Many families and individuals find themselves financially strapped during the holidays, but for those who encounter unexpected hurdles, the season can be more stressful than joyous. When you add in the tightening economy, elimination of some federal assistance programs, and the increased costs of housing, groceries, energy, and more, the holidays seem like they are even more … [More]
Employee Benefits Co. Donates to Help Relieve Medical Debt
Benefit Commerce Group, an Alera Group company, for the 3rd year in a row, is making a donation in honor of its clients to help pay off medical debt for individuals in Maricopa County, Arizona. “We have received very positive comments from our clients and others the past two years about this effort, and that’s why we are continuing to help our community through this … [More]
Credit Union Donates $235,000 to Arizona Nonprofits through Annual Grant Program
Desert Financial Credit Union is contributing $235,000 to Arizona nonprofits through its annual community development grant program. Arizona’s largest credit union increased its grant giving by nearly $100,000 this year, up from $137,500 in 2021. “Giving back to our community is a driving force at Desert Financial,” said Jeff Meshey, Desert Financial Credit Union … [More]
Credit Union Helps Homeless through $30,000 Grant
OneAZ Credit Union and the OneAZ Community Foundation are proud to award a $30,000 Legacy Grant to Homeward Bound. This funding will support 160 families in the Phoenix area through Homeward Bound’s Shelter and Community Program. This program provides families experiencing homelessness with access to an array of services from financial education to youth programs. “Our … [More]
Beloved Valley Pizza Chain Raises $415k for Food Bank
Barro’s Pizza did their part once again to help fight hunger in Arizona. On Tues., Dec. 6, 2022, Barro’s Pizza hosted the Eleventh Annual Doran Barro Holiday Hunger Fight which raised nearly than $415,000 for St. Mary’s Food Bank. “We can’t thank you customers enough for their loyalty and support this year and every year for the last 11 years,” said Mike Barro co-owner of … [More]
Arizona Community Foundation Selects New President & CEO
Anna Maria Chávez will join the Arizona Community Foundation as President & CEO in February 2023 following a national executive search process conducted by Carlson Beck and the ACF CEO Search Committee. Anna Maria Chávez is an executive leader, attorney, inspirational speaker, writer, and community advocate. She has dedicated her career to advocating for others, … [More]
TruWest® Credit Union Supports MCC Supporting Students
TruWest Credit Union strengthened its longstanding partnership with Mesa Community College and support of students participating in its First Year Experience program with a recent $40,000 grant that covers tuition and fees for approximately 50 students and funds student leadership opportunities through stipends for FYE ambassadors for the 2022-2023 academic year, and in-kind … [More]
U.S. Egg Supports Arizona Helping Hands
U.S. Egg, the Valley’s ultimate breakfast and lunch spot, dedicated the entire month of November to team up with Arizona Helping Hands for its annual toy and pajama drive benefitting more than 14,000 boys and girls in foster care. All six Valley locations of U.S. Egg collected new toys and pajamas for the nonprofit. … [More]
Super Bowl Legacy Grant Recipient Awarded $75,000
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee and the NFL Foundation announced Super Bowl Legacy Grant recipient Vitalant, the largest national nonprofit focused on blood services, is receiving $75,000 for a new bloodmobile. The announcement also marks the 75-day countdown to Super Bowl LVII. “Investing in our community is paramount … [More]
A Fiesta for the Arizona Community
In 1971, nine local business leaders gained approval from NCAA on the idea of an Arizona-based college football bowl game to enhance the stature of the state. Today, that game is the iconic Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. Over the years, the game has had many high-profile sponsors. And with their support, the Fiesta Bowl has created a world-class community organization that executes … [More]
Afterschool Reading Program Receives $250K Grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
A Phoenix-based nonprofit, Read Better Be Better was awarded a $250,000 grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation for its afterschool reading comprehension program. The funds will allow RBBB to expand to four new elementary school districts: Roosevelt, Liberty, Peoria, and Tempe; reaching 22 additional schools, 1,408 new readers and leaders for a total of 4,190 … [More]
Arizona Teachers Receive $1M Annual Traditional Gift Celebrating Educators
Continuing the Fiesta Bowl Organization’s annual tradition of honoring, supporting and celebrating educators throughout Arizona, Fiesta Bowl Charities granted 400 teachers with $2,500 each through the Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers Draft Day presented by SRP. The wishes were spread throughout the state this year with 72 cities and towns represented … [More]
Equality Health Foundation Focuses on Forging Connections
Convene, collaborate and build. These are the three principles that guide Equality Health Foundation’s social impact work. The organization’s bold goal to advance access to health and well-being in diverse and under-resourced communities has elevated its ability to influence positive change. And with the lens of its diverse board, Equality Health Foundation is eliminating … [More]
Delta Dental of Arizona Rolls Up Sleeves for St. Vincent de Paul
Recently, more than 30 Delta Dental of Arizona employees came together to support the critical work of St. Vincent de Paul. Throughout the day, volunteers prepared and served 237 meals to St. Vincent de Paul clients, and the team also handed out fresh to-go food bags they assembled. Dentists from the Delta Dental board also got involved, volunteering their time to the Delta … [More]
Fundraising for Our Most Complex Social Issues
Inspiring donors and raising philanthropic support for society’s most complex issues — those where tangible outcomes and positive impact may not be realized for years — is a challenge facing nonprofits worldwide. Homelessness is one case in point. We spoke with four experts who shared stories of how they turned challenges into effective fundraising opportunities. Human … [More]
Republic Services Donates $50,000 Towards Simulation Lab at Phoenix Children’s
Phoenix Children’s was gifted a $50,000 donation from the Republic Services Charitable Foundation to support the development of the hospital’s Simulation Training Lab. Republic Services is a leader in the environmental services industry and charitable giving is an integral part of the Company’s operations. Based in Phoenix, Republic Services believes it is essential to be … [More]
Fresh Cravings to Salsabrate™ Goodness
Collaboration is among the most powerful methods to unite communities and make positive change possible. When Mike Parker and his family launched Next Phase Enterprises in 1995 and FoodStory Brands in 2015, they elevated standards and put purpose in focus. While Next Phase specializes in sales and marketing of food and beverages to merchants such as Walmart and Sam’s Club, … [More]
Salad and Go Doubles Down Against Food Insecurity
In honor of Hunger Action Day, Arizona-born brand Salad and Go donated 8,600 pounds of fresh romaine, carrots and sweet potatoes to the United Food Bank, partner of Feeding America. In addition to this specific Hunger Action Day initiative, Salad and Go will be donating nearly 4,000 fresh salads to various partners across Arizona as part of a weekly initiative the brand has … [More]
