A recent study found 8 out of 10 American workers live paycheck to paycheck to make ends meet. These issues are even more critical for low-income and ethnically diverse students, as they are least likely to learn financial and career readiness concepts at home or school. The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation grant of $300,000 over two years to Junior Achievement of Arizona … [More]
Panda Express Announces $14 Million Pledge to Phoenix Children’s
Panda Express announced its $14.8 million, 10-year pledge to Phoenix Children’s as well as unveiled the new Panda Cares Center of Hope playroom on the 9th floor of the Thomas Campus. Leadership from both organizations were in attendance as well as Panda Cares Child Life specialists, passionate restaurant employees and patients who want to say thank you in person. “Panda … [More]
Tempe Awards Nearly $225,000 in Arts Grants to Local Nonprofits and Artist Collectives
The Tempe community can expect to see a calendar full of exciting, inclusive arts and culture programs this year thanks to a $225,000 investment from the City of Tempe. This week, Tempe awarded 35 arts grants to nonprofit organizations and artists collectives that present arts and culture programming. The funding supports a wide variety of activities, from theatre groups to … [More]
Arizona Foundation for Women Finds a New Independence with 501(c)(3) Status
Arizona Foundation for Women has been a leading voice of advocacy and a resource for women since its inception in 1995 and has provided millions of dollars to community nonprofit organizations. Each year, AFW awards grants to Arizona nonprofits that make a difference in the lives of women in the areas of safety, health, and economic empowerment. In 2016, the AFW became a … [More]
Maximizing Charitable Donations for Arizona State Tax Purposes: A Win-Win Strategy for Businesses
In today’s business landscape, corporate social responsibility is more than just a buzzword; it’s a crucial aspect of running a successful and sustainable business. Companies engaging in philanthropy and giving back to their communities often earn the respect and loyalty of their customers, employees and stakeholders. Additionally, charitable donations can be a strategic tax … [More]
LGBTQ Philanthropy Center Grants $432,750 to Nonprofits Serving LGBTQ People across Arizona
The Arizona Community Foundation’s Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy has granted $432,750 to 35 nonprofit organizations serving LGBTQ people across Arizona. “We are proud to have this opportunity to invest in organizations that are actively engaged in work that supports the Center’s mission to advance justice and opportunity for LGBTQ people and the … [More]
Valley of the Sun United Way Grants $9.3M for Maricopa County Nonprofit Organizations and Schools
Valley of the Sun United Way announced today more than $9.3 million in strategic investments of programs and services provided by 101 nonprofit organizations and schools throughout Maricopa County. In partnership with First Things First and other government support, Valley of the Sun United Way also provides nearly $80 million to support families with affordable quality … [More]
Delta Dental of Arizona Contributed $1.5 Million Through Community Giving
The Delta Dental Institute released its 2022 Community Impact Report highlighting the philanthropic investments that Delta Dental made last year to support the oral and overall health of communities across the country. According to the report, Delta Dental of Arizona contributed $1,495,967, positively impacting more than 295,125 people. “Delta Dental of Arizona exists to … [More]
Fresh Start to Expand Services for Women of Color through $1.3M Investment from JPMorgan Chase
Through a $1.3-million commitment from JPMorgan Chase to Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, the local nonprofit will provide expanded resources and support directly to women of color across the Valley. Fresh Start was selected as one of eight organizations nationwide to be awarded a grant from JPMorgan Chase’s Annual Challenge competition, receiving funding to increase support … [More]
Amazon Donation to Provide Shoes to Maricopa County Homeless
Amazon has donated 640 pairs of tennis shoes and sandals to Phoenix-based Circle the City that will be distributed to people facing homelessness in Maricopa County as a way to promote sustainability and support the community. Shoes and footwear are always in need and are critical to the health needs of the homeless. Many people facing homelessness have aged and worn footwear … [More]
Vitalyst Health Foundation Announces $700,000 in Grants
The Vitalyst Health Foundation Board of Trustees has approved $700,000 for four Systems Change Grants. The grants, each worth $175,000 over three years, are part of the Foundation’s ongoing mission to improve health and well-being for vulnerable populations across Arizona. Grant recipients are Activate Food Arizona, Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth, the Northern … [More]
Catholic Education Arizona Launches New Fund Raising Division ‘Changing Lives’
Catholic Education Arizona, the largest Catholic School Tuition Organization (STO) in Arizona, launched a new division to meet unmet student scholarship need. The new Changing Lives division will generate donations to ensure access to Catholic education for future generations. President and CEO of Catholic Education Arizona, Nancy Padberg, MBA, shared, "Educating children … [More]
Businesses Partner to Benefit Food Bank with Egg Deliveries
Local breakfast restaurant Over Easy is teaming up with Shamrock Farms in April to raise funds (and eggs!) for United Food Bank for the third annual ‘Dollars for a Dozen’ fundraiser. Throughout the month of April, when dining at any of the 11 Over Easy locations throughout Arizona, guests will have the opportunity to donate $1 or more to United Food Bank. Over Easy will then … [More]
New Nonprofit Launches in Arizona to Support Families Experiencing Dyslexia
Dyslexia Road, a new non-profit organization is launching in Phoenix to support families with children experiencing dyslexia. The organization is founded by Christine Alm, Christi Brink, Maggie Freeman and Colleen Luke, a group of mothers whose children are navigating a dyslexia diagnosis. They are guided by an advisory board comprised of Courtney Levinus, Kate Moore, Jami … [More]
Delta Dental of Arizona Awards More Than $740,000 in Local Grants
Delta Dental of Arizona, through its Foundation, has awarded grants to 33 non-profit organizations that are working to increase access to oral health services and provide nutritional programs for underserved populations across Arizona. These funds, totaling $743,536, were awarded to support projects and services promoting good oral health practices and increasing access to … [More]
Avnet Awards 12 U.S. Community Grants to Support Efforts in STEM, DEI, Communities in Crisis, and the Environment
Avnet awarded twelve community grants that support various organizations across the U.S. Avnet focuses on four areas of giving and employee volunteerism: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Communities in Crisis, and the Environment. Grants are reviewed and selected on a quarterly basis. Grants awarded in the current cycle … [More]
Super Bowl LVII’s Mission 57 Is to Tackle Youth Food Insecurity in Arizona
GENYOUth, the national non-profit organization founded by America's dairy farmers and the NFL to create healthier school communities, announced today the completion of its Mission 57: End Student Hunger initiative with the awarding of Grab and Go meal equipment and NFL FLAG-In-Schools kits to the Phoenix Union High School District (PXU). Combined with recent grants to Tucson … [More]
$1.5M Gift from Steele Foundation Launches Fellowship in Barrow Alzheimer’s and Memory Program
Barrow Neurological Foundation is proud to announce that the Steele Foundation has endowed the Dan Cracchiolo and Pam Grant Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry Fellowship in the Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Program at Barrow Neurological Institute. The generous $1.5 million endowment was made through the Barrow Grand Ball, the Women’s Board of Barrow Neurological … [More]
