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American Heart Association West Valley Heart Walk sets fundraising record

The West Valley Heart Walk is a noncompetitive, 3-mile walk with an optional 1-mile “Survivor Miracle Mile.” (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The American Heart Association’s 2025 West Valley Heart ...

St. Joseph the Worker raises $320,000 at Be the Impact event

“This year’s Be the Impact reminded us what’s possible when a community rallies around second chances,” said Carrie Masters, CEO of The Worker. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy On Thursday, Nov. 6, ...

PCH50’s Off the Record raises $1.5 million for Phoenix Children’s

The event raised $1,512,322, bringing Off the Record’s cumulative total to $6.5 million for Phoenix Children’s since its launch in 2017. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy On Nov. 7, PCH50 hosted its ...

Fresh Start Women’s Foundation named to Microsoft TechSpark Fellows Program

The Microsoft TechSpark Fellows Program will support new learning opportunities that make AI and digital tools approachable—whether a woman is seeking a career change, preparing for higher-paying roles or building confidence with technology. (File...

The Saguaros raise $1.37 million at annual Niteflite Golf & Gala

All proceeds benefit Saguaros Children’s Charities as The Saguaros will announce grant funding for Arizona children’s charities in May. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The Saguaros’ 36th annual Nit...

CHASSE Building Team assembles 2,200 holiday meal boxes for families in need

CHASSE Building Team packing 2,220 meal kits for local families for Thanksgiving (Photo courtesy: CHASSE Building Team/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Community Updates CHASSE Building Team, an employee-owned and operated general contracto...

HomeSmart raises more than $20K at Agents Helping Agents golf event

HomeSmart Helps provides unrestricted funding for agents facing hardships, including assistance with utility and medical bills or funeral expenses. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy HomeSmart raised ...

Arizona Broadway Theatre receives donation for youth scholarships

“We were ecstatic to learn we were chosen to receive this funding,” said Stephen Hohendorf, education director at Arizona Broadway Theatre. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Arizona Broadway Theatre ...

Mercy Care awards $50,000 grant to Fundamental Needs for Navajo water access project

“This work isn’t just about infrastructure, it’s about empowerment,” said Trisha Stuart, director of community relations at Mercy Care. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Mercy Care has awarded a 2025...

Heard Museum gala raises $1.2 million at Moondance

Heard trustee Matthew Boland chaired the event, which honored fellow trustee Sharron Lewis and artist Jesse Monongye (1952-2024). (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy About 450 guests attended Moondance...

Phoenix Symphony gala raises more than $550,000 for programs

Views of the Phoenix Symphony Gala on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Symphony Hall and the Hyatt Regency Phoenix, raising more than $550,000 for the symphony’s artistic and educational initiatives. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Fre...

Child Crisis Arizona raises more than $1M at 2025 Lunch for Love

The Arizona Biltmore Resort welcomed Child Crisis Arizona and nearly 500 guests to its annual Lunch for Love fundraising event. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Child Crisis Arizona welcomed nearly...

Tempe Diablos Charities opens grant applications for local nonprofits

In 2024, the group distributed more than $650,000 to over 70 nonprofits, funding scholarships, youth programs, public safety initiatives and family support services. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy ...

Mercy Care awards grant to Tempe Community Action Agency for senior homelessness initiative

Mercy Care, which is marking its 40th anniversary throughout 2025, partners with organizations across Arizona to advance health equity and address social risk factors. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy ...

Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona receives $100,000 grant from Arizona Lottery

The Arizona Lottery supports programs and organizations that promote the health and well-being of communities statewide. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona has...

Scottsdale Saguaros Grant $250,000 to Banner Health Foundation to Support Care for Uninsured Children

The donation was presented in October at the Mesa clinic, recognizing the Saguaros’ ongoing commitment to supporting children’s charities throughout the Phoenix area. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy ...

Rafi Law Group completes second Summer of Service initiative

The Summer of Service represents Rafi Law Group’s dedication to giving back to the communities it serves. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff reports | Community updates Rafi Law Group has completed its second annual Rafi’s Hope Summer...

Tempe Diablos award $650,000 in grants to more than 70 organizations

The funding supports a wide range of causes, including education, health, arts and youth services, and reflects the Diablos’ ongoing commitment to community development. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff reports | Free Press Philanthrop...

Advance Community receives $100K donation for food box program

The donation enabled Advance to purchase a refrigerated van that will be used to deliver nutritious food boxes to underserved communities. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Staff Reports | Community Updates Advance Community has receive...

Arizona Financial Credit Union launches foundation to expand local philanthropy

Arizona Financial will actively seek donations from vendors, members, and employees, strengthening its grantmaking capacity. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Arizona Financial Credit Union is announ...

Mercy Care awards $450K grant to support mobile food access in Arizona

Farm Express, which has operated since 2014 with support from Mercy Care, provides food access throughout Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Mercy Care has awarded Activate Foo...

Burton Family Foundation renews Arizona Housing Fund with $120K grant

Christy and Darryl Burton of The Burton Family Foundation (Photo Credit: Burton Family Foundation/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The Burton Family Foundation is once again awarding a $120,000 grant to the Arizona H...

Advance Community receives $35K grant from Thunderbirds Charities for I Choose Wellness Program

Thunderbirds Charities is the charitable giving arm of The Thunderbirds – hosts of the WM Phoenix Open. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Advance Community has been awarded a $35,000 grant from Thund...

James M. Cox Foundation awards UMOM New Day Centers a $250K grant

Pictured (L-R), RJ Muller (Cox), Monique Lopez (UMOM), Jackson Fonder (UMOM), Amy Davidson (UMOM), Susan Anable (Cox). (Photo Courtesy: Cox/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy UMOM New Day Centers has been awarded a $25...

Red, White & Brew raises $2,067 for kids’ mental health in the month of May

Red, White & Brew first opened its doors in East Mesa in 2002 and expanded to Prescott in 2021. (File Graphic/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Red, White & Brew’s Mesa and Prescott locations raised a combined...

MJ Raises over $146K at MJ Foundation Golf Outing

The primary objective of the MJ Foundation is to make a positive impact on local communities. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The MJ Companies hosted its third annual MJ Foundation Golf Scramble fu...

Kasai Japanese Steakhouse raises over $34K for Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers

“Each year, Fire & Fairways grows in impact thanks to the generosity of our guests and sponsors,” said Mike Russello, owner of Kasai Japanese Steakhouse. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Kasai J...

Thunderbirds Charities awards $25K grant to support Educare Arizona’s extended day program

This funding will help maximize learning opportunities, kindergarten readiness, and social-emotional development for young children while also providing critical support for working families. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | ...

Phoenix Children’s celebrates $500K Pledge from Over Easy

Located on the first floor of the hospital’s East Building, this procedure-free area offers patients and families the chance to play, create and connect in a fun and comfortable environment. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | F...

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council gets $50K grant from Thunderbirds Charities

Thunderbirds and Thunderbirds Charities will connect 500 girls across Maricopa County with skill-building programs. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council has been...

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