AI Summary
The ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Arizona. With a total of $113.2K in grants paid in 2025 and a singular grantee, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION IS TO SUPPORT THE HIGHER EDUCATION NEEDS OF PAYSON ARIZONA AND ITS SURROUNDING RIM COUNTRY RURAL COMMUNITIES. WE HELP YOUNG ADULTS ASPIRE TO HIGHER EDUCATION BY MAKING A COLLEGE EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE, ATTAINABLE, AND AFFORDABLE.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Technology
Higher education
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EASTERN ARIZONA COLLEGE FOUNDATION
Thatcher, AZ
$98.2K
87%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION?
No. ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION give?
ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $98 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $113 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include EASTERN ARIZONA COLLEGE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION?
ASPIRE ARIZONA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.