Supplement D - Providers Network & Inventory Report_FINAL_12.22.25

SUPPLEMENT D
Providers Network & Inventory Report

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PROVIDERS NETWORK & INVENTORY SUMMARY
On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 110% presented the “Parks & Recreation Service Providers Network and Inventory” as part of the El 
Mirage Parks and Recreation Master Plan project. The recreation and leisure industry service providers of El Mirage were invited to be 
part of this unique opportunity that included an interactive discussion to understand what services are provided in the community and 
how the department and all providers can work together for the greater good.
Providers were given the following items to expect from the workshop:
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Network with other El Mirage service providers.
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Share the types of services each organization offers to the community.
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Learn what services other organizations are providing to the community.
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Consider opportunities that may exist for organizations to partner with others in the community.
Not including department staff, 13 individuals representing 12 various recreation and leisure industry service providers attended the 
workshop. The gathering began with an introduction of the workshop and its place as part of the department’s Parks and Recreation 
Master Plan project. Then, a brief educational overview of the types of sectors serving the recreation and leisure industry, service 
analysis, the MacMillan Matrix, and information on effective partnerships was covered. 
During the workshop, attendees were prompted to scan a QR code, leading to the Parks & Recreation Providers Inventory survey, to 
answer a series of questions aimed to gather more information about each provider and a self-assessment of their services. 
Lastly, attendees were provided with two interactive activities before the workshop closed. The first activity had attendees use Post-It 
Notes to represent their organizations and the types of services they offer on a large board presented to the group at large. Then each 
provider was asked to identify a prospective partner in attendance and have a structured conversation to begin exploring a partnership.
This Parks & Recreation Providers Network and Inventory Summary shares important information that was used to structure the 
workshop, as well as sharing the results from the gathering’s Parks & Recreation Providers Inventory survey.

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INFORMATION ON PARTNERSHIPS
WHAT’S A PARTNERSHIP?
The term “partnership” has become a bit of a buzzword over the past few decades and encompasses a variety of relationships such as 
strategic alliances, cooperative ventures, and collaborations. Whatever the term used, a partnership revolves around achieving mutually 
beneficial outcomes for all parties.
It seems as though a partnership would be irresistible. However, the reality is that some organizations view joining hands with a 
“partner” as a potential threat to their territory (or silo), image, or bottom line. Yet, in today’s competitive landscape and ever-changing 
markets, a thoughtfully constructed and managed partnership can be a powerful asset.
Partnerships represent advantageous collaborations that position participating organizations to efficiently utilize resources, leading to 
cost-effective and efficient service delivery. They facilitate the bridging of markets, reduce duplication of services and fragmentation of 
resources, and foster cooperative capital development and/or improvements.

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INFORMATION ON PARTNERSHIPS
PARTNERSHIP CONSIDERATIONS
1. Reciprocal benefit…seek organizations that have something your organization desires, and vice versa. The expectation of reciprocal 
benefit is a must when preventing one organization from simply becoming a granting body to another. Identifying the value of the 
contributions brought forth from all participating organizations helps ensure that there is equal value and benefit to each all. For any 
governmental organization, receiving fair and just value on behalf of taxpayers in return for any resource investment and commitment 
must be paramount.
2. Don’t settle…any alliance should be beneficial to your organization and, by extension, to your community and taxpayers. This can be 
in terms of a positive impact on the bottom line, an enhanced image, or some other benefit. If no such advantages exist, reconsider 
the partnership. 
3. Think long-term…partnerships are strategic relationships designed to benefit all involved for a minimum of three to five years. 
Evaluate potential partners based upon their potential long-term contributions. Partnerships should be strategic with sustained 
mutual benefits.
4. Relationships are key…recognize that partnerships are essentially business relationships, and the individuals involved can make or 
break the collaboration.
5. Shy away from those with a questionable reputation…it is important to research any prospective partners. Are they credible and 
honest in their dealings with others? Assess their reputation, service quality, and standards.  If their values are not in sync with your 
organization, reconsider the partnership. 
6. Are your eyes on the same ball… potential partners share the same or similar fundamental purpose (mission). Aligning mission and 
purpose is crucial for the success of the partnership.

