Who We Serve

​Welcome to A Mighty Change of Heart, where we are on a mission to make a profound difference in the lives of foster children and kinship children in the state of Arizona. With over 15,500 children currently in the foster care system and more joining every day, the need for support and resources has never been greater. While many dedicated foster parents open their hearts and homes to these children, the challenges they face due to limited state support and resources can be overwhelming. Often, when a child enters the system, they carry with them very little, if anything, in terms of worldly possessions, placing a heavy financial burden on foster families. This is where A Mighty Change of Heart steps in to provide hope and assistance.

How We Serve

​Why We Are Needed: The foster care system in Arizona is home to thousands of children who have faced adversity and upheaval in their young lives. When they enter the system, they often lack even the most basic necessities, from clothing and school supplies to personal items that provide comfort and security. At the same time, dedicated foster families are asked to provide not just love and care but also financial support to meet these needs.

The Financial Strain: The financial strain on foster families is a significant concern. Many of these families are already stretched thin, and the additional costs associated with caring for a new child can create immense pressure. A Mighty Change of Heart recognizes that no child should face uncertainty and instability during a time of transition. We believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and stable environment, and financial constraints should not stand in the way of achieving this goal.
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How We Make a Difference: A Mighty Change of Heart steps in to bridge the gap between limited state support and the needs of foster and kinship children. We provide essential resources, including clothing, school supplies, hygiene products, and personal items, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to start anew with dignity and hope.

​Board of Directors

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​Meet our dedicated founders and board members, Darin and Kara Moss, whose unwavering commitment to protecting and caring for children has shaped the very core of A Mighty Change of Heart. Their extraordinary journey began over a decade ago when they opened their hearts and homes as foster parents. With a deep-seated passion for making a difference, they have become beacons of hope for over 25 children, offering them a safe and loving temporary refuge.

Not content with merely providing a temporary haven, Darin and Kara have embraced the beautiful responsibility of adoption. In an act of boundless love, they have welcomed eight foster children into their forever family, a remarkable four of whom are siblings. This remarkable journey has been a testament to their enduring dedication and love for children, transforming lives and futures along the way.

For Darin and Kara, the dream of creating an organization dedicated to helping foster children has been a lifelong aspiration. Their personal experiences as foster parents and adoptive parents have not only enriched their lives but have also equipped them with unparalleled insight into the challenges and needs of foster and kinship children. Their remarkable journey exemplifies the belief that love, compassion, and action can create a mighty change in the world.

Darin and Kara Moss stand at the forefront of A Mighty Change of Heart, embodying the organization's unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Arizona's foster and kinship children. Their tireless dedication and personal experiences make them the driving force behind our mission, inspiring us all to join hands in making a lasting difference in the lives of these deserving children.

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Mike and Julie Donick, a couple raising identical twin daughters, are enthusiastic about improving their local community. Mike, a leader in the automotive industry, and Julie, an educator and advocate, are dedicated to using their energy to support A Mighty Change of Heart in inspiring and motivating as many children as possible. Their diverse backgrounds and shared commitment make them valuable assets to the organization, bringing strategic thinking, educational insight, and a passion for positive change to the cause. Together, they aim to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children in need.

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Anne and Daniel, along with their seven children, have had a diverse life journey through the U.S. Air Force, experiencing different parts of the world and witnessing the contrasts of wealth and poverty. In Chillan, they, along with their children, selflessly dedicated themselves to an orphanage, caring for 40 children ranging from newborns to four years old. These children, who had experienced abuse and abandonment, found comfort, love, and support in Anne and Daniel's compassionate care. Now settled in Arizona, they are eager to support A Mighty Change of Heart Arizona (AMCHAZ) in their mission to help children in need. Their belief that "The change begins with you!" aligns perfectly with AMCHAZ's vision, highlighting the power of collective action and love to bring about positive transformation for vulnerable children.

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​Jason and Katie Schroeder, have 11 children and live in Phoenix. He is an Owner at Elevate Construction IST in addition to working as a Field Operations Director for Okland Construction. Jason teaches builders in construction to manage operationally excellent construction projects for both field and office. He is a coach, consultant, trainer, and director.
Jason has worked in construction for 22 years with notable companies, including Hensel Phelps, DPR Construction, and others. Jason’s purpose in business is to respect workers, train leaders, and preserve families. The masterminds, boot camps, and consulting align well with where we want to steer AMCHAZ in the future with coaching foster children in remarkable events.

Our Beginnings 

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Meet the passionate founders of our organization, Jeff and Tiffany Yates, who have five children of their own and have plans to foster in the future. Jeff's upbringing in a home that offered emergency foster care for infants and newborns, many of whom arrived with challenging issues such as drug addictions and injuries, deeply influenced his perspective and ignited his commitment to make a difference.
 
Their unwavering support and dedication have been instrumental in kickstarting our incredible journey to assist foster children, and we express our heartfelt gratitude to Jeff and Tiffany Yates for their pivotal role in shaping our organization.
 
While Jeff and Tiffany may not be actively involved with AMCHAZ at present, their initial dedication and tireless efforts were foundational in building what we have become today. Their commitment and the incredible support they provided during the first three years of our organization's existence are a testament to their unwavering dedication.

​In addition to the remarkable contributions of Jeff and Tiffany, we also acknowledge Jamie Dial, the first addition to our team. Jamie played a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our mission, from filling bags with essentials to hand-delivering them all over the valley, and even beyond. Her dedication and tireless efforts are indispensable to our cause, and we wouldn’t be where we are today without her.
 
Together, these incredible individuals exemplify the spirit of A Mighty Change of Heart, demonstrating that it takes a collective effort of passionate and dedicated individuals to bring about transformative change in the lives of foster children.