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The following questions are ones that usually arise as an individual searches for a better understanding of who we are and what we do.
Q: What does the 100 Club of Arizona do?
A: The 100 Club provides immediate financial support to families of public safety officers and firefighters who are killed or seriously injured in the line-of-duty. The 100 Club also provides assistance to enhance their safety and welfare.
Q: How long has the 100 Club of Arizona been around?
A: The 100 Club of Arizona was organized in 1965 and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1968.
Q: Where does the name “100 Club” come from?
A: The 100 Club of Arizona is patterned after the 100 Club of Detroit, Michigan, which began in 1952. When a young officer was killed in the line-of-duty, a local car dealer, William M. Packer, contacted 100 of his friends and asked them to donate $100 to a fund for the fallen officer’s widow and unborn child. Mr. Packer received a 100% response and was able to pay off the mortgage and provide an education fund for the unborn child.
Q: What support does the 100 Club give and who is eligible for this support?
A: The 100 Club provides various benefits to the families of public safety officers and firefighters. See BENEFITS. (Click on word and takes to benefits)
Q. What level of support has been provided in the past?
A: The 100 Club has provided approximately 1.5 million dollars to over 500 families of public safety. In 2004, 98 families received assistance of $310,000. In 2005, 76 families received $301,000. Also in 2005, $88,000 was awarded to 15 agencies for safety equipment and a significant amount of money was raised for special needs requests.
Q: Where does the money used to assist public safety officers and firefighters come from?
A: Money is raised through our yearly membership dues, charitable campaigns,endowments, and donations from those that support our mission. We do not use telemarketing fund-raisers.
Q: Do you receive funds through United Way or CFC/SECC/ECAP?
A: Yes, we do receive donations through United Way/CFC/SECC/ECAP. Our campaign codes: 8110-SECC - 2123 Pima County ECAP - 4000 AZ Combined CFC - 5000 Maricopa County CFC - 8110 Valley of the Sun United Way
Contact your Human Resource Department for information on these programs.
Q: Can my membership or donation be automatically deducted from my checking account or credit card?
A: Yes. This is an easy way for you to make your contribution. Call (602) 485-0100 to arrange this type of giving.
Q: Can I send gifts/write letters to the beneficiaries?
A: You are more than welcome to send gifts and cards to the beneficiaries. You may send them to: 5033 N. 19th Ave., Suite. 123, Phoenix, AZ 85015.
Q: How can I become a Member of the 100 Club of Arizona?
A: You have three options. You can register today to become a member today on our Website, by telephone or by mail. If you prefer to register by mail, we will send you an informational packet with a sign-up form. Please call (602) 485-0100 for assistance.
Q. How do I make a bequest to 100 Club of Arizona in my will? I'd like to set up a charitable remainder trust or gift annuity.
A: Please call (602) 485-0100
Q: How do I make a donation in honor/memory of someone?
A: You will need to give us the name of the deceased (or the person to be honored) and the address of where you would like for us to send the memorial/honor card. Your donation can be taken over the telephone, (602) 485-0100, with a credit card, or you can mail it to the hospital at 5033 N. 19th Ave., Suite. 123, Phoenix, AZ 85015.
Q: How much of my donation, if any, is tax deductible?
A: The 100 Club of Arizona is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(C)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, therefore your gift is tax-deductible to the full extent provided by law. The 100 Club is a nonprofit charity operating since 1968. Our federal tax identification number is 23-7172077. You should consult your financial planner or tax advisor to determine the exact tax advantages of any gift you are considering.
Q: How much of what I donate actually benefits the families of public safety?
A: Over the past three years, the 100 Club has spent an average of about 90 percent of total revenue on current needs. That means that our fund-raising and administration costs over that period averaged 10 percent.
Q: I want to make a donation. Where can I send it? How do I make out the check?
A: You may send your check to: 5033 N. 19th Ave., Suite. 123, Phoenix, AZ 85015. Please make the check payable to 100 Club of Arizona.
Q: Someone suspicious-looking is collecting money in my town for your organization. Are they legitimate?
A: Please report this to the 100 Club Office: 602-485-0100. THE 100 CLUB OF ARIZONA DOES NOT USE TELEMARKETING!
Q: Do public safety officers or firefighters have to be members of the 100 Club in order to receive a benefit?
A: No, it is not required for public safety officers, firefighters, their families or the agencies they work for to be members of the 100 Club of Arizona to receive a benefit from our organization. |
