2015 APPLICATIONS 8.PDF

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General information
General information | Organization Duet:Partners in Health and Aging
General information | Contact First name Claire
General information | Contact Last name West
General information | Contact e-mail grants@duetaz.org
General information | Contact phone number 602 274 5022
Address
Address | Street 555 W Glendale Avenue
Address | City Phoenix
Address | State Arizona
Address | ZIP Code 8 5 0 1 2
From what tribe is the organization requesting the grant?
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Total grant amount request
$9000
The Gila River Indian Community offers multi-year awards. If your organization is requesting a
multi-year grant for this project or program, enter the amount to be requested each year.
Amount
Year 1 $
Year 2 $
Year 3 $
Year 4 $
Year 5 $
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IRS Department or the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
P.O. Box 2508, Room 4010 In reply refer to: 4077556534
Cincinnati OH 45201 Sep. 22, 2009 LTR 4168C 0
74-2370522 000000 00
00025918
BODC: TE
DUET PARTNERS IN HEALTH & AGING INC
555 W GLENDALE AVE
PHOENIX AZ 85021-8763
005227
Employer Identification Number: 74-2370522
Person to Contact: SHARON LENARD
Toll Free Telephone Number: 1-877-829-5500
Dear Taxpayer:
This is in response to your request of Aug. 28, 2009, regarding your
tax-exempt status.
Our records indicate that a determination letter was issued in
November 1985, that recognized you as exempt from Federal income tax,
and discloses that you are currently exempt under section 501(c)(3)
of the Internal Revenue Code.
Our records also indicate you are not a private foundation within the
meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because you are described in
section(s) 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi).
Donors may deduct contributions to you as provided in section 170 of
the Code. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts to you or
for your use are deductible for Federal estate and gift tax purposes
if they meet the applicable provisions of sections 2055, 2106, and
2522 of the Code.
If you have any questions, please call us at the telephone number
shown in the heading of this letter.
Sincerely yours,
Cindy Westcott
Manager, EO Determinations

Duet
Partners hi Health &Aging 555 West Glendale Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85021
Ms. Selena Castaneda
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Tribal Council Secretary
P.O. Box 17779
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
March 1, 2015
Dear Ms. Castaneda:
On behalf of Duet: Partners in Health and Aging, thank you for the opportunity to apply for Proposal 202 funding through the Arizona
Benefits Fund. We are grateful for the work you do for the community. Please find our application letter and support materials. We
request $9,000 in funding for a program that impacts the lives of hundreds of elders each year. Congregational Health Services -
Bridging Faith and Health provides older adults of many faiths with health interventions including diabetes screening, blood pressure
screenings, and health counseling. A grant will contribute to 6,400 screenings, and help to fund trainings for nurses who wish to begin
or to continue health programs throughout Maricopa County. Duet is a non-profit, interfaith organization whose mission is to promote
health and well-being through a broad range of community-based services for homebound elders and adults with disabilities,
caregivers, faith communities, and grandparents raising grandchildren. Duet was founded in 1981 with the vision that more needed to
be done to help older adults struggling to live independent and meaningful lives, even as their needs increased.
Name and contact information for local government entity that will accept and disburse funds to a non-profit or the contact information
for the applying city, town or county: Maricopa County Government Relations, Amanda Nash, Legislative Analyst, 301 W. Jefferson,
10th Floor, Phoenix AZ 85003, nasha001@mail.maricopa.gov (602) 506-4485 (o) (602) 214-9019 (m)
Organization name, address and main point of contact: Organization Name: Duet: Partners in Health and Aging; Address: 555 W.
Glendale Ave, Phx, AZ 85021; Contact Name: Nancy Knoche, Director of Development, knoche@duetaz.org ; Phone: 602 274 5022;
website www.duetaz.org
• Description of proposed program or project-is this a new or continuing program or project:
Through the Congregational Health program, Duet reaches out to the community by teaching registered nurses (RNs) who wish to
combine their professional skills with their faith how to promote health and well-being in their respective faith communities. Duet
brought the concept of faith community nursing to Arizona in 1994, and is the only entity in the state offering courses that provide RNs
the training and certification to become faith community nurses. In Maricopa County there are 1,582 faith communities. There are 77
active congregational health communities around the state. Duet's participating congregational health programs provide services to
individuals throughout Maricopa County, with a concentration in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. Trainings are provided both in
and outside Maricopa County, twice a year. The impact that each faith community nurse makes is significant. Through Duet, more than
63,900 health interventions were provided free-of-charge through participating congregational health programs in 2014. In each
congregation, interventions include health screenings, advocacy, exercise and health education classes, personalized health
counseling, and more, to seniors in need of caring attention, and to community members of all faiths, backgrounds and ages. Faith
Community Nurses (FCN) average 850 interventions annually. What is a congregational health program? A congregational health
program combines the skills of health professionals, clergy/ spiritual leaders, and other congregation member to promote whole person
health. Duet serves as a resource for congregations of many faiths and nurses who want to create and sustain health programs that
help the 'whole person"— in mind, body and spirit.
Executive Director: Elizabeth Banta Phone: (602) 274-5022 Email: info@duetaz.org Web: www.duetaz.org

