Government, public safety & service organizations

City of Benson mayor, city council and municipal services (animal control, building department, community center, fire department, parks, planning & zoning, police, library, public works, visitor center, utilities & more)

Cochise County Board of Supervisors and county departments and staff

Established by the Cochise County Board of Supervisors January 13, 2009, a full service fire department consisting of both career and volunteer firefighters proudly serving the communities of Mescal, J-6, Empire and Salcido Acres along with the Skyline, Titan Road and Dark Star areas. Our mission is to protect life and property while enhancing the well-being of those we serve through strength, integrity, and relentless commitment.

 Since 2007, SAEDG has worked with existing and prospective business owners and other stakeholders in Benson, Cochise County, and Southeast Arizona to identify, develop, and expand opportunities in the region. SAEDG is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization working closely with partners across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors to promote business ownership and related support channels in Southeast Arizona. 

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.

Lions Club Mission We Serve. Lions Clubs International is a global service organization dedicated to improving the lives of people in our local communities and around the world. For more than a century, Lions have answered the call to serve wherever the need exists. Our mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding. Locally, Lions focus on: Vision care and preventing blindness Hunger relief and food security Supporting children, seniors, and veterans Disaster relief and community assistance Environmental projects and youth programs Lions are neighbors helping neighbors. We believe that when ordinary people come together with a shared purpose, extraordinary things happen.

Forever Home Donkey Rescue & Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Benson, Arizona, dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, rehoming, and sanctuary of abused, neglected, or surrendered donkeys. Founded in 1998 by John and Tish Hiestand, the facility operates alongside Director Suzanne Velasquez. Together, they provide a safe, permanent haven for donkeys that are elderly, medically fragile, or psychologically traumatized from past abuse, while preparing adoptable donkeys for qualified homes. Officially recognized by the Arizona Department of Agriculture, it operates as a certified equine rescue facility.

Kiwanis International is a global community of clubs, members and partners dedicated to improving the lives of children one community at a time.

Our global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, and leaders volunteer their skills and resources to solve issues and address community needs.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul renders assistance to those in need

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veteran service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces. Our mission is to foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts; to serve our veterans, the military and our communities; and to advocate on behalf of all veterans. Our vision is to ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country. We are the voice that represents veterans everywhere and defends their rights and benefits. Our representatives stand for veterans every time.