The 2024 Annual Report is here! Inside, you’ll see how your support has truly touched the lives of the children and families we serve. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment.
2024 Annual Report
Our Mission Ryan House enriches the quality of life and creates cherished memories for children and their families, providing a much-needed break from 24/7 caregiving, as they navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys. Our Vision We believe that everyone deserves care, dignity, peace, and compassion, especially as they face the unimaginable challenges of a life-limiting condition. As a leader in children’s palliative care, our goal is twofold: Providing care to children and their families and sharing information with other communities to assist them in developing their own unique models of care to help more families in need.
Our Values Our values encompass everyone in our community.
Care : We provide loving care and enhance the quality of life for children and families.
People : We nurture relationships built on mutual trust.
Compassion : We navigate challenging situations with kindness and love.
“We cannot express how grateful we are for Ryan House and the exceptional care from the excellent staff. Thank You So Much!”
Dignity : We honor and respect the unique journeys of all children and their families.
Peace : We embrace children and their families while offering comfort and support in a homelike environment.
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Providing hope,
health, and happiness
Thank you for being part of our Ryan House family.
As we celebrate a remarkable milestone, Ryan House’s 15th Anniversary in 2025, we’re excited to share a refreshed look for our 2024 Annual Report, including our commemorative logo, designed by our generous friends at LAVIDGE! It’s more than a new design; it’s a tribute to the compassion, generosity, and unwavering support that have brought us here and continue to guide our future. More than 15 years ago, Ryan House began as a vision rooted in love, dignity, and comfort for children with life-limiting conditions. Today, that vision is a reality, thanks to you. Every moment of respite, every memory made, and every ounce of comfort provided to our families is made possible by your generosity.
Because of you, in the past 15 years, we’ve been able to: • Welcome and care for over 1,000 children since 2010 • Offer 550,560 hours of much-needed respite care • Fill countless hearts with cherished memories
These are not just numbers. They are lifelines.
Behind every one of these moments is a community of generous supporters who make them possible. In this report, you will read about one of our incredible donors, Sundt, whose renovation of our beloved S’more Café—truly the heart of our home—has created a brighter, warmer gathering space for families. Their continued generosity through the Sundt Foundation has supported our signature events and granted vital funding that directly impacts our mission.
2024 Board of Directors Members Jane Andersen Randy Ek Daniel Franks Christine Guthrie Tom Jarvis Asha Karunakaran Chris Lutes Shannon Schroeder Lisa Swanson Patti Tucker Beth Warne
As more children with life-limiting conditions live longer due to medical advances, the demand for our services continues to grow. With a $3.9 million annual operating budget, your ongoing support is not just appreciated—it’s essential.
We are deeply grateful to be on this journey with you. Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us build a future filled with comfort, joy, and unwavering care for the children and families we serve.
Executive Committee Ashley Crowell, Chair Mary Thompson, Vice Chair
Ex-Officio Members Rachel Behrendt, DNP, RN, NEA-BC Senior Vice President, Operations, Hospice of the Valley Tracy Leonard-Warner, MHI, MT-BC Executive Director
With gratitude, Tracy
Rob Maver, Treasurer Oliver Fultz, Secretary
Mary
Keeley Dean, Member at Large Laura Tolson, Member at Large
Tracy Leonard-Warner, MHI, MT-BC
Mary Thompson
Executive Director
2025 Board Chair
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Respite Care Respite care is a gift of time; short-term overnight stays that help a family take breaks from the stress of 24/7 home care.
“The staff at Ryan House goes above and beyond to make my daughter (and myself) feel welcome and safe. Thank you for offering this AMAZING service.”
Palliative Care Pediatric palliative care provides compassionate, conversation-driven support that helps families of children with life-limiting conditions navigate medical challenges, build resilience, and find clarity through emotional, psychosocial, and communication guidance.
Pediatric End-of-Life Care Families with a child facing end-of-life receive supportive planning and compassionate care consistent with clinical, cultural, and ethical standards.
Grief and Bereavement Support We offer Sibling Bridges of Support and Hope, family counseling through various programs, a memorial wall, an annual community event to honor children who have died, and Treasured Memories boxes to families that are filled with special keepsakes.
Life-Enhancing Therapeutic Activities Certified child life specialist, certified music therapist and trained volunteers provide activities that address the isolation, pain, and fear children and siblings face with diagnosis and improve quality of life .
