https://beatitudescampus.org/ Organization Mission To create an environment where residents can flourish, age with dignity, and experience joy and peace — a faith-based, nonprofit senior living community serving people of all backgrounds since 1965. Age Restrictions Not formally published for outside volunteers; opportunities include working directly with older adult residents. Application Process Not detailed publicly beyond general contact; interested volunteers should reach out through the Beatitudes Campus website or Beatitudes Campus Foundation to ask about current openings among their 100+ resident committees, clubs, and volunteer activities. Description A 27-acre nonprofit Life Plan Community in north central Phoenix offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care, along with lifelong learning classes, concerts, and spiritual programs — having served more than 20,000 seniors since 1964. Firsthand Experience

https://bbyo.org/get-involved/become-an-advisor / https://azabbg.bbyo.org/ Organization Mission "More Jewish teens, more meaningful Jewish experiences" — empowering Jewish teens to build leadership skills, community, and identity through chapter programs, conventions, and service. Age Restrictions Teen membership generally spans grades 8–12; adult volunteer advisors must be adults (18+) able to commit roughly 3+ hours/week. Application Process Prospective adult volunteers complete a Volunteer Chapter Advisor Application (via BBYO's VolunteerMatters portal), which includes a background check and orientation before being paired with a local chapter. Description BBYO advisors serve as positive adult role models who supervise and guide AZA/BBG chapters, helping teens plan programming, develop leadership skills, and participate in regional conventions and community service (TASC — Teens Actively Serving the Community) — without taking over decision-making from the teens themselves. Firsthand Experience

https://nursa.com/facilities/barton-house-scottsdale-az Organization Mission A senior living community in the Phoenix/Scottsdale/Paradise Valley area specializing in assisted living and memory care for individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia, emphasizing dignity, safety, and personalized care. Age Restrictions Not published; volunteer roles at senior living/memory care facilities are typically open to adults, with some facilities allowing supervised teen volunteers. Application Process Not publicly listed. Best approach is to contact the specific Barton House location directly to ask about visiting/volunteer programs, as it functions primarily as a private care residence rather than a volunteer-driven nonprofit. Description Barton House offers a home-like, secure environment with 24-hour supervision, personalized care plans, and engagement programming for residents with memory-related conditions. Firsthand Experience

https://bhhslegacy.org/backpack-buddies/ Organization Mission To ensure children in foster care, Title I schools, and military families across Maricopa County and Arizona's Tri-State region have the essentials — uniforms, shoes, hygiene items, and school supplies — they need to thrive, removing barriers between a child and their education. Age Restrictions Not specified for adult volunteers; family/group volunteer opportunities are common at events (school supply packing, personal shopper roles for students). Application Process Volunteer at seasonal back-to-school distribution events (e.g., at Phoenix College or Grand Canyon University) or the Tri-State "Connection Express" bus events. Sign-up information is available through bhhslegacy.org or by contacting Legacy Connection directly. Description Backpack Buddies provides a "total package" of support valued at about $450 per student, plus year-round Emergency Clothing Closets on school campuses and Legacy Library literacy programs, reaching more than 15,000 children annually. Firsthand Experience

https://www.azld4dems.org/ (volunteer sign-up also via https://www.mobilize.us/ld4democrats/) Organization Mission LD4 Democrats work to elect Democrats up and down the ballot in Arizona's 4th Legislative District (Maricopa County) and hold elected leaders accountable, hosting weekly voter outreach, town halls, community service, and social events. Age Restrictions Not formally stated; general political volunteering is typically open to all ages, though certain roles (e.g., official poll work) require being 18+. Application Process Sign up as a volunteer directly on the LD4 Dems website or via Mobilize. Volunteer roles include canvassing, phone/text banking, event support, letter/postcard writing, content contribution, driving/delivery, office duties, data entry, petition circulating, fundraising, and voter registration outreach. Description Described as "the most competitive district in Arizona," LD4 Democrats organize grassroots efforts to flip the Arizona Legislature, combining political organizing with community-building events like happy hours and house parties. Firsthand Experience

