAM PROVIDES HIGH LEVEL TRAINING, INCLUDING ON-THE-JOB TRAINING, WORKSHOPS, PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR THOSE WHO ARE UNEMPLOYED OR UNDEREMPLOYED. THIS JOB TRAININGS GIVES THE PARTICIPANTS MARKETABLE SKILLS TO BECOME GAINFULLY EMPLOYED. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES ICAN YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS, PROVIDING MENTORS TO YOUTH AT RISK, WHILE RECEIVING JOB EXPERIENCE, WORKSHOPS ON CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND FUTURE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. RECIPIENTS ARE LOW INCOME ARIZONA RESIDENTS. WHEAT ALSO PROVIDES SNAP OUTREACH AND APPLICATION ASSISTANCE AS WELL AS STAFFING THE EFSP NATIONAL PROGRAM IN ARIZONA.


WHEAT'S CLOTHES SILO PROVIDES FREE, PROFESSIONAL CLOTHING TO PEOPLE IN NEED WHO ARE ENTERING OR RE-ENTERING THE WORKFORCE. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES CLOTHING, AS WELL AS PERSONAL SHOPPERS WHO GIVE THE CLIENTS SPECIAL ATTENTION TO FIND JUST THE RIGHT OUTFIT FOR THE JOB INTERVIEW OR FIRST DAY ON THE JOB. THE PROGRAMS, STARTED IN 1985, ALSO PROVIDE SPECIAL NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES AND ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS FOR CLIENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. THE CLOTHING IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR MUCH-REDUCED, AFFORDABLE PRICES TO THE PUBLIC TO SUPPORT THE EXPENSES ASSOCIATE WITH THE PROGRAM AS WELL AS TO PROVIDE A GREAT SOURCE OF PROFESSIONAL WEAR FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LITTLE EXTRA TO SPEND ON ATTIRE OR WHO ARE THE KEEN ON SAVING DOLLARS WHILE SUPPORTING A GREAT CAUSE AND GETTING WONDERFUL CAREER WEAR. RECIPIENTS OF FREE SERVICES ARE LOW INCOME ARIZONA RESIDENTS REFERRED THROUGH PARTNER SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES; CUSTOMERS COME FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE INCLUDING DISCERNING SHOPPERS.


THE HAND TO HAND PROJECT, A FAIR TRADE INITIATIVE, IS ANOTHER OF WHEAT'S MAJOR EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS. IT INCLUDES THE FAIR TRADE STORE, MAKING FAIRLY TRADED GIFTS AND GOODS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC THROUGH PURCHASE WHILE HELPING THE ARTISANS AND FARMERS, LOCALLY AND GLOBALLY, BECOME SELF SUSTAINING, ABLE TO FEED, CLOTHE, SHELTER AND EDUCATE THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES. FAIR TRADE IS A VERY SUCCESSFUL AND POSITIVE WAY TO FIGHT HUNGER AND POVERTY, WORLDWIDE.


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$625,115
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $114,607
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$625,115
Total Program Service Revenue$3,312,533
Investment income $8,100
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $3,945,748

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, World Hunger Ecumenical Arizona Task Force Inc has awarded $2,950,974 in support to 6 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

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New York, NY

PURPOSE: Reimbursement of expenses for direct services provided to Asylum Seekers utilizing funding received from the SAHA and ARPA allocations from the EFSP program.

$1,848,918

Phoenix, AZ

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$367,198

MONTE VISTA BAPTIST CHURCH DBA MONTE VISTA CROSS CULTURAL CHURCH

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Phoenix, AZ

PURPOSE: Reimbursement of expenses for direct services provided to Asylum Seekers utilizing funding received from the SAHA and ARPA allocations from the EFSP program.

$268,258

ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

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Phoenix, AZ

PURPOSE: Reimbursement of expenses for direct services provided to Asylum Seekers utilizing funding received from the SAHA and ARPA allocations from the EFSP program.

$215,169

LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF THE SOUTHWEST

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Phoenix, AZ

PURPOSE: Reimbursement of expenses for direct services provided to Asylum Seekers utilizing funding received from the SAHA and ARPA allocations from the EFSP program.

$190,984

THE SALVATION ARMY

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Rch Palos Vrd, CA

PURPOSE: Reimbursement of expenses for direct services provided to Asylum Seekers utilizing funding received from the SAHA and ARPA allocations from the EFSP program.

$60,447
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that World Hunger Ecumenical Arizona Task Force Inc has recieved totaling $367,307.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
$367,198
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$109
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