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The Phoenix AKARAMA Foundations works to fund educational, charitable and philanthropic programs, through comprehensive fund raising efforts and prudent management of donor funds.
The Foundation was incorporated in May 1999 in the State of Arizona and is a 501 (c) (3) public educational charity.
The Foundation is governed by an elected board of directors, which is made up of nine volunteer members. The members of the board of trustees each serve Two-year terms and are elected at the Foundation’s Annual Meeting.
MISSION:
Phoenix AKARAMA Foundation raise and award funds for programs that advance leadership development, encourage academic excellence, improve women’s heart health, support sisters in need and educate about the value of philanthropy.
VISION:
To be a leader in the Phoenix metropolitan advancing the educational opportunities of deserving area students and serving the needs of the local community
VALUES:
Transparency:
- Provide reports and communications that are truthful and straightforward, committing to full disclosure
Accountability:
- Be accountable to our donors and our members
- Establish standards and measure ourselves against them
- Honor the requests of donors to remain anonymous
- Acknowledge gifts promptly and accurately
- Recognize our donors as appropriate
Ethics:
- Comply with the Foundation’s code of Ethics, all applicable IRS guidelines, and the state of Arizona laws and regulations
- Perform our duties honestly and in good faith
- Act openly and with regard to our responsibility for public trust
- Exercise care, diligence, and good judgment
- Operate free from any conflict of interest
- Avoid any appearance of personal or professional misconduct
- Ensure proper stewardship of all contributions
Donations to the Foundation provide funding for numerous beneficial programs throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan area. Through contributions received through ticket sales, donations, and grants support the Foundation activities.