Thank You for an Amazing Year! We are so very grateful for the support our College Bound AZ community gave to students this past year. Our Hoops for Hope Gala and other donations created the momentum to empower 243 youth to college or trade school. Just look at what you did! Congrats to you, RISE…
Vantage West Credit Union and College Bound AZLaunch E-Waste Initiative to Turn DiscardedElectronics into Scholarships and College Access Partnership converts corporate technology donations into scholarships, laptops, andsupport for first-generation college students in Metro Phoenix FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MESA, Ariz. (April 20, 2026) – Vantage West Credit Union and College Bound AZ today announced a new…
From First-Gen Dreams to America’s 250th Legacy: EVIT RISE Scholar Pilar Sosa Gonzalez Awarded Prestigious America 250 Scholarship on Path to Neuroscience at ASU Local First-Generation EVIT Student Awarded America 250 Scholarship on Path to ASU Neuroscience MESA, Ariz. (May 7, 2026) – College Bound AZ today announced that RISE Scholar Pilar Sosa Gonzalez, a…
Volunteers Needed! Join the October 30, 2026, Boots & Bling Gala planning committee and help make our annual fundraiser the best ever! Be a part of something special by reaching out to Lisa Rivera, [email protected]. Help is needed in preparing the auction items, decorating the venue, and identifying sponsors to showcase at the Sheraton Mesa…
Our Gratitude is Endless after the Hoops for Hope Gala! We extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors, supportive guests, and cherished friends of College Bound AZ who made our recent Hoops for Hope Gala an unforgettable evening of culture, celebration, and purpose. Together, we celebrated a milestone achievement, honoring our first Native American…
Excitement Builds around Hoops for Hope Gala, October 18, 2025! This year’s Hoops for Hope fundraising dinner has something for everyone! Love to shop? Our Silent Auction offers trips to exotic and not-so-exotic destinations. Have you ever spent the night in a castle? You can, by being the successful bidder for 2 nights at Glen…
Experience the Magic of Hoops for Hope Gala on October 18, 2025! Join us for an unforgettable evening at this year’s Hoops for Hope fundraising dinner. Tickets and sponsorships are available now for a vibrant celebration of Native American heritage through dinner, dance, and culture. This year, we honor 2021 RISE Scholar Kylie Hunts-in-Winter, a…
Happy New School Year! A Letter of Thanks College student and 2024 RISE Scholars Dallas Ross sent a letter and photos to share her progress at Xavier University with Matt Watson State Farm and his wife Bree. In 2024 Dallas Ross was a Matt Watson State Farm Community Service Scholarship recipient. Hello Mr. Watson! I am writing…
save the date! October 30, 2026 College Bound AZ Presents Boots & Bling Annual Gala! Get ready to shine at College Bound AZ’s Boots & Bling Annual Gala! Join us for a high-spirited evening of celebration, community, and impact as we rally around Arizona students and their path to college success. Dust off your boots,…
