Invest in a Student. Transform a Future.

Every student has potential.
Your investment makes the difference.

Too many young people are filled with potential, yet face overwhelming barriers that make it hard to graduate or see a clear path forward. Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates is changing that... one student at a time.

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Meet the Students You’re Helping

We help students across Arizona build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to thrive in school and life. From middle school through high school and beyond, our students receive personalized support, hands-on career exploration, and leadership training that prepares them for real-world success. Click on their links below to hear their story.

Edison

Coolidge High School

"JAG has helped me so much with just interacting with the community and just talking to more people."

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Stamalia

Tolleson Union High School

"JAG will influence me in my future by helping me build soft skills and hard skills that can help me in my career in the future."

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Daniella

Westview High School

"I'm going into my sophomore year of college for nursing and it was all because of JAG helping me apply for scholarships and being more confident."

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Sonny

PH Gonzales Elementary

"JAG gave me the tools to dream bigger. Without the program, I wouldn't have had the courage to think beyond where I was."

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Your Donation Has Power

$50

Equip a JAG Classroom with Supplies

Your gift helps purchase essential materials like resume paper, folders, binders, notebooks, and career planning tools that support daily student activities. These supplies ensure students can fully participate in leadership training, soft skill development, and project-based learning.

$100

Fund a Career Workshop in a JAG Classroom

Your support provides a career readiness workshop that could include guest speakers, mock interviews, resume coaching, or hands-on activities that expose students to in-demand career paths.

$300

Sends a Student to a JAG State Event

A contribution of $300 gives one JAG student the opportunity to attend a major JAG Arizona state event the Leadership Development Conference, Legislative Day, or the Career Development Conference.

$1,800

Sponsor a Student for a Full Year

Support one student through an entire year of the JAG program. This includes individualized coaching from a JAG Specialist, leadership development, academic guidance, and postsecondary planning, with one year of follow-up support after graduation to ensure long-term success.

$2,500

Send a Student to the National Career Development Conference

Help a student represent Arizona on a national stage at the NCDC. Your sponsorship covers travel, lodging, registration, and meals for a student to compete in career-based events, network with industry leaders, and develop professional skills alongside peers from across the country.

$100,000

Launch a New JAG Program in an Arizona School

Become a founding investor in a new JAG site. This transformational gift funds the launch and first-year operations of a JAG program at a middle or high school impacting up to 40 students annually. You’ll help bring career readiness, mentorship, and graduation support to a community in need.

Transforming Lives, One Student at a Time

Behind every statistic is a student whose life has been transformed by JAG Arizona. From overcoming personal challenges to achieving academic and career milestones, JAG students inspire us every day with their resilience and determination.

“Throughout the years, I’ve had the chance to meet amazing people, JAG officers, and attend leadership sessions that helped me grow."
Sonny Montano
“JAG is home to me. It literally changed my life.”
Rizky Watuna
"JAG has impacted my life by allowing me to to be a leader and to be able to influence the next generation."
Julian Barajas
"JAG has helped me learn more about myself and what I want do in the future. Hearing from people in career fields expanded my mind of what want to do."
Paula, Camp Verde High School
“JAG gave me the confidence that I could go to college, earn a degree, and find a career I love.”
Mario Marquez
"The best thing about JAG is how they give you many job opportunities as well as making resumes to practice for job interviews and giving back to your community."
Anthony, Paradise Valley High School
JAG gave me a place to belong and reminded me that my story matters. That I matter.”
Frida Medrano

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Why Donate to JAG?

You can be the reason a student stays in school, finds their purpose, and achieves their dreams. When you give to JAG, you’re not just funding a program, you’re investing in Arizona’s future, strengthening communities, and creating generational change.

99% Graduation Rate – Our students graduate at 20% higher rates than the state average.
8.8 Million in Scholarships – JAG students are securing their futures through college and skilled trades.
Real-World Results – JAG works directly with employers, community leaders, and educators to ensure students graduate ready for life after high school.

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Different Ways
to Give

There’s more than one way to invest in Arizona’s youth. Whether you’re an individual, foundation, or employer, your contribution to Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates helps students graduate high school prepared for college, career, and life.

Explore the giving options:

To learn more about donating to Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates or to set up a scholarship for JAG students, contact us at info@jagaz.org, click the “Contact Us” button, or give us a call at (602) 216-9503.

We’re here to help you support the next generation of leaders.

Charitable Trusts & Planned Giving

Leave a legacy of impact. Support JAG through a charitable trust, donor-advised fund, or planned gift. These contributions can help ensure the long-term sustainability of our programs while aligning with your financial and philanthropic goals. Let us know if you’d like to speak with a JAG representative about planned giving.

Corporate Sponsorships

Support student success while elevating your brand. JAG offers high-visibility sponsorship opportunities for companies that want to be part of shaping Arizona’s talent pipeline. From event sponsorships to launching a new JAG school site, our sponsorship levels offer meaningful benefits for your organization and your community.

Arizona Charitable Tax Credit

Give and get it back! As a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO Code: 20092), donations to JAG may qualify for a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona state taxes, up to $421 for individuals or $841 for couples filing jointly.

Employer Matching Gift Programs

Double your donation through your employer. Many companies offer matching gift programs that match donations made by employees to eligible nonprofits like JAG. Check with your HR department or company’s giving portal to see if your gift qualifies and make your impact go twice as far.

Scholarship Matching with The Dougherty Foundation

Multiply your impact! When you donate toward a JAG student scholarship, The Dougherty Foundation generously matches up to 50% of your contribution. They also administer the scholarship process by collecting applications and distributing funds directly to the college or university of the student’s choice. You can even create a named scholarship in your or your organization’s honor.

Recurring Monthly Giving

Small amounts, big impact. Set up an automatic monthly gift to support JAG year-round. Recurring donations provide consistent support for our students and make long-term planning possible.