Our Commitment to the Community
Community Education Programs
We strive to give back to the communities we serve and enhance the quality of life for the public. As part of our mission, we provide opportunities for community learning and personal enrichment programs.
Community Development
We see the value of civic engagement and work to ensure our students are ready to be contributing members of the community when they leave our campuses.
Basic Needs and Community Resources
We understand that basic needs directly impact our students' well-being and academic success, so we are committed to connecting them and their families to basic needs, information, and resources.
Center for Excellence in Inclusive Democracy (CEID)
We promote beneficial relationships with community groups, civic organizations, nonprofits, and municipalities. Additionally, we offer students opportunities for growth and learning beyond the classroom.
Procurement
Are you a local business interested in becoming a vendor with Maricopa Community Colleges? Visit our Procurement Department website for more information, including how to register as a supplier and receive notifications about upcoming bids.
Phoenix Forge: A Community Makerspace
A makerspace is a collaborative, hands-on learning environment for the community to access the necessary tools, equipment, and technical training to bring their ideas to life.
Open to the public and housed at GateWay Community College, Phoenix Forge provides monthly memberships to the makerspace with access to classes, workshops, events, expert staff, and reservable tools and equipment, such as 3D printers.
Phoenix Forge welcomes makers, artists, entrepreneurs, and hobbyists of all skill levels, and serves as a free resource for students, faculty, and staff from the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges and Arizona State University.
Facilities and Surplus
Facilities and Surplus
Planning an event? Need to submit a bid for a construction project? Maricopa Community Colleges provides top-quality services and support to the community, employees, and vendors in an effort to promote effective and connected community and business engagement.