The Women’s Board of Barrow Neurological Foundation announced that its 61st Barrow Grand Ball, held on January 24, 2026, raised $11.4 million for Barrow Neurological Institute. With unparalleled passion and dedication, 2026 Ball co-chairs Sydney Fox and Betsy Moore led fundraising efforts to support Barrow physicians, scientists, and clinicians in advancing research that saves … [More]
Arizona Foundation Awards $838K to Support Oral Health Programs
The Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation has awarded grants to 37 non-profit organizations that work with underserved populations of all ages through oral health and nutritional programs. A total of $838,372 were awarded to support projects and services promoting good oral health practices and increasing access to dental care among underserved children, pregnant women, seniors … [More]
Emergency Shelter Provider Secures $31M in New Markets Tax Credit Support
Phoenix Community Development & Investment Corporation is supporting Central Arizona Shelter Services with two New Markets Tax Credit allocations totaling $31 million, strengthening CASS’ ability to expand shelter capacity and deliver critical services to some of Phoenix’s most vulnerable residents. The NMTC support includes a $12.5 million allocation for CASS – The … [More]
UMB Contributes $300,000 to the Phoenix Community
UMB Bank, n.a., a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corporation recently donated $300,000 to support three nonprofit organizations serving the Phoenix community: Brophy College Preparatory, Great Hearts Academies and School Choice Arizona. This is part of UMB’s annual corporate charitable donations that support a range of nonprofit organizations across its national footprint. … [More]
Credit Union’s $1.425M Donation Expands K–12 School for Hospitalized Children
When Justin Ramirez was diagnosed with leukemia at age 13, his days quickly filled with hospital rooms, IV medications and long stretches of treatment at Phoenix Children’s. In the middle of all of it, one thing helped him feel like himself again: school. To support that sense of normalcy for children like Ramirez, Desert Financial Foundation and Desert Financial Credit Union … [More]
‘Health for All Kids’ Pledge Debuts in Phoenix as Part of $1B National Initiative
Children’s Miracle Network, the charity that focuses solely on raising funds to support the health of all kids, launched The Health For All Kids Impact Pledge to demonstrate its participation in providing the necessary resources to support the country’s pediatric healthcare demands amid unstable funding sources. CMN has chosen Phoenix Children’s as one of three cities to launch … [More]
Valley Foundation Awards $50K to Eight Local Entrepreneurs
State Forty Eight Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 Entrepreneur Grant Awards. The eight awardees were honored during the Foundation’s annual Winners’ Circle Celebration presented by SRP and Four Peaks Brewing Co. This year, the Foundation awarded a total of $50,000 to eight Arizona-based small businesses spanning wellness, food and beverage, retail, … [More]
National Food Chain’s Holiday Tour Provides 25,000 Meals Across Arizona
Checkers & Rally’s Fry Love Express wrapped up a high-energy holiday tour across Arizona this December, turning five days of community celebrations into meaningful support for families facing food insecurity. As part of the brand’s nationwide “Season of Giving” campaign, the Fry Love Express traveled to five Arizona cities, serving more than 5,000 cups of Famous Seasoned … [More]
Wealth Management Firm Donates 500 Toys to The Boys and Girls Club This Holiday
Wilde Wealth Management Group, a locally owned company headquartered in Scottsdale, has contributed to a “merry and bright” holiday season for more than 900 children in need with a donation of 500 toys and $6,000 in additional cash donations to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley in December. This is Wilde’s 21st year supporting a local organization during the holiday season, … [More]
CornerStone Staffing: Building Stronger Communities, One Connection at a Time
Giving back is a natural extension of the company’s identity
When CornerStone Staffing opened its doors in 1991, it was a modest, family‑run staffing agency in Fort Worth with a simple belief: Strong businesses are built on strong people. More than three decades later, that belief has grown into a companywide ethos, one that now stretches across 11 locations, 65 employees and a rapidly expanding presence in the Greater Phoenix … [More]
BioLab Gifts Alma Mater with $2.2 Million
BioLab Holdings, Inc., an ASU alumni-founded biotech manufacturer in Mesa, recently gifted ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business with $2.2 million to support new scholarships, professional development travel, and the creation and buildout of the BioLab Sales and Innovation Lab. … [More]
Carlisle Companies Supports Suicide Prevention Program
Carlisle Companies Incorporated recently pledged $1.5 million to expand Phoenix Children’s Suicide Prevention Program, strengthening efforts to identify and support youth at risk for suicide. This new commitment builds on Carlisle’s initial investment, which launched the program’s pilot phase in March 2023. … [More]
MC Companies Dedicates Day to Community
Scottsdale-based multifamily investment, development and management company MC Companies demonstrated its commitment to community service recently with its 4th annual Volunteer Day, when employees across the country stepped away from their desks and properties to dedicate the day to helping local food banks and nonprofits. … [More]
Cox Charities Invests in Arizona Nonprofits
Cox, helping to bridge the gap as fewer Americans are donating to nonprofits, is increasing Arizona grants to at least $10,000 and some to $20,000. Cox employees, who fund Cox Charities through personal contributions, have raised $540,000 this year for nonprofits in the communities where they live and work. Grants target conservation, STEM and food security. … [More]
Plexus Worldwide Combats Food Insecurity
Scottsdale wellness company Plexus Worldwide’s recent support of Hunger Action Month was part of its Nourish One campaign to end food insecurity. During the annual Week of Service, 138 Plexus® team members volunteered 410 hours at the St. Mary’s Food Bank. In those four days, a total of 87,051 meals were contributed with a Plexus donation of $15,000 to help feed families across … [More]
Bashas’ Supports Feeding America Food Banks
Bashas’ — building on its long-time commitment to giving back to the communities it serves — stepped up to support its Feeding America food bank partners as food banks throughout Arizona and New Mexico were reporting growing requests for assistance. Over a four-day period recently, Bashas’ donated 20% of its profits across all stores to the hunger relief effort. … [More]
Southwest Gas Helps The Foster Alliance Bring Holiday Cheer
More than 150 Southwest Gas employees partnered with The Foster Alliance recently to bring comfort and joy to children in foster care during a large-scale holiday volunteer event at the company’s Phoenix office. As part of Southwest Gas’ BLUE (Building Lives Up Everywhere) employee volunteer program, Southwest Gas employees along with their families assembled 100 new bicycles … [More]
$100K Donation Expands Valley Food Access as SNAP Uncertainty Grows
In response to ongoing food insecurity and uncertainty around SNAP benefits, AZ Blue committed $100,000 to ensure more Arizonans have access to nutritious meals. This funding filled various food banks with essential items throughout the state including Maricopa, Pima, Coconino, Cochise, Pinal, Gila, and Apache counties through partners such as Local First, Salvation Army, and … [More]
