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Why Us, Why Here, Why Now

Like many rural communities, rural Arizonans feel forgotten and left behind. A lack of resources from both government entities and non-profits supports this theory. There is a painful and noticeable void when it comes to civic engagement and voter registration programs that make rural Arizona communities their sole focus and this perpetuates the disengagement. The need for RAZE is immediate. We will fill this void and create communities of educated, empowered and engaged voters.

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OUR
MISSION

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RAZE’s mission is to educate, advocate and coordinate in rural communities so they may gain access to civic education, engagement opportunities, and voter registration. Rural Arizona Engagement is an influential power in advancing progressive values and policies for the betterment of all its communities. Like the desert we inhabit, Rural Arizona reflects the dichotomy of beauty and bitterness. A sprawling area that includes both isolation and fellowship, natives and newcomers, growth and decline, our communities are hungry for leadership with the ability to navigate our unique duality. Rural Arizona Engagement believes the nuance and knowledge necessary to face and address our issues will come directly from within our communities. We are the solution to the challenges we face.

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Rural Arizona Engagement’s (RAZE) vision is to build an active and sustainable, progressive voting block in rural Arizona that cultivates pragmatic, progressive leadership committed to advancing progressive values and policies for the well-being of its communities and residents. Independent of metro-area influences.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

  • San Luis, AZ - Lotería Night
    San Luis, AZ - Lotería Night
    Wed, Jun 18
    San Luis Library
    Jun 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    San Luis Library, 1075 6th Ave, San Luis, AZ 85349, USA
    Join Lotería night hosted by Somos Votantes and RAZE! There will be free food and games for the whole family and the first 50 people will receive a gift card!
  • Sierra Vista, AZ - Day of Service: Good Neighbor Alliance
    Sierra Vista, AZ - Day of Service: Good Neighbor Alliance
    Jun 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Good Neighbor Alliance, 420 N 7th St, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635, USA
    We’re putting on our aprons and cooking up some comfort for residents at Good Neighbor Alliance — and we’d love for you to join us!
  • San Luis, AZ - Day of Service: Providing Meals for the Homeless
    San Luis, AZ - Day of Service: Providing Meals for the Homeless
    Jun 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    San Luis, San Luis, AZ, USA
    Join us in spreading kindness during our Day of Service in San Luis! We’re coming together to prepare and distribute nutritious meal packs to individuals experiencing homelessness in our community.
  • Coconino County - RAZE's Summer Sticker Design event
    Coconino County - RAZE's Summer Sticker Design event
    Sat, Jul 12
    Flagstaff Downtown Public Library
    Jul 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Flagstaff Downtown Public Library, 300 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001, USA
    Join us for our annual Sticker Design event! Youth ages 13-18 are invited to showcase their artistic talent and learn about the importance of caring for the environment, landscapes and ecosystems that sustain life.
  • Yuma County - RAZE's Summer Sticker Design event
    Yuma County - RAZE's Summer Sticker Design event
    Thu, Jul 17
    PPEP Tec High School Cesar Chavez
    Jul 17, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    PPEP Tec High School Cesar Chavez, 850 San Luis Plaza Dr, San Luis, AZ 85349, USA
    Join us for our annual Sticker Design event! Youth ages 13-18 are invited to showcase their artistic talent and learn about the importance of caring for the environment, landscapes and ecosystems that sustain life.
  • Pinal County - RAZE's Summer Sticker Design event
    Pinal County - RAZE's Summer Sticker Design event
    Sat, Jul 19
    Casa Grande Community Recreation Center
    Jul 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Casa Grande Community Recreation Center, 1905 N Peart Rd, Casa Grande, AZ 85122, USA
    Join us for our annual Sticker Design event! Youth ages 13-18 are invited to showcase their artistic talent and learn about the importance of caring for the environment, landscapes and ecosystems that sustain life.
  • Pinal County - Youth Mental Health Forum
    Pinal County - Youth Mental Health Forum
    Sat, Nov 01
    Central Arizona College
    Nov 01, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
    Central Arizona College, 8470 N Overfield Rd, Coolidge, AZ 85128, USA
    Come join us for RAZE's "Building Healthy Futures for Youth." A forum all about wellness, made just for people who live in Pinal County. During this forum adults will learn helpful tools to help youth through different challenges and youth will share space with other youth while learning how to stay

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