The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation (AFFCF) is proud to announce the appointment of Amber Cordoba as its new Executive Director. Following a comprehensive search led by the Board of Directors, Cordoba was selected to lead the organization into its next chapter of serving Arizona’s children, youth, and young adults impacted by foster care.
Amber brings 20 years of leadership experience, including over a decade in nonprofit, with a proven track record of organizational growth, strategic partnerships, fundraising, and team development. Throughout her career, she has experience securing grants and sponsorships, managing multi-million-dollar operating budgets, and building mission-driven organizations focused on creating meaningful community impact. Her leadership philosophy centers on empowering people, strengthening organizational culture, and expanding opportunities for those who need them most.
In addition to her executive leadership experience, Cordoba brings a deeply personal connection to AFFCF’s mission. As a former licensed foster parent, state-appointed Foster Care Review Board member, and family support worker serving families involved with Arizona’s Department of Child Safety, she has firsthand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities within the foster care system. This combination of professional expertise and lived experience uniquely positions her to lead AFFCF in expanding its impact while remaining grounded in the needs of the children, youth, and families it serves.
“This mission is deeply aligned with both my professional experience and my personal journey, and I couldn’t be more excited to work alongside this passionate community to create opportunities for children, youth, and young adults navigating foster care,” Amber shares. “I’m honored to build on the Foundation’s incredible legacy and look forward to all that we’ll accomplish together.”
Cordoba will begin her role as Executive Director on July 20, 2026, leading AFFCF as it continues its mission of creating opportunities to build self-esteem and empower children, youth, and young adults impacted by foster care through childhood activities, education, career development, and other life-changing support.