When a child walks into a MentorKids Promise Neighborhood, they don't just find a program — they find belonging. The same trusted adults. The same safe space. The same consistent investment in who they are and who they are becoming, year after year.
Everything MentorKids offers is 100% free to every student and family — no fees, no exceptions, no barriers. Your gift is what makes that possible. It funds the after-school hours, the summer mornings, the mentoring relationships, the academic support, and the leadership pipeline that grows with a child from kindergarten through high school graduation.
One student grows. A family feels it. A neighborhood sees it. A city is shaped by it.
That is the MentorKids model, and it works. Circumstance may limit opportunity, but your gift helps change that.
Free to every student. Powered by every gift.
Your Gift Builds What Lasts
Our Tax ID #86-0865368 and Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) Code is 20325. Gifts may be mailed to: MentorKids USA, 1776 N. Scottsdale Road, Box 1148, Scottsdale, Arizona 85252
“I can honestly say I've never seen any organization that's more frugal than MentorKids is. They actually make every dollar count, and they probably make it count more than once. I want the money that God has given me to steward to count, and I want to give to organizations that are really making a difference in the lives of youth.”
Dave Cavan, Cavan Companies
Give Your Way
There's more than one way to make an impact.
Find the giving path that fits you best.
Monthly Giving
Become a PromiseGiver — a recurring donor whose consistent support helps MentorKids plan, grow, and show up year after year.
Become a PromiseGiver →AZ Tax Credit
Arizona residents can give to MentorKids and receive a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit — meaning your gift may cost you nothing out of pocket.
Learn How It Works →Non-Cash Giving
Stocks, assets, and non-cash contributions can be powerful ways to give — often with significant tax advantages for the donor.
Explore Non-Cash Options →Employer Matching
Many employers will match charitable contributions dollar for dollar. Check if your company participates and double your impact.
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Arizona taxpayers:
MentorKids USA is a Qualifying Charitable Organization.
Arizona residents may receive a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit on contributions up to $470 (single) or $938 (joint filing).
Tax ID: 86-0865368 · QCO Code: 20325
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. MentorKids USA is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Your email receipt, sent upon completion of your gift, serves as your official donation record for tax purposes.
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The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit allows residents to make a cash contribution to a qualifying charitable organization and receive a dollar-for-dollar reduction on their Arizona state tax liability — not just a deduction, but a direct credit. MentorKids USA is a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO Code: 20325).
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You may receive a dollar-for-dollar credit of up to $470 (single filers) or $938 (joint filers) on your Arizona state income taxes. This means your gift to MentorKids can reduce what you owe — or increase your refund — by the full amount you gave. MentorKids USA is not a tax advisor. Please consult a qualified tax professional regarding your personal tax situation.
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Yes. Arizona offers several independent tax credits, including the Public School Extra-Curricular Credit and the Private School Tuition Organization Credit. Each operates separately, so as long as your tax liability supports it, you may take advantage of multiple credits in the same tax year.
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Claim the credit on your Arizona state tax return using Form 321 and submit your original donation receipt. MentorKids USA's QCO Code is 20325.
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Log in to your personal Donor Portal at mentorkids.givevirtuous.org to manage your account, update your payment method, or adjust your recurring gift. For the security of all donors, we are not able to make account changes on your behalf.
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Log in to your Donor Portal at mentorkids.givevirtuous.org and select Statements from the top right menu to access or download your annual giving summary.
Still Have Questions?
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Audrey Gallinger
Grants Manager
For non-cash giving, employer matching, and grant opportunities.
[email protected]Colleen Faulkner
Data Management Specialist
For donor support, giving records, account updates, donation receipts, and tax documentation.
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