Next Saturday, RAZE is volunteering at the Maricopa Pantry in #PinalCounty. Join us in giving back to our community! 🌟 Sign up to volunteer: mobilize.us/ruralarizonaengagement

📢 Yuma County! 📢 RAZE will be participating in Driving the Vote for Equality Tour Stop! Register below. 🗓️ Friday, May 1, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 📍Yuma Main Library, 2951 S 21st Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364 🔗 secure.ngpvan.com/ZwpiL8ffcEGIySLzUKnoEw2

💡 Our new mascot still needs a name, and we want your ideas! Submit yours at raze.org/mascot (link in bio). *** Submissions close Wednesday, May 6 at 5:00 PM MST and are open to Arizona residents only. The winner will receive a handmade wooden figure inspired by our mascot. 1d

Let's fill the park! Sign up to volunteer and give us a head count: https://loom.ly/UiT4FLk

COCHISE COUNTY COMMUNITY: Join us for an opportunity to connect with your neighbors and develop steps toward change. You will gain tools to organize around the issues affecting your community and leave feeling empowered! REGISTER AT: raze.org/ideastoimpact

YUMA COUNTY RESIDENTS: Join us for an opportunity to connect with your neighbors and develop steps toward change. You will gain tools to organize around the issues affecting your community and leave feeling empowered! REISTER AT: raze.org/ideastoimpact

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌍 Take action this Earth Day by signing up for our virtual Environmental Stewardship 101. We're taking a deep dive into the importance of supporting local renewable energy projects and what it means for working Arizonans.

PINAL COUNTY RESIDENTS: Join us for an opportunity to connect with your neighbors and develop steps toward change. You will gain tools to organize around the issues affecting your community and leave feeling empowered! REGISTER AT: raze.org/ideastoimpact

Meet RAZE's new mascot! 🌵💘 She’s here to break down complex topics, explain key issues, and keep you informed. Help us name her! Submit your ideas at raze.org/mascot Submissions close May 6 at 5 PM MST. Arizona residents only. Winner receives a handmade wooden figure inspired by our mascot.

Huge thank you to the Yuma Sun for highlighting our upcoming mental health forum: Building Healthy Futures for Youth 🌟 🗓️ Saturday, April 18 | 9 am - 2:30 pm 📍 Schoening Conference Center @ Arizona Western College Read about our mental health forum here: https://loom.ly/tKuK1D0

Help us in welcoming back, Natali Fierros! ✨

Our Cochise Organizer (Tara) & Volunteers were set up in Sierra Vista, collecting diapers! RAZE is working with Douglas Indivisible to distribute the donations in Douglas, AZ where no diaper bank currently exist. This was an inclusive drive, as we accepted donations for babies as-well-as adults. 💝

Event Update! 🚨 Environmental Stewardship 101: Building a Rural Energy Future has been rescheduled to April 28th at 6 PM. We look forward to seeing you there! Register to reserve your spot!!! https://loom.ly/hhQFZx4

During the 2016 U.S. election, the border became a defining issue after Trump announced his run for president, promising to build a “great, great wall.” It was the moment that sparked a great division in our nation and neighboring countries that continues to grow today. 📰 https://loom.ly/luuYIlk

We partnered with Greenlight America to provide community testimonies in favor of a solar farm being built in Willcox, Arizona. Solar energy is a clean, low-water using option for our sunny rural spaces! ☀️ https://loom.ly/RbfJ9vU

‼️ TOMORROW 8:30 AM Virtual hearing on Pinal County Attorney’s 287(g) case. The Board already said it was unlawful. Now we show up and hold Brad Miller accountable. Join: superiorcourt.maricopa.gov Case: CV2026-008061 ➡️ raze.org/pinal287g

Register to gain access to the Zoom link! mobilize.us/ruralarizonaengagement/event/932093/ At this session, you’ll learn: Why renewable energy projects are a victory for our depleted aquifers, How to make sure big energy companies pay for their own infrastructure, and more!

A message of gratitude from Pablo Correa, Executive Director at Rural AZ Action as we begin a new chapter tomorrow.

SAN TAN VALLEY 📣 The Rise and Resist Tour is stopping in San Tan Valley, AZ TOMORROW! Learn how to peacefully protect your community. Want to be part of it? DM us or drop a comment to sign up!

📣 Important Leadership Announcement from Rural Arizona Engagement! 📣

What better way to be in community than with food?! 😋 Especially when it provides an opportunity to share a bit about yourself, your cultural identity! 💝 We enjoyed cuisine from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Italy, the Jewish faith, German, Appalachian, and even governmental rations.

SAN TAN VALLEY 📣 The Rise and Resist Tour is stopping in San Tan Valley, AZ, on April 2nd! Learn how to peacefully protect your community. Want to be part of it? DM us or drop a comment to sign up!

A big THANK YOU to those who attended our Community Safety Training in Sierra Vista last night! You should all feel very proud for choosing to be involved. We wanted to leave you with this sentiment: The best way to dismantle fear, is singing loud for all to hear! 📣🎶

FLAGSTAFF 📣 There's a town hall today about the proposed rezoning for a data center in town! This is happening TODAY at 4pm. Make your thoughts and concerns about this issue heard! #flagstaff #az #datacenter

📣 The Rise and Resist Tour is stopping in Sierra Vista, AZ TOMORROW! Learn how to peacefully protect your community. Want to be part of it? DM us or drop a comment to sign up!

