Tempe Diablos Charities Inc
Tempe Diablos Charities Inc is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Tempe, Arizona, dedicated to enhancing the local community through philanthropic initiatives. The organization operates as a public charity and serves as a grantmaking foundation supporting nonprofit organizations that align with its community development mission.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.8M
-7.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$766K
+50.8% YoY
Grant Count
44
+51.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$17K
-0.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization's mission is to enhance the community of Tempe, Arizona by providing leadership and resources that create worthwhile opportunities, especially for youth. The Diablos focus their efforts on projects that make significant contributions to the community while fostering meaningful experiences for members.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Education
- Youth services and programs
- Health initiatives
- Arts and community development
- Public safety
- Family support services
- Scholarships
Grantmaking
The organization accepts annual grant applications from local nonprofits. Required materials include:
Review Cycle
. The organization reported receiving only 30% as many applications as the previous year at that point in the cycle.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Tempe Diablos Charities primarily funds organizations in the Tempe, Arizona community, with some giving extending to California.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $2,780,613 (most recent filing)
Annual Giving: $766,458 (most recent filing)
Historical Financial Data:
- Asset range: $1,000,000 to $4,999,999
- Income range: $1,000,000 to $4,999,999
Tax Status:
- EIN: 86-0863641
- IRS Ruling Year: 1997
- Unconditional Exemption Status
- Contributions are tax-deductible
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,780,613 | $2,990,295 | $2,247,203 |
| Revenue | $1,332,786 | $1,573,982 | $1,417,119 |
| Expenses | $1,654,742 | $980,752 | $1,069,012 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $52,465 | $12,116 | $23,275 |
| 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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
132 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Tempe Diablos Charities Inc
ASU Scholarship
TEMPE DIABLOS CHARITIES INC
Amount
$2,000/year
Deadline
January 15, 2027
Community Grants Program
TEMPE DIABLOS CHARITIES INC
Amount
$1,000 - $100,000
Deadline
December 31, 2026
Maricopa Community College (MCC) Scholarship
TEMPE DIABLOS CHARITIES INC
Amount
$2,000/year
Deadline
January 15, 2027
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Russ Homes - Chairman of Tempe Diablos Charities
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUSS HOMES | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| BILL OTTINGER | ASSISTANT CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| ROB PERSONALE | TREASURER/SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ARNOLD MEJIA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRAD COX | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DANIEL KYMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GREG STAINTON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JAMEY HELMERS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JIM GAINTNER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SCOTT AGNEW | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TIM BERRY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| VINCE VASQUEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DENISE HART | COMMUNITY DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LORRAINE FRIAS | COMMUNITY DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARGARET HONEYCUTT | COMMUNITY DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NANCY PUFFER | COMMUNITY DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ROBIN ARREDONDO-SAVAGE | COMMUNITY DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Tempe Diablos Charities maintains an active calendar of fundraising and community engagement events, including:
Tempe Diablos Charities opens grant applications for local nonprofits - ArizonaExcellence in Education Awards (recognizing outstanding teachers, staff, administrators, and students)
CB&C Golf Tournament
Ignite the Night (21+ 80s-themed fundraiser)
LPGA Ford Championship event
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers Golf Tournament (5th annual event with 152 golfers)
Spring Training 50/50 Raffle at Tempe Diablos Stadium
Tempe Diablos Charities opens grant applications for local nonprofits - ArizonaThe organization continues to distribute grant funds to local nonprofits and has been actively recruiting grant applications from Tempe-based organizations.
Tempe Diablos Charities opens grant applications for local nonprofits - ArizonaSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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