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Gila River Indian Community Grant Application
Municipality Information
Date of Application: May 7, 2013
Name of City, Town or County: Maricopa County
Mayor or Board of Supervisor’s Chairman: Andy Kunasek
Mailing Address: Government Relations, 301 W. Jefferson St., 10th Floor
City: Phoenix State: AZ Zip Code: 85003
Department/Non-Profit Information
Department or Organization Name: Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
Mailing Address: 1144 E. McDowell, Suite 200 City: Phoenix State: AZ Zip Code: 85006
Contact Person*: Mesha Davis Title: Chief Development Officer
Phone Number: 602-307-5330 x2249 E-mail Address: mdavis@swhiv.org
*The individual listed here will be our direct point of contact for grant-related questions or requests for information.
Duplicates of all grant correspondence will be sent to the contact person.
Grant Information
Program or Project Name: We Are Here
Purpose of Grant: to provide necessary funding for the build out and complete renovation of the
new, expansive home for Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS.
Beginning and ending dates of Program or Project:11/1/2012 to 5/31/2014
Amount Requested: $250,000.00 Total Project Cost: $13,600,000
Multi-year Request – If checked, # of years requested: 3 Amount/year: $83,333
Priority Funding Area:
Economic Development Education Healthcare Public Safety Transportation
Geographic Area Served:Maricopa County
Signature:
Mayor OR Chairman BOS: Date:
Typed Name and Title: Andy Kunasek, Chairman
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Gila River Indian Community Grant Application
Application Format (outline)
Please structure your proposal to provide the following information in the order indicated. Use
the headings and subheadings provided. Then, in your own words, address the questions and
issues posed in the outline. The questions reflect the general interests and concerns of the Gila
River Indian Community, but are not intended to be conclusive. Additional information
pertinent to your project should be included. Please be thorough yet strive for brevity. Please
submit one original and five copies of your completed grant application, including attachments
A. NARRATIVE
1. Purpose of Grant
a) Describe the proposed program or project
b) Describe how the proposed program or project satisfies one or more of the “priority
areas” identified by the Gila River Indian Community.
c) Identify the needs/problems to be addressed, target population and number of people
to be served by the project.
d) Describe the project goals and objectives, and your plan to meet them.
e) Define the project as a new or continuing program.
f) Identify other organizations, partners or funders participating in the project and their
roles (see attachments section).
g) Indicate any application to and/or awards made by a Tribe other than the Gila River
Indian Community for state shared revenues for this and/or any other
projects/programs.
h) Provide a timetable for implementation.
i) Identify long-term funding resources or project sustainability.
2. Reports
• Describe your plan to document progress and results. Interim and final reports will
be required for every grant awarded.
B. ATTACHMENTS
Required Attachments:
1. A resolution from the applicable governing body in support of the proposed project
(eligible City, Town or County).
2. A proposed budget for the program or project.
3. List of other funders, potential funders and amounts committed or requested in support of
the proposed project.
Optional Attachments:
1. Letters of support (optional) that substantiate need for the project and collaboration with
other organizations.
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Budget
An accurate, detailed budget for proposed projects is a primary requirement of this grant
application. This portion of your proposal should break down the total budget into specific items
for your project. Please include a narrative description explaining any unusual budget items.
“In-Kind” expenses and donations, grants or matching funds should also be spelled out. Please
include the following information in your budget. You may use this or a similar format.
A. BUDGET PERIOD (e.g.1/ 1/ 20XX to12/31/20XX):
11/1/2012 to 5/31/2014 - please see attachment called "Budget".
B. EXPENSES
Please itemize expenses that are applicable to your program or project. Please note:
Columns will not total automatically if a currency field is left blank.
Proposed Budget Amount Amount In Kind Total Budget
(list each budget item) Requested secured from Expense
from GRIC other
Funders
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C. BUDGET DETAIL, IF APPLICABLE (Narrative description of unusual budget items, in-
kind expenses, donations, etc.)
Please see attachment called "Budget Narrative".