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Laying the Foundation of Love: A Legacy of Sundt Support and One Family’s Deep Connection
“Our team brought not only their skills, but their heart to this project... That’s what building with purpose truly means.”
was as personal as it was professional. Gwen, who lives with profound medical needs due to a traumatic brain injury at birth, has found joy, safety, and support at Ryan House for more than a decade. It’s like her second home, and the place where her family finds a few precious days each year to rest and reset.
“We are incredibly proud of this partnership,” said Emily Dwosh, executive director of the Sundt Foundation and Sundt community relations manager.
It takes more than walls and windows to build a home—it takes heart. And Sundt Construction has helped build that heart into the spaces where families gather, heal, and find comfort at Ryan House. For more than a decade, Sundt and the Sundt Foundation have supported Ryan House, not just with generous donations, but with skilled hands, compassionate hearts, and an unwavering commitment to service. Their support reaches far beyond bricks and blueprints. Through the years, they’ve given grants, gala sponsorships, in-kind donations, and volunteered time building alongside staff and community partners. Sundt’s presence has been as foundational as the beams that hold up the walls.
“There’s a three- dimensional tree with shelves on the Café wall now that echoes the tree in Ryan House’s logo,” McDonald said. “To me, it’s deeply symbolic— planting roots, building something lasting. That’s what Sundt does. This wasn’t just another job; this was a labor of love, and part of our legacy.”
Most recently, Sundt helped transform one of Ryan House’s most beloved spaces: the S’more Café. In just three weeks, 26 Sundt employee-owners volunteered more than 300 hours to renovate the kitchen, working with 11 trade partners who generously donated their time, services, and materials to upgrade the space with new appliances, cabinetry, countertops, and accessibility features. The result is a warm, fully accessible, family-friendly kitchen where
“Our team brought not only their skills, but their heart to this project. The redesigned kitchen enhances more than just functionality. It brings renewed comfort to the families who rely on Ryan House. That’s what building with purpose truly means.” Through their hands-on work, unwavering generosity, and deeply personal connection, Sundt and the Sundt Foundation have helped reinforce what Ryan House truly is—a home built not just with materials, but with meaning. “The kitchen really is the heart of Ryan House, and thanks to Sundt Construction, it now reflects the love and support that define our home,” said Ryan House Executive Director Tracy Leonard-Warner. “From day one, Jesse, Karla, and Sundt Field Engineer James McInnes approached this project with generosity, creativity, and a true understanding of our mission. The redesigned S’more Café, with its warm greens and natural wood, has a cozy, camp- like feel that beautifully fits Ryan House. It’s now a space where families gather, volunteers connect, and meaningful moments happen every day. We’re so grateful. This renovation didn’t just update our kitchen, it strengthened the foundation we’re built on.”
Special Thanks!
The S’more Café renovation wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of Sundt’s trade partners, who donated time, talent, and materials:
That legacy is woven through the core values of Sundt. Rather than writing a check, Sundt employees rolled up their sleeves, using their professional skills to create something that will serve families for years to come.
• Phoenix Design One • A&N Stone
• FKF Floorworks • Cherry Coatings • PCI • FONZO Hospitality Furniture • Irontree Plumbing • Streimer
comfort and care are served daily.
“This project wasn’t just about updating appliances—it was about building a place where families could feel safe, supported, and at home,” said Sundt Project Manager Karla Ricci. “The fact that we were contributing to children and families in their most tender moments gave everything we did so much meaning.” For Jesse McDonald, a Sundt Project Director and father to six incredible kids, including 16-year-old Gwen, who’s been enjoying respite stays at Ryan House since 2012, the project
• Corona Millworks • Royal Plywood Co. • ATI Restoration
Thank you for helping us build a space families can truly enjoy.
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Who We Serve
Impact of Your Giving:
1,355 Respite Days Provided in FY24 434,208 Hours of Respite Care Provided Since Ryan House Opened in 2010
In FY 24, 178 children and families were enrolled in our respite program. Ryan House provided 32,520 hours of respite care to 132 children with life-limiting conditions and supported 37 children and their families at end-of-life. Approximately 92% of the children qualifying for services at Ryan House reside in Maricopa County.
