Free Press Philanthropy - Arizona Digital Free Press

Scottsdale

Paradise Valley

Phoenix

Arizona Digital Free Press
Scottsdale Daily Beat
Free Press Paradise Valley
Free Press Phoenix
Community Updates
Business & Construction
Dwellings & Multifamily
Thoughts on Innovation
Real Property & Homes

Shoeleather Journalism in the Digital Age

Shoeleather Journalism
in the Digital Age

Phoenix Indian Center to ‘Celebrate our Voices’ at Silver & Turquoise Ball this October at downtown Sheraton

Presented by the Phoenix Indian Center, the Silver & Turquoise Ball will feature silent and live auctions with American Indian art, jewelry, gifts and services from local businesses. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Phoenix Indian Center ...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation begins Momentum Maker grant program

The 2023 Momentum Maker grant is focused on improving mental health in schools by addressing stress and anxiety faced by Arizona students, teachers, and staff. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Blue Cross Blue Shield program funded by Thiru Fa...

Valley of the Sun United Way provides $9.3 million in grant funding

In partnership with First Things First and other government support, Valley of the Sun United Way also provides nearly $80 million to support families with affordable quality child care and strengthening literacy capacity, serving over 10,000 chil...

Delta Dental of Arizona provided $1.5M in charitable gifts in 2022

Delta Dental of Arizona team members at the 2023 Champions of Change Awards, where they were honored for their community impact (Photo: Delta Dental of Arizona/DigitalFreePress.com) Delta Dental of Arizona grant dollars impact 300,000 across st...

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust gives Human Services Campus $37,500 grant to aid Phoenix heat relief

The Phoenix-based Human Services Campus recently launched its annual ThirstAid Water Donation Drive to collect much-needed bottled water that will be distributed to help keep clients hydrated as the Valley temperatures rise this summer season. (Fi...

Family Promise of Greater Phoenix raises $339K at ‘Wines Around the World’ Scottsdale event

Funds received from this event will be used to support Family Promise’s efforts in developing the infrastructure and resources necessary to significantly impact the lives of more children and families facing homelessness. (File Photos/DigitalFreeP...

Risas Dental and Braces is finalist as ‘Healthcare Organization of the Year’

Founded in 2011, Risas Dental and Braces is on a lifelong mission to transform the way dentistry is offered in the United States. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Risas Dental and Braces embodies pursuit of ‘champions of change’ awards Sta...

Monica Villalobos and Jessica Yanow join Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation BOD

Monica Villalobos and Jessica Yanow, pictured above, are joining the board of directors at the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation welcomes lauded civic leaders to fold St...

FLY EAGLES FLY: Scottsdale-based EaglesWest delivers $20K donation to LovePup Foundation

EaglesWest was able to greatly increase their donation amount this year based on the Eagles’ success on the football field and the fortune of having the Super Bowl here in Arizona. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) LovePup Foundation reaps ben...

PHOTOS: ‘Swing Into Spring’ social raises $120K for The Singletons

The Singletons serve single-parent families with cancer Staff Reports | Digital Free Press The third annual Swing Into Spring Casino & Cocktail Social benefiting The Singletons was held recently at a private estate in Troon North, raisin...

Tiffany & Bosco powers Celebrate Youth Gala to $1M Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale fundraiser

Prescott and Trish Smith. Brad and Andrea Robertson, Bill Boarders, Sharlyn Kanney, Jessica Boarders. Ellen and Greg Kilroy. Ivan Gilreath, Mia Gilreath, Nicole Gilreath, Jerome Gilreath, Rita Gilreath The gala is the signature fundraiser...

Jason Reed is new United Food Bank CEO

Jason Reed On heels of national search, Jason Reed tapped to lead nonprofit Staff Reports | Digital Free Press The United Food Bank Board of Directors have named Jason Reed as the organization’s new president and CEO.Mr. Reed will assume ...

Inaugural Rock The Rooftop atop W Scottsdale raises $55K for Make-A-Wish Arizona

From left are Rock The Rooftop co-founder and vice president of Southwest Residential Interiors John Creighton; Scottsdale Councilmember Tammy Caputi; Riot Hospitality Group CEO Ryan Hibbert; Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega; Scottsdale Councilmember...

