Joy Bus is located in Phoenix, AZ. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (K36) the organization is classified as: Meals on Wheels, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Joy Bus employed 33 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Joy Bus is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Joy Bus generated $1.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 43.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 44.0% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION IS TO RELIEVE THE DAILY STRUGGLES OF HOMEBOUND CANCER PATIENTS WITH A FRESH CHEF-INSPIRED MEAL AND A FRIENDLY FACE. OUR VISION IS TO ELEVATE THE LIVELIHOOD OF OUR PATRONS WITH THE JOY OF CULINARY SUSTENANCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE MISSION TO SUPPORT HOME-BOUND CANCER PATIENTS WITH A HOME VISIT AND CHEF-INSPIRED MEAL CONTINUES. OUR GOAL IS TO INCREASE THIS SUPPORT IN VARIED WAYS, INCLUDING COOKING CLASSES, A FOOD PANTRY AND THE ABILITY TO SUPPORT MORE PEOPLE IN MORE PLACES. THE MORE THAN A MEAL CAMPAIGN TO CARRY THE INCREASE IN OUR IMPACT HAS RAISED OVER 2.9M AND IS JOYFULLY CLOSE TO REACHING A MAJOR MILESTONE IN THE 5.4M.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jennifer Caraway Desaye CEO Founder | Officer | 40 | $85,173 |
Rebecca Ailes-Fine President | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Judi Goldfader Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 0.01 | $0 |
Lynette Livesay Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.01 | $0 |
Kathleen Bonzani Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Danielle Williams Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,106,935 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $73,530 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,106,935 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $443,856 |
| Investment income | $33,944 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $4,177 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $188 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,589,100 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $807 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $105,155 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $108,673 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $35,420 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $573,176 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $14,846 |
| Payroll taxes | $56,714 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,126 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $22,737 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $31,773 |
| Advertising and promotion | $20,396 |
| Office expenses | $50,882 |
| Information technology | $11,352 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $74,783 |
| Travel | $12,088 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $45,315 |
| Interest | $27,822 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $17,320 |
| Insurance | $9,515 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,443,194 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $325,236 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,345,924 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,632 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $3,952 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,716,275 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $11,470 |
| Intangible assets | $15,343 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,423,832 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $69,519 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $6,180 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $1,254,018 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $156,336 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,486,053 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,937,779 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,423,832 |
Over the last fiscal year, Joy Bus has awarded $103,158 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
LETS TALK WOMXN PURPOSE: FISCAL SPONSOR ROLLOUT | $102,900 |
OTHERS UNDER THRESHOLD | | | $258 |