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Overview

CU West CARES Foundation Grants

Overview: The CU West CARES Charitable Foundation provides one-time grants, financial education, and volunteer support to non-profit organizations aligned with the foundation's four key pillars. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit registered with the IRS, operating as a separate independent legal entity incorporated in Arizona.

Geographic Scope: Arizona (organizations must have an office located in Arizona)

Funder: CU West CARES Charitable Foundation (charitable arm of Credit Union West)

    Eligibility

  • Applicant Type: 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations only
  • Location: Must have an office located in Arizona
  • Alignment: Must align with one of the four key pillars
  • Submission Timeline: Applications should be submitted at least 90 days before the requested support is needed

What They Fund - Four Key Pillars

#### 1. Community Heroes
Supporting front-line heroes who make communities safe, secure, and informed:

  • Active-duty military and veterans programs

  • First responders and essential workers support

  • Teacher support programs
  • #### 2. Education of All Ages
    Supporting thriving futures through education:

  • Education scholarships

  • Community education programs

  • Financial literacy programs

  • Education at every level
  • #### 3. Human Health & Wellness
    Building healthy communities:

  • Overall human health and wellness programs

  • Community infrastructure for enhanced quality of life

  • Health and wellness initiatives
  • #### 4. Distressed & Underserved Communities
    Enhancing lives in vulnerable areas:

  • Financial and volunteer support

  • Community enhancement initiatives

  • Support for people in distressed communities

  • Support for underserved populations
    • Types of Support Available

    • One-time grants
    • Financial education resources
    • Volunteer assistance from Credit Union West employees

      Important Notes

    • Submission of an application does not guarantee support will be provided
    • Applications require authorization from an organizational representative
    • Foundation subject to change at any time without notice

    Contact Information:

  • Website: cuwestcares.org

  • Phone (Maricopa County): 602.631.3200

  • Phone (Outside Maricopa County): 928.778.7156

  • Toll-Free: 800.621.0287
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Eligibility Check
    - Verify organization is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
    - Confirm office is located in Arizona
    - Ensure alignment with one of the four key pillars

    2. Submit Application
    - Click "Submit Application" on the grants page
    - Application opens in new window
    - Application must be submitted by an authorized representative of the organization

    3. Timing Requirement
    - Submit at least 90 days before the requested support is needed
    - Plan ahead for application processing time

    4. Required Information
    - Organization details
    - 501(c)(3) certification proof
    - Description of how organization aligns with foundation's pillars
    - Details of support requested
    - Organization's mission and impact information

    5. Review Process
    - Foundation reviews applications
    - Submission does not guarantee approval
    - Foundation will determine which applications receive support

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitsveteransfirst-respondersteacherseducationhealthcarehuman-services

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