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INFORMATION ON PARTNERSHIPS
A CONTINUUM OF SERVICE – GETTING STARTED
Given the competitive landscape in the park and recreation and leisure services market, strategically crafted partnerships serve as 
powerful tools to optimize resources, foster collaborative competition, and achieve cost-effective service delivery. 
To set the stage for the future of partnerships in your community and ensure a seamless Continuum of Service within the leisure services 
market in your community or region, consider initiating what we refer to as a Partner Network. 
What is a Partner Network? 
A Partner Network is a platform that brings together service providers with the goal of reducing service duplication, promoting effective 
partnerships, and helping organizations define their service lanes. The first step involves creating a comprehensive inventory of existing 
and potential partners. This should include the organization’s name, location, primary contact with email, sector classification, and 
mission/purpose of the organization. 
Once the inventory is ready, consider hosting a Providers Network gathering. The primary objective is to introduce the concept of a 
collaborative network of park and recreation/leisure service providers. This forum encourages engagement and discussion with a focus 
on “how we can work together for the greater good.”  Creating a greater understanding of the spectrum of providers and the Continuum 
of Service in your community and region, and intentionally identifying current services and providers, you establish a robust platform for 
future collaboration. Key focus areas for the initial gathering: 
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Service Provider Types: the types and number of service providers within each sector (public, non-profit/NGO, private, social 
enterprise). 
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Competitive Landscape Analysis: Analyze the competitive landscape by identifying organizations that compete for similar markets to 
those of your organization.
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Collaborative Opportunities: Identify organizations interested in pursuing collaborative efforts through partnerships, grounded in 
reciprocity for the efficient and effective use of resources.

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INFORMATION ON PARTNERSHIPS
CREATING A PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT
As you get closer to finalizing a deal with a potential partner, the following list outlines key 
tasks to navigate discussions, deliberations, and the negotiation of a partnership agreement. 
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Schedule one or more meetings with the potential partner to establish the foundation for 
an agreement.
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Discuss the future vision, or “big picture,” to align both parties’ interests with their 
respective goals for the next year, 3-5 years, and beyond. 
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Identify any potential challenges and obstacles that may arise during the partnership and 
strategize on how to address them. 
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Create a draft agreement that includes the following parameters and ensure mutual 
agreement: 
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Scope and management details of the partnership
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Defined goals and objectives
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Explicit roles and responsibilities of all partners, including decision-making 
authority
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Detailed obligations of all partners
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Milestones with identified accomplishment dates
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 Terms of the agreement, avoiding indefinite commitments and incorporating 
periodic review periods
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) encompassing financial and strategic aspects, 
tangible and intangible.
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Financial arrangements with specified contributions, distributions, and terms 
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Termination clause in the event of poor performance, unforeseen circumstances, 
etc.
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Establish an agenda for formal negotiation, ensuring every aspect is documented in 
writing. Under no circumstances should there be a “handshake agreement.” 
Creating Momentum
Once potential partners have 
been identified, whether 
through a Partner Network or 
other means, it’s time to make 
contact. Initiate a meeting to 
discuss the possibility of 
collaboration. 
The initial meeting is arguably 
the most important moment in 
any partnership. While a 
meeting does not bind either 
party to a commitment, it 
serves as a logical starting point 
for the conversation. This is the 
moment to establish the 
foundation for a productive 
future relationship and to 
uncover any potential obstacles 
or challenges. The primary goal 
of this initial conversation is to 
assess whether the partnership 
holds value for both your 
organization and theirs.