Faith community nursing is a recognized specialty of the American Nurse's Association guided by national standards. FCNs are making
a difference in the contemporary healthcare environment — for example, with the Affordable Care Act, there is an increased need for
community care, and FCN's are playing a major role in reducing hospital re-admissions.
The program has demonstrated success in improving health and well-being for 20 years, yet continues to need strong community
support to grow its compassionate, impactful, and cost-effective services.
Description of how the proposed program or project meets one or more of Fort McDowell's funding priorities
The project meets the published priority of Health.
• Identification of the need your grant will address, target population and number of people who will be served
Need: In 2014, 77 participating congregational health programs delivered $102,400 in free-of-charge health care, based on an estimate
of $16 per intervention.
Congregational health programs promote health, disease prevention and healing through the primary functions of health education,
personal health counseling, health advocacy, referral, volunteer coordination, support groups, and integration of faith and health. Blood
pressure screening is a common service performed, and we continue to find that approximately one-third of people screened have
abnormal readings. These screenings provide opportunities to refer individuals for medical treatment and to support lifestyle changes
that often reverse the condition. Falls are categorized as the most common type of fatal unintentional injury for elders. FCNs help
prevent falls by increasing strength and balance through congregational exercise programs and environmental assessments. Flu and
pneumonia combine to be the fifth leading cause of death in Arizona among persons 65 and older. Many congregations provide annual
flu clinics open to the wider community. Diabetes, one of the ten leading causes of death in the state, can and is impacted by diet,
exercise, and early identification and treatment. FCNs also help people navigate the medical delivery system. They make home visits,
accompany people to doctor visits and provide support and education. As the population ages, health promotion and disability
prevention become more important to public health. The Arizona Department of Health Services' publication "Arizona 2010 —
Collaborating for a Healthier Future" notes that many major challenges to good health can be improved through better personal choices
in exercise, nutrition, preventable accidents, and tobacco use. The publication promotes innovative community solutions to impact the
health challenges facing our state. Duet directly impacts this public health issue by nurturing congregation-based health programs.
Target population: All age groups will be served, with individuals over the age of 65 receiving over 90% of the thousands of
interventions provided. Number of people who will be served: We anticipate training 20 nurses, providing information and referral
through 1,700+ phone and email contacts, and offering three monthly training/support sessions to help FCN's maintain vibrant
programs, resulting in 64,000+ health interventions to at least 8,000 people in need.
• Brief description of partners in the program or project or other entities providing funding and support. Indication of any other
applications made to and/or awards granted by other tribes/nations
Faith communities of all sizes participate, from under 250 members to greater than 5,000 members in the greater Phoenix area. These
represent a broad range of denominations including Christian and Jewish faiths. No other tribal nations have been approached for
funding for this program. A budget is included in this proposal.
• Timetable for implementation of your program or project
Duet Congregational Health Services is a critical component of Duet's community-based services. Funding will lead to impactful health
and aging services by offering the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course through Duet (the only recognized provider in the
state), monthly trainings, refresher courses, and ongoing guidance and support for FCNs. Upon the announcement of a grant we would
be proud to recognize the Nation's commitment to the mind, body and spirit of the community though inclusion in Duet's annual report
and newsletter, as well as a link on the Duet website and on Congregational Health publicity,
Thank you for your consideration. Please do not hesitate to contact me at (602) 274-5022 or banta@duetaz.org if you have questions.
Most Sincerely,
Elizabeth Banta, Executive Director Enclosures: 501(c) 3 letter, Proposed budget for the program or project, Identification of long-term funding resources
Executive Director: Elizabeth Banta Phone: i602) 274-502.,: Email: into@duetaz.orr Web: ‘.vww.duetaz.org

Duet Budget for Congregational Health
Services
2014
Description Budget
REVENUE
GRANTS / DONATIONS FROM CORPORATIONS & FOUNDATIONS
Corporate / Foundation Grants and Donations* 82,508
Total Grants 82,508
CONTRIBUTIONS
Partnered Congregations 1,000
Individual Contributions 750
Total Contributions 1,750
OTHER OPERATING REVENUE
Congregational Health Training 11,000
Congregational Health Underwriting 8,000
Occupancy (In-kind) 5,832
Total 24,832
FUND RAISING REVENUE
Jazz Cabaret - Call to Compassion 2,000
Poinsettia Tea "On the Spot" Fundraiser 1,500
Total fundraising Revenue 3,500
Total Operating Revenue 112,590
Duet: Partners In Health and Aging

EXPENSES
PERSONNEL
Salaries & Wages 82,993
Program Director
Program Assistant p/t
Executive Director allocation
Operations Manager allocation
Finance allocation
Reception allocation
Payroll Benefits 10,409
Total Payroll & Benefits 93,402
GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSE
Continuing Education 1,400
Supplies 400
Miscellaneous Expenditures 120
Postage 1,000
Resource Materials/Subscriptions 300
Travel Expense (for mileage) 800
Dues, Memberships, Permits &
Fees/Subscriptions 35
Congregational Health Training 11,000
Printing & Duplicating 3,000
Total Operating Expense 18,055
FIXED OPERATING EXPENSE
Computer Service / Maintenance in office 150
Equip Repair/Maintenance 1,500
Telephone 513
Occupancy (In-kind) 5,832
Office Rent 1,296
Central Services Office 842
Total Fixed Expense 10,133
Total Program Expense 121,590
* not all grant funding is secured
Duet: Partners In Health and Aging

