Pinnacle Presbyterian Church

What Pinnacle Presbyterian Church does

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church is a non-profit Presbyterian congregation headquartered at 25150 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, Arizona, operating with 19 employees across a single campus that houses its sanctuary, fellowship hall, preschool, and administrative offices. The church delivers a multi-vertical community-serving portfolio: weekly worship services (8 AM Chapel and 10 AM Sanctuary, with livestream), age-based ministry programs (Pinnacle Kids for nursery through 5th grade; Pinnacle Youth for 6th-12th grade), adult faith formation, Stephen Ministry community caregiving, and a broad mission footprint that includes four international partners (Bethlehem Initiative/Dar al Kalima, Mission of Mercy, Haiti/Harmony Ministries, Israel/Palestine Initiative) and six local community partners (UMOM, Andre House, Foothills Caring Corps, DUET, Vista del Camino, Habitat for Humanity). A separately branded community center, Fran Park Center, serves seniors, and the church also runs the Sing for Life Chorus for individuals with early-to-mid-stage dementia and the Pinnacle Concert Series.

The organization's core commercial offering is Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten, established in 1994 and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) — one of only two accredited programs in Scottsdale (99th percentile at 2012 re-accreditation). The preschool runs a Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum with sub-programs including Mini 3s, Pre-K, 3-year-old classes, Kindergarten, the Cottontail Parent-Toddler Program, Extended Day sessions, and Summer Adventure Camp. Technology infrastructure is built on commodity SaaS: a Squarespace-hosted website, Constant Contact email, Pushpay for giving, PayPal for registration fees, SignUpGenius for tours, Google Analytics, a custom mobile app, and sermon podcast distribution across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Audible. The Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Foundation, established in 2006, provides long-term financial stewardship.

Revenue mechanics span tuition (preschool $4,780-$8,660/year subscription billing; Kindergarten $13,000 annual), registration fees ($100-$300), summer camp unit pricing ($230-$1,450), member donations and tithes via Pushpay, special offerings, and facility rentals to community groups. Governance is supported by an Elder and Deacon structure, and the church is led by Senior Pastor Rev. Erik Khoobyarian alongside pastors Rev. Leah Quarles, Dr. Michael Hegeman, and Dr. Craig Barnes, with preschool operations led by Director Sabrina Ball. The preschool is supported by Director of Educational Practices Kelsey Vasquez and Office Administrator Diana Englund. The organization has no parent company, no subsidiaries outside wholly owned operating arms, no public funding rounds, and no M&A history.

Name

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church

Legal name

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church

Website

https://pinnaclepres.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church is a non-profit Presbyterian congregation in Scottsdale, Arizona, operating weekly worship services, a NAEYC-accredited Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool and kindergarten, age-based children's and youth ministries, Stephen Ministry caregiving, and local and international mission outreach programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious and Educational Community Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

Keywords

• Presbyterian worship services
• Early childhood education
• Preschool kindergarten programs
• Faith-based community ministry
• Pastoral care services

Headquarters

HQ city

Scottsdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Facility Rentals: Church facilities are available for rent by community groups, generating additional revenue streams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church is a non-profit religious congregation that provides Presbyterian worship services, faith formation programs, and pastoral care to its members and the Scottsdale community. It also operates an NAEYC-accredited Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool and kindergarten, early childhood education programs, youth and children's ministries, Stephen Ministry caregiving, and community mission and service initiatives.

Product overview

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church operates as a multi-service religious and educational organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of programs. The primary educational offering is Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten, a NAEYC-accredited early childhood education center established in 1994, featuring a Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum for children from 18 months through kindergarten age, including the Cottontail Parent-Toddler Program, Extended Day Program, and Summer Adventure Camp. The church also provides age-based ministry programs including Pinnacle Kids (nursery through 5th grade), Pinnacle Youth (6th-12th grade), and adult programming. Worship services are held Sundays at 8 AM and 10 AM with live streaming. Additional offerings include Stephen Ministry (confidential caregiving), Mission & Service Programs (including Haiti, homeless outreach, and international missions), Vacation Bible School, sermon podcasts distributed via Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/Audible, a church mobile app, Pinnacle Concert Series, Sing for Life Chorus for dementia care, and the Annual Atelier Exhibit. The portfolio is unified by the church's mission of faith-based community engagement across all life stages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten: NAEYC-accredited early childhood education program inspired by Reggio Emilia approach, serving children from infancy through kindergarten.
• Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Foundation
• Fran Park Center
• Sing for Life Chorus
• Pinnacle Concert Series