SAN TAN VALLEY 📣 The Rise and Resist Tour is stopping in San Tan Valley, AZ, on April 2nd! Learn how to peacefully protect your community. Want to be part of it? DM us or drop a comment to sign up!

High school students, young adults, and families of Cochise County: YOU'RE INVITED! ✨ Meet new faces, share your story, and experience the diversity that makes our community strong 🤝💛 We hope to see you there! 🔗 https://loom.ly/hml-q_c

Some of our fav pics from this quarter! 😗✌️ We're taking this week to recharge. ⚡ We'll return on Monday, March 23rd. See you soon!

📣 The Rise and Resist Tour is stopping in Sierra Vista, AZ this month! Learn how to peacefully protect your community. Want to be part of it? DM us or drop a comment to sign up!

Bring out the cake, because we turned 6! 🥳🎈 We celebrated our birthday with the people who mean the most to us — our community! You have shown up and supported our growth the past six years. Not only is it our birthday, but it's a time to reflect on the people who have been there for us. 💘

Our RAZE Leaders in San Luis were recently featured in a story by KYMA to talk about their advocacy for water issues and civic engagement ⭐️ Watch/Read: https://kyma.com/news/top-stories/2026/03/05/san-luis-students-speak-to-lawmakers-at-state-capitol/

Our Communications Manager, Araceli, stopped by the “What’s Up Yuma?” show to share more about her background + why organizing in rural communities matters. 🎙️✨ https://www.kawc.org/podcast/whats-up-yuma-radio/2026-03-11/whats-up-yuma-radio-araceli-aquino-helps-arizona-youth-stand-up-and-speak-out

As it marks six years of organizing in rural and border communities of Arizona, RAZE is excited to announce 🥁 ... our NEW mission and vision statements! These new statements reflect the organization’s growth and deepened commitment to the communities we serve! ⭐️ raze.org/ourmission

Our work is evolving... 🤫 Check back at 11 AM to see what's new! 🌟

Something new is coming... 🙊 Stay tuned on March 11, 2026 .... ❤️

We’re rolling up our sleeves to transform a 1/4-acre lot into a welcoming space for outdoor movies, community gatherings, and temporary art installations, and we’d love your help! ✨Breakfast and lunch provided! Learn more & sign up to volunteer at: https://loom.ly/0evyVeg

Have you RSVP'd? 🎈 https://loom.ly/yEYvzew

YOUNG ADULTS: Sierra Vista is a beautifully diverse community – especially as a military town where people bring traditions, recipes, and stories from all over. Join us for a Cultural Community Potluck where we can connect and share a dish! Sign up to participate at: https://loom.ly/hml-q_c

📣 The Rise and Resist Tour is stopping in Sierra Vista, AZ this month! Learn how to peacefully protect your community. Want to be part of it? DM us or drop a comment to sign up!

After the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti and federal immigration raids in Minneapolis, protests spread nationwide, reaching rural Arizona, where students organized walkouts to exercise their First Amendment rights. 📰 Read more: https://loom.ly/3lMsHYw

🧠 Join us at Arizona Western College on Saturday, April 18th from 9AM–2:30PM for our Mental Health Forum! 🔗 Register: ruralarizona.us/YumaYouth 🌟 Table with us: ruralarizona.us/ResourceFair

Come for the cake, stay for the memories! 🎂🥳 Help us celebrate 6 years in building 1 community for rural Arizona! Register to attend on Mobilize.us at https://loom.ly/yEYvzew 📅 March 10., 2026 📍 Coolidge, AZ ⏰ 4:00PM–7:00PM

PINAL COUNTY: Join Rural Arizona Engagement (RAZE) for a volunteer morning at Valley Humane Society. 🐾 Spend time caring for dogs and cats as they wait for their forever homes. It's a meaningful way to support local animals and give back to your community. 🐱🐶💕

Our very own Michael O’Connell is beginning a new chapter! Today, our team celebrated Michael’s dedication to empowering RAZE with cake, gifts, and community. ✨ Wishing you all the best on your new adventure, Michael! 🫶

We’re rolling up our sleeves to transform a 1/4-acre lot into a welcoming space for outdoor movies, community gatherings, and temporary art installations, and we’d love your help! ✨Breakfast and lunch provided! Learn more & sign up to volunteer at: https://loom.ly/0evyVeg

Have you heard of #LeaveNoTrace? Leave No Trace is a great way to treat our environment with love and respect! 🌿🥾 🔗 Learn more at lnt.org #Environment #Stewardship #AZ

📣 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS & YOUNG ADULTS! Join us for our first meeting, where youth create meaningful change together. February 25, 2026 from 6:00–7:30 PM (Location provided upon registration). Snacks Provided! (Minors are welcome but need signed permission slip.) REGISTER: https://loom.ly/UHlKYHI

#YumaCounty — Our annual "Building Healthy Futures for Youth" Mental Health Forum is coming to you! 🧠 Join us for a day that focuses on the unique mental health challenges that rural youth face. 🔗 Register: ruralarizona.us/YumaYouth 🌟 Table with us: ruralarizona.us/ResourceFair

Are you interested in helping? RAZE is planning another Day of Service to continue cleanup of this space on March 14, 2026 in Douglas, AZ. 🧹 Contact Tara ([email protected]) to participate!

RAZE Volunteers from around Cochise County helped a Douglas resident and Indivisible clean up a lot along G Ave. Once the space is ready, it will serve as a location for community-minded events! 💝