555 West Glendale Avenue Phoenix,
Arizona 85021
Fort McDowell Proposal 2015 attachment
Identification of long-term funding resources
As a flagship program of Duet: Partners in Health and Aging, Congregational Health
is factored into the operating budget, and staff consistently identifies potential
funding streams. Current funding sources include:
 Corporate / Foundation Grants and Donations (GE Foundation, Vineyard Foundation –
secure. Retirement Research Foundation, CVS, Caesar’s Entertainment – identified.)
 Partnered Congregations
 Individual Contributions
 Training fees
 Fundraising events
 In-Kind
Executive Director: Elizabeth Banta Phone: (602) 274-5022 Email: info@duetaz.org Web:
www.duetaz.org

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General information
General information | Organization Children's Museum of Phoenix
General information | Contact First name Debra
General information | Contact Last name Paine
General information | Contact e-mail dpaine@childmusephx.org
General information | Contact phone number 602 648 2743
Address
Address | Street 215 N. Seventh Street
Address | City Phoenix
Address | State AZ
Address | ZIP Code 8 503 4
From what tribe is the organization requesting the grant?
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Total grant amount request
$10,000
The Gila River Indian Community offers multi-year awards. If your organization is requesting a
multi-year grant for this project or program, enter the amount to be requested each year.
Amount
Year 1 $10,000
Year 2 $
Year 3 $
Year 4 $
Year 5 $
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RS Department of the Tremmry
Internal Revenue Service
P.O. Box 2508 In reply refer to: 0248162365
Cincinnati OH 45201 Apr. 20, 2012 LTR 4168C E0
86-0934323 000000 00
00020479
BODC: TE
CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF PHOENIX
Y. DEBBIE GILPIN
215 N 7TH ST
PHOENIX AZ 85034-1012
Employer Identification Number: 86-0934323
Person to Contact: Robert C Voss
Toll Free Telephone Number: 1-877-829-5500
Dear Taxpayer:
This is in response to your Apr. 11, 2012, request for information
regarding your tax-exempt status.
Our records indicate that you were recognized as exempt under
section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code in a determination
letter issued in May 1999.
Our records also indicate that you are not a private foundation within
the meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because you are described in
section(s) 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi).
Donors may deduct contributions to you as provided in section 170 of
the Code. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts to you or
for your use are deductible for Federal estate and gift tax purposes
if they meet the applicable provisions of sections 2055, 2106, and
2522 of the Code.
Please refer to our website www.irs.goviee for information regarding
filing requirements. Specifically, section 6033(j) of the Code
provides that failure to file an annual information return for three
consecutive years results in revocation of tax-exempt status as of
the filing due date of the third return for organizations required to
file. We will publish a list of organizations whose tax-exempt
status was revoked under section 6033(j) of the Code on our website
beginning in early 2011.

March 20, 2015
Board of Directors
Chair Mrs. Selena Castaneda
Becky Lieberman Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Tribal Council Secretary
Immediate Past Chair P.O. Box 17779
Susan M. Wissink Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
Katherine M. Vice-Chair Scardello Dear Mrs. Castaneda,
Katherine Treasurer Cecala The Children's Museum of Phoenix greatly appreciates the Fort McDowell Yavapai
Nation's past support of our Common Sense Green initiative. In line with your
Eileen Secretary Sullivan interest in education and accordance with or mission to engage the minds, muscles
and imaginations of children and the grown-ups who care about them, please
Brian Campbell consider a $10,000 grant to support a three-day Children's Literacy Festival to
Michelle M. Clarke promote the importance of engaging young children in literacy-building activities.
Kim Covington
Should our request be approved, the main points of contact include Debbie Paine,
DonnaEgan Director of Development, Children's Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street,
Mark Hillard Phoenix, AZ 85034, (602) 648-2743, dpainea,childmusephx.org ; and Amanda
Heidi Jannenga Nash, Legislative Analyst, Maricopa County, 301 W. Jefferson, 10 th Floor, Phoenix
AZ 85003, (602) 506-4485, nasha001@mail.maricopa.gov .
Rick McCartney
Eric Meyer While literacy-building activities are located throughout the Museum and
Scott L. Mitchell educational sessions encourage parents to read to their children, the Museum
proposes to hold a three-day Children's Literacy Festival on November 12, 13 and
FarzanaScofield 14, 2015. The Festival supports your funding priority of education, and address
Andrea L. Stone Arizona's need for early literacy interventions so that children are ready to enter and
Jenny HolsmanTetreault succeed in school.
Trustees Emeritus New Directions Institute reports that 90 percent of a child's brain development
happens by age 5 — in other words, before they enter school. Children's literacy can
Tom Ambrose be 18 months behind by the start of kindergarten. If a child is not reading
Sarah Lisa Handley Bodney proficiently by 3rd grade, they are four times more likely to drop out of high school.
Terry Hanson Arizona ranks as one of the lowest 10 states in children's reading proficiency
Sally Hurwitz (Building Bright Futures: Arizona's Early Childhood Opportunities, 2011). In 2014,
Derrick Johnson 23 percent of 3rd grade students in public schools and 16 percent of third grade
HildySaizow Gayle Starr students in charter schools did not read at grade level. Arizona's new Move On
Josie Young When Reading legislation (ARS-15-701) requires schools to retain 3rd grade
students who receive "falls far below" designation on the state reading assessment.
Chief Executive Officer It is clear there is an immediate need for additional interventions to promote literacy
Kate Wells in Arizona homes.