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Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
Proposal to the Gila River Indian Community
A. NARRATIVE
1. Purpose of Grant
a) Describe the proposed program or project
Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS (Southwest Center) is a 25-­‐year-­‐old organization that provides
prevention, education and outreach services to 30,000 Arizonans each year living who have HIV/AIDS or
are at-­‐risk of becoming infected—nearly half of whom fall below the federal poverty level. It is the only
organization in the Southwestern United States that combines prevention and education programs,
health and wellness services, as well as research and clinical trials in a single location. Southwest Center
is focused on improving access to high-­‐quality healthcare for low-­‐income populations through a highly
coordinated and efficient care model.
Southwest Center’s long-­‐standing, highly-­‐regarded clinical trials program helps illustrate the uniqueness
of this agency relative to other AIDS service organizations. This 15-­‐year-­‐old program has conducted 145
studies, helping to bring 32 of the 34 available FDA-­‐approved HIV medications and a new home-­‐test kit
to market.
As the largest organization of its kind in Arizona, Southwest Center has outgrown its outdated, leased
facilities and can no longer accommodate the demand for services, let alone increase the type of
integrated programs that can truly make a difference in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Southwest Center’s
comprehensive, coordinated approach helps individuals who are at risk of becoming infected as well as
so many people who are already HIV positive. Assistance comes in the form of medical, social, emotional
and practical support shown to help those who need it most, live healthfully and reduce further
transmission. A newly renovated, expansive space with a community center feel and co-­‐located
HIV/AIDS providers, will allow Southwest Center to enhance its effectiveness and expand the reach of its
mission -­‐ to prevent and reduce infection, improve the quality of life for those impacted by the disease,
and contribute to worldwide research.
In November 2012, upon being awarded $3.6 million in City of Phoenix bond funds and a substantial
private gift of $3.5 million from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, Southwest Center’s board of
directors adopted plans to launch the $7.5 million We Are Here campaign. Private funds secured will
support the build out and renovation of a 50,000 square foot facility in downtown Phoenix, and the
expansion of four service areas in great demand: 1) HIV testing as a key to early intervention and
treatment, 2) linkage to treatment for those who test positive, 3) nutrition and wellness for chronic
patients, and 3) behavioral health.
With the generous support of The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, Go Daddy, Thunderbirds Charities,
Salt River Pima-­‐Maricopa Indian Community, BHHS Legacy Foundation and many other donors to the
We Are Here campaign, Southwest Center is bringing together quality healthcare services (including
primary medical care, a specialty pharmacy and a vitamin shop), shared conference and educational
space, and a black box-­‐theater, under one roof. The goal is to provide a highly coordinated approach to
HIV/AIDS chronic disease care.
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Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
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A $250,000 grant from the Gila River Indian Community will not only help to complete this important
community project, it will also ensure that a $1.5 million matching gift challenge grant will be met,
thereby doubling the Gila River Indian Community’s gift.
In making this significant commitment, the Gila River Indian Community will guarantee that more
members of the community, especially low-­‐income and underserved constituents, will receive excellent
medical, nutritional, wellness and behavioral health services relative to HIV/AIDS in Southwest Center’s
permanent new home—the former NBC Gannett/Channel 12 building—conveniently located at 1101
North Central Avenue in a highly visible location on light rail.
In recognition of a gift of this magnitude, Southwest Center would be pleased to permanently name the
“Public Meeting and Work Space” prominently located on the first floor, in honor of the Gila River Indian
Community. In addition, Southwest Center invites the Gila River Indian Community tribal council
members and leaders to participate in a grand opening ceremony planned for fall 2013.
b) Describe how the proposed program or project satisfies one or more of the “priority areas”
identified by the Gila River Indian Community.
Southwest Center recognizes that one of the Gila River Indian Community’s priority areas is improving
health care services to all Arizonans. Southwest Center’s We Are Here project is in full alignment with
this objective through its efforts to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS and ensure that those who are
infected obtain and remain in treatment. When HIV positive individuals stay healthy and participate in
appropriate treatment, their viral load (amount of HIV virus in the blood) stays low, greatly reducing the
risk of transmission.