FY 24 Diagnoses
Trauma 2%
Neurodevelopment & Nervous System Disorders 39%
Other 17%
Cancer 8%
Last Year, Ryan House Provided: 208 Hours of Music Therapy 48 Hours of Young Arts Arizona 40 Hours of Partners that Heal
Congenital Malformations & Chromosomal Abnormalities 24%
Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders 5%
Respiratory System Disorders 5%
Race
Caucasian 47%
Because of Ryan House:
Hispanic or Latino 18%
100% of families are able to participate in activities that are meaningful to them
100% of families are able to spend more time with those close to them
100% of caregivers
American Indian/ Alaskan Native 1%
Black/ African American 7%
experience less stress and anxiety because of Ryan House
Undefined 27%
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Circle of Friends Giving Society
Ryan House’s Circle of Friends Giving Society is an exclusive group of individuals with donations of $1,000 or more in mission-critical funds during a fiscal year.
As an organization that relies solely on contributions, your commitment and generosity is the reason that we can continue caring for children and their families as they navigate life-limiting and end-of life journeys. We truly appreciate you and the support you give to Ryan House kids and families.
Nick Adamson Jane and Jon Andersen Julie and Wayne Anderson Kristin and Rick Anglin Marisa Aragon Elaine Arrieta Bohn Joel Arthur Steven Babin John and Christel Baker Jordan and Adrian Balderrama Benny Barbour Cherry and Peter Baumbusch Deanna Bell Michaile Berg Wendy Bernatavicius Harriet and Jeff Bernick Joel Bernick Anna and Craig Berry Maggy Blohm Andrea Brandon Emilie Bro Nicole Burbano Tami and Drew Burke Judi and Budd Busche Max Byfuglin and Nicole Dugan Andrew Cannella Amanda and Ryan Carr Judd Carson Julie and Wesley Clelland Nicole and Todd Coleman Jaclyn and Jonathan Condo Holly and Jonathan Cottor Hollie Crim Sharolyn and Thomas Crotty Ashley and Zach Crowell Winston Carter Vincent Castillo Ginger Clayton
Robin and Donald Crowell Sheryl and Robert Damico Kathy and Rick Davids Mike DeMore Virginia Doyle Edra Drake Judy and Gary Edens Colleen and Jim Edwards Cindy and Randy Ek Bridget and Harry Felber Delores Ferguson
Karen and Bert Hayenga Donna and Lewis Henkind Jeanne and Frank Hertz
“We are so grateful for
Sang Hee and Rob Maver Ian McConville Emily and Jesse McDonald Teresa Mello Kim and Frank Merendino Arthur Middlemist Phyllis Millemaci Caitlin Miller Diana and Franklin Mitchell Srimathy and Gopalakrishnan Mohan Michelle and Eric Moltz Carole and Arte Moreno Rob Mroz Judy and Kent Mueller Jill and Gene Nagel Sara Nichols Sabrina and Chad Norris Claudia and Paul Pararella Diane and Raymond Pava Megan and Roger Peacock Carrie and James Pierson Katie and Ricardo Pina Gary Pollard Bob Powers Linda and Michael Powers John Propstra Brigid and Hank Ragland Deborah and Patrick Riley Laurie Ritt Kiffie and Chris Robbins Betti and Richard Robinson Donna and John Romanow Eileen and Rob Rominger Birge and Christian Ruck
Liz and Christopher Sokolowski Jaime and Anthony Spinato Eric St Pierre Marie and Andrew Stegen Gail and Geoff Stickler Ryan and Cara Talamante Mary and Duane Thompson Laura and Jeff Tolson Santos Trabal Patti and Mark Tucker Kathleen and Meyer Turken Carol Turpin Ellen Page Uhl Brian Vasiloff Jon Walker Maureen Walz Doyle Webb Ryan Weed Sue Weeks Salmans and Van Salmans Francene and Jeremy Weingast Linda Whittaker Carolyn Sue and Richard Williams Marilyn and Ralph Wilson Kiley and Mathew Ward Beth and James Warne
Fred Hessler and Kathleen Mundy Cheryl J. Hintzen-Gaines and Ira Gaines Kristyn Hiryak Cheryl and Timothy Hoenig Lynn Hoffman Lisa and Jeff Huff Jane Iacobelli
Ryan House!! It makes a world of difference for our family.”