Children's Literacy Festival Description
The Children's Literacy Festival will kick off on Thursday, November 12th, with a luncheon
featuring a keynote presentation and potential pre- or post- workshop by respected children's
book author/and or expert in the field of children's literacy.
• All three day's of the Festival the Museum will host Story Time where children's authors
read their books to the children and share their thoughts on the joy of reading, writing and
learning. Age-appropriate entertainers (band, singers, magicians, etc.) will also engage
children in interactive activities that build literacy skills. Literacy stations in the Art Studio
and throughout the Museum will include activities such as Creative Corner Bookmarks,
Magic Writing Bags and Crazy Clipboards; and information such as a free hi-lingual copy of
Read On Arizona's Early Literacy Guide, which provides tips for parents to help improve
literacy at home.
• The Museum will host 1,000 Early Head Start, Head Start and Title 1 Elementary (K-3rd
grade) students to visit the Museum on the 12th and 13th for the Literacy Festival and all of
its' activities. The students will also receive a free take-home book to encourage reading at
home.
On the last day of the Festival, the Museum will host a Literacy EXPO so that community
literacy partner experts from the Phoenix Public Library, Expect More Arizona, Read On
Arizona, First Things First, Changing Hands Bookstore, and Five Star Publications can
interact with our visitors and distribute resource literature. Trained Museum staff will also
utilize tools from Arizona Literacy & Learning to provide free literacy screenings for
children ages 3 to 5. The screenings measure print knowledge, linguistic awareness, and
emergent writing; and provide skill-strengthening activities and referrals if needed. Educators
are invited to attend the EXPO for free and will receive a free bag of five books for their
classroom.
Through these activities we anticipate reaching 3880 individuals comprised of children ages
birth to 10, parents, grandparents, and educators. All excess revenue from this event will support
the Museum's Every Child Program, which provides 50,000+ free and reduced admissions for
families facing financial, emotional or other challenges.
We do not have any applications made to other tribes or nations. We have a pending request
with Capital Group and will be approaching other corporate and foundation partners to secure
sponsorships. Thank you for your consideration of this investment in our children and their
future.
Sincerely,
Kate Wells
President and CEO

Children's Museum of Phoenix
Literacy Festival Budget
November 12-14, 2015
Income
Corporate and Foundation Sponsorships
Presenting Literacy Festival Sponsor $25,000
Book Sponsor $10,000
Expo Sponsor $15,000
Student Sponsor $15,000
Luncheon Sponsor $15,000
Luncheon Ticket Sales 200@ $100 $20,000
$100,000
Expense
Luncheon Venue/ Food & Beverage $40pp/200 pp (includes 9% tax and 20% gratuity) $8,000
Keynote Speaker's Honorarium $500
Audio/Visual $2,000
Centerpieces & Door Prizes $750
Printed Literature $500
In-Kind Admission for 1,000 students ($11 each) $11,000
In-Kind Admission for Educators 180@ $11 $1,980
Festival Authors 10 @$200 $2,000
Festival Entertainers 4 @ $350 $1,400
Books for Students 1000 @ $8 $8,000
Bag of Books for Educators (180 educators x 5 books @$8 each) $7,200
Literacy Station Supplies $1,500
Early Literacy Screenings (10:30 am - 3 pm:intervals of 15 minues x 3 days) $3,900
Read on Arizona Early Literacy Guide printing and distributrion Q=3500 @ .50 per guide $1,750
Marketing (posters, fliers, digital advertising, social media) $1,500
Education Staff $4,793
$56,773
Funds Raised support the Museum's Every Child Program $43,227
A reduced and free admissions program providing access to
disadvantaged children and families.
Reaching 3,880 individuals:
2500 general admission
1,000 students (Early Head Start, Head Start, Title 1 K-3rd Grade)
180 educators
200 luncheon guests

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General information
General information | Organization Veterans Heritage Project
General information | Contact First name Laura
General information | Contact Last name Byers
General information | Contact e-mail grants@veteransheritage.org
General information | Contact phone number 602 421 9419
Address
Address | Street P.O. Box 1297
Address | City Carefree
Address | State AZ
Address | ZIP Code 8 5 3 77
From what tribe is the organization requesting the grant?
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Total grant amount request
$10,000
The Gila River Indian Community offers multi-year awards. If your organization is requesting a
multi-year grant for this project or program, enter the amount to be requested each year.
Amount
Year 1 $10,000
Year 2 $
Year 3 $
Year 4 $
Year 5 $
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INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
P. O. BOX 2508
CINCINNATI, OH 45201
Employer Identification Number:
Date: MAR 1 5 21010 26-4572636
DLN:
17053041384030
VETERANS HERITAGE PROJECT Contact Person:
C/o BARBARA HATCH I DEL TRIMBLE ID# 31309
4233 E REDFIELD RD Contact Telephone Number:
PHOENIX, AZ 85032 (877) 829-5500
Accounting Period Ending:
December 31
Public Charity Status:
170 (b) (1) (~~jyi)
Form 990 Required:
Yes
Effective Date of Exemption:
March 12, 2009
Contribution Deductibility:
Yes
Addendum Applies:
No
Dear Applicant:
We are pleased to inform you that upon review of your application for tax
exempt status we have determined that you are exempt from Federal income tax
under section 50l(c)I(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to you are
deductible under section 170 of the Code. You are also qualified to receive
tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under section 2055, 2106
or 2522 of the Code. Because this letter could help resolve any questions
regarding your exempt status, you should keep it in your permanent records.
Organizations exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Code are further classified
as either public charities or private foundations. We determined that you are
a public charity under the Code section(s) listed in the heading of this
letter.
Please see enclosed Publication 4221-PC, Compliance Guide for 501(c) (3) Public
Charities, for some helpful information about your responsibilities as an
exempt organization.
Letter 947 (DOjCG)

