A foster-friendly workplace makes it easier for employees to support children and youth in foster care while giving businesses opportunities to amplify their impact through matching gifts, corporate philanthropy, and employee education. Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation is a funding and resource agency that fills critical gaps left by state funding, supporting childhood activities, education, career development, and successful transitions to adulthood.
Children and youth in foster care represent one of our community’s most underserved populations, with over 8,000 young people currently in out-of-home care across the state, according to Arizona Department of Child Safety reporting.
Corporate partnerships expand support available to these youth. Arizona employers can engage through structured giving, matching gifts, tax credit education, and corporate partnerships. We offer corporate speaking opportunities focused on foster care needs, tax credit awareness, and employer matching programs. Read on to learn how your business can build a foster-friendly workplace, make charitable giving easier for employees, and maximize the impact of every contribution to support children and youth in foster care.
Build a Foster-Friendly Workplace Through Corporate Philanthropy
Creating a foster-friendly workplace does not require an elaborate program. Employers can make a meaningful difference by raising awareness of AFFCF and giving employees clear, accessible ways to support children and youth in foster care.
Make Workplace Giving Easy to Participate In
Encouraging employees to learn about AFFCF is an easy way to start conversations about charitable work in the workplace and create opportunities to give. Recurring payroll choices or individual contributions offer convenient options. Employers can use internal communications or workplace presentations to increase engagement. We provide guest speakers for organizations interested in educating their workforce.
Educate Employees About the Arizona Foster Care Tax Credit
The Arizona Foster Care Tax Credit provides eligible state taxpayers with a dollar-for-dollar reduction in state tax liability when contributing to qualifying organizations. For 2026, maximum qualifying contributions are $632 for single filers and $1,262 for married couples filing jointly. Employers should frame tax credit awareness as education and encourage team members to consult a tax professional about eligibility.
Double the Impact With Employer Matching Gifts
Matching gift programs allow businesses to double employee support. An employee donates to an eligible non-profit and requests a corporate match.
How Matching Gift Programs Work
In a matching gift program, an employee donates to a qualified non-profit and requests a match through their company platform. Many employers match donations fully or partially, with some offering a 100% match. Employees can check with HR to confirm eligibility.
Create Simple Giving Opportunities for Employees
Employers can promote generosity through giving reminders, workplace presentations, and community event participation. Businesses can also explore payroll deduction options. Learn about engagement pathways, including Giving Day matching, program sponsorships, internships, third-party fundraisers, and speaking presentations.
Connect Workplace Giving to Meaningful Community Impact
Workplace contributions transform lives. 76% of donations to AFFCF directly fund children and youth programs.
Support Experiences, Education, and Transitions to Adulthood
Our funding addresses three vital impact areas: Childhood Activities, Keys to Success, and Post-Secondary programming. These initiatives fund sports fees, tutoring, career development, and college scholarships. Direct support builds self-esteem, advances education, and equips young adults for independence.
Strengthen Your Company’s Giving Culture
Corporate philanthropy gives employees a structured path to support the community. Giving programs boost employee engagement, purpose, and corporate social responsibility. Partnering with AFFCF supports essential programming while fostering social responsibility across the corporate sector.
Partner With AFFCF to Build a Foster-Friendly Workplace
Employers can build a foster-friendly workplace by encouraging giving, offering matching programs, sharing tax credit information, and exploring corporate partnerships. Donate to AFFCF to fund transformative experiences and educational resources for youth in care.
Explore the resources available through AFFCF for corporate philanthropy, employee education, and sponsorship opportunities. A foster-friendly workplace turns employee generosity into lasting community impact.