Support Our Educators: Join the Community, Care, and Culture Guide

Why give?

  • You Invest Directly in Educators: Teachers and educational professional development are chronically underfunded. Your donations directly lower the financial barrier for these educators to attend a critical, multi-day professional conference.

  • You Support the Next Generation: A portion of the funds goes directly toward stipends and financial assistance for graduate students, ensuring young researchers and future leaders can access vital networking and mentorship.

  • You Strengthen the Local Community: Through our "Community, Care, and Culture Guide," you aren't just asking for a handout; you are actively driving foot traffic, visibility, and economic support back into local businesses.

  • It’s a Win-Win for Businesses: For local shops, a donation isn't just a good deed; it's a 100% tax-deductible marketing expense that puts their brand directly in front of hundreds of hungry, thirsty, and active conference attendees.

3% Cover the Fee

AATC is a registered 501(c)(3)] nonprofit organization. 100% of the proceeds generated from the Cultivating Care Community Guide advertisement sales directly support the execution and accessibility of our annual conference. Funds are explicitly used to offset registration and costs for our educator members, cover essential conference operations, and provide financial support for participating graduate students. Thank you for your vital investment in our educational community. A custom option is available if you wish to donate without purchasing an ad.

Help us welcome AATC members from all around the country to Scottsdale! As our conference relocates each year, many of our members have never been to Scottsdale! Maximize your local reach by participating in our Community, Care, and Culture Guide! Featured in the back of our annual printed conference program, this guide connects your business directly with over hundreds of educators looking to shop, dine, and unwind in Scottsdale, Arizona from September 30th through October 3rd, 2026.

By choosing a donation tier, you secure dedicated ad space to offer our attendees whatever fits your business best; whether that is a coupon, discount appetizer, drink ticket, or service promotion. 100% of your donation directly offsets attendance costs for our educator members, funds essential conference operations, and supports participating graduate students. Secure your spot today to drive local traffic to your doors while investing in the professional development and community of our educators!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a nonprofit organization. Payments for advertisement space are generally deductible as a standard business advertising expense. A receipt can be provided for your tax and accounting records.

  • Your donation directly funds the accessibility and execution of our annual educational conference. Specifically, 100% of the proceeds are used to:

    • Offset attendance costs and registration fees for our educator members.

    • Cover essential conference operations to keep the event running smoothly.

    • Support graduate students by providing them with vital financial assistance and stipends.

  • Potentially! Please reach out to us at AATCconference@gmail.com to discuss.