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VETERANS HERITAGE PROJECT
We have sent a copy of this letter to your representative as indicated in your
power of attorney.
Sincerely,
",., '-'-"~
Robert Choi
Director, Exempt Organizations
Rulings and Agreements
Enclosure: Publication 422l-PC
Letter 947 (DOjCG)

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Connecting Students with Veterans
March 3, 2015
Mrs. Selena Castaneda
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Tribal Council Secretary
P.O. Box 17779
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
Dear Mrs. Castaneda,
I am pleased to introduce you to Veteran's Heritage Project (VHP). Founded in 2004, and incorporated
as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit in 2009, our mission is to connect students with veterans through an oral
history and publishing program that develops appreciation for an America they will one day lead.
Capturing veterans' stories permanently preserved in the Library of Congress helps veterans heal while
preparing young scholars for college and career. Thank you for this opportunity to request $10,000 to
support Since You Asked, an enhanced educational program which uses primary sources as a vehicle for
teaching and learning, to motivate and inspire students to stay in school, and pursue their future.
Should our request be approved, the main points of contact include Laura Byers, Board President,
Veterans Heritage Project, P.O. Box 1297, Carefree, AZ 85377, laura@veteransheritage.org/ (602) 421-
9419; and Amanda Nash, Legislative Analyst, Maricopa County, 301 W. Jefferson, 10 th Floor, Phoenix AZ
85003, (602) 506-4485, nasha001@mail.maricopa.gov.
Through the Since You Asked program, middle & high school students, in an after-school club format
supervised by a Teacher Advisor, interview veterans, research history, and write & publish the veteran's
experiences in an annual volume of our hardbound book, Since You Asked, for preservation in the
military archives at the Library of Congress. Students participate in civic events, organize a book
launch/veteran signing and community event with keynote speaker, and earn a chance for a scholarship.
To date, 910 youth have interviewed and published 1,025 veteran stories within 11 volumes of Since You
Asked. "(VHP) is by for the top single contributor of veterans' interviews to the Library of Congress in
America today. What VHP does is extraordinary." - Col. Robert Patrick, Director, Veterans History Project
in the Library of Congress. We are pleased to share that three of your tribe members, Tom Jones,
Mark Kline and Frank Martinez, are featured in this year's edition, and will be honored at our April 19,
2015 community event at ASU West. u.s. veterans from all wars, of all races, rank & gender benefit
from this opportunity to share their experiences. Oftentimes veterans describe the process as
"cathartic" and "healing".
There is strong demand for VHP and Since You Asked; growing from 14 to 23 chapters (21 in Arizona,
57% in LMI communities, including five Title I schools) this school year, with calls from interested
schools coming in weekly. School chapters are located in Cave Creek, Chino Valley, Cottonwood,
Flagstaff, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Mesa, Maricopa, Oro Valley, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Scottsdale,
Show Low, and Tucson. Two additional chapters are in Maryland and Illinois.
Veterans Heritage Project. PO Box 1297 • Carefree, AZ 85377 • 602-421-9419
www.veteransheritage.org
A 501 (c)(3) non-profit since 2009

Please consider a $10,000 grant to support VHPs efforts to enhance our services within existing school
chapters so that we may foster stronger and sustainable relationships, and ensure strategic and
responsible growth among additional schools and communities. Our goals are to increase student
participation, increase Teacher Advisor supports, and enhance program offerings during our 2015-2016
school year. We will implement a Mentor-Volunteer program and enhance training for Teacher
Advisors, and implement an assembly program for History and English classrooms in 10 schools. Funds
will be used for software and technology to facilitate the documentation and publishing process;
program supplies; training activities; publication costs; and scholarship awards. We anticipate working
with up to 25 chapters (300 students, 250 veterans, 45 volunteers), participating in 50+ civic events,
transitioning one contributing chapter into a publishing chapter, publishing four editions of the 12th
volume of Since You Asked, hosting four student-planned community book events, 100% ofVHP seniors
graduating and 90% continuing on to higher education, and $20,000+ in scholarships awarded.
Since You Asked supports your funding priority of education. VHP works with Teacher Advisors to
ensure linkage to an English, social studies or history curriculum. The program was acknowledged as
exceeding Common Core Standards in 2012, received certification by the AZ Department of Education as
a Character Education Program in 2013, and builds students' 21st century skills: critical thinking, public
speaking, listening, collaboration, and the ability to gather and process information. Through the oral
history process students become immersed in one-on-one personal accounts of heroism and service,
while learning life-long skills. The project-based learning integrates history, civics, geography, finance,
and written & verbal communication skills. The students develop patriotism, civic-minded ness, and
respect for service, as they become informed, responsible citizens and future leaders.
Since You Asked addresses this generation's need for civics education and the development of 21st
skills that will allow them to compete in a global economy. In a nationwide study of basic civic
knowledge, only 5% of Americans were competent in economics, 11% in domestic issues, 14% in foreign
affairs, 10% in geography, and 25% in history. Our nation's learning shortfall exists alongside a crisis in
workplace readiness, with too many students dropping out of school. In 2013, only 75% of Arizona
students graduated high school, and only 21% met ACT College Readiness Benchmark Scores. Civic
learning holds the potential to reverse these trends. Civic learning builds a positive school climate,
which in turn has a positive impact on academic achievement, personal character and keeping
students in school. Civic engagement has been found to predict high school graduation and college
attendance and success. (Levinson, Meira. 2011. Benefits of Civic Education.) The research findings hold
true for our students, with 100% graduating from high school (national average is 66%) and 90%
continue on to college or military service (80% is national average).
Funding sources for VHP include in-kind contributions of meeting space; individual contributions
through workplace giving campaigns, personal solicitations and Board member donations; grants from
corporations and foundations; and tax-credit funds raised by student chapters to help offset publication
costs. We do not have any applications made to other tribes or nations. We hope to add the Ft.
McDowell Yavapai Nation as a partner, so that together we can invest in the success of today's youth
and build a stronger future for our community. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
ra Byers, Board Chairman
Veterans Heritage Project. PO Box 1297 • Carefree, AZ 85377 • 602-421-9419
www.veteransheritage.org
A 501 (c)(3) non-profit since 2009

