Social Venture Partners Arizona (SVPAZ)

🚨 High school & college students: Want a seat at the table where real community change happens? 🚨
Join SVP Arizona’s SVP Teens Program and discover the power of philanthropy in action! Through this unique leadership experience, you’ll learn how nonprofits create impact, explore the challenges facing our communities, and participate in the grantmaking process by evaluating organizations and helping direct funding where it can make the greatest difference.
🌟 Learn about philanthropy and social impact
💸 Gain hands-on experience with grantmaking
🤝 Connect with passionate student leaders from across Arizona
📈 Build leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills
❤️ Support nonprofits creating meaningful change in our community
This is more than volunteering—it’s an opportunity to become a thoughtful changemaker and help shape the future of giving.

If you’re a high school or college student who wants to learn, lead, and make an impact, apply to join SVP Teens today!

Applications are open! 🎉

Interested in joining SVP Teens? Learn more and apply today: https://svpaz.org/svp-teens/

Want to make a real impact with your skills? 💡

Apply for a Brain Trust with Social Venture Partners and help nonprofits grow through hands-on strategic support.

“The Brain Trust has given me the tools to take an idea that was in my head, put it on paper, and begin to put it into action...” — Tosha Tharp-Gaitanis from

Apply today: https://svpaz.org/brain-trusts-program/

Today’s Staff Spotlight is Hailey Hershkowitz, our Program Manager. She has been with Social Venture Partners Arizona for nearly two years. What she loves most about SVPAZ is being part of a collaborative community of dedicated nonprofit professionals and leaders across diverse fields. The range of expertise is inspiring, and she values how the work allows everyone to leverage their strengths to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Ready to make an impact? The 2026–2027 SVP Teens cohort application is now open! 🚀
SVP Teens empowers young leaders through hands-on philanthropy and mentorship from industry experts, shaping the next generation of changemakers.

📚 Happy World Book Day!

Today, we’re celebrating the power of storytelling and the incredible impact books can have on young minds. Our Program Manager, Hailey Hershkowitz, shares:

“As a former English teacher, I am really passionate about the impact a good book can make in young people's lives. I feel super fortunate to work with organizations that promote literacy and learning, like Loving Library, who just completed a Brain Trust with us. In addition to running many of the programs here at SVP, I’m also a young adult author with my third book for teens and tweens on the way. One of my favorite things about both of these fields is the opportunity to impact the lives of young people and continue learning more about my community.”

Nothing like watching the Arizona Diamondbacks from the pool suite ⚾️💦
Last month, Partners had the chance to opt into this just-for-fun add-on experience, where those who wanted to join purchased tickets and enjoyed a night at the ballpark together.

Today is Arizona Gives Day, a statewide campaign connecting donors with nonprofits to help build a stronger community. ❤️

Several of our incredible investees are participating and accepting donations today!

To learn more about each nonprofit, check out their Instagrams (tagged) or visit our website (linked in our bio).

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Thank you for supporting organizations that are creating real impact in our community!

We’re excited to introduce our newest investee, Swappow+. Their mission is to empower Arizona foster youth through skateboarding and life-skills programs that build confidence, motivation, and the tools needed to pursue meaningful goals and create a positive impact in their communities!