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Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation

These furry residents of Maricopa need all the love and support we can give them!

Angel for Paws Rescue & Sanctuary

Dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of dogs by providing a second chance through rehabilitation and potential adoption. 


Offers:

  • Rehabilitation training
  • Save a Surrender Program 
  • Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, Return (TNVR) program for Cats
  • Adopts pets to caring homes

Welcomes:

  • Fosters
  • Adoption
  • Donations (financial & supplies)

C.A.R.E. for Horses Foundation

Provides sanctuary and rehabilitation for at-risk horses. Provides educational outreach through Behavioral Horsemanship

 

Offers:

  • Behavioral rehabilitation 
  • Private training sessions
  • Monthly training seminars (Oct-May)


Welcomes:

  • Monetary Donations
  • Experienced Volunteers

Little Wiskers

No-kill organization dedicated to finding loving homes for cats and dogs of all ages.

Offers:

  • Rescues Animals
  • Spays & Neuters feral cats
  • Adopts pets to caring homes


Welcomes:

  • Donations (financial & supplies)
  • Foster Families
  • Volunteers

The Gud Ark Animal Sanctuary

Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation


Offers:

  • Tours (large & small), Field Trips, Birthday Parties, Mobile Petting Zoo
  • Community experiences with animals and agrigulture
  • Youth Animal Camps


Welcomes:

  • Donations (financial & supplies)
  • Volunteers (long & short term)


Arts, Culture, Humanities

Get Engaged with the Vibrant Maricopa Art Scene!

Maricopa Arts Council (MAC)

Supports and celebrates Arts & Culture in Maricopa - Visual, Performing, Theater, Poetry, Education and More.


Offers:

  • Many free events yearly including: Poetry slams, Art contests, Lectures, Studio crawls, Galas, Galleries and more!
  • Follow their Facebook page to stay current on MAC events


Welcomes:

  • New Members
  • Donations

Maricopa Community Theater: MCT

Be engaged in local performing arts!


Offers:

  • Acting opportunities for all ages!
  • LIVE theater productions multiple times per year!
  • Refer to ticket purchases for price and location


Welcomes:

  • Actors of all ages!
  • Paterons (Tiered levels which may include show tickets!)
  • Business / Individual Sponsors
  • Business Advertisers
  • Ushers
  • Tech Crew
  • Musicians
  • Teachers
  • Musical Directors
  • Costumers
  • Set Builders / Designers
  • Graphic Designers

Maricopa Community Youth Theater

Be engaged in local performing arts! 

Part of the Maricopa Community Theater


Offers:

  • Acting opportunities for ages 8 to 18
  • LIVE theater productions multiple times per year!
  • Refer to ticket purchases for price and location


Welcomes:

  • Actors of all ages!
  • Paterons (Tiered levels which may include show tickets!)
  • Business / Individual Sponsors
  • Business Advertisers
  • Ushers
  • Tech Crew
  • Musicians
  • Teachers
  • Musical Directors
  • Costumers
  • Set Builders / Designers
  • Graphic Designers

Maricopa Friends of the Arts (MFOTA)

Foster, promote, and financially support all Arts in the City of Maricopa.


Welcomes:

  • New Members (Annual or Lifetime)
  • Donations / Sponsors

DSPA Gems

Dedicated to enriching the Maricopa Community through the arts. Affiliated with Desert Sun Performing Arts.


Main Goals:

  • Community Outreach
  • Dance opportunities to special needs populations
  • Tuition assistance for families who cannot afford dance education.


Fundraisers:

  • Hot Wing Challenge 
  • Semi-Annual Sugar Plum Tea


Welcomes:

  • Donations

Friends of the Maricopa Library (FOTL)

Supports book sales where profits are donated to the Maricopa Library to fund amazing programs! Follow their Facebook page for the latest updates!


Fundraiser Sales Can Include:

  • Books, Puzzles, DVDs, 50/50, and more!


Welcomes:

  • Donations

Maricopa Historical Society

Keep Maricopa's diverse history alive by informing and inspiring others with an enthusiastic team of volunteers!