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INFORMATION ON PARTNERSHIPS
MANAGING THE PARTNERSHIP MOVING FORWARD
After the agreement is signed, the focus shifts to implementation, marking the start of the work.  The key determinant of a partnership’s 
success lies in access to the right team members – this distinction is the difference between a partnership that yields results from one 
that is simply documented on paper. Identifying the specific individuals, departments, or divisions responsible for implementing and 
managing the partnership streamlines the process. It establishes a direct link to those capable of evaluating its effectiveness, identifying 
areas for improvement, and ensuring a connection to the individuals accountable for the partnership’s expected work.  
Consistent and open communication is the backbone of any successful partnership. Each party relies on the other for staying well-
informed. Achieving this involves providing regular status reports and/or scheduling a periodic touch point (e.g., quarterly) to facilitate 
connection and to address any concerns that may impact the health and well-being of the relationship. 
When executed thoughtfully, partnerships are advantageous collaborations that empower participating organizations to optimize 
resources and deliver cost-effective services. In an era where resources are increasingly scarce across all sectors, the strategic value of 
partnerships is more crucial than ever. By fostering alliances, we not only streamline operations but also elevate our capacity to serve the 
community better.

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
The pages that follow are the results from the workshop’s Providers Inventory survey. Attendees were asked to answer a series of 
questions aimed to gather more information about each provider and a self-assessment of their services. The questions from the survey 
are shown below. 
1. Organization Name
2. Organization Address
3. Organization Contact Name
4. Organization Contact Title
5. Organization Contact Email
6. Organization Contact Phone
7. To which sector does your organization belong?
8. Please list your organization’s mission/purpose.
9. Please select the service(s) provided by your 
organization. (list of choices)
10. Who are your organization’s target market(s)/primary 
customers?
11. Does competition for the target market(s) listed above 
exist from other organizations?
12. What organization(s) do you consider to be 
competitors?
13. To what degree does competition exist? (on a scale of 1 
to 5 with 1 = low degree and 5 = high degree)
14. Please select your organization’s funding sources. (list 
of choices)
15. Does competition exist for funding?
16. To what degree does competition exist for the same 
funding source? (on a scale of 1 to 5 with 1 = low degree 
and 5 = high degree)
17. Recognizing that a partnership requires a reciprocal 
benefit for all organizations involved, do you believe 
opportunities exist for organizations to partner in order to 
reduce duplication of service and most responsibly use 
finite resources?
18. Please list your organization’s current partnership(s).
19. What organization(s) come to mind as potential 
partners?
20. What would be the reciprocal benefit(s) to your 
organization and to these potential partner organizations?

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Organization Address:
Organization 
Contact Name:
Organization Contact Title:
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
13049 N 103rd Avenue, Sun City, AZ 
85351
Jennifer Lawless 
Director
Beginners Edge Sports Training
7432 E. Tierra Buena Ln. Scottsdale, 
AZ 85260
Mitchell Goldberg
Co-Owner/ COO
City of Buckeye 
530 E Monroe
Kelby Mieras 
Deputy Director 
City of Glendale
5959 W Brown St Glendale AZ 85302Mike Keane
Assistant Director Parks and Recreation 
City of Surprise
15960 N. Bullard Ave
Shannon Gaul
Parks and Recreation Assistant Director
Dysart Community Center
14414 N El Mirage Road, El Mirage, 
AZ 85335
Annie Ansell
CEO
Dysart High School
11425 N Dysart Rd
Amely Lopez, Rachel 
Matakas
Family Outreach Specialist, Athletic 
Director DHS
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
13513 N El Mirage Rd, El Mirage, AZ 
85335
Kristen Helm
Branch Manager/Librarian
Radiant Church
13500 N El Mirage Rd El Mirage Az 
85335
David Vega
Campus Pastor
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
19803 N RH Johnson Blvd
Kasey Huhta
Recreation Manager
State 48FC Foundation 
8549 W Las Palmaritas Dr
Heber Valenzuela 
President 
West Valley Arts Council
16126 N Civic Center Plaza, Suite 
102, Surprise, AZ 85374
Kathy Knecht
Executive Director

