2026-07-16T12:56:50-07:00 2025-12-31 990EZ 2025-01-01 863752311 BUTTERFLY GIRLZ BUTT 7023814205 9453 Havasu Canyon Avenue Las Vegas NV 89166 Tracey Valenzuela President 7022863212 2026-07-17 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X X www.butterflygirlz.org X X 4023 X 4023 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4023 0 0 0 0 1080 513 7798 9391 -5368 12284 0 6916 12284 6916 0 0 0 0 12284 6916 0 0 12284 6916 Butterfly Girlz is an 18-week prevention/intervention afterschool group leadership & empowerment mentoring program established to inspire and motivate pre-adolescent girls to become confident and courageous leaders, build character skills, and increase academic and school engagement. The program services are offered at no cost to girls ages 8-12 in disadvantaged and under resourced communities of Las Vegas. The Butterfly Girlz program exposes participants to cultural and enrichment opportunities without financial barriers. Our goal is to offer services to 20 girls annually. The Butterfly Girlz program also focuses on the emotional and mental health wellbeing of our participants by incorporating mindfulness into our sessions. In the reporting period, Butterfly Girlz successfully carried out its exempt purposes of empowering young girls through mentorship, education, and community-building initiatives. The organization provided a variety of services designed to nurture self-confidence, promote self-acceptance, and develop life skills in underserved and at-risk youth. Key achievements include: 1. Mentorship Program Expansion: - Butterfly Girlz enrolled 25 participants in its mentorship program, pairing them with experienced mentors to provide guidance, encouragement, and a safe space for personal growth. - Girls who graduated from the program were given the opportunity to return as junior mentors, fostering leadership skills and creating a sustainable mentorship model. 2. Workshops and Sessions: - Conducted a series of workshops, including sessions on diversity and inclusion, self-acceptance, and personal development. - These workshops served to instill critical thinking, foster inclusivity, and empower participants to embrace their unique identities. 3. Community Partnerships: - Partnered with local organizations and businesses, such as Raising Cane's, Raiders Foundation, ASAP DMV Services to enhance program offerings. Partnerships provided goody bags, raffle prizes for parents and fundraiser, and additional resources for participants during key events, such as Parent Orientation. 4. Parent Engagement Initiatives: - Hosted Parent Orientation sessions to engage families and create a supportive network for participants. These sessions also provided parents with tools and strategies to foster their child's growth and development. 5. Volunteer and Outreach Activities: - Butterfly Girlz recruited and trained 4 volunteers, who contributed 160 hours collectively to support the program's operations and events. 6. Positive Outcomes: - Participants demonstrated enhanced academic performance and emotional well-being, as observed by mentors and parents. By delivering these services, Butterfly Girlz has made significant strides in its mission to uplift and inspire young girls, ensuring they have the tools and support needed to thrive in all areas of life. 0 9391 9391 Tracey Valenzuela President 8 0 0 0 Danielle Davis Vice President 1 0 0 0 Tiffany Dent Secretary 0.5 0 0 0 Venus Thompson Treasurer 3 0 0 0 Jennifer Weber Officer 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Venus Thompson 8253 Thornbird Court Las Vegas NV 89131 7024970371 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 4023 4023 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4023 4023 4023 0 0 0 0 0 0 4023 1 1 X 0 12909 11129 14800 4023 42861 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12909 11129 14800 4023 42861 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 42861 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12909 11129 14800 4023 42861 1 1 0 0 X Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Other expenses include program supplies and educational materials used during youth development sessions; participant refreshments and snacks; volunteer recognition and appreciation items; office and administrative supplies; technology and software subscriptions necessary for financial management, communications, and organizational operations; website hosting and maintenance; bank and payment processing fees associated with donations and program registrations; insurance premiums; memberships; marketing and outreach materials; equipment and small purchases used to support program delivery; and other miscellaneous administrative costs necessary to operate the organization efficiently.