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St. Joseph the Worker receives $500K Grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation

The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation grant will also ensure the success of St. Joseph the Worker’s Workforce Housing and Training Program. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy St. Joseph the Worker is...

One Step Beyond raises over $350K at Help Us Grow Gala

Kevin Berk and Mackenzie Darling Berk attend the 2024 Help Us Grow (HUG) Gala hosted by One Step Beyond to support innovative programs and services for adults with intellectual disabilities. From left are Tyler Smith of Kidder Mathews; Jeff Swa...

2024 Avondale Championship Open raises $150K for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley

Avondale Toyota’s dedication over the last four years has generated $678,725 for various Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley efforts. Avondale Toyota admires the work of the nonprofit and is committed to supporting local families. (Submitte...

Local organizations partner to dedicate ‘Little Free Library’ at NOAH Cholla Health Center in Scottsdale

Delta Dental of Arizona has been a supporter of NOAH since 2013, helping to fund the organization’s three dental clinics throughout the Valley. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Local News That Matters Delta Dental of Arizona...

Arizona Costume Institute Holiday Luncheon to honor Valley philanthropist Jacquie Dorrance

Jacquie Dorrance Paradise Valley resident Jacquie Dorrance honored for commitment to philanthropy Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy The Arizona Costume Institute is set to honor Valley philanthropist and Town of Paradise Valley resid...

American entrepreneur and philanthropist Bob Parsons announces $1.5M gift to The Headstrong Project

The Moral Courage Award recognizes Bob Parsons (above) for his extraordinary efforts to share his own experience recovering from PTSD to help reduce the stigma of struggling with mental health challenges and seeking support. Headstrong provide...

FSL awarded $10K Bank of America grant

The grant from Bank of America will be used to address the financial constraints impacting 50 of these households, where the current rental rates are 40 percent of more of their monthly income and to bridge the gap between current revenue and the ...

Kelvin Beachum and Curtis Granderson compete to raise funds for food banks

To learn more about the friendly competition between Mr. Beachum, above, and Mr. Granderson and to make a donation, go HERE. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Arizona Cardinals’ NFL offensive lineman,...

Fresh Start notches $700K from Department of Labor to boost female access to high-wage careers

The grant, administered by the DOL’s Women’s Bureau and Employment and Training Administration, will enable Fresh Start to expand enrollment in non-traditional career programs such as construction, skilled trades, IT and technology, and advanced m...

The Rosendin Foundation gives $2.3M to 116 qualified, local nonprofits serving community needs

The Rosendin Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that brings together construction professionals to impact communities through financial grants and volunteer work. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Rosendin Foundation donations fuel positive ...

Phoenix Fast-Track Cities offers $10K to improve access to HIV services

A view of Phoenix City Hall in downtown Phoenix. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) Phoenix along with all of Arizona sees rise in HIV cases Staff Reports | Local News That Matters With the rise of new HIV cases in Arizona, access t...

SRP gives $275K to support Healthy Homes program

The Healthy Homes Air Conditioning Pilot Program was created to eliminate heat-related hazards for vulnerable, low-income households in Yuma, Pinal, Yavapai County, and La Paz Counties, as well as metropolitan Phoenix. (File Photos/DigitalFreePres...

Chateau Luxe names Child Crisis Arizona as 2024 recipient of event grant initiative

Child Crisis Arizona provides emergency shelter, foster care, adoption, counseling, early education, and parenting support services to Arizona’s most vulnerable children, youth and families. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Fr...

Mesa breaks record with summer Hydration Donation Campaign

 The campaign collected more than 1 million bottles. At left, Melissa Nelson, with United Food Bank, and Sally Harrison, president and CEO of Mesa Chamber of Commerce. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Record participation helps shatter M...

Chicanos Por La Causa gives Dr. Cecilia Rosales Legacy for Change award

Dr. Cecilia Rosales Dr. Cecilia Rosales is recognized for advocacy around public health Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Chicanos Por La Causa is presenting Dr. Cecilia Rosales with its inaugural Legacy for Change award for her life...