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Organization Email:
Organization 
Phone:
To which sector does your 
organization belong?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
Jennifer.lawless@bannerhealth.com 623-465-6000
Private
Beginners Edge Sports Training
info@best-sports-usa.com
623-748-9453
Private
City of Buckeye 
kmieras@buckeyeaz.gov
623-349-6617
Public
City of Glendale
Mkeane@glendaleaz.com
623-930-2827
Public
City of Surprise
shannon.gaul@surpriseaz.gov
623.222.2236
Private
Dysart Community Center
execdir@dysartcommunitycenter.or
g
623-249-3812
Public
Dysart High School
amely.lopez@dysart.org, 
rmatakas12@dysart.org
623-876-7555, 
602-690-5562
Public
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
kristenhelm@mcldaz.org
602-651-2731
Public
Radiant Church
dvega@radiantchurch.com
623-419-0342
NPO/NGO
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Kasey.huhta@suncitywest.com
602-885-1664
Private
State 48FC Foundation 
heber@state48fc.com
602-761-8353
NPO/NGO
West Valley Arts Council
Kathy@westvalleyarts.org
623-826-2074
NPO/NGO

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Please list your organization’s mission/purpose (if no mission, why is it the 
organization exists?)
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
Making healthcare easier, so life can be better. 
Beginners Edge Sports Training
Inspiring kids to love sports through fun, inclusive programs that build confidence, teamwork, and 
essential skills.
City of Buckeye 
Municipal Parks and Recreation providers
City of Glendale
We improve the lives of the people we serve every day
City of Surprise
To enrich and complement the lives of Surprise residents through stewardship of our resources while providing responsive 
programs which promote and prioritize diversity, cultural, neighborhood, family, education, recreation and wellness 
opportunities.
Dysart Community Center
To address the needs of underprivileged children, youths and adults, empowering them with the skills 
and tools to improve their lives and build self-sufficiency.
Dysart High School
We are the only HS in El Mirage and would like to partner more with the city to develop youth programs for our students 
and community. The purpose of family outreach is to ensure the student, and their families have the resources needed to be 
successful in school and at home.
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
The Mission of the Library District is to provide access and services, so residents experience an 
improved quality of life.
Radiant Church
Worship God. Serve Our Community
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Enhance members quality of life by offering outstanding facilities, services, and enriching social and cultural experiences, 
while ensuring financial sustainability and operational excellence through continuous improvement. 
State 48FC Foundation 
To impact the lives of our youth through the game of soccer. To provide positive personal 
development through our soccer programs across the State of Arizona
West Valley Arts Council
We grow and enhance the arts and culture ecosystem in the west Valley

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Please select from the list below the service(s) provided by your organization
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
General Interest Activities - Adult; General Interest Activities – Older Adults/Seniors; Senior Center
Beginners Edge Sports Training
Afterschool; Fitness; Youth Camps; Youth Sports; Special Events
City of Buckeye 
Adult Sports; Afterschool; Aquatics; Childcare; Environmental Education; Facility Rentals; Fitness; General Interest Activities - 
Adult; General Interest Activities – Older Adults/Seniors; General Interest Activities - Youth; Outdoor Recreation; Special 
Events; Visual Arts; Performing Arts; Youth Sports; Youth Camps; Shooting Complex
City of Glendale
Adult Sports; Afterschool; Aquatics; Childcare; Environmental Education; Facility Rentals; Fitness; General Interest Activities - 
Adult; General Interest Activities – Older Adults/Seniors; General Interest Activities - Youth; Outdoor Recreation; Youth 
Camps; Youth Sports
City of Surprise
Adult Sports; Aquatics; Facility Rentals; Youth Camps; Youth Sports; Special Events; General Interest 
Activities - Youth; General Interest Activities - Adult
Dysart Community Center
Afterschool; Childcare; Facility Rentals; General Interest Activities - Adult; General Interest Activities - 
Youth; Youth Camps; ESL; GED; Citizenship; Food Pantry; High School Diploma
Dysart High School
Afterschool; Facility Rentals; Special Events; General Interest Activities - Youth; Outdoor Recreation; 
Performing Arts; Visual Arts; Youth Camps; Youth Sports
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
Afterschool; Environmental Education; General Interest Activities - Adult; General Interest Activities – 
Older Adults/Seniors; General Interest Activities - Youth; Performing Arts; Special Events; Visual Arts
Radiant Church
Worship Center; Spiritual Help 
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Adult Sports; Aquatics; Environmental Education; Facility Rentals; Fitness; General Interest Activities - Adult; General Interest 
Activities – Older Adults/Seniors; Outdoor Recreation; Performing Arts; Special Events; Visual Arts
State 48FC Foundation 
Adult Sports; Fitness; General Interest Activities - Youth; Outdoor Recreation; Youth Camps; Youth 
Sports
West Valley Arts Council
Facility Rentals; Performing Arts; Special Events; Visual Arts; Youth Camps

