Volunteer with the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona

Our desert community thrives when people come together to make a difference. Just as the desert’s resilience depends on each unique plant and creature, our community is strongest when individuals contribute their time, expertise, or perspective. Our volunteer opportunities offer meaningful ways to help shape the future of philanthropy in Southern Arizona.

We are committed to building volunteer groups and committees that reflect the diversity of our region. We encourage volunteers from all backgrounds to apply, especially those from historically underrepresented communities, including:

  • Nonprofit staff (non-executive level)
  • People of color and Indigenous individuals
  • LGBTQIA+ community members
  • Young adults
  • Persons with disabilities

Volunteer Opportunities

Grant Committees

Help ensure funding reaches those who need it most by serving on a Grant Review Committee. As a reviewer, you’ll read and score grant applications, offering your time, expertise, and perspective to guide where investments are made in Southern Arizona. Our community thrives when people come together to make a difference. By including local voices in the review process, we ensure funding decisions reflect the needs and priorities of the people these grants are meant to serve.

  • Time Commitment: depends on the grant review timeline, with more opportunities typically available in the spring
  • Eligibility Requirement: This opportunity is open to volunteers who do not have any conflicts of interest, either through work or volunteer involvement with the organizations applying for funding.
  • Learn more about CFSA’s funding opportunities at cfsaz.org/grants

Advisory Board Members

Serve on an Advisory Board to guide CFSA initiatives and help shape programs that address diverse community needs throughout the year. Your insight and perspective ensure our work stays connected to the people and issues that matter most.

  • Time Commitment: This is a year-round commitment where your expertise and perspective help strengthen the impact of philanthropy in our region.
  • Eligibility Requirement: This opportunity is open to volunteers who do not have any conflicts of interest, either through work or volunteer involvement with the organizations applying for funding.
  • Learn more about CFSA’s initiatives at cfsaz.org/initiatives

Volunteer Interest Form

Complete our Volunteer Interest Form to let us know how you’d like to contribute. Your responses help us match your skills with opportunities and ensure our volunteer groups reflect the community we serve.

Volunteer Interest Form

Please note: Submitting the form does not guarantee placement. If we’re able to match you with an opportunity to volunteer, our team will reach out. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with CFSA!