The mission of Arizona’s Children Association is simple:  Protecting Children.  Preserving Families. Our vision is that every family creates and sustains a healthy home environment.

The mission of Arizona’s Children Association is based on a strong commitment to the welfare of children, adults and families.  Our highest priority is to help create and sustain healthy family environments.  We will provide a broad spectrum of services that foster healing and promote emotional wellbeing.  We will work and advocate in every venue necessary to accomplish this mission.

To learn more about the current state of Arizona's children, view the collection of important statistics and research.

Arizona’s Children has a rich history and heritage.  Founded in 1912 as an orphanage to care for the state’s children who needed to find a permanent home, Arizona’s Children Association has grown to be the state’s largest and oldest non-profit, full-service child welfare and behavioral health agency. Read more about our history.

Our Board of Directors includes experts who bring a variety of skills and resources from across Arizona. They are committed to offering quality programs and services statewide in a fiscally responsible manner. Review our financial information.

Fred Chaffee has served as President & CEO of Arizona’s Children Association since 1992, bringing with him many years in the field of child welfare and behavioral health management.  Read his annual report message.

Clients, vendors, employees and friends of Arizona’s Children Association benefit from the wealth of knowledge and experience that our key employees bring to their positions. 

Arizona’s Children Association provides programs and services in a variety of locations throughout Arizona.  View our map to see which programs and services are available in which regions.

Our advertising and public relations efforts are designed to inform our statewide audience about the programs and services offered by Arizona’s Children Association and its family of agencies, as well as opportunities for charitable giving. Review our Charitable Giving options. 

Arizona’s Children Association maintains a number of accreditations, state licenses and organization memberships that allow the agency to remain on the leading edge of child welfare and behavioral health issues in Arizona and the country. 

Federal and state legislation affects the programs and services Arizona’s Children offers to Arizona residents. Review our Public Policy Updates.

Social and fundraising events support Arizona’s Children Association programs and services across the state.  We invite you to join us as a guest, sponsor or volunteer.

Arizona’s Children Association Privacy Policy describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information.