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Who are you organization’s target market(s)/primary 
customer(s)
Does competition for the 
target market(s) listed exist 
from other organizations?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
Adults over 69 years of age and any adult 18 and older at our food 
pantry. 
No
Beginners Edge Sports Training
B.E.S.T. Sports’ primary customers are families with children ages 16 months to 15 years 
seeking fun, safe, and developmental sports programs. We work with schools and 
community partners who offer our sports development and afterschool activities.
Yes
City of Buckeye 
Citizens of the city of Buckeye 
Yes
City of Glendale
Our residents
Yes
City of Surprise
Surprise Residents
Yes
Dysart Community Center
Underprivileged families
Yes
Dysart High School
All youth from ages 5-17 years old
Yes
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
All ages and everyone in the community as well as surrounding 
communities. 
No
Radiant Church
Family 
No
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
55+ (active adults)
Yes
State 48FC Foundation 
Youth and Adults 
Yes
West Valley Arts Council
Everyone
No

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
What organizations do you consider to be competitors?
Does competition for the 
target market(s) listed exist 
from other organizations?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
N/A
1
Beginners Edge Sports Training
Various Youth Sports Programs
4
City of Buckeye 
Other municipal governments, clubs, and private organizations 
3
City of Glendale
Other cities, boys and girls' clubs, YMCA, private companies 
3
City of Surprise
Yes, private entities. 
3
Dysart Community Center
Afterschool - YMCA
2
Dysart High School
Not sure
5
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
I don't see us as being competitors with other organizations. We work together with 
other library districts to help fill gaps in the collection and local business and resources 
to help members of the communities. 
1
Radiant Church
We have no competition
1
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Sun City, The Grand. However, we do work with them 
3
State 48FC Foundation 
Bala FC, RSL, Phoenix Rising, PSG, Next Level
5
West Valley Arts Council
We don’t believe in competition in the arts sector. We believe that more 
is more.
1

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Please select your organization’s 
funding sources.
Does competition 
exist for funding?
To what degree does 
competition exist for funding?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
Grants; Donations; Banner Health
Yes
3
Beginners Edge Sports Training
Fees & Charges; Grants
Yes
4
City of Buckeye 
Grants; Taxes; Fees & Charges
Yes
3
City of Glendale
Taxes; Grants; Donations; 
Sponsorships; Fees & Charges
Yes
4
City of Surprise
Taxes; Fees & Charges 
Yes
4
Dysart Community Center
Grants; Donations; Sponsorships; Fees 
& Charges
Yes
3
Dysart High School
Grants; Taxes; Donations; 
Sponsorships; Fees & Charges
Yes
5
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
Taxes; Donations
Yes
3
Radiant Church
Donations
No
1
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Fees & Charges; Membership
No
2
State 48FC Foundation 
Donations; Fees & Charges
Yes
5
West Valley Arts Council
Grants; Donations; Sponsorships; Fees 
& Charges
Yes
3