Veteran's Heritage Project
Since You Asked Program Budget
2015
based on 23-­‐25 chapters
Income
Corporate/Foundation Support $110,000
Government Grants $25,000
Individual Contributions $52,250
Restricted Chapter Contributions $15,000
$202,250
Expense
Salaries
Executive Director @ 75% $63,750
Program Director @ 100% $25,000
PT Administrative Support @ 80% $20,000
Professional Services
Graphic Artist $1,000
IT Services $10,000
Advisor/Chapter Expenses (# of chapters @$500 ea) $12,500
Scholarships $12,500
Printing
Advisor Guidebooks $1,500
Programs, Fliers, Exhibits $1,500
Vista Print Business Cards & Banners $1,300
Book Publishing $16,000
Book Launch/Signing Reception-­‐ Main Event (700 to 1000 pp)
Venue Cost $2,350
VIP pre-­‐reception $300
Food and beverage, including student lunches $1,700
Printed Material (Save the Date, Invitations, Program Printing) $1,100
Postage $250
Banners and signage $1,500
Filming and Photos $1,400
Book Signing Decorations and Veteran Book bags $500
Book Launch/Signing Reception Support @ $1500 x 4 chapters $6,000
Supplies $1,200
Travel/Meetings/Teachers
On-­‐Site Mentoring, Activities $4,000
Spring Advisor Debriefing $800
Professional Seminars/Webex $1,000
Mileage Reimbursement $1,600
Technology, Equipment & Software
Software Licenses $4,000
Cameras, recording $1,500
PCs, Monitors, Printers $1,500
Software, BU Services $1,000
Cloud Licenses $4,000
Video Production $1,500
$202,250