The new home for Southwest Center is designed to be a dignified place where people will receive
comprehensive care in a single, convenient location. It is important to everyone associated with the
organization to create a modern and aesthetically pleasing facility, free from the stigma and
discrimination faced by the often disenfranchised populations that will be served there, including gay
members of the community, minorities and the homeless.
c) Identify the needs/problems to be addressed, target population and number of people to be served
by the project.
An estimated 1.2 million Americans are living with HIV and approximately 50,000 people are newly
infected each year. Arizona is home to nearly 15,000 individuals living with HIV/AIDS, and, according to
the Arizona Department of Health Services, an additional 4,000 people are likely unaware they are
infected and unintentionally spreading the disease. The department has identified downtown Phoenix
and those living within a 10-­‐mile radius of Southwest Center’s new facility as the highest risk area,
where the majority of the state’s HIV/AIDS infected and at-­‐risk populations reside.
Southwest Center’s efforts to prevent the spread of HIV have, conservatively speaking, helped save $16
million in taxpayer-­‐funded healthcare costs through avoided hospital stays.
Medication and treatment have come a long way over the past three decades and although fewer
people are dying from HIV/AIDS, they are instead learning to live with a chronic disease, co-­‐morbid
conditions and medications that sometimes create debilitating side effects. Assisting individuals in
successfully and consistently managing their care also helps to reduce health care costs in the long and
short term.
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Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
Proposal to the Gila River Indian Community cont.
Southwest Center serves Arizona men, women, children, seniors, youth and families affected and
infected by HIV/AIDS. Approximately 10,000 individuals receive direct services, including testing and
nearly 20,000 are engaged in outreach and education efforts.
Forty-­‐eight percent of Southwest Center clients live at or below the federal poverty level, and one out of
every four clients is homeless or lives in temporary, unstable conditions.
A recent survey of more than 1,000 Southwest Center clients revealed that 32 percent have no known
insurance, 30 percent are covered under Medicaid, 22 percent are on Medicare, 10 percent are privately
insured and 6 percent are insured through other government programs. Approximately one third of the
client base is heterosexual. Thirty-­‐four percent of Southwest Center’s clientele is Latino/Latina, 16
percent African American, 3 percent Asian, 2 percent Native American and 45 percent Caucasian.
Twenty-­‐nine percent speak Spanish as their first language.
d) Describe the project goals and objectives, and your plan to meet them.
Southwest Center’s vision is to lead the fight against HIV/AIDS in Arizona. Its mission is to prevent and
reduce infection, improve the quality of life for those impacted by the disease, and contribute to
worldwide research. The agency’s core services including prevention, education and outreach; nutrition
and wellness; and research, which all address the key actions identified in the National HIV/AIDS
strategy released by the White House in 2010. These three actions are: 1) reduce new HIV infections, 2)
increase access to care and improve health outcomes for people living with HIV, and 3) reduce HIV-­‐
related health disparities.
Upon completion of the We Are Here campaign, it is projected that the number of clients served will
increase by 20 percent in the first two years of operation. The new Center will include the following
expanded and enhanced offerings:
• A Research and Clinical Trials Suite that will be home to clinicians who will conduct 8 to 14
clinical trials per year.
• A Family Education and Services Center where essential resources for families of those living
with HIV and AIDS will be provided.
• A Prevention and Education Suite where staff will provide direct services, including expanded
testing and prevention education to more than 6,700 people, along with outreach and
education services to 20,000 individuals.
• A Behavioral Health Suite where licensed clinicians will provide 3,600 hours of professional
counseling, group support services and psychological testing to individuals, couples and families.
• A Wellness and Life Management Suite where naturopathic physicians and registered dieticians
will provide customized dietary plans and complementary alternative care to help offset the
negative impact of the disease and medications.
• A Vitamin and Herb Shop will be conveniently located on the first floor of the Center and will be
easily accessible from Central Avenue.
• A Community Black Box Studio and Conference Center will provide an excellent venue for
educational programs, forums and seminars for those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS and
chronic disease. Community groups will be encouraged to use this space as well.
