College Bound News

  • October 2026

    Have you reserved your ticket? Dust off your boots, grab your bling, and join us on October 30 at the Sheraton Mesa Hotel for our annual Boots & Bling Gala! It’s a night to celebrate the donors, sponsors, students, and community members who make College Bound AZ’s mission possible. This year will be especially meaningful…

  • September 2026

    Fueling Minds with Heart Just one week into the new school year, one of our nursing students stopped by the College Bound AZ office looking for a little extra support. Before the week was over, our team was able to send him home with snacks and essentials to help get him through the weekend. A…

  • August 2026

    2025-2025 Annual Report Now Online! As we begin another year, we’re reminded that every success story starts with someone who believes in a student’s potential. Thank you for helping make that possible! Click the button to read the 2025-2026 Annual Report. Introducing Guardian Givers Because of your commitment, we’re excited to introduce a new way…

  • June 2026

    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…

  • May 2026

    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…

  • April 2026

    Mark Your Calendar for April 7 – Arizona Gives Day! This powerful statewide movement is your chance to give where you live and invest in the future of Arizona students. Your gift to College Bound AZ not only supports scholarships, college access, and career pathways – it also qualifies for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit,…

  • March 2026

    Save the Date! October 30, 2026 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, bring your bling, and prepare for a night of…

  • February 2026

    Building Pathways to Opportunity Celebrate student momentum alongside Arizona’s activities that honor the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding.  February marks Arizona statehood—and as we look toward America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, College Bound AZ is focused on what opportunity looks like now. How do we ensure today’s students can fully participate in the American…

  • January 2026

    CREATE MILES OF SMILES! AZ TAX CREDIT AVAILABLE THROUGH APRIL 15, 2026 Many Arizonans use the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit to support nonprofit organizations delivering essential services in their own communities. This “Give Where You Live” spirit has a powerful impact, helping to expand opportunity and change lives for students and families who need it…