Tempe Leadership: Building Community Together

We unite passionate individuals to learn, grow, and create meaningful community impact in Tempe, Arizona.

Our Mission and Commitment

Since 1985, the Tempe Leadership Program, in partnership with the Tempe Chamber of Commerce Foundation, has brought like-minded individuals together in the community to engage and challenge one another, learn more about the ins and outs of Tempe, and, most importantly, make a real difference in our community. Tempe Leadership alumni are well represented on local boards and commissions, routinely serve in elected office, and volunteer time and energy to the community.

Upcoming Events

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Applications Now Open

Tempe Youth Leadership

Develop leadership skills, explore community issues, and connect with local leaders through Tempe Youth Leadership's immersive youth leadership program.

Closed Applications

Adult Leadership Program

This nine-month leadership program empowers and educates you to be an informed, active change-maker in Tempe.

Tempe Leadership Council

Interested in learning more about Tempe and making an impact in your community? Tempe Leadership Council applications are now open!

Recent News

October 2026 Newsletter

The October newsletter highlights the new “Class of the Year” competition, welcomes Class XLII, and shares upcoming events, leadership opportunities and ways to get involved.
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Welcome, Tempe Leadership Class XLII

Tempe Leadership Class XLII kicked off on Friday, September 11th, with a full day of orientation activities. This year’s class brings together 15 community leaders who are ready to connect,…
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Meet the 2026–2027 Tempe Leadership Board Members

Tempe Leadership is welcoming a new group of dedicated community leaders to its 2026–2027 Leadership Board. Since 1985, Tempe Leadership has brought together passionate leaders committed to strengthening the Tempe…
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September 2026 Newsletter

The September newsletter welcomes Class XLII, highlights Youth Leadership opportunities, and shares upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and new board members.
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December 2025 Newsletter

Class XLI launches the Storm to Shade project to restore trees in Tempe parks, plans a fundraising Trivia Night, celebrates a youth leadership retreat focused on teamwork and growth, and prepares for the annual alumni benefit.
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November 2025 Newsletter

Tempe Leadership’s adult and youth programs continue to build leadership skills through educational experiences, community engagement, and team-building activities, while the organization seeks lunch sponsors, promotes an upcoming library tour, and prepares to launch a new website.
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