Products and services

• Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten A Reggio Emilia-inspired early childhood education program accredited by NAEYC, serving children from 18 months through kindergarten age with focus on emergent curriculum, hands-on learning, and Christian values.
• Cottontail Parent-Toddler Program A gentle introduction to preschool environment for toddlers aged 18-30 months, where children attend with their caregivers to learn and play without separation.
• Preschool Program Early childhood education program for children ages 3-5, including Mini 3s, Pre-K classes, and 3-year-old classes, following Arizona Department of Education guidelines.
• Kindergarten Program Full-day kindergarten with Reggio-inspired approach, featuring enrichment programs including Atelier, Music, Spanish, Movement, and Culinary Arts.
• Extended Day Program Afternoon classes at preschool offered in six to eight-week sessions, providing children with various interest-based activities after regular school hours.
• Summer Adventure Camp Weekly summer camp for children ages 3-8 featuring themed activities including science, art, engineering, cooking, and outdoor exploration.
• Pinnacle Kids Children's ministry program for nursery through 5th grade, featuring Sunday programming, church school, music programs (Buzzy Bees, Music Makers), and Vacation Bible School.
• Pinnacle Youth Youth ministry for 6th-12th grade featuring weekly programs, mission trips (Summit), youth music, Scouts, and youth worship leadership opportunities.
• Worship Services Weekly worship gatherings on Sundays at 8 AM Chapel and 10 AM Sanctuary, with live streaming available. Features casual traditional worship with contemporary music.
• Sermon Podcasts Audio recordings of weekly sermons available through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Audible for on-demand listening.
• Stephen Ministry Confidential one-to-one Christian caregiving ministry where trained lay people provide emotional and spiritual support to individuals experiencing difficulties.
• Mission & Service Programs Mission initiatives including Haiti partnership, homeless outreach (Andre House, UMOM), community support (Vista del Camino, Foothills Caring Corps, DUET), and international missions (Bethlehem Initiative, Mission of Mercy).
• Pinnacle Concert Series Concert programming offered to the community featuring various musical performances.
• Sing for Life Chorus Music program designed for individuals with early to mid-stage dementia and their caregivers, combining singing and fellowship.
• Vacation Bible School (VBS) Annual week-long summer program for children featuring worship, Bible study, art, science activities, and games.
• Annual Atelier Exhibit Annual exhibition showcasing preschool student projects and learning documentation created throughout the school year.
• Pinnacle App Mobile application for church community engagement, providing access to events, content, and connection opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ranked in the 99th percentile of schools accredited by NAEYC (2012 re-accreditation)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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App detail

Integration11 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The Community PantryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Nonprofit organization in Gallup, NM. Pinnacle Summit Youth (9th grade through graduating seniors) volunteer with The Community Pantry during annual summer mission trip (June 17-24, 2026).
• Stephen Ministries St. LouiscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1975National not-for-profit Christian educational organization that provides training and resources for Stephen Ministry. Pinnacle's Stephen Ministry equips lay people to provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care to individuals experiencing difficulties. Stephen Ministers complete 50 hours of training.
• Habitat for HumanityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit, nondenominational Christian housing organization. Pinnacle Presbyterian has actively participated since 1996, sending crews multiple times yearly to help build homes. No prior construction experience required. Contact: George Welu.
• UMOM New Day CentersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArizona's largest homeless shelter for families. Provides safe shelter, housing, and supportive services to help homeless families reach their greatest potential. Part of Pinnacle's Pinnacle Promise homelessness initiative.
• Andre HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinistry to homeless and poor populations of greater Phoenix located in Capital Mall District. Pinnacle volunteers help prepare and serve meals monthly through the soup kitchen. Part of Pinnacle Promise homelessness initiative.
• Mission of MercyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides free medical care from six Valley clinics to uninsured, under-insured, and those who 'fall through the cracks' economically. Part of Pinnacle's international mission initiatives.
• Haiti - Harmony MinistriesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHaiti Initiative facilitates and supports the work of Harmony Ministries to spread and live the Word of God in Haiti, increase awareness of immediate and longer-term needs, and engage Pinnacle congregation in ministry.
• Bethlehem Initiative / Dar al KalimaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiative strives to 'unlock hope where hope was born.' Supports education and employment through DAK University College of Arts and Culture in Bethlehem. Mission is to educate the next generation of creative leaders.
• Foothills Caring CorpsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit providing support services to homebound and frail elderly adults in the Scottsdale area.
• DUETminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPromotes health and wellbeing through broad range of services to older adults who need one-on-one support.
• Vista del CaminominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity of Scottsdale community center providing emergency social services, counseling, financial assistance, job preparation, and youth programs.
• National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly childhood education accreditation body. Pinnacle Preschool is one of only two schools in Scottsdale accredited by NAEYC, meeting rigorous national standards for educational practices, health, and safety.
• Reggio Emilia Schools (Italy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian early childhood education philosophy inspiring Pinnacle's curriculum. Emphasizes children as powerful, capable learners who construct knowledge through exploration. Features 'Hundred Languages of Children' approach and Atelier program.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Christ Church of the Valley (CCV): One of the largest multi-site churches in the Phoenix metro with broad community programming and digital engagement. Larger scale and multi-site footprint place it as a broader incumbent in the same regional religious and family-services space.
• Phoenix Union Presbytery: Regional governing body for PC(USA) congregations in the Phoenix metro. Provides oversight, resources, and shared programming across member churches including Pinnacle, and represents a broader institutional incumbent in the same denominational space.

Direct peers

• North Scottsdale United Methodist Church: Mainline Protestant congregation in Scottsdale with similar family-oriented programming and community engagement. Same local market and comparable member profile make it a relevant mainline peer.
• Scottsdale Bible Church: Large non-denominational evangelical church headquartered in Scottsdale with comparable family-focused programming, children's and student ministries, and community outreach. Targets the same Scottsdale family demographic with a similar multi-generational ministry approach.
• St. Barnabas on the Desert: Episcopal congregation in the Scottsdale/Paradise Valley area with a long-established presence, multi-generational ministries, and community service orientation. Comparable in size and demographic focus to Pinnacle in the same local market.
• First Presbyterian Church of Phoenix: PC(USA) congregation in downtown Phoenix with similar worship, education, and community ministry programming. Same denomination, same Arizona metro, and overlapping member demographics make it the most direct comparable Presbyterian peer in the region.
• Temple Solel: Reform Jewish congregation in Scottsdale with comparable religious-school programming, life-cycle services, and community outreach. Targets the same affluent Scottsdale demographic with a similar full-service congregational model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/pinnaclepresbyterian
• Facebookfacebook.com/pinnaclepres
• Instagraminstagram.com/pinnacle.preschool.kinder
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pinnacle-presbyterian-church

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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