Jennifer Filart Lin Sue Flood Russell Fox Diane Frakes-Julius Tara and Daniel Franks Elle and Oliver Fultz Julie and Dieter Gable Richard Gallagher Sherra and Aram Garabedian, Jr Mary Gaston Lauralyn and Edward Gesten Nick Ghiz Charlotte and Henry Gjersdal Jacque and Richard Glazer, D.M.D Shirley Glickman Edward Gouvier, Jr Kathleen and John Graham Mara Greenberg Kathy and Dan Grubb Bill Gruwell Lisa and Dan Gurevitz Christine and Rob Guthrie Susan and Philip Hagenah Kristin and Murray Hamilton Kathleen and Michael Hanley Christine and Mike Hawkins Lorraine Hawley
Susan and James Janik Denise and Eric Kaye Joy and Charles Kelley Matt Kincaid
Courtney and Phil Koss Karen and E.J. Kotalik Lisa and Douglas Kra Diana and Howard Krasnow Gina Kuehner Kate and Howard Lakritz
Paul Ruckel Richard Ryan Dustin Schodt Xinia and Mark Schonau Jennifer Schumacher Austin Schwartz
M. Shawn Lampe J. Penny Larson
Lisa Lavoie Michael Lay Tracy Leonard-Warner and Randall Warner Joan and Robert Levine Linda Lewitter Ann Lindner Cassandra and Chad Littell Larry Lohmann Billy Long Karen and George Ludington Mary Manatt Allene and Dominic Mangone Cyndy and G. Thomas Marsh Claudia and Dan Marum
Alisha Sellers Richard Serr Tawny Shaffer Amanda Shaw
Stephen Shobin Brian Silverstein Jill and Eric Simpson
Brian Winski Penny Wise Cyndi Woerz
Maria and Steven Simpson Judy and Walter Skowronski Laura and David Sliman Hilary and Jeffrey Smedsrud Leslie and Travis Smith Missy and Andrew Smith
Marci Wolinsky DJ Younggren Beth Jo Zeitzer and Adam Nach Barbara and Barry Zemel
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Lifetime Giving Honor Roll
The Moreno Family Foundation Jill and Gene Nagel National Bank of Arizona Otto and Edna Neely Foundation Carrie and James Pierson Plexus Worldwide Leslie Propstra Joan C. Ray Charitable Foundation The David E. Reese Family Foundation Rowley Family Foundation Sue Weeks Salmans and Van Salmans Shutterfly Kristin and Drew Stanton Sundt Construction Inc. Faye and Tom Tait United States Tennis Association, Inc. Valley of the Sun Active 20/30 Wells Fargo
Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation Kathleen and John Graham Jean Grossman* Kathy and Dan Grubb Christine and Rob Guthrie The Bruce T. Halle Family Foundation Susan and Richard Hare Family Foundation Patrick Harlan Jeanne and Gary* Herberger
We are honored to recognize our most generous donors since our founding in 2004. This group has supported the children and families of Ryan House with cumulative gifts or pledges or qualifying planned gifts of $25,000 or more through September 30, 2024.
Claudia and Ray Herzog Denise and David Higgins The Keller Foundation Joy and Charles Kelley Randy and Earl Kendrick Liam’s Room Inc. Louis Legacy Foundation Major League Conditioning Ina and Murray Manaster
Over $1,000,000 Arizona Department of Health Services The Board of Visitors Gila River Indian Community Hospice of the Valley Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community $500,000 - $999,999 The Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation Three Desert Winds Foundation
The Estate of F. Theodore and Diane E Reid Salt River Project Judy and Bill Schubert Sequoia Southwest Gas Corporation State Of Arizona Steele Foundation ViaSun Corporation Joy Wili/Pam and Bob Serr/Paisley Mae Foundation $50,000 - $99,999
West Valley Lutheran Thrift Shop Western Alliance Bank of Arizona Willmeng Construction Alan D. and Wendy R. Wilson Foundation Marylou and Carlos Zilveti $25,000 - $49,999 Patricia and Patrick Althoff Arciterra Arizona Commercial Real Estate Women The Arizona Republic Joel Arthur Azadi Fine Rugs Banner University Health Plans Bashas’ Anna and Craig Berry Marjorie Buchanan Judi and Budd Busche David Cantelme Shirley C. Caris Family Foundation Shannon and Ted Chapman Susie and Wally Chester City of Phoenix Clean Machine Car Wash CopperPoint Mutual Insurance Company Holly and Jonathan Cottor Cox Charities Robert and Barbara Crist Foundation Fund Davidson Family Foundation Dignity Health Karen and David Divine Jacquie and Bennett Dorrance Elks National Foundation Employees Community Fund of Boeing Excellence In Giving, LLC The Alberta B. Farrington Foundation Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy Goodwill of Central Arizona and Northern Arizona
