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Scottsdale Charros cook dinner and deliver grant dollars to Ronald McDonald House in central Phoenix

Ronald McDonald House Charities officials tell the Digital Free Press the Roanoke House serves all who arrive oftentimes traveling hundreds of miles to receive state-of-the-art medical care at Phoenix Children’s, Banner University Medical Center a...

Pat Petznick gives $1M to Fresh Start Women’s Foundation

A view of Melinda Petznick, Alexis-Petznick, Pat Petznick, Wick Dani Petznick, Alexandra Bray and Belle Petznick at the May 16 event celebrating the legacy of the Petznick sisters who founded the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation. (Submitted Ph...

Arizona Children’s Association receives $75K grant from Angel Charity

This generous support will help Arizona’s Children Association restore the crisis clinician position at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Southern Arizona. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Grant dollars restore crisis clinician at the Arizona...

Paradise Valley couple hosts MS charity tournament in Surprise to support research, advocacy

Their sixth annual MS Charity tournament was held in Surprise during St. Patrick’s Day weekend. (Submitted photo/DigitalFreePress) Tournament by Surprise Pickleball Association sees 400 players, nets record $24K Staff Reports | Digital Free ...

Summer of a Million Meals returns to Valley airwaves to help fight hunger

Throughout the summer, United Food Bank, in partnership with 12News will host two giving telethon events on June 6 and July 18. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Summer of a Million Meals: United Food Bank, 12News & Fry’s host drive Staff R...

Driving Fore Health & Wellness raises over $64K for cancer care at Banner Boswell Medical Center

Among the supporters was Banner Health thoracic surgeon Brett Broussard, who shared his very personal story of being diagnosed with cancer at 17, which led him to a career as a surgeon treating cancer in others. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) S...

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty continues community support in Mexico

The volunteer team spent the weekend with the dedicated staff of the Rancho Feliz Charitable Foundation, where volunteers contributed to the construction of three houses led by RFCF and assisting at a dog rescue facility. (File Photos/DigitalFreeP...

Childhelp Wings Fashion Show & Luncheon exceeds fundraising expectations at Chateau Luxe

Singer Rosevelt Rawls in red Childhelp gown Left to Right: Co-Chair Ivy Cioli, Childhelp Founder Yvonne Fedderson, Childhelp Founder Sara O’Meara, Joseph Ciolli Left to Right: Michael Hampton, Co-Chair Monique Hampton, Co-Chair Ivy Ciolli, J...

Phoenix Art Museum raises over $820K at The pARTy held in downtown Phoenix

From left are Jeremy Mikolajczak Ana Tello Don and Judy Opatrny Michele and Matt Feeney. A new addition to this year’s affair, guests dined under the stars in the Dorrance Sculpture Garden, accompanied by live entertainment by Arizona-base...

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church recognized by Family Promise for volunteer efforts

Volunteers from St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at the Family Promise Miracle Worker Celebration. Honored for their hard work providing meals for families experiencing homelessness in partnership with Family Promise of Greater Phoenix, a nonprofit or...

Assistance League of Phoenix Raises over $554K at Celebration of Caring Gala

Cathy and Bob Frye, Gina and Charlie Agee, Stephanie and JD Chastain, Jody and Tim Moman, Cathy and Bob Byram Bob Nanberg, Aimee Runyon, Assistance League CEO; Rep. Matt Gress and Daniel Scarpinato Samantha Greeban and Renee Higgs Barbara...

notMYkid raises over $800K at Power of Love gala held at Arizona Biltmore

notMykid representatives tell the Digital Free Press the funds raised will support critical programs such as trauma-informed education prevention for youth and their caregivers, life skills training, peer-to-peer support, individual and family cou...

Elevate Phoenix notches $1M gift from Yield Giving open call

Spearheaded by Lever for Change, a total of 361 non-profits from 38 states and U.S. territories were selected, including Arizona’s Elevate Phoenix. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Elevate Phoenix to use grant to benefit young people of local com...

Tempe Diablos name finalists for Excellence in Education event in Chandler

The event hosted by the Tempe Diablos is referred to as “The Academy Awards of Education” thanks to the red carpet entry, the black-tie fashion and the caliber of the awards given. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Wild Horse Pass Resort hosts Tem...

West Valley domestic violence shelter gets $250K grant from Thunderbird Charities

The Thunderbird Charities grant has pushed New Life Center to the halfway mark of its $5 million capital campaign. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Thunderbird Charities fuels New Life Center domestic violence shelter Staff Reports | Digital F...

Arizona Housing Fund receives $120K grant from Burton Family Foundation

Christine and Daryl Burton, founders of the Burton Family Foundation; (Photo credit: Burton Family Foundation/DigitalFreePress) Arizona Housing Fund supports those experiencing homelessness in Phoenix metropolitan Staff Reports | Digita...

St. Joseph the Worker begins workforce housing and training program

The innovations for impact grant is designed to increase the capacity of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working within Arizona to address housing instability and those experiencing homelessness. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Arizona Housing...

UMOM celebrates 60 years of vital service to families experiencing homelessness

Today, UMOM New Day Centers provides safe shelter and supportive services for nearly 800 individuals every night, including 155 families and 130 single women. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) UMOM continues fight to serve those fighting for thems...

Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen hosts BloomKidz fundraiser for Autism Awareness Month

Since BloomKidz was founded in 2022, the clinic has grown to include 30 clients and a staff of 60. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Picazzo’s to donate $1 for every dessert sold during the month of April Staff Reports | Digital Free Press W...

Hope in Motion raises more than $110K to aid FSL mission

The annual breakfast event gave guests and supporters a first-hand look into the lives of FSL clients through their stories, demonstrating how FSL’s programming and resources were able to help them gain, maintain, and enhance their independence. (...

An Evening of Goodwill comes to Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia

This event will feature upcycled fashion by local designers and a curated boutique featuring handbags, jewelry, and more — all while delighting in live music, dining, and drinks. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Omni Scottsdale Resort and S...

Vitalyst Health Foundation announces Spark grant recipients to support healthy communities

These Spark Grants support collaborations in their journey to address systemic change, allowing partners to figure out solutions, which could then be further funded by a Systems Change Grant. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Vitalyst Health Found...

Cushman & Wakefield’s Phoenix office celebrates Women’s History Month

Several art pieces from CREO were displayed throughout Cushman & Wakefield’s Phoenix office, and offered for sale during the philanthropic event. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Cushman & Wakefield host Phoenix art walk fundraising event...

feeney/winthrop Benefit Concert raises over $51K for St. Joseph the Worker

From left are SJW chief operation officer Daren-Strunk and CEO Carrie Masters. From left are Barbara and Terry Fenzl. In fiscal year 2022-23, SJW marked a significant milestone by extending its services to over 10,000 individuals, which officia...

A New Leaf’s ‘A Night in Positano’ gala raises $850K at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge

(Photos Courtesy of Chels Andies/DigitalFreePress) A New Leaf remains in dedicated pursuit to help transform local lives in need Staff Reports | Digital Free Press A New Leaf is reporting a monumental success of its camaraderie gala, “A N...

Ballet Arizona offers Dance With Me Gala at Phoenix Art Museum this April

The evening will be chaired by Kate Groves and is themed around the upcoming production, The Four Seasons, choreographed by Mr. Andersen. (Photo Courtesy of Haute Media/DigitalFreePress) Ballet Arizona hosts one-of-a-kind charitable night at th...

AZ Impact For Good activates new website to serve better the local nonprofit community

AZ Impact For Good offers modern approach to nonprofit service Staff Reports | Digital Free Press AZ Impact for Good — formerly the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits + Arizona Grantmakers Forum — has launched a newly updated website...

Phoenix Art Museum hosts Sapphire Gala at The pARTy in the Garden this April

Above are the pARTy committee with the Phoenix Art Museum. They are Donald C. Opatrny, Jr., chair of the board of trustees; Judith Opatrny, Michele Feeney, Trustee; and Matthew Feeney. (Photo: Airi Katsuta/Phoenix Art Museum) Sapphire Gala: Pho...

The Catholic Community Foundation: Giving Circle Grants provide $144K to 9 Arizona 501(c)(3) nonprofits

The Giving Circle is the only Catholic-granting giving circle in Arizona whereas the grant fund amount this year is a collection of annual member dues and the disbursement from the ‘Forever Funds.’ (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Cat...

Jeri Royce appointed as board chair for AZ Impact for Good

Jeri Royce Advance Community President and CEO Jeri Royce tapped for board Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Jeri Royce, president and CEO of Advance Community, a Phoenix-based nonprofit organization that seeks to build optimal health in...

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Delivering Dreams of Arizona hosts annual gala, raises more than $605,000

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Real Property & Homes

North Scottsdale estate with 18-car garage hits market for $6.95M

A newly constructed luxury estate has hit the market in North Scottsdale’s exclusive Estancia golf community, offering a dream retreat for automotive enthusiasts.

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Real Property & Homes

Camelot Homes breaks ground at Villas II luxury golf community at Desert Mountain

Camelot Homes has broke ground at Villas II, the second phase of its 23-home, lock-and-leave community of single-family detached residences within the prestigious Seven Desert Mountain golf community.

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HomeSmart Receives Blue Zones Approval for Scottsdale Worksite

Staff Reports | Business & Commerce HomeSmart, one of the nation’s top 10 real estate brokerages headquartered in Scottsdale, was recently designated as a Blue

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Real Property & Homes

Silver Sky of the Town of Paradise Valley sells $5M homesite under 48 hours

In an illustration of market demand and luxury momentum, a 1.5-acre parcel, Lot 1 named Celeste in the new-build community of Silver Sky, has officially sold less than 48 hours after being listed for $5 million.

July 29, 2025 No Comments

Paradise Valley

Realty Executives strengthens Arizona network through capital investment

Staff Reports | Real Property & Homes Realty Executives International reports it is aligning its ownership structure across Arizona and re-establishing common ownership of the

July 17, 2025 No Comments

Scottsdale

Andrew Bloom celebrates 30 years at the helm of Arizona’s luxury real estate scene

As Andrew Bloom marks his 30th year as a leader in the real estate industry, the Scottsdale-based founder of BVO Luxury Group stands not only as a top producer, but as an architect of the modern luxury real estate experience.

July 16, 2025 No Comments