Gov. Ducey salutes Michael Pollack’s dedication to philanthropy

Micheal Pollack remains steadfast in pursuit of giving back Staff Reports | Digital Free Press The work of Michael Pollack has not gone unnoticed by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, who took the time earlier this week to issue a special commendation...

Help stop child abuse at Childhelp Drive the Dream Gala this February at The Phoenician

Attending the 2023 Kick-Off 2023 Gala from left are Mike and Sheila Ingram, Yvonne Fedderson, Sara O’Meara and Kim and Rod Cullum. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Childhelp: Clint Black headlines fundraising event Staff Reports | D...

Jewish Family & Children’s Service names Levin to philanthropic services

Jonathan Levin Jewish Family & Children’s Service offers vital outreach connections Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Jewish Family & Children’s Service is announcing Jonathan Levin as the new senior director of philanthropic ser...

Women IN Philanthropy: Paradise Valley event showcases the ‘Power of the Purse’

From left are Center for Jewish Philanthropy board members: Danielle Gross, Rachel Hoffer, Alison Betts, Leah Mondlic and Francine Coles at the ‘Power of the Purse’ event in the Town of Paradise Valley. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.co...

Girl Scouts – Arizona Cactus-Pine Council receives $2.8M donation from MacKenzie Scott

The local gift is part of an $84.5 million donation awarded to Girl Scouts of the USA and 29 local councils selected. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Unprecedented philanthropic gift to spur mission at Girl Scouts – Arizona Cactus-Pine Counc...

Arizona State University honors the philanthropic legacy of Ellie Ziegler with permanent naming of street

Ellie and Michael Ziegler are philanthropic champions of the Valley of the Sun. Ms. Ziegler passed away with her husband by her side last December. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Ellie Ziegler Way is now path to Sun Devil Men’s Basketball g...

Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix gives $1.4M to local organizations

A view of the flag of Israel. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Center for Jewish Philanthropy provides locally, abroad Staff Reports | Digital Free Press The Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix has awarded more than $1.4 m...

Kasper named CEO at Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix

Richard Casper, above, has been named permanent CEO at the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Staff Reports | Digital Free press Richard Kasper has been named CEO of the Center for Jewish P...

OneAZ Credit Union provides $12K Legacy Grant to help Arizona teachers

On July 29, OneAZ Credit Union presented the Million Dollar Teacher Project with the donation during its “Adult Field Trip Fundraising” event at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Million Dollar Teacher Project...

Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, Arizona Grantmakers Forum become one strategic force for local property-homes

Kristen Merrifield, Alliance chief executive officer. (File Photo/DigitalFreePress.com) Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Following unanimous approval by both boards of directors, the merger of the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits and Arizona...

Thunderbirds Charities gives $250K to A New Leaf domestic violence centers

The above image is meant to illustrate the anguish caused by domestic violence. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Grant dollars will repair dire plumbing needs in Glendale Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Thunderbirds Charities is prov...

Top Story

Paradise Valley

Train smarter, not harder: Dr. Carfagno on avoiding workout burnout

April 14, 2026 No Comments

Paradise Valley

Silver Sky of the Town of Paradise Valley enters construction phase

Silver Sky Development is announcing the construction of its first showcase homes in the community, which are now going vertical.

March 16, 2025 No Comments

Real Property & Homes

Camelot Homes offers lock-and-leave luxury Scottsdale Golf Community

Following the success and sellout of Villas at Desert Mountain, Camelot Homes has announced a second phase of their premier lock-and-leave single family detached homes at the prestigious and critically acclaimed Desert Mountain golf community.

March 7, 2025 No Comments

Real Property & Homes

Camelot Homes unveils $6.495M property for sale at The Collection at Valley View

Camelot Homes has listed its newly completed model home at The Collection, an eight-home gated luxury community found at 74th Street and Valley View Road.

February 28, 2025 No Comments

Real Property & Homes

Elevated apartment living emerges in Paradise Valley area of Phoenix

AVE, the residential real estate brand of Korman Communities, in partnership with RXR, is announcing the opening of AVE Paradise Valley, 12400 N. Tatum Blvd, a new residential community with 400 apartments in the reimagined Paradise Valley Mall site.

February 19, 2025 No Comments

Paradise Valley

Patterson Homes opens new estates in the Town of Paradise Valley

Patterson Homes embarks on its most prestigious project this year at the base of Mummy Mountain in Silver Sky, Paradise Valