Phoenix Suns Charities Inc is a public charity based in Phoenix, Arizona, operating as a 501(c)(3) organization. The organization leverages the platform of professional basketball to provide financial support and resources to nonprofit organizations serving children and families throughout Arizona. The charity operates in conjunction with the Phoenix Mercury, collectively known as the Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.2M
+11.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.3M
-2.5% YoY
Grant Count
54
-19.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$43K
+21.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to use the platform of basketball to provide meaningful resources and support to strengthen and bring together the diverse communities served across Arizona.
Phoenix Suns Charities was founded in 1988 with the primary mission to benefit organizations that assist the needs of children and families in Arizona. The organization focuses on:
- Youth development and education
- Community strengthening and engagement
- Support for underserved populations
- Programs addressing community needs and access for underserved populations
Grantmaking
Phoenix Suns Charities distributes more than $1 million annually to hundreds of local charities. According to recent financial data, the organization made total grants of $2,353,958 based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing.
Grant Range
** $10,000 to $100,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Phoenix Suns Charities primarily funds organizations in Arizona, with a focus on the Phoenix metropolitan area and surrounding communities. The organization has impacted over 400,000 children annually through its grantmaking.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $9,227,351
- Total Revenues: $3,554,731
- Total Expenses: $2,625,152
- Total Giving: $2,353,958
- Number of Employees: 0
Historical Context:
Since its inception in 1988, Phoenix Suns Charities has donated more than $38 million to worthy Arizona organizations. The organization has experienced steady growth due to the generosity of fans and sponsors, as well as underwriting by the Phoenix Suns team.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,227,351 | $8,297,772 | $2,847,642 |
| Revenue | $3,554,731 | $8,143,439 | $3,986,212 |
| Expenses | $2,625,152 | $2,718,309 | $2,894,006 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $392,351 | $130,501 | $43 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
226 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Phoenix Suns Charities Inc
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSH BARTELSTEIN | PRESIDENT (AS OF 10/2023) | 2 | — |
| SARAH KRAHENBUHL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | — |
| JIM PITMAN | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 2 | — |
| SCOTT REHORN - PRESIDENT | /BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| CHRIS ALVAREZ | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| OLIVER BADGIO | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| TAYLOR BLACKWOOD | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| DAN COSTELLO | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| WARREN FORSYTHE | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| MONICA GARNES | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| MELISSA GOLDENBERG | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| ADAM PRITCHETT | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| DAVID RAUCH | BOARD MEMBER (9/2023-10/2023) | 1 | — |
| JANE ROIG | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| GOVERNOR STEPHEN ROE LEWIS | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| DAVON WADE | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| TRACEY WILEY | BOARD MEMBER (THRU 10/2023) | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation announced recipients for the 2023-24 Devin Booker Starting Five Grant program, which provides funding to Valley nonprofits. In a recent funding cycle, Phoenix Suns Charities awarded $275,000 in grants to 19 Valley nonprofits.
PHOENIX SUNS/PHOENIX MERCURY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2023-24 DEVIN BOOKER STARTINGThe foundation continues to accept grant applications and maintains an active grantmaking program. Current opportunities include the Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation General Grant, with one live grant opportunity available.
PHOENIX SUNS/PHOENIX MERCURY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2023-24 DEVIN BOOKER STARTINGSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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