Our Organization

About the
Arizona Housing Fund.

A dedicated, sustainable funding source for the nonprofits building permanent affordable supportive housing across Arizona — since 2019.

A dedicated revenue source
for permanent housing.

The Arizona Housing Fund is a collaborative fund of the Arizona Community Foundation (EIN: 86-0348306). We exist as a dedicated and sustainable revenue source that grants funding to the nonprofit agencies that build and operate permanent supportive, low-income and working poor housing.

Our equity grants enable more housing units to be constructed — meeting the growing needs of communities across Arizona and reducing the number of people experiencing homelessness.

AZHF was founded in 2019 and has grown into a network of 65+ partner organizations, granting more than $2.15 million to fund 500+ housing units to date.

"Arizona working together to make a difference — one closing, one lease application, one donation at a time."

Three revenue streams.
One mission.

Escrow Donation Program

Arizona's real estate industry drives this program. Homebuilders, developers, real estate agents & brokers, title companies, buyers and sellers all voluntarily participate at the close of escrow.

Example: Meritage Homes sells a home to the Jones Family. At closing, the Jones family donates $25 to AZHF. Meritage matches their donation dollar-for-dollar.

Lease Application Program

Multifamily housing companies donate $5 per rental application to AZHF. Rental applicants and residents can also choose to participate — turning everyday housing transactions into lasting community investment.

Ask to your property manager: "Does your company participate in the AZHF Lease Application Program?" Companies can enroll at any time.

Directed Donations

Individuals, families, public and private foundations, nonprofit and for-profit corporations, community groups and government bodies give directly to AZHF. All donations are tax-deductible and go directly toward building more housing units.

EIN: 86-0348306  ·  Managed by the Arizona Community Foundation.

From donor to deed —
how your contribution builds housing.

Step 01
Directed Donations

Donors give directed donations to AZHF through the Arizona Community Foundation.

Step 02
Escrow Donations

During escrow, homebuilders, developers, real estate agents & brokers, buyers, sellers and title companies donate at closing.

Step 03
Donations Deposited

All donations are deposited in the AZHF fund at the Arizona Community Foundation, where they are managed and invested.

Step 04
Nonprofits Apply

Qualified Arizona nonprofits owning or operating permanent supportive, low-income and working poor housing apply for grants through LISC Phoenix.

Step 05
Grants Approved

The AZHF Advisory Committee reviews applications and selects projects for funding on a first-come, first-served basis aligned to our mission.

Step 06
Housing Built

Funds are distributed to qualified AZ nonprofits. Construction begins. More affordable housing units enter the market and more families find stability.

Advisory Committee

The AZHF Advisory Committee is composed of leaders from Arizona's real estate, business, nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. They review grant applications, guide strategy and ensure every dollar goes to work effectively.

To reach the advisory committee or learn more about involvement, contact us at info@arizonahousingfund.org.

Howard Epstein
Advisory Committee Member
Steve
Advisory Committee Member
Michelle Lind
Arizona Association of Realtors, Of Counsel
Tim
Advisory Committee Member
Sheila
Advisory Committee Member
Sarah
Advisory Committee Member

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