• A Patient Navigator will guide patients through their appointments and treatment plans to
ensure they receive the care that they need.
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• A highly coordinated and efficient Integrated Collaborative Care Model will effectively combine
primary medical care, behavioral health, nutrition services, and physical activity for HIV-­‐positive
individuals who have co-­‐morbid conditions, risk factors such as poverty and trauma, and
negative health habits such as smoking and/or substance abuse.
Councilman Tom Simplot recently accepted the role of Co-­‐Chairman of the We Are Here campaign. With
a thoughtful and strategic campaign plan in place, he is leading a campaign cabinet currently consisting
of six members including former Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon, and two committees (leadership gifts and
major gifts) comprised of nine community volunteers and growing. Every member of Southwest Center’s
Board of Directors and executive staff has committed an exemplary gift to the project.
e) Define the project as a new or continuing program.
Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS has been providing a high level of services to the HIV/AIDS community
for 25 years. The successful outcome of the We Are Here campaign will allow the organization to expand
and enhance its programs and services in meaningful ways.
f) Identify other organizations, partners or funders participating in the project and their roles (see
attachment section).
To effectively deliver its long-­‐standing services, Southwest Center collaborates with more than 200
national and local partners, including Maricopa Integrated Health System, Arizona Department of Health
Services, Maricopa County Department of Public Health, University of Arizona College of Medicine –
Phoenix, Arizona State University, Mayo Clinic, Chicanos Por La Causa, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation
and national pharmaceutical companies.
As noted above, while City of Phoenix voters have funded a portion of the new home for Southwest
Center, the majority of funds will come from private philanthropic support. To date, individuals,
foundations and corporations have committed to $4.5 million, as is summarized on the enclosed Honor
Roll of Donors.
g) Indicate any application to and/or awards made by a Tribe other than the Gila River Indian
Community for state shared revenues for this and/or any other projects/programs.
Southwest Center received $50,000 from the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community in the first
quarter of 2013, has submitted an application to the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation for programmatic
support and plans to submit a proposal to the Tohono O’odham Nation for the We Are Here project.
h) Provide a timetable for implementation.
Southwest Center’s new facility is currently being renovated and is expected to be completed by year-­‐
end. It is anticipated that the We Are Here campaign will be substantially completed by April 2014.
i) Identify long-­‐term funding resources or project sustainability.
Long-­‐term funding sources include tenant revenue, rental fees from community organizations that wish
to use the facility, operating income or fees for service, government and philanthropic support. With an
annual operating budget of $2.6 million, 23 percent is generated by government contracts, 18 percent
from fees for service and 59 percent through private support.
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Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
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2. Reports
a) Describe your plan to document progress and results. Interim and final reports will be required for
every grant awarded.
Southwest Center is fully prepared to provide interim and final reports in the event that a grant is
awarded.
The agency’s robust evaluation process is utilized to assess program efficacy, make improvements and
develop new programs. As a state and federally funded, and licensed organization, Southwest Center
meets rigorous quality, performance, and financial standards in a number of areas. These include,
behavioral health, medical nutrition, testing and prevention programming. Southwest Center routinely
relies upon objective outside evaluators to develop and implement new program evaluation tools.
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Budget
A. Budget Period: 11/1/12 - 5/31/14
B. Expenses
Proposed Budget Amount Amount secured In Kind
Requested from from other Expense
GRIC Funders
Build out and renovation of
50,000 square foot former
Channel 12 building $250,000.00 $5,655,470.00 $0.00
Building indirect costs including,
fixtures, furnishings, equipment,
city administration and permits,
contingency and escalation $0.00 $1,250,000.00 $0.00
Program Development including,
behavioral health, nutrition and
wellness, prevention and testing,
and fundraising costs $0.00 $2,339,530.00 $0.00
Acquisition of facility and land $0.00 $4,105,000.00 $0.00
Total Budget $250,000.00 $13,350,000.00 $0.00

Total Budget
$5,905,470.00
$1,250,000.00
$2,339,530.00
$4,105,000.00
$13,600,000.00

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
We Are Here Campaign
Budget Narrative
C. Budget Detail
The total project cost is $13.6 million, which includes $3.6 million in City of Phoenix bond funds,
$675,000 in proceeds from the adjecent fire station, $500,000 in environmental site work and
$1.25 million in projected sub-­‐operator revenue (McDowell Healthcare Center and Avella
Pharmacy) over the first five years of operation. These amounts are included in the “acquisition of
facility and land,” “building indirect costs” and a portion of “build out and renovations” categories
in the budget.
With a campaign goal of $7.5 million, to date, $4.5 million has been secured in private donor
support (reflected above in the “build out and renovations” and “program development”
categories) and a $1.5 million matching gift challenge grant has been offered. For every dollar
raised, the matching funds will be dedicated specifically to capital expenditures. With several gifts
currently under consideration – approximately $200,000 – just under $3 million is needed to
achieve project objectives.

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
We Are Here Campaign
Honor Roll of Donors
Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS wishes to publicly acknowledge gifts from those whose generosity
has helped make the goal of the $7.575 million We Are Here campaign a reality. Campaign leaders
gratefully acknowledge the following individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations
whose financial support will result in a permanent and prominent home for the important
organization on Central Avenue and Portland Street, the enhancement of innovative programs
aimed at prevention, wellness and research, and the establishment of an endowment to provide
for new staff and increased operating costs.
$3,500,000 and Above
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
$350,000 and Above
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
$250,000 and Above
Go Daddy
$100,000 and Above
The Estate of Natalie Richards, in honor of her son, Larry
Richard Stahl
Thunderbirds Charities
$75,000 and Above
BHHS Legacy Foundation
$50,000 and Above
Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community
Scott Sowell, in honor of the Sowell family

$25,000 and Above
Darin Osborne and Mike Sparaco
$15,000 and Above
Mark Howard
$10,000 and Above
Robert Brown
Dr. Darren Deering and Mr. Frank Rawls
Gary Egan and Daniel Holterman
Carol A. Poore, Ph.D.
US Airways
$5,000 and Above
Darin Anderson
Tom Awai
CBS Outdoor
Kim Grouse and Murray Kuzek, in memory of Andy Grouse
Christy Ritchie and Ellen Rubach
$3,000 and Above
Jessica J. Fotinos
Ken Gabel
Bob Platt and Rich Bruno
$1,000 and Above
Mesha Davis
Phil Gordon
Karen and Todd Santoni
J. David Smith
Steve Ward
If we have inadvertently omitted your name or have listed you inappropriately,
please accept our sincere apologies and notify Karen Santoni at 602.663.7068.

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS
We Are Here Campaign
List of Prospects
The following individuals, foundations and corporations have been identified as potential donors to
the We Are Here Campaign. Some have already been solicited and are in the process of reaching a
decision about their level of support. Others are being invited for tours and meetings to discuss
their level of interest and potential support.
1. Board of Visitors -­‐ $125,000 request
2. Hearst Foundation -­‐ $100,000 request
3. Phoenix Suns Charities -­‐ $100,000 request
4. Fiesta Bowl Charities -­‐ $50,000 request
5. Black, Jack -­‐ $25,000 request
6. Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation -­‐ $15,000 request
7. Brodin, Jeff -­‐ $10,000 request
8. Lykins, Bill -­‐ $10,000 request
9. Boeing -­‐ $7,500 request
10. City of Tempe -­‐ $5,000 request
11. Blue Cross Blue Shield
12. Aetna
13. Dignity Healthcare
14. Haven Charitable Trust
15. Trends Charitable Foundation
16. Arizona Community Foundation
17. Avella
18. Cox Communications
19. Steele Foundation
20. JP Morgan Chase
21. Wells Fargo Foundation
22. Bank of America Charitable Foundation
23. APS
24. SRP
25. The Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation
26. Machiz, Bob
27. Calamus Foundation
28. Musil, Carrie and John
29. Stahl, Richard
30. Anderson, Joe