Ability360 hosted its fundraising breakfast on Thursday, Nov. 7., raising over $135,000 to support sports and fitness programs that benefit athletes with disabilities from all walks of life, including youth and professionals.
“I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the leaders, advocates and sponsors who joined us in uplifting the Ability360 community at this year’s breakfast,” said Christopher Rodriguez, president and CEO of Ability360. “This event is truly something special, celebrating and empowering our community while supporting the programs that promote health, wellness, and increase independence.”
More than 420 attendees enjoyed a breakfast provided by Vincent on Camelback and Ri’s Coffee on the basketball courts of the Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center while they heard first-hand accounts about how the organization has increased access to sports for its members and learned more about its mission and goals.
The breakfast, in partnership with the Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation, also featured a conversation between Steven Hunter, former Phoenix Suns player, and Brad Cesmat, founder and CEO of Sports360AZ.The pair discussed the impact of sports programming for individuals with disabilities, and the importance of providing youth with disabilities a place where they can play and feel included.
Alongside presenting sponsor, Arizona Complete Health, Ability360 raised funds that will support all the programs at the Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center including youth, sports teams, military and 360Outdoors.
Other sponsors of this annual event include gold sponsor, United Healthcare, and bronze sponsors, Arizona Diamondbacks, Bank of America, PNC Bank, U.S. Bank, Waymo and Wells Fargo.