Offers:  

  • Museum and Visitors Center
  • Preservation of Maricopa's past 
  • Collection of artifacts, photos, books, and stories
  • Coffee on the Porch (Wed @ 9am)
  • Guest Speakers
  • Monthly Membership Meetings


Welcomes:

  • New Members
  • Artifacts (lending or donation)
  • Volunteers
  • Donations


Business

Supporting Maricopa Businesses

City of Maricopa: Chamber of Commerce

Connects, supports, and advances business across Western Pinal County (Greater Maricopa Business Alliance: GMBA)


Offers:

  • Small Business Support 
  • Networking
  • Events & Exposure
  • Business Advocacy
  • Tools and information for growth


Welcomes:

  • New Members (Business & Individual)

Black Maricopa Chamber of Commerce

Promotes economic independence and prosperity among Black business entrepreneurs


Offers:

  • Strategic Promotion
  • Ongoing Education
  • Expert Guidance & Resources
  • Community Support
  • Yearly Gala


Welcomes:

  • New Members 
  • Donations
  • Volunteers
  • Corporate Sponsors


Community & Service

DESCRIBE

MCF: Maricopa Community Foundation

A philanthropic organization that supports non-profits in the City of Maricopa and the surrounding area in Pinal County.


OVERVIEW:  MCF upport the work of other local nonprofits!


Offers

  • Fundraising opportunities for local non-profits (example: selling water at large community events)
  • Grant writing services for local non-profits (low hourly rate)
  • Non-Proft Registry
  • Grant Program 
  • Scholarship Program for youth


Welcomes:

  • Donations

Maricopa Lions Club

Organization serving the local Maricopa community.


Offers:

  • Community for Volunteers!
  • Community projects that serve and support youth
  • Supports "Shop with a Cop" Annual Holiday Event
  • Motto:  "We Serve"


Welcomes:

  • New Members

Maricopa Rotary Club

Community volunteers who work together to create positive change in their communities and around the world.


Offers:

  • Meetings - 1st & 3rd Tue each month
  • Community for those who want to give back!
  • Student of the Month program
  • Involvement in local events:               Merry Copa, Pacana Pumpkin Walk, Kids Day, Veterans Day Parade, and more
  • Support for Boys & Girls Club


Welcomes:

  • New Members


Food Insecurity and Nutrition

Feeding hungry neighbors in our community

FBC Stanfield Food Pantry

Food pantry distribution for neighbors in need.


Offers:

  • Food Pantry Distributions
  • 615 S. Stanfield Rd., Stanfield, AZ 85172
  • 3rd Saturday of the Month
  • 9am - 12pm


Welcomes:

  • Volunteers
  • Donations

Maricopa Food Pantry

Provides food bank services to the City of Maricopa and surrounding areas.


Offers:

  • Food bank services
  • No Id, Everyone Welcome
  • 50881 W. Papago Rd, Maricopa, 85139
  • Saturdays, 8-11am
  • Some Monday mornings
  • Check Facebook for regular updates


Welcomes:

  • Volunteers
  • Donations

F.O.R. Maricopa

F.O.R. (Food, Opportunity, Resources)  

Maricopa is a local food bank and resource center.


 Offers: 

  • Food Distribution 2x per week
  • Clients pick one day
  • New client form required (see website) which may qualify clients for additional services
  • 19428 N Maricopa Road, Maricopa, AZ 85139 (bring ID)
  • Mondays, 8:30 - 11:30 am
  • Thursdays, 4:30 - 7:30 pm
  • Backpack Program
  • Christmas Gift Program
  • Check online for updates


Welcomes:

  • Volunteers
  • Donations


Military, Veterans & First Responder

Honoring and Supporting those who Serve their Country and Community

American Legion Post 133

Welcoming Veterans from all branches of the Armed Forces.


Offers:

  • Provides support to veterans, veteran families, and local youth programs.
  • Provides community for veterans.

Supported Youth Programs:

  • American Legion Baseball
  • ALLECA - American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy
  • Boy State Program
  • Cub Scout Troop #997
  • Boy Scout Troop #993
  • Venture Crew #2993

Welcomes:

  • New Members (see requirements)

American Legion Auxiliary of Maricopa, Unit 133

Support American Legion by providing support for veterans, military, and their families


Offers:

  • Sponsors events for military, veterans, and families
  • Holds fundraisers to aid Maricopa Veterans
  • Provides community 


Welcomes:

  • New Members:  Female relatives of American Legion members (see requirements)

Blue Star Mothers Maricopa AZ1

Local chapter of the Blue Stars of America organization. Comprised of military Moms and children (current or former service members) for all branches of the U.S. Military.


