Board Developer, a business providing enhancement and professional development services to for-profit and nonprofit organizations and leaders, announced today the formation of Preston’s Pursuit for Acceptance. The new non-profit equips first responders with the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to effectively interact with individuals on the autism spectrum. The … [More]
Credit Union Contributes $300K to Arizona Nonprofits, Largest Grant Cycle
Desert Financial Credit Union announced $300,000 in donations to Arizona nonprofits through its grant program today. This is the credit union's largest grant cycle to date, an increase of more than 25% compared to 2022 and more than double the amount awarded just two years ago. "At Desert Financial, we care about the communities where we work and live," … [More]
Piper Announces 2023 Class of Piper Fellows
Nine inspiring Maricopa County nonprofit leaders were selected for Piper Trust’s 2023 Class of Piper Fellows. The Fellows are: Ryan Corry, chief philanthropy officer, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (serves individuals and families in central and northern Arizona through facilities across the state; its main campus is located in South Phoenix). Kate Fassett, chief … [More]
Rosendin Employees Raise $11,000 for Junior Achievement of Arizona
Employees with Rosendin, the nation’s largest employee-owned electrical contracting company with a regional office in Tempe, raised $11,000 to support literacy education in Arizona by partnering with Junior Achievement of Arizona (JA) for a Junior Achievement Bowl-A-Thon. Rosendin had 15 teams of bowlers and there were 9 teams of bowlers from event vendors that participated … [More]
Voya Employees Surprise Children’s Cancer Network with $10,000 Donation
Employees from Voya Financial, Inc. recently gathered in Chandler, Arizona, to volunteer at the Children’s Cancer Network, and they brought a surprise along with them – a $10,000 donation from Voya Foundation. Voya’s Arizona employees have had a long-standing relationship with the Children’s Cancer Network (CCN), which provides assistance to Arizona families battling childhood … [More]
Bank Foundation Launches Online Donation System to Fulfill Community Mission
Integro Bank announces the launch of the foundation's online donation landing page. The activation of the online donation system will allow the Integro Bank Foundation to move forward with its overall mission to support nonprofit organizations in the community that help small businesses grow. The foundation aims to advocate and provide exemplary leadership … [More]
Goodwill Raises More Than $285,000; Funds to Support Job Seekers, Arizonans without a High School Diploma, Veterans
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) hosted its annual Empower fundraising breakfast on Wednesday, Sept. 20, at the Phoenix Art Museum. More than 350 guests gathered to learn how Goodwill transforms the lives of individuals and families through programs and services like The Excel Center, a tuition-free high school for adults, the new Veteran and Military Family … [More]
WM Phoenix Open and the Thunderbirds Raise a Record $14.5 Million for Arizona Charities
The Thunderbirds – hosts of the WM Phoenix Open Presented by Taylor Morrison – announced the 2023 edition of “The People’s Open” raised a record $14.5 million for Arizona charities. This marks the sixth time in tournament history The Thunderbirds and the WM Phoenix Open have raised more than $10 million for charity in a single tournament. The previous record was set in 2020 … [More]
Credit Union Awards $44K in Grants to 10 Statewide Nonprofits
Since launching the Local Causes Visa® debit card program in 2020, Arizona Federal Credit Union has supported more than 60 unique nonprofits throughout Metro-Phoenix. Today, the local credit union has announced the latest group of 10 nonprofit organizations that will receive grants to support community-based initiatives. This round of grants amounts to a total of $44,000, and … [More]
Parsons Foundation Donates $500,000 for Homeless Youth Services
Native American Connections is pleased to announce a $500,000 grant over two years from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. The donation will fund the organization’s existing Homeless Youth Services. “The sad reality is that more and more youth are experiencing homelessness in Arizona,” said Bob Parsons, co-founder, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. “Native … [More]
