ICAN is a free, out-of-school time program that serves East Valley youth. By investing in ICAN’s future through long-term funding, we canleave a legacy deeply rooted in the betterment of the communities we all love so dearly. We canfund innovation through inventive programming. We cangrow opportunities for more children to thrive. We can ensure the students have access to the educators, mentors, and staff that uplift us all.
As one of only a handful of free programs like this in the country, we can’t do it alone, but… Together, We Can!
Ways to Give
Leave a legacy of hope by investing in the future needs of our community’s youth through gifts made to ICAN. You can leave a planned gift or directly make a contribution today. If you have any questions about how to donate, we’re here to help.
ICAN by the Numbers
ICAN, a free service to help underserved youth, was founded in Chandler, AZ in 1991 by Henry Salinas in an effort to do something about the violence taking over his neighborhood. Henry’s initial investment of time and compassion blossomed into a full-service youth center whose programs are still free to the community. Today, ICAN continues to positively impact youth, teens, and their families throughout the East Valley.
- More than 700 East Valley youth served annually
- Nearly 100% of youth participate in the Free & Reduced-Price School Lunch program
- More than 80% of youth come from communities of color
- Youth served range from 5 to 18 years of age
- 48% of youth are in single parent households
Leave a Legacy
We are here to help you get started. Please fill out the form below to contact Nicole Szymkowski, Director of Philanthropy. Or, call her directly at (480) 874-7578 .
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ICAN is a 501(c)3 (nonprofit) organization and donations are tax deductible. ICAN is a license-exempt child care facility. Federal Tax ID: 86-0761030
