When Cristi and Morgan Harris opened Gameday Men’s Health in North Scottsdale, they weren’t just bringing a new men’s wellness clinic to town, they were building a local force for good. What began as a personal health journey for Morgan has grown into a thriving business with heart, purpose and a deep commitment to community.
“In 2020, Morgan started feeling off — brain fog, fatigue, trouble sleeping,” Cristi recalls. “After six months of me harassing him, I finally got him to go to the doctor.” The results were eye-opening: Morgan’s testosterone levels were dangerously low. With testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), his health and outlook improved almost immediately.
When the couple learned about Gameday Men’s Health, they saw a chance to bring its mission to Arizona. After meeting founder Evan Miller in San Diego, they struck a handshake deal over lunch and became the third franchise in the country and the very first in Arizona. For Cristi and Morgan, founding Gameday North Scottsdale was more than a business decision; it was a way to help others reclaim their health while strengthening the community around them.
Since that first handshake, Gameday has grown to more than 700 locations sold nationwide, with nearly 400 open. But the Harrises’ North Scottsdale clinic stands apart, not only for its purposeful approach to men’s health but for its deep-rooted culture of giving.
“Philanthropy and community have always been important to Morgan and me,” Cristi shares. “Our focus is on veterans, food insecurity, youth sports and wellness nonprofits, but we’ve never turned down a local organization that asks for help.”
That generosity has translated into approximately $65,000 in sponsorships and in-kind donations over the past two years. From supporting Cave Creek Rodeo Days and the Cave Creek Unified School District Foundation to local schools, the American Legion Post 34, Foothills Food Bank and Toys for Tots, Gameday’s impact is visible across the community.
The connection between Gameday’s mission and its charitable giving is powerful. The Harrises’ complimentary PSA testing program, which has already provided roughly 800 free prostate screenings, has literally saved lives. “One of the first men we tested was my husband,” Cristi explains. “The previous clinic he was going to didn’t alert him to an elevated PSA level. It turned out he had prostate cancer, but, because we caught it early, he’s been cancer-free for over a year and a half.”
Cristi’s involvement extends far beyond the clinic. She serves on multiple nonprofit boards, including the Harris Olsen Family Foundation, Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce and the YHWH Foundation, which focuses on men’s health and wellness. Her leadership has helped the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber Foundation double the funds raised at its annual Casino Night, money that goes directly toward student scholarships and community grants.
“Cristi created our Annual Chamber Foundation Casino Night that brings local businesses and community leaders together to raise funds for student scholarships and community grants,” notes Leigh Zydonik, chair of the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce and executive director of Foothills Food Bank.
This November, Gameday’s giving spirit turns toward one of the community’s most pressing needs: food insecurity. The clinic has already launched its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive benefiting Foothills Food Bank. “Anyone who brings in 10 non-perishable food items between now and November 11th will receive a free vitamin injection or 10% off their first-month membership or new service,” says Cristi. “In 2024, we collected 571 pounds of food, and we’re determined to beat that number this year.”
Suggested donations include peanut butter, canned proteins, vegetables, fruits and seasonal favorites like canned pumpkin, stuffing and pie mix, ensuring local families can enjoy a full holiday meal. Immediately following the food drive, Gameday will host its annual Toys for Tots collection through early December, offering the same incentives to encourage participation. Last year, more than 100 toys were donated, and Cristi hopes to surpass that total in 2025.
Beyond giving back, Gameday demonstrates its gratitude year-round through a 20% Hero Discount for active military, veterans and first responders, an especially meaningful initiative for the Harrises, whose son serves as a sergeant in the Marine Corps. “We have a special place in our hearts for organizations that support active military and veterans,” Cristi shares.
Her personal mantra guides the company’s impact philosophy: “My passion has always been doing what I can to improve the lives of people in my community. I firmly believe that if we all do a little to help others, we can make a huge impact.”
Through leadership, compassion and action, Gameday Men’s Health North Scottsdale has proven that business success and social good can thrive side by side. From life-saving prostate cancer testing to ensuring families have food on the table, Cristi and Morgan’s commitment to serving others is a winning formula, on and off the field.
Gameday Food Drive and Toy Drive Donation Details
Gameday Men’s Health North Scottsdale
33739 N. Scottsdale Rd., C-110, Scottsdale, AZ
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tyler Butler, a trailblazer in ESG and corporate citizenship, has led Fortune 500 sustainability programs, contributed to two IPOs and founded Collaboration for Good. With degrees from ASU, Boston College and Cornell, she writes for top publications and serves as head of Public Affairs for Phoenix Rising FC.
Photo courtesy of Gameday Men’s Health
