Join our community of monthly donors

Recurring donations are a powerful tool. 

They help build a sustainable, community-powered funding source for our programs AND they help you claim the dollar-for-dollar Arizona Tax Credit when you donate to Local First.

Reduce your tax burden by setting up a recurring donation of $82 per month ($987) if married and filing jointly or $41 per month ($495) if single, married and filing separately, or filing as head of household.

Invest in Arizona’s future. 

As a Localist, you share our commitment to a stronger, more resilient Arizona.

Here are examples of how your money can make a difference.

  • $100 per month helps train Local Businesses to participate in a clean economy and reduce their environmental impact

  • $50 per month helps build business curriculum for our business education programs,  including Fuerza Local, We Rise, Rooted NBA and Good Food Boot Camp

  • $25 per month helps equip kids with gardening education and through Local First’s community kitchens and gardens in low-income housing communities

  • $10 per month helps mobilize Keep Arizona Beautiful clean ups around the state.

Become a Localist today.

Transform Arizona’s economy, strengthen communities and create opportunities for every Arizonan to thrive, regardless of their background. 

As a Localist, you’ll receive:

  • A monthly update on the impact of your donation

  • A quarterly newsletter with “In The Know” Recommendations for local businesses and events

  • An invitation to the exclusive Localist Appreciation Event held annually 

  • A Localist welcome kit, including a pin and sticker to show your pride in the future of Arizona 

  • Your name listed in the Local First Annual Report 

  • Early access to Devour tickets and other signature Local First events

  • Exclusive meetups with fellow Localist at Local First’s signature events

  • Behind-the-Scenes tours of Local First Arizona community kitchens and gardens

  • Annual Tax Summary Letter 

Local First Arizona Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 charitable organization making your donation tax-deductible.  Use EIN# 26-1657951  and QCO Code 22141 to claim your benefits,