Phoenix Heart Ball Committee hosts fashion show at addressing luncheon

Since its inception, the Phoenix Heart Ball has raised over $51 million, with operational expenses generously covered by donations, ensuring that every dollar from ticket sales directly contributes to AHA’s vital programs. (Submitted Photos: Phoen...

Christian Siriano to serve as keynote speaker at 2024 Arizona Costume Institute Holiday Luncheon

Christian Siriano, an award wining CFDA designer, has established himself as a tour de force in the fashion world since launching his eponymous collection in 2008 following his studies in London under Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. (Phot...

One Step Beyond to honor achievements, advocates of the disability community at the 2024 Help Us Grow Gala

The H.U.G. Gala is black tie optional and will kick off with a cocktail hour from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. before attendees enjoy dinner and a program featuring a silent and live auction and performances from OSBI participants. Catering services will be p...

Foothills Caring Corps receives $35K grant from Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust

The volunteer-based Foothills Caring Corps is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for elderly residents and adults with disabilities in the northeast Valley. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Foothi...

The Women’s Collective offers $20K in grant dollars to elevate female leaders

Register for the third annual Night Run scheduled for Nov. 9 and learn more about The Women’s Collective. (Submitted Graphic/DigitalFreePress) The Women’s Collective is steadfast in support of greater Scottsdale community Staff Reports | Free...

Andrea Robertson and Beth McRae co-chair 2025 Celebrate Youth Gala for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale

The 2025 gala is led by Scottsdale philanthropists — Andrea Robertson and Beth McRae, who will serve as co-chairs of the signature community event — the Celebrate Youth Gala. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Mary Ellen McKee named ...

Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust fuels Pilgrim Rest Foundation pursuit to prevent homelessness

Over the past three decades, the Pilgrim Rest Foundation has assembled a comprehensive collection of programs, services and resources to help individuals and families in their time of need. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Pre...

Spinato’s kicks off ‘The Kindness Challenge’ to help those experiencing homelessness

Spinato’s guests are encouraged to purchase the Kindness Bags and distribute them to someone they see who is in need. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Spinato’s effort seeks to raise funds for St. Vincent de Paul effort Staff Reports | Fre...

Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation remains steadfast in support of children in Arizona foster care

The funding will allow the FosterEd Arizona team to continue directly serving students for a final year while completing a planned transition to ensure these services. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation offers ...

KTAR News & Arizona Sports Give-A-Thon raises record-breaking $2.3M for Phoenix Children’s

The KTAR News & Arizona Sports Give-A-Thon is the most successful radiothon of its kind in the nation. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy KTAR News 92.3 FM and Arizona Sports 98.7 FM’s annual Give-...

Rafi Law Group offered $52K to Valley nonprofit organizations last quarter

Some of the organizations that were supported by Rafi Law Group this quarter include CASS, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and St. Vincent De Paul. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Rafi’s Hope, ...

Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation gives $500K to Elevate Phoenix

Elevate Phoenix partners with Arizona’s largest high school district — Phoenix Union — which has more than 30,000 students enrolled. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Elevate Phoenix has be...

Mesquite Fresh Street Mex donates 20,000 school supplies to Valley high schools

The Mexican restaurant made donations to schools across the Phoenix metropolitan area within the vicinity of all nine Mesquite locations. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy On Aug. 13, Mesquite Fresh S...

Larry Fitzgerald, Bell Bank team up on back-to-school shopping spree

Views of the back-to-school shopping event and $100 giveaway. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) Staff Reports | Free Press Philanthropy Larry Fitzgerald, Jr. recently joined Bell Bank representatives to take 50 children from Future Stars &...

Christina Dicksen selected as board chair at United Food Bank

Christina Dicksen Christina Dicksen serves Experience Scottsdale as director of communications Staff Reports | Digital Free Press United Food Bank is announcing its newest board chair, Christina Dicksen.Since 2019, Ms. Dicksen has served o...
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