activities · 3
what they do
direct service · 3
- Annual scholarship program Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards multiple $5,000 scholarships annually to graduating seniors from Payson High School and homeschool programs who have completed dual-credit courses and are pursuing higher education. Four scholarships were awarded in 2025.
- Dual-credit tuition support program Dual Enrollment & College Credit ProgramsProvides full tuition coverage for up to three transferable general education dual-credit courses per semester for 9th–12th grade students in the Payson Unified School District and surrounding Rim Country, including homeschoolers, as long as they maintain a B average through high school graduation. Subjects include English, math, history, chemistry, psychology, biology, physics, and Spanish.
- Student academic achievement support Dual Enrollment & College Credit ProgramsSupports high school students in earning significant college credit through dual enrollment; one student earned 53 college credits by 2025 with program support.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- College Readiness Through Early Exposure college readiness through early exposureUses early exposure to college-level academics—particularly in core subjects like math—to help students meet college prerequisites, apply learning to real-world contexts, and develop the habits and confidence needed for postsecondary success.
- Community-Funded Educational Access community_funded_education_supportRelies on individual donations and community-based funding to sustain operations and expand access to higher education opportunities, particularly for students in Payson and the surrounding Rim Country.
- Dual Enrollment for College Readiness dual_enrollmentProvides high school and homeschool students with access to free, college-level coursework through partnerships with community colleges and high schools, aiming to build academic confidence, prepare students for college-level expectations, and increase postsecondary success.
- Dual-Credit Academic Success Model dual-credit_academic_successSupports students who have demonstrated strong academic performance in dual-credit programs by requiring completion of 12+ credits, a 3.0 GPA in sponsored courses, and at least one "A" grade, reinforcing academic excellence as a pathway to continued educational support.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
AAF Scholarship
Offers $5,000 scholarships to Payson High School and homeschooled seniors who have completed at least 12 dual-credit general education credits with a 3.0 GPA and earned an A in at least one course
Dual Enrollment Program
Partners with Gila Community College and Payson High School to provide free tuition for up to 3 college-level courses per semester, allowing high school and homeschool students to earn transferable college credits while still in high school
relationships · 10
who they work with
- 501(c)3 Government — Recognized as a public non-profit organization under section 501(c)3.
- Gila Community College Partner — Collaborates on the Rim Country Dual-Credit Program for high school students.
- Gila Community College Partner — Collaborates with Aspire Arizona Foundation on the dual-credit program that qualifies students for scholarships.
- Gila Community College Partner — Met with Gila Community College administrators to explore dual enrollment programs.
- Gila Community College Partner — Partner institution through which dual-credit courses are offered and administered for Payson Unified School District students.
- Northern Arizona University Network — Hosts Aspire Scholarship recipients in degree programs such as Dental Hygiene.
- Payson High School Partner — Collaborates on the Rim Country Dual-Credit Program for high school students.
- Payson High School Partner — Collaborates to integrate dual-credit courses into the high school schedule and provides textbooks and lab fees for students.
- Payson High School Partner — Collaborates with Aspire Arizona Foundation to offer dual enrollment courses to students.
- St. Vincent de Paul Rim Country Food Bank Partner — Proceeds from the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Mall, where Paul Brocker volunteers, support clients of the St. Vincent de Paul Rim Country Food Bank.