Offers:

  • Support active military members, veterans. families.
  • Care packages 2 x per year to those actively serving 
  • Participation in local events like parades, ceremonies, memorials, etc.
  • "Hero Homecomings"


Welcomes:

  • New Members
  • Donations

City of Maricopa, Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), Lodge 78

Local chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police, ensuring officers receive the necessary tools to protect our community!


Offers:

  • Actively engaged in charitable causes and community events
  • Back-to-School Sneaker Drive
  • 2025 Charity Basketball game:  Fraternal Order of Police vs. Professional Firefighters of Maricopa
  • 5K Run fundraiser


Welcomes:

  • Donations

Maricopa Police Foundation

Nonprofit that assists the local Maricopa City police department with funding for non-budgeted expenses. 2024 Non-Profit of the year as recognized by the Maricopa Chamber of Commerce.


Offers:

  • Community Outreach Events
  • Swing for Safety Golf Tournament
  • Shop with a Cop - Annual Holiday Youth Event


Welcomes:

  • Donations

Professional Fire Fighters of Maricopa, Local 4561

Local chapter supporting Maricopa Firefighters, also focused on community outreach and engagement.


Offers:

  • Actively engaged in charitable causes and community events
  • "Fill the Boot" campaign
  • 2025 Charity Basketball game:  Fraternal Order of Police vs. Professional Firefighters of Maricopa
  • Ride for Toys Annual Holiday Toy Drive


Welcomes:

  • Donations

Tracy P. MacPherson VFW Post #12043

Supporting American veterans who have served abroad


Offers:

  • Programs and Assistance for Veterans
  • Help with Claim Applications
  • Monthly Fellowship
  • Participation in local events like parades, ceremonies, memorials, etc.
  • Sponsor of Scholarhip Programs for youth:  Voices of Democracy (9-12), Patriots Pen (6-8)


Welcomes:

  • New Members

VFW Auxiliary, Post #12043

Organization for families of military members eligible for VFW Membership


Offers:

  • Supports veterans and families.
  • Volunteering and Fundraising
  • Community Outreach

Welcomes:

  • New Members: Age 16+
  • Eligibility:  Spouses, fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, sons, daughters, grandfathers, grandmothers, grandsons, and granddaughters of military who are eligible for VFW Membership

Veterans in Need Project (VINP)

Supporting veterans with immediate, tangible support in their time of need.


Offers:

  • Microgrants to support veterans facing financial hardship

Welcomes:

  • Donations


Sports: Non-Profits

Join a board, be a coach, assistant coach, an umpire, a referee, or work concessions!

Maricopa Little League

Baseball and Softball for youth of all experience levels. Lots of volunteer opportunities!


Offers:

  • Baseball & Softball (ages 4 to 16)
  • Challengers (ages 4 to 22)
  • See sports for more information


Welcomes:

  • Sponsors (corporate or individual)
  • Coaches & Assistant Coaches
  • Umpires
  • Concession Workers
  • New Board Members
  • Donations (contact league)

Maricopa Mustangs - Special Olympics AZ

Maricopa Special Olympics of Arizona!


Offers:

  • Inclusive sports league
  • 14 sports for athletes of all ages and abilities


Welcomes:

  • Sponsors (corporate or individual)
  • Coaches
  • Assistant Coaches
  • Donations (financial & supplies)


Children & Families

Supporting Maricopa Children & Families

Masai's Playhouse Gives Back

Masai's Playhouse Gives Back (MPH Gives Back) serves families and children in Maricopa.


Offers:

  • Toy Drive
  • Thanksgiving food boxes
  • Eductional programs 
  • Support services


Welcomes:

  • Volunteers
  • Donations


Housing Instability

Supporting Maricopa residents suffering from displacement or housing instability

Families United, Inc.

Supportive and educational services to prevent displacement and homelessness with Maricopa families


Offers:

  • Temporary Housing,Clothing, social services
  • Financial Education 
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing services for addition, abuse, domestc violence, and more
  • Education on Family Cohesion

Welcomes:

  • Donations

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