To move Arizona forward,
we must move education forward.

Our Mission

To advocate for high-quality education and training that aligns with career and workforce opportunities to advance the quality of life for all Arizonans.

OUR VISION BY 2030

All Arizonans, regardless of background, have access to flexible, high-quality, and integrated education and training pathways that prepare them with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in a rapidly changing environment and to help strengthen Arizona’s economy.

Rooted in Community

Education Forward Arizona partners with educators, employers, and communities statewide to improve education outcomes and strengthen Arizona’s talent pipeline. Through strategic partnerships, ensure that every Arizonan can access and complete quality education and training that leads to high-wage, high-growth, and sustainable careers that strengthen individual opportunity and Arizona’s economy.

Our Team

Education Forward Arizona’s team is passionate about ensuring the success of all students in Arizona. Our team brings their collective expertise in championing education solutions, mobilizing leaders to take action, helping students pursue and complete a postsecondary credential, and using our voice to advance the goals in the Arizona Education Progress Meter.

MEET OUR BOARD  MEET OUR TEAM

Our Supporters

Special thanks to the following organizations for their investment of $1 million or more since February 2021:

Helios Education Foundation

Since February 2021, the following have also continued to support our organization:

Alliance Bank of Arizona
Arizona Community Foundation
Arizona First Advised Fund
Arizona State University
Bank of America
BHHS Legacy
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Carstens Family Funds
Ernst & Young LLP
First Things First
Freeport-McMoRan Foundation
GradGuard
Maricopa Community Colleges
Maricopa County
National College Attainment Network
Northern Arizona University / Arizona GEAR UP
Pharos Foundation
Phoenix IDA
Season for Sharing, The Arizona Republic
Salt River Project
Seek Common Ground
State Farm
The Steele Foundation
Thunderbirds Charities
The University of Arizona Foundation
Valley of the Sun United Way
The Welborn Family Fund
Wells Fargo

Interested in Joining Our Team?

We are always looking for the next motivated, dedicated and charismatic individual to help us on our mission. If you want to be part of making significant changes in Arizona education that benefit all students, then we think this is the place for you!

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