1.2 Million Reasons to Give

Imagine a world where all 1.2 million of Arizona’s school students have abundant opportunities and the necessary resources to succeed. By supporting AEF, you’re investing in programs that foster educational excellence and possibility, building a brighter future for all Arizona students. 

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Be Part of Arizona’s Public
Education Success Story

Imagine a future where every child in Arizona has the chance to thrive, where teachers are celebrated as heroes, and schools radiate with innovation and opportunity. By giving to the Arizona Educational Foundation, you ignite that vision. Your support fuels excellence in education, directly empowering the teachers who inspire, the students who dream, and the schools that shape tomorrow. When you invest in AEF, you’re building Arizona’s future—nurturing leaders, enriching school programs, and creating vibrant learning experiences that ripple through communities statewide. Every dollar you give is a bold step toward a stronger, smarter tomorrow brimming with possibility. Your contribution isn’t just a donation—it’s a legacy of impact, lifting the quality of education and securing the success of generations to come.

Public Education Transforms Lives

Public education is the cornerstone of our future. You’re not just giving to AEF; you’re sparking a revolution of awareness, pride, and unwavering value in the places where dreams are born and potential is unleashed. This is your moment to lift Arizona up, to inspire a legacy of unity and strength that echoes for generations.

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Join the Movement to Help Public Schools Shine

Since 1983, AEF has poured over $18 million into the heart of Arizona’s public schools, building a legacy of opportunity that spans generations. In 2024 alone, AEF empowered 2,373 teachers with 9,449 hours of transformative training and touched the lives of 573,017 students across 1,948 schools in 253 districts. This isn’t just impact—it’s a movement.  Be part of the story of progress and possibility—donate now to light the way for educators to inspire and students to soar.

Many Ways to Give:

Donor Advised Funds

Gift and Estate Planning

Employer Matching Funds

For questions or more information on unique ways you can make a meaningful impact on Arizona’s public schools, reach out to Chance Stribling at chance@azedfoundation.org.

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Be a GEM: Give Every Month & Maximize Your Impact

Have a heart for Arizona public education! Set up your monthly reoccurring donation of at least $10 per month to receive a custom 3-D printed “Have a Heart” pin (with magnetic back) created by an educator in our Cox Innovation Lab.

  • $10 a month supports professional development opportunities for aspiring school leaders and first-year principals.
  • $15 a month helps provide Arizona Spelling Bee educational materials for one student.
  • $20 a month contributes to innovative STEM classroom projects and initiatives.
  • $30 a month assists in recognizing and celebrating outstanding schools.
  • $50 a month helps fund statewide educational programs and initiatives.

Give With Confidence

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AEF received 4 out of 4 stars from Charity Navigator with a 99% satisfaction score.
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