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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...

Thunderbirds Charities offers Fresh Start $100K to bolster family law services

Since 2006, Thunderbirds Charities has donated over $817,000 to Fresh Start, demonstrating their unwavering support for the 4,000-plus women and their children served by the organization each year. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Thunderbirds Ch...

Flinn Foundation adds Chris Camacho and Adam Goodman to board of directors

Pictured above Chris Camacho, left, and Adam Goodman, right, who have been appointed to the Flinn Foundation Board of Directors. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Flinn Foundation taps Phoenix business leaders to bolster executive ranks Staff R...

Childhelp celebrates 65 years at 20th annual Drive the Dream gala

Jim Hebets, Carol Hebets, Yvonne Fedderson, Sara O’Meara, Sheila Ingram, Mike Ingram Yvonne Fedderson, Caitlin McHugh, John Stamos, Sara O’Meara, Billy Stamos Jim Hebets, Kathie Lee Gifford, Carol Hebets Yvonne Fedderson, Dru Hammer, Sara...

Family Promise of Greater Phoenix hosts Wines Around the World event

Wines Around the World, an event that benefits families experiencing homelessness, is a chance to taste different wines from across the globe while providing support for those who need it. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Wines Around the World b...

4 Years and Counting: Scottsdale football fan group donates $50K to dog rescue

Earlier this month, the EaglesWest club delivered a check for $11,160 to the LovePup Foundation in Scottsdale. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) EaglesWest gives $50K to LovePup dog rescue over 4 years Staff Reports | Digital Free Press For ...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement now accepting grant applications

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement accepting applications until Feb. 29. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Applications accepted by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona until Feb. 29 Staff Reports |...

Make-A-Wish breaks wish-granting record at Super Bowl LVIII

Garrett Lee, above, was part of a group of 20 wish kids, which is the largest number of wishes ever granted at a Super Bowl. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Make-A-Wish Arizona sends local teen Garrett Lee to Super Bowl Staff Reports | Digita...

‘Baseball for Babbo’ gives 100% of profits to pancreatic cancer research

This event is foremost a loving tribute to the founder of Babbo Italian Eatery, the late Ken Pollack. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) ‘Baseball for Babbo’ aids Magowitz Foundation, HonorHealth research Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Ba...

Philanthropic arm of The MJ Companies sends families to Phoenix Zoo

In partnership with Valley of the Sun United Way and Phoenix Zoo, the MJ Foundation raised more than $45,000. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) MJ Companies partners with United Way for trip to Phoenix Zoo Staff Reports | Digital Free Press ...

Sun Health Foundation receives $5K from Wilde Wealth Management

From left are Wilde Wealth Management Group COO Jackie Yoder; Sun City-Surprise managing partner Nicholas Bair; and partner Jeffrey Anthony at the Sun Health Foundation chef presentation at the Sun City-Surprise office. (Photo: Wilde Wealth Manage...

T.W. Lewis Foundation raises over $50K to help those in need

The foundation kicked off this campaign by donating approximately $50,000 collectively to these nonprofits on Dec. 4, which was also the day the social media fundraising began. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) T.W. Lewis Foundation benefits St. V...

Childhelp hosts Drive the Dream Gala: The Power of Love Throughout the Years

The evening will also reflect on the remarkable journey of Childhelp’s founders Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson (pictured above), who discovered their mission of helping abused, neglected and at-risk children while on a USO Tour during the Korea...

Scottsdale Charros open 2024 grant window with applications due Feb. 29

The Charro Foundation emphasizes giving grants to Scottsdale-based nonprofits who do work in the areas of youth, youth sports, education, Scottsdale’s western heritage, or cultural and community enrichment. (File Photos/DigitaFreePress) Scottsd...

