ACLU of Arizona
The ACLU of Arizona defends individual rights in Arizona through litigation, legislation, and public education.
Arizona Asian American Association
This association's goal is to enhance unity, bring awareness to the public of cultural diversity, and address relevant issues, thereby strengthen the relationship between Asian Americans and the community at large.
Black Lives Matter Phoenix Metro
Black Lives Matter Phoenix Metro is a “Black, Queer, and Femme led organization, that centers Black people who are the most impacted and marginalized.”
Chicanos Por La Causa
Chicanos Por La Causa was founded in 1969 to confront oppression facing Latinos in Phoenix as part of the movement led by Cesar Chavez. They are one of the largest Hispanic nonprofits in the country, promoting stronger and healthier communities throughout the southwestern United States. Their community presence spans a comprehensive range of bilingual and bi-cultural services in Health & Human Services, Housing, Education, and Economic Development.
City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department
Phoenix's Neighborhood Services Department “focuses on preserving and revitalizing Phoenix neighborhoods and helping residents to access city services and programs.” On this page, learn about Love Your Block Grants and Block Watch Grants.
LUCHA - Living United for Change in Arizona
LUCHA is an organization that fights for social, racial, and economic transformation in Arizona’s communities.
Native American Connections
Established in 1972, Native American Connections works to improve the lives of individuals and families by providing shelter, affordable housing, and culturally competent healing to the Native American community.
Native American Disability Law Center
The Native American Disability Law Center advocates for the rights of Native Americans with disabilities in the Four Corners area. They address civil rights, special education, health care, and rights to public and private services. Their staff investigates abuse and neglect in care facilities and provides rights-based training for people with disabilities as well as their families, educators, and service providers.
Phoenix Indian Center
Formed in 1947, the Phoenix Indian Center provides employment, education, cultural-enrichment, and community-engagement services for urban American Indians residing in Maricopa County.
Phoenix Police Department Civilian Review Board
The Civilian Review Board was approved by the City Council to perform independent civilian oversight of the Phoenix Police Department. Find an application to be a member of the Board on the Board's website.
Phoenix Police Department's Community Engagement Bureau
A central hub for citywide community engagement, the Community Engagement Bureau routinely works with personnel from all seven precincts to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Phoenix. The Bureau operates several programs that aim to strengthen partnerships between the police and residents.
Tucson Indian Center
The mission of the Tucson Indian Center is to lead, serve, empower and advocate for the Tucson urban American Indian Community and others, by providing culturally appropriate wellness and social services.
Valley Interfaith Project
Valley Interfaith Project (VIP) is a non-partisan organization that trains local citizen groups to be active participants in all levels of our democracy. VIP builds relational power by connecting institutions and identifying and promoting issues of mutual self-interest.