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Care Fund receives Arizona Financial Foundation grant for housing support

Founded in 2013, Care Fund is the only Arizona nonprofit solely dedicated to preventing homelessness for families facing pediatric medical emergencies. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Care Fund, a ...

Stacy Fuson Foundation raises more than $105,000 at charity poker tournament

The event raised more than $105,000 to support individuals with disabilities through adaptive sports programs, equipment needs and other assistance. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The Stacy Fuson ...

Child Crisis Arizona gala in Scottsdale raises more than $1 million

Vala and David Lueth n addition to fundraising, the event honored Vala and David Lueth, pictured above, with the organization’s Legacy of Love Award, recognizing their support for children and fam...

Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation reports 2025 impact serving more than 3,100 youth

Post-Secondary Program participants at a ‘Spring 2026 scholar dinner’ hosted by Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation. (Photo Courtesy: AFFCF/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Community Updates Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foun...

Make-A-Wish Arizona raises $2.4 million at Wish Ball 2026

From left are Cary Flanders, Rebecca Fowler, Wish Ball Co-Chair; Lee Courtney, Andrea Robertson and their guests at Make-A-Wish Arizona Wish Ball 2026. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) From left are Michael Mallace, Jo...

Phoenix Children’s Beach Ball raises $1.3M for Hope Fund

Held at the Arizona Biltmore’s Spire Bar, the fundraiser featured food service, live music by ELI’S Band, a casino-style gaming experience and outdoor dancing. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Phoen...

Arizona Pet Project HERO Awards raise $370,000 to support pet‑inclusive services

The annual fundraiser raised $370,000 to support The Arizona Pet Project’s mission of keeping pets with their families during periods of crisis. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The Arizona Pet Proj...

Phoenix Symphony luncheon raises $240,000 for community programs

Peter Kjome, Mac Perlich and Mo Stein Regina Nixon Peter Kjome Julie Pace and Dave Seldon Mac Perlich, Peter Kjome and Leslie Deshew Meghan Cox and Cathy Stein Dian Davanzo Rex Albright and Peter Kjome Proceeds support Phoeni...

Fresh Start honors Pat Petznick Wick, Carolina Herrera with inaugural ICON Award

Fresh Start Co-Founder Pat Petznick Wick accepts Fresh Start’s ICON Award from President and CEO Kim McWaters. (Photo Credit: Orlando Pelagio Medium/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Fresh Start Women’s Foundati...

AZ Blue reports $6 million in community reinvestments in 2025

AZ Blue states that these partnerships and volunteer contributions are part of a broader effort to expand access to care, resources and community support across the state. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthr...

Concours in the Hills raises $467,000 for Phoenix Children’s Foundation

Concours in the Hills raises funds for pediatric cancer research and treatment programs, including the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children’s. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy T...

Dance With Me Gala raises over $500K to benefit Ballet Arizona

Ballet Arizona dancer Trey Puckett; Artistic-Director Daniela Cardim; and dancers Ricardo Santos and Lindsay Camden (Photo Courtesy: Ballet Arizona/DigitalFreePress) Honorees Charlie and Joan Berry Madison Penney & Ali Chester, who are...

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back reports community impact

The Lerner & Rowe Gives Back team also contributed more than 4,200 volunteer hours during the year. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reorts | Free Press Philanthropy Lerner & Rowe Gives Back, the nonprofit arm of Lerner &...

Childhelp hosts 22nd annual Drive the Dream Gala at the Phoenician

Childhelp Co-founder Sara O’Meara with Co-founder Yvonne Fedderson’s photograph displayed in her honor, during the 2026 Drive the Dream Gala. (All Photos Courtesy of Phil Gudenschwager/DigitalFreePress) Childhelp Co-founder Sara O&...

Wespac Charities donates $100,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona

Wespac Charities’ donation will support construction of additional homes, creating long-term benefits beyond a single family. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Wespac Charities announced a $100,000 d...

Rock the Rooftop event generates $40K in donations benefiting Make-A-Wish Arizona and Riot Gives Back

The 2025 Rock the Rooftop fundraiser was hosted by Jason Adler, chief development officer of Riot Hospitality Group, along with Brandon Bell of Next Level Steel, John Creighton of Southwest Residential Interiors and Dillan Micus of 345 Wealth Mana...

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 ...
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Cullum Homes marks 40 years in luxury homebuilding

Design trends and home prices have shifted significantly over the past four decades, but Cullum Homes’ leadership says its focus on delivering a quality homebuilding experience has remained constant since the company was founded in 1985.

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