Connecting Students with Veterans
As our organization matures from a start-up into a growing non-profit organization,
Veteran’s Heritage Project continues to build the staffing, systems, & resources that will
ensure the future viability of our mission and positive impact on students and veterans. We
have built a strong reputation for delivering a quality program and have established
relationships and partnership with many community supporters.
• VHP raises funds to support our programming initiatives through individual contributions
via workplace giving campaigns, personal solicitations and Board member donations;
school tax-credit funds in partnership with our school chapters to help offset publication
costs; and through grants from organizations such as the Arizona Humanities Council,
Avnet, Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Department of Veterans Affairs, Phoenix Suns
Charities, Barbara Cohen Foundation, Coyotes Charities, Irwin Family Trust, William L.
and Ruth T. Pendleton Memorial Fund, the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation, Schwab
Charitable Fund, Kiwanis Club of Carefree Benefit Foundation, and Vanguard Charitable
Trust.
• The Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society is a partner to VHP by providing scholarship
funds to VHP Students in addition to those we raise on our own.
• VHP also partners with Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society, Arizona Department of
Veterans Services, and Arizona State University to reach into the broader veteran
community. Though these relationship VHP students volunteer their time and share
impact stories at dozens of local veterans events each year.
New initiatives in 2015:
The Vets on Radio internet show (vetsonmedia.com) includes a segment from VHP at 10
am every Wednesday in 2015, to promote our mission, programs and events and share our
stories with more than 500,000 listeners.
VHP will hire our first Executive Director in 2015. This person will help establish a diverse
annual giving program, enhance social media, develop special events, and launch planned
giving. VHP is already committed to participate in the April 7th Arizona Gives Day, an on-
line giving program, and is planning our first special event for the fall, a 100-Holes of Golf
event.
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Statement of Financial Position
As of December 31, 2014
Dec 31, 14
ASSETS
Current Assets
Checking/Savings
Chase 63,479.77
Total Checking/Savings 63,479.77
Other Current Assets
Prepaid Expenses 313.77
Undeposited Funds 5,703.10
Total Other Current Assets 6,016.87
Total Current Assets 69,496.64
TOTAL ASSETS 69,496.64
LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Equity
Temp. Restricted Net Assets
Temp Rest. Caitlin Campbell 5,350.00
Temp resticted Other 600.00
Temp Restricted Shadow Mountain 2,648.92
Total Temp. Restricted Net Assets 8,598.92
Unrestricted Net Assets 47,522.25
Net Income 13,375.47
Total Equity 69,496.64
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 69,496.64
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Statement of Activities
January through December 20·14
TOTAL
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Caitlin Campbell Scholarship 2,500.00
Direct Public Grants
Foundation and Trust Grants 49,000.00
Total Direct Public Grants 49,000.00
Direct Public Support
Contributions from Other Charit 9,505.00
Corporate Contributions 6,804.98
Gifts in Kind - Goods 3,792.66
lndivid, Business Contributions 21,266.40
Direct Public Support - Other 550.00
Total Direct Public Support 41,919.04
Other Types of Income
Book Collections 11,494.04
Miscellaneous Revenue 364.58
Total Other Types of Income 11,858.62
Total Income 105,277.66
Gross Profit 105,277.66
Expense
Mission Delivery
Chapter Development Meals 102.05
Chapter Subsidy 3,712.91
Conference, Convention, Meeting 1,357.58
Contracted Serv. Training Tools 14,664.00
Mission Information Services 10,936.33
Noncash Awards and Grants 69.00
Postage, Mailing Service 242.80
Printing and Copying 2,408.75
Reception
Bags/supplies - Recpt 209.52
Catering - Recpt 1,444.43
Kids-food @ recpt 256.00
Postage, Mailing Service- Recpt 177.40
Posters - Recpt 1,596.52
Printing - Recpt 1,066.35
Video and Photo 850.00
Total Reception 5,600.22
Scholarships 10,000.00
Shirts 1,601.46
Since you Asked
Book Collections 0.00
Book Printing 10,548.46
Book Subsidy 2,188.70
Total Since you Asked 12,737.16
Supplies 1,114.64
Teacher Stipends 5,250.00
Travel and Meetings
Mileage 554.19
Travel 1,176.00
Total Travel and Meetings 1,730.19
Total Mission Delivery 71,527.09
Support Services
Contract Services
Fundraising Fees 10,659.82
Outside Contract Services 7,299.00
Total Contract Service.s 17,958.82
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Veterans Heritage Project,
Statement of Activities
January through December 2014
TOTAL
Operations
Food and Beverage 202.15
Marketing 862.33
Memberships and Dues 13.98
Rent, Parking, Utilities 274.00
Supplies 559.39
Telephone, Telecommunications 111.86
Website 238.45
Total Operations 2,262.16
Other Types of Expenses
Insurance - Liability, D and O 154.12
Tota! Other Types of Expenses 154.12
Total Support Services 20,375.10
Total Expense 91,902.19
Net Ordinary Income 13,375.47
Net Income 13,375.47
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7:13 AM Veterans Heritage Project,
02/18/15 Statement of Cash Flows
January through December 2014
Jan - Dec 14
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net Income 13,375.47
Adjustments to reconcile Net Income
to net cash provided by operations:
Prepaid Expenses -313.77
Accounts Payable -1,221.85
Net cash provided by Operating Activities 11,839.85
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Temp. Restricted Net Assets -5,436.50
Temp. Restricted Net Assets:Temp Rest. Caitlin Campbell 5,350.00
Temp. Restricted Net Assets:Temp resticted Other 600.00
Temp. Restricted Net Assets:Temp Restricted Shadow M... 2,648.92
Unrestricted Net Assets -3,162.42
Net cash provided by Financing Activities 0.00
Net cash increase for period 11,839.85
Cash at beginning of period 57,343.02
Cash at end of period 69,182.87
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Mission: Connecting Students with Veterans
to motivate and inspire students through
an enhanced educational experience that uses
real-life stories as a vehicle for teaching and learning.
2014 VHP Impact Report
The Veterans Heritage Project (VHP) is pleased to report that with additional immersive educational programs that teach
