About UsThe Arizona Informant Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that provides educational opportunities for African American students in Arizona. The foundation’s goal is to increase participation of African Americans within the communications and journalism industry by providing scholarships to students who are pursuing journalism or communications degree either though traditional educational means, such as college majors, or specialized educational of internship opportunities.
ServicesAnother key goal of the foundation is to promote health literacy to reduce health care disparities in the African American community. Through the foundation community forums, workshops and health fairs are conducted on a regular basis.
AZIF also publishes a quarterly health care magazine to assist with outreach programs. AAAH! (Arizona African American Health) was launched in the Fall of 2009. Our partnerships with key community organizations allows for new and better ways to serve the African American population in Arizona.
Arizona African American Health Magazine
Programs
The Books on Top Phoenix Project (BTPP) provides an opportunity for teens to learn how to develop an idea and turn it into a business plan and a successful business venture. The Books on Top Phoenix Project focuses on pride, self esteem, a sense of achievement and leadership. With the BTPP, Youth participants learn real world business skills; team building, financial and money management, verbal communication skills and business etiquette.
Fundraising
The Arizona Informant Foundation receives approximately half of its annual income from our major fundraising events. Each event is run by a leadership team and we are always looking for new volunteers. There are also many other fundraising events organized by various groups, clubs and individuals throughout the year.
Community Events
