Hushabye Nursery announced The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has donated $300,000 to support inpatient detox and recovery for infants experiencing Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). In the U.S., a baby is born every 15 minutes with NAS because of prenatal opioid exposure, which results in a complex and painful detoxification process in the days … [More]
Nonprofit Unveils New Identity, Renewed Focus on Workforce Empowerment
St. Joseph the Worker, Arizona’s leading employment-focused nonprofit, has officially rebranded as The Worker, a name that better reflects its mission to eliminate barriers to employment and connect individuals with quality jobs across the Valley. The rebrand, publicly unveiled at a celebratory open house on May 1, includes a modernized identity and updated program names … [More]
Sprouts Foundation to Award $3M in Grants to Local Organizations Focused on Nutrition, Health, and Wellness
The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation announced the launch of its 2025 Grants Program, with $3 million funding available to support local organizations that advance nutrition education, nutrition access, and wellness for children and adults in the communities where Sprouts operates. More than 500 local nonprofits will be selected to receive grants up to $10,000. “At … [More]
SRP Awards $200,000 in Grants to 55 Arizona Teachers for Innovative Classroom Projects
Salt River Project (SRP) announced it will award $200,000 in STEM, history and social science grants to support 55 elementary, middle and high school classrooms across the state through its Classroom Grants Program. The SRP Classroom Grants Program aims to support schools, educators and students as they develop projects and curriculum geared toward state-mandated … [More]
Valley Nonprofit Announces Rebrand
Assistance League of Phoenix, which has served Arizona students and families for more than 64 years, is pleased to announce a rebrand that includes changing the organization’s name to Delivering Dreams of Arizona. “We are thrilled to share this exciting news with the community,” said Aimee Runyon, Chief Executive Officer, Delivering Dreams of Arizona. “The new name is a … [More]
Banner Sports Medicine Receives $1M Gift from Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury
Donation will fund sports physicals and give athletes access to the most advanced training equipment
Banner Health announced the Banner Health Foundation has received a $1 million charitable gift from the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury and Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation. The donation will help support professional-level training, testing and equipment for young athletes across the Valley. Leaders from Banner Health and the Suns and Mercury took part in Monday’s … [More]
Televerde Foundation Celebrates Major Milestones for Incarcerated Women with 2024 Impact Report
Televerde Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides personal and professional development opportunities to incarcerated women so they can attain meaningful and rewarding careers upon release, is excited to announce the release of its 2024 Impact Report. This year's report highlights the continued growth, success, and transformation of the foundation's participants in … [More]
$600,000 Foundation Grant to Advance Initiatives for Adults with Autism and Other Disabilities
First Place AZ is proud to announce a transformative $600,000 grant over three years from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation during national Autism Acceptance Month. The generous $200,000 annual commitment will fuel innovative research, housing initiatives and leadership development programs aimed at fostering greater inclusion where people with autism and/or developmental … [More]
$250K Multi-Year Gift Announced to Support Domestic Violence Survivors and their Children
Sojourner Center announced a $250,000 multi-year general operating grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation that will provide safe shelter and supportive services to survivors of abuse and their children. This grant funding will specifically underwrite 2,775 safe nights of rest for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking over the next two … [More]
Construction Association Names Nonprofit Pro-Bono Project
Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA), the state's leading construction industry association, announces Jacob's Hope as the recipient of its annual Community Service Project. The ABA will provide free construction and renovation services to support the nonprofit's mission. Jacob's Hope, a Mesa-based nonprofit, is a specialty care nursery providing 24-hour medical care to … [More]
Partner Nonprofits Announce New Specialty License Plate ‘Driving Support for Autism’
Two Arizona organizations at the national forefront for autism research, support and services — Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) and First Place® AZ — have teamed up to introduce Arizona’s first specialty autism license plate: "Driving Support for Autism." Designed to raise awareness and generate support for autism-related programs and services … [More]
AZ Blue Invests in Scholarships to Train Arizona’s Future Healthcare Workers with $200K Gift
Arizona needs more workers in healthcare. Across the state, there is a shortage of health providers making it hard for patients to get the care they need. To help bridge the gap, AZ Blue is giving $200,000 in aid to future health workers. The gift, from AZ Blue Health Choice and the AZ Blue Foundation, provides need-based support for hundreds of students at … [More]
PXG Issues $1 Million Matching Challenge for California Wildfire Relief Efforts
Scottsdale-based PXG, the global golf equipment and apparel brand, has announced a significant commitment to match donations dollar-for-dollar up to $1 million for Team Rubicon to aid in the ongoing efforts to combat the devastating impact of recent wildfires in California. This initiative underscores PXG’s ongoing commitment to supporting the communities it serves, especially … [More]
Credit Union Makes over 900 Refurbished Laptops and PCs Available to Employees, Nonprofits
In 2024, Arizona Financial Credit Union made a significant community impact by donating over 920 refurbished laptops and PCs to local nonprofits and the credit union’s employees. These donations not only support the missions of the chosen nonprofit organizations but also contribute to reducing electronic waste, showcasing the credit union’s dedication to sustainability and … [More]
Arizona Builders Deliver Thousands of Toys to Kids in Need
Arizona’s 2nd largest toy drive brought holiday cheer to children across the state
Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA) with the help of construction industry workers across the state helped make a difference in the lives of over 3,000 children in need this holiday season through the 15th Annual Community Service Board's 2024 Toy Drive. Over 150 Arizona construction companies and individuals collected the mountain of toys, gifts, and approximately $45,000 in … [More]
Bank Gives $400,000 Multiyear Leadership Development Grant to Two Valley Nonprofits
Celebrating its 20th year, Bank of America’s signature Neighborhood Builders® program continues to be one of the nation’s largest philanthropic investments into nonprofit leadership development, while providing unique, multiyear, flexible grant funding annually to two high-impact nonprofits in nearly 100 communities nationwide. In Phoenix, Bank of America has named Boys … [More]
Credit Union Awards State Forty Eight Foundation with $30,000 Grant, Supports Entrepreneur Speaker Series
OneAZ Credit Union and the OneAZ Community Foundation award the State Forty Eight Foundation with a $30,000 Legacy Grant. This grant will help elevate the State Forty Eight Foundation’s Entrepreneur Speaker Series, which aims to encourage and inspire Arizona’s small business owners. “This $30,000 Legacy Grant is an investment in the dreams and aspirations of local … [More]
Community Leaders and Supporters Came Together to Raise Funds for Sports and Fitness Programs
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 … [More]
