We harness the collective generosity of thousands of Arizonans.
Every day, we work to improve the quality of life in Arizona by bringing generous donors together to invest in communities across our state.
Highlights
Scholarship Application Now Open
Students across Arizona can complete one application and get matched with all eligible scholarships within ACF's system.
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Meet Our New CEO
ACF’s Board of Directors selected Anna Chávez to serve as ACF's President and CEO. Chávez began her tenure in February 2023 following a national executive search process conducted by Carlson Beck and the ACF CEO Search Committee.
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Whether you have specific goals or you’re just exploring ways to give back, we’re here to help.
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With regional offices across the state, our professional staff can help you give back and make an impact in the community you call home.
ACF by the Numbers
$1.4 billion+
assets under management as of March 31, 2022.
$110 million+
distributed in grants, scholarships, and loans annually.
$1.2 billion+
awarded since inception.
2,000+
charitable funds established by individuals, families, and organizations.
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$29.1 million distributed in third quarter grants and scholarships
Between October 1 and December 31, 2022, a total of $29,108,978 was awarded from ACF funds to nonprofits and students across the state, and beyond.
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Our 2022 Annual Report
In collaboration with our donors and partners, ACF distributed more than $145 million across Arizona and its diverse communities last year.
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Each year, ACF of Sedona receives many more grant applications than we have available funding for. As a service to the community and donors, our grant panel composes a list of projects that were deemed worthy of additional funding.
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ACF Scholarship Workshop
Live Streaming on Zoom
The ACF scholarship application opens January 1, 2023! Complete one application and get matched with all eligible scholarships within our system. At this workshop, the ACF scholarship team will be available to answer your questions about the application process.
Let’s Make History Together
Chandler Center for the Arts
In celebration of Black History Month, and our work to advance equity, leadership and social justice the Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) presents Let’s Make History Together. The event features Saxophonist J. White and shines a light on the worthy programs and businesses across Arizona. Tickets are on sale for $125. Thank you to our generous sponsors: USAA, SRP, AT&T, Foresight Foundation for Economic Equality, Sonoran Technology, and Phoenix IDA.
Transferring and Holding Business Interests in Trust: What are the Concerns?
Arizona Community Foundation
Transferring interests in private companies, whether organized as an LP, LLC, S Corp, or C Corp, offers a great opportunity to move wealth in trust. There are challenges for both transferring and holding those interests in trust. But opportunities arise as well, from both a transfer tax and income tax perspective. Please join Chris Siegle for an insightful discussion of what estate planners can do to increase the plan’s efficiency, protect clients, and accomplish their goals.