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
Do you believe 
opportunities exist for 
organizations to 
partner?
Does competition for the target market(s) listed exist from other 
organizations?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
Yes
City of Surprise, City of El Mirage, St Mary’s Food Bank, Area Ageny on 
Aging. 
Beginners Edge Sports Training
Yes
We work with many cities around the valley, as well as in California and Texas. Some partners in AZ are: Peoria, 
Glendale, Litchfield Park,. Goodyear, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and Scottsdale. We also offer programs with many 
school districts including: CUSD, SUSD, Madison School District, Kyrene School District, and Higley. 
City of Buckeye 
Yes
County, state , School districts 
City of Glendale
Yes
YWCA, little leagues,
City of Surprise
Yes
Sports and Tourism Department, DUSD, OUAZ.  
Dysart Community Center
Yes
City of Surprise, VSUW
Dysart High School
Yes
Dysart Community Center, local barber shops, HART Pantry, Salvation 
Army 
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
Yes
I can not think of any partnerships. We do work with organizations for programming, the West Valley 
Astronomy Club, The West Valley Brick Builders Guild, the Sun City Ukulele Club.  
Radiant Church
Yes
Dysart District, Dysart Community Services 
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Yes
Sun City - reciprocity with chartered clubs 
State 48FC Foundation 
Yes
YMCA, City of Phoenix, City of Avondale, City of Goodyear, City of El Mirage, Agua Fría School 
District, Pendergast School District, Litchfield School District, City of Buckeye
West Valley Arts Council
Yes
City Of Glendale, City of Litchfield Park, City Of Surprise, Sun Health, ASU, 
Frys's foods, Estrella Mountain Community College, City of Tolleson.

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
What organization(s) come to mind as potential partners?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
West Vallet Arts Council
Beginners Edge Sports Training
El Mirage Parks and Recreation
City of Buckeye 
Local HOA's
City of Glendale
School Districts 
City of Surprise
Schools
Dysart Community Center
Cities, Religious Groups, businesses, 
Dysart High School
Local businesses, youth sports
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
Dysart Community Center Offers adult education (ESL, GED, citizenship), after-school & teen programs. Cause IQ Co‐host literacy/tutoring programs; shared use 
of space; joint workshops for adults (digital literacy, job skills) Someone Cares Hope Foundation Human services multiplicity; operating locally in El Mirage.  
Nonprofit Locator Partner for outreach, especially for underserved families; book or material donations; host events together Love House Kids Program Focus 
on child welfare, life skills, basic needs, counseling.  Cause IQ Children’s programming (reading, mentoring); after‐school support; safe spaces and resources for 
kids. Local Schools & School Districts Could supply participants, curriculum alignment, volunteers; very relevant for youth programs After‐school reading 
programs; class visits; joint literacy events; homework help or tech / computer labs
Radiant Church
El Mirage City 
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
Pickleball businesses 
State 48FC Foundation 
Dysart School District, City of Glendale park and recreation
West Valley Arts Council
West Valley cities, West Valley businesses, West Valley arts organizations

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PROVIDER INVENTORY SURVEY RESULTS
Organization Name:
What would be the reciprocal benefit(s) to your organization and to these potential partner organizations?
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center
Creative Aging for Seniors
Beginners Edge Sports Training
B.E.S.T. can provide quality programming for the community. Our programs foster community building while bringing in 
revenue for our partners. We also have a wide reach into our demographic that reaches far and wide. 
City of Buckeye 
Facilities and programs 
City of Glendale
Additional indoor space for programs 
City of Surprise
Variety of Activities for residents and field usage.
Dysart Community Center
Help fill community need
Dysart High School
Employment for students
Maricopa County - El Mirage Library
We are able to provide free hands-on experiences for patrons who may not get a chance to access 
such materials. 
Radiant Church
Restore the community's families and strengthen society
Recreation Centers of Sun City West
More opportunities for our pickleball enthusiasts to grow and target hose sales. 
State 48FC Foundation 
Soccer fields, gym space 
West Valley Arts Council
Outreach, visibility, expanded audience and donor bases, economic development for the region, 
improved quality of life for people in the region