Larry H. Miller Charities Teresa and Todd Miller MM Brand Agency Srimathy and Gopalakrishnan Mohan Michelle and Marc Morris Nancy Okstein The Pakis Family Foundation The Bob and Renee Parsons Foundation PGA Tour, Inc. William L. and Ruth T. Pendleton Memorial Fund The Power Open John and Alice Powers Foundation The Pruessing Charitable Fund Betti and Richard Robinson Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Ryan Companies The Saguaros
Active 20-30 Club of Phoenix Arizona Coyotes Foundation Arizona Private Charitable Foundation Arizona Public Service Nancy and George Bogle Cardinals Charities Paul Chait Memorial Golf Tournament The Charro Foundation Jessica Jennifer Cohen Foundation II David and Ruth S. Coleman Foundation
Thunderbirds Charities $100,000 - $499,999 Arizona Biz Bash Inc Arizona Central Credit Union Arizona Community Foundation Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation Arizona Eastern Star Foundation Arizona Elks Major Projects Bank of America BHHS Legacy Foundation
Colten Cowell Foundation Sharon and Robert* Cottor Davignon Charitable Fund Edra Drake Diane and John Eckstein Colleen and Jim Edwards Nancy Eriksson The Estate of Rocco Emma
Werner Schumacher Seasons for Sharing Suzanne Sikora Pepper and John Sizer Liz and Christopher Sokolowski Anne and James Spellman Synergos Companies Lynn and Chip Tolleson TriWest Healthcare Alliance True Story Films Valley Anesthesiology Foundation Vitalyst
Blue Cross Blue Shield of AZ Community Health Charities DC Ranch Community Council DeMatteis Family Foundation Dutch Bros Coffee Executive Council Charities and The SAY Campaign Fiesta Bowl The Humana Foundation Jane and Mario* Iacobelli Junior League of Phoenix Kitchell Corporation Maricopa County Mercy Care Phoenix Suns Charities to Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation Bob Powers John Propstra Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Kathleen and Michael Hanley Karen and Robert C. Hobbs, Sr. Lynn Hoffman
First International Bank and Trust Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Gases and Welding Distributors Association Susan and Philip Hagenah Cheryl J. Hintzen-Gaines and Ira Gaines Jacque and Richard Glazer, D.M.D IFDA JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Kappa Kappa Gamma- Epsilon Delta
The Walmart Foundation Cindy and Michael Watts The Wayne Foundation Cindy and Paul Weiser Wentworth Property Company Western States Regional Council of Carpenters Diane Willian Zilveti Family Foundation *In Memoriam
Diana and Howard Krasnow Lerner and Rowe Gives Back Doris Lumsden Foundation McDonough Corporation Connie Moore
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FY24 Financial Snapshot
2024
2023
Assets Current Assets
$ 5,571,740
$ 5,361,849
Long Term Assets
$
320,406
$
371,243
Total Assets
$ 5,892,146 $ 5,733,092
Liabilities Current Liabilities Total Liabilities
$ 437,489 $ 537,771 $ 437,489 $ 537,771
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions With Donor Restrictions
$ $
5,148,120
$ $
4,918,292
306,537
277,029
Total Net Assets
$ 5,454,657 $ 5,195,321
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
$ 5,892,146 $ 5,733,092
Statement of Activities for the Year Ended September 30, 2024
Total Support and Revenue
$ $ $
3,878,830 3,619,494
$ 3,578,198 $ 3,459,433
Total Expenses
ryanhouse.org 110 W Muhammad Ali Way, 1st Floor Phoenix, AZ 85013 602-200-0767 info@ryanhouse.org
Change in Net Assets
259,336 $ 118,765
Expense Allocations
Sources of Operating Support & Revenue
ryanhouseorg
ryanhouseaz
Ryan House
Fundraising 12%
In-Kind 23%
Events 21%
We are 100% funded by donations. As a registered 501(c)(3) and Arizona qualifying charitable organization, any donation made, including your Arizona charitable tax credit, is tax deductible. Allocating your donation to Ryan House serves as a lifeline to our families.
Administration 8%
Corporations & Organizations 11%
Grants & Contracts 21%
Program Services 80%
Individuals 24%
As a 501(c)(3), Ryan House is eligible to receive stocks, bequests and legacy gifts. QCO code: 20088. Please call 602-200-0767 for more information.
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