https://azcancerfoundation.org/ Organization Mission "Our mission is to create a centralized hub of support for pediatric cancer warriors and their families, all within one location" — providing social, emotional, and financial support directly to families managing pediatric cancer. Age Restrictions Not specified for general volunteers; sign-up is coordinated by their volunteer team for events (golf tournament, Gala, "Sunshine" warrior visits). Application Process Volunteers assist with warrior Sunshine visits and outreach events around the community, including the annual golf tournament/fundraiser and annual Gala. Interested volunteers should reach out via the "How to Help" page or contact staff directly (Scottsdale office, 7010 E Cochise Rd) to be connected with current opportunities. Description Operating from a 12,000-square-foot facility in Scottsdale, ACFC has supported more than 10,000 children and families, offering financial assistance, emotional support, social programs, a boutique, and meals for families navigating pediatric cancer. Firsthand Experience

https://aylus.org/ Organization Mission "AYLUS is a student-run nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of communities, helping people thrive by developing leadership, integrity, and innovation through the planning and execution of volunteer service projects." Age Restrictions Open primarily to middle school and high school students (teen-led and teen-run); specific branch requirements (such as the Phoenix or Scottsdale, AZ chapters) may vary — confirm with the local branch. Application Process Students interested in joining or starting a local branch (e.g., the Phoenix or Scottsdale branches) apply by contacting the branch directly via the email listed on its aylus.org branch page or by reaching out to the National Board through aylus.org to inquire about founding a new chapter. Description A national, student-run 501(c)(3)-affiliated nonprofit with local chapters (including Phoenix, AZ and Scottsdale, AZ branches) that organizes youth-led volunteer service projects such as senior center visits, tutoring, donation drives, and community health initiatives, aiming to build leadership skills in its teen members while serving local communities. Firsthand Experience

https://www.autismdiscovery.org/ Organization Mission "The Autism Discovery and Treatment Foundation (ADTF) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families living with complex medical conditions — including autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders — by researching predictive biomarkers to enable earlier diagnosis and targeted treatment, and by educating scientists, medical professionals, and families." Age Restrictions Not specified — ADTF is primarily a research and treatment foundation based in Phoenix rather than a hands-on youth volunteer program. Volunteer/support opportunities (e.g., fundraising, awareness) would need to be confirmed directly with the foundation, as no public age restriction is listed. Application Process Contact ADTF directly through the contact form at autismdiscovery.org or via info@autismdiscovery.org to inquire about volunteer, donation, or research-support opportunities. Description A Phoenix-based 501(c)(3) research foundation, co-founded by Dr. Richard E. Frye, focused on identifying biomarkers of autism spectrum disorder and related neurodevelopmental/metabolic conditions to enable earlier diagnosis and more effective, individualized treatments, including research into repurposed therapies such as leucovorin. Firsthand Experience

https://www.alphx.org/ Mission "Assistance League of Phoenix improves the lives of children through philanthropic programs that fulfill basic needs, foster self-esteem, and enhance quality of life." Age Restrictions Volunteers must be 18 or older for adult members, though this varies by program — group and family-friendly volunteer opportunities (such as the Delivering Dreams Buses) may accommodate younger participants with adult supervision. Confirm specific age requirements per program with ALP. Application Process Individuals and groups can sign up for volunteer opportunities through the Assistance League of Phoenix website (alphx.org) or by contacting volunteer@alphx.org; membership applications for ongoing involvement are also available on the site. Description A volunteer-driven nonprofit chapter of the National Assistance League serving the Greater Phoenix area since the early 1960s through four core programs: Operation School Bell (clothing, shoes, and hygiene items for children living in poverty), Wee Help (layettes for new mothers), HUGS (comfort teddy bears for children in crisis via first responders), and Book Gifts (books for children served through its other programs). Firsthand Experience

https://www.asha.org/ Mission "ASHA is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists, supporting its members and advancing the professions and the people they serve." Age Restrictions No fixed age minimum is published; volunteer roles (committees, boards, councils, item-writing, elected office) are intended for ASHA members, certificate holders, and affiliates, who are generally credentialed adult professionals or students in relevant graduate programs. Application Process Apply for open committee, board, or council positions through ASHA's "Become a Volunteer" page (asha.org), which lists current openings and submission deadlines; state association-specific opportunities are also posted on ASHA's volunteer calendar. Description A national professional and credentialing association of roughly 200,000+ members supporting audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and hearing/language scientists, offering members ways to volunteer through elected leadership, national committees, and item-writing/advisory roles. Firsthand Experience