Mike McQuaid I Am Home Breakfast raises $1 million to help Keys to Change

The McQuaid family Brian and Roxanne McAfferty of Avondale Toyota Derrick Hall, Jonathan Koppell and Amy Schwabenlender Co-hosted by Amy Schwabenlender and Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Derrick Hall, the 90-minute event featured several videos ab...

St. Joseph the Worker announces annual feeney/winthrop Benefit Concert

Since its establishment in 1988, SJW has helped over 35,000 individuals in more than 50 ZIP codes across the Valley. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) feeney/winthrop Benefit Concert raises funds for St. Joseph the Worker Staff Reports | Digita...

Children’s Museum of Phoenix offers free programming in month of February

The museum will host interactive activities, shows and educational information related to the mouth, teeth, and oral health all month long, representatives of Delta Dental say. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Delta Dental shoulders cost of progr...

A New Year, A Fresh Start: Free career training programs for women

In collaboration with top educational institutions and employers, Fresh Start offers free career training opportunities, allowing women to pursue the careers of their choice. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Fresh Start offers new career training...

Local students volunteer to package 52,488 Meals at Feed My Starving Children

At the Mesa site, volunteers handpack meals for Feed My Starving Children and send them to an incredible network of partner organizations that stay with communities for the long haul, empowering them to move from relief to development. (File Photo...

Child Crisis Arizona buys Whispering Hope Ranch in Mesa to expand therapeutic palette options

Whispering Hope Ranch, which is renowned for its therapeutic equestrian and outdoor adventure programs, will now operate as a program under the umbrella of Child Crisis Arizona. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Whispering Hope Ranch property fuel...

Panda Cares Center of Hope opens in Scottsdale to serve local Boys & Girls

Panda Cares Center of Hope is a newly renovated space within the club designed to deliver more joy, education, and critical social-emotional development to local communities. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Panda Cares Center of Hope serves Hart...

GiGi’s Ranch Gala returns at the Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia

All proceeds will support the nonprofit’s mission to serve over 1,000 families with a Down syndrome diagnosis by providing free educational and therapeutic programs that advance literacy, math, and motor skills. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) G...

Foster360 provided $125K grant from Mercy C.A.R.E.S. reinvestment program

From left are Trisha Stuart, Mercy Care director of community relations; Elena Reid, Foster360 co-director; Sommer Knight, Foster360 co-director; Colleen Fisher, Mercy Care community reinvestment manager; and Karrie Steving, Mercy Care Children’s ...

United Food Bank offers annual Christmas food distribution at Mesa Convention Center

The Christmas food distribution will be conducted as a drive-thru where individuals can fill their empty vehicle trunk with meals for themselves and family members. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Christmas food distribution is Wednesday, Dec. 2...

Fiesta Bowl Charities unveils community resource room at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale Peach Springs Branch

Local youth and teens will utilize the upgraded space as a hub to gather and engage in fun recreational activities that will strengthen their connection to each other and their community. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Fiesta Bowl Charities and...

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Canal Convergence to spotlight Western nature at Scottsdale Waterfront

July 14, 2026 No Comments

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

Real Property & Homes

Nickie and Don Knight of Compass notch $25M sale of modern Mediterranean estate at Silverleaf

Compass Arizona is announcing a recent $25 million sale of a newly built modern Mediterranean estate in the prestigious upper canyon of Silverleaf.

July 15, 2025 No Comments

Real Property & Homes

HomeSmart Real Estate Agent Yvonne Cahill offers exceptional Paradise Valley listing: A resort-style oasis at 6229 E. Gold Dust

On behalf of HomeSmart’s ELITE Luxury Collection, Yvonne Cahill is offering a new listing of an extraordinary property at 6229 E. Gold Dust in the highly sought-after Town of Paradise Valley marketplace.

July 7, 2025 No Comments

Real Property & Homes

Brookfield Residential names Greg Abrams senior VP of land Acquisition for Arizona

Brookfield Residential has appointed Greg Abrams as senior vice president of land acquisition for its Arizona division.

June 19, 2025 No Comments