thanks to the support of our generous donors, we were able to civics, history, storytelling, writing, editing, public speaking,
significantly expand our outreach and add to the programs we leadership and important skills for college and career.
offer students, educators and veterans. Below is a brief recap
of a few of the highlights from this year.
FOUNDATIONS AND CORPORATIONS AROUND
THE COUNTRY ARE SUPPORTING VHP’S
MISSION
In 2014, the Veterans Heritage Project has received support
from a record number of foundations and corporations from
around the country including the Kemper Marley Foundation,
Arizona Department of Veterans Services, AVNET, the
Arizona Diamondbacks, American Express, the Phoenix Suns,
the Arizona Coyotes, Carefree Kiwanis, Sanderson Lincoln Westwood High School group with veteran Rob Guyton— in Mesa, Arizona
and the National Christian Foundation. Generous donations
from Amritam, Pendleton Memorial Fund and the Salt River VHP VETERANS SHARE THEIR REAL LIFE STORIES
Project were also key in assisting with VHP’s mission and OF SERVICE TO OUR NATION AT HIGH SCHOOL
outreach in 2014. ASSEMBLIES.
This year hundreds of students each month listened to veterans
at VHP school assemblies across the state, tell of their place in
history: Col. Jim Kelsey, Vietnam veteran and Cold War
Intelligence officer; Gerry Jones, WWII Marine scout/sniper;
David Lucier Vietnam Special Forces medic; Col. Gene
Rafanelli, Vietnam, Korea and Europe infantryman; Major
General Carl Schneider, USAF Korean and Vietnam pilot;
Vernon Squier, WWII, tank division; Frank Lambert, Vietnam
Army ranger; Thom Milburn, Dog Handler in Vietnam; Vic
Conner, helicopter pilot, Vietnam, and Joe Brett, Vietnam
aerial observer.
ADVS Director Ted Vogt and VHP Board Advisor Susan Kee, at the
Korean Ambassadors of Peace Medal Ceremony Kee hosted for over
600 Arizona Korean War Veterans, celebrated on October 25, 2014.
THE START OF OUR 2014-2015 ACADEMIC
YEAR PROGRAM SAW OUR NUMBER
SOAR! VHP brought on an additional 11 school chapters
for a total of 21 Arizona chapters and 2 out of state, with 12
new Teacher-advisors and 35 volunteers who directly served
275 students and over 200 veterans. A cumulative total of 970 Col. Jim Kelsey speaks to a student assembly at Cactus
students and 1025 veterans have participated in the program Shadows High School about the fall of the Berlin wall.
since its inception. VHP’s reach across the state is expanding
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Col. Gene Rafanelli and Maj. Gen Carl Schneider speak at VHP assembly VHP student volunteers at the Korean Ambassadors of Peace Medal
2014 PARTICIPANT / VOLUNTEER HOURS Ceremony for AZ Korean War veterans.
2014 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 Average Oral History student participant: 56 hours
 Average Publisher student participant: 300 hours  VHP students interviewed their 1,000th Veteran!!!
 Average Teacher Advisor: 18 hours per student  Officially recognized as a Character Education Program
 Total VHP Mentor Volunteer hours: 5,500  11 new school chapters joined VHP; 2 at Middle Schools!
 Total VHP Board Member volunteer hours: 2,500  Shadow Mountain High School published their own book
 Three editions of Vol 10 of SYA were published
 175 veterans stories archived in the Library of Congress
 210 new veterans stories were written
 100% of VHP high school seniors graduated high school
 90% of VHP students continue on to college, university or
to Service academies
 $17,000 in scholarships awarded to VHP students
DON’T MISS THE 2015 VHP DEBUT OF SINCE
YOU ASKED, BOOK 11!
The 2015 VHP Book Debut Celebration is scheduled for
Sunday, April 19, 2015 at ASU West Campus, Phoenix,
Arizona. Former US Surgeon General, Dr. Richard
Carmona will be our keynote speaker. Check our
website for the latest on this exciting event!
Col. Park Shaw and VHP Students at Carefree Veterans Day Celebration
2014-2015 VHP CHAPTER SCHOOLS:
WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT VHP:  Cactus Shadows High School, Cave Creek
“Writing a veteran’s biography really helped my writing and editing  Show Low High School, Show Low
skills. I am now a published author!” - Shea Middle School  Shea Middle School, Phoenix
 Shadow Mountain High School, Phoenix
“My verbal communication is way better. I feel much more
comfortable talking to older people.” - Cactus Shadow High School  Ironwood Ridge High School, Oro Valley
 Chaparral High School, Scottsdale
“The most prominent thing we’ve learned is that veterans honestly  Mountain Ridge High School, Phoenix
wanted to serve the country and are proud of what they did. I am  Flagstaff High School, Flagstaff
too.” - Chaparral High School  Catalina Foothills High School, Tucson
2014 VHP BOOK SIGNING RECEPTIONS,  Frederick Community College, Maryland
PHOENIX, GLENDALE AND TUCSON, AZ  Marquette Catholic High School, Illinois
 Campo Verde High School, Gilbert
In April, VHP hosted three major receptions to celebrate the debut of  Canyon Del Oro High School, Oro Valley
our 10th volume of Since You Asked, Arizona Veterans Share their
Memories. Over 1,400 educators, veterans, students and community  Central High School, Phoenix
leaders attended. At ASU West in Glendale, Keynote speaker  Chino Valley High School, Chino Valley
Director Ted Vogt of the Arizona Department of Veterans services  Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School, Phoenix
spoke of the importance of bridging the gap between the veteran  Mingus Union High School, Cottonwood
community and the non-veteran community. In Phoenix, Secretary  Queen Creek High School, Queen Creek
of State, Ken Bennett, spoke about the importance of honoring our  Sequoia Pathway Academy, Maricopa
veterans and preserving our American heritage.  Sonoran Trails Middle School, Phoenix
 University High School, Tucson
 Westwood High School, Mesa
 Tesseract School, Phoenix
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2014 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Veterans Heritage Project’s 2014 income was $100,388
with expense of $91,902. 77% of our expenses were for
Mission Delivery and 22% for Supporting Expenses.
Please refer to VHP’s 2014 Statement of Activities for
further details.
Thank you,
Laura Byers
President and Chairman
Laura@VeteransHeritage.org
602-421-9419
Connecting Students with Veterans
An Immersive Educational Experience
Veterans Heritage Project,
PO Box 1297, Carefree, AZ 85377
VeteransHeritage.org | 602-421-9419
https://www.facebook.com/veteransheritageproject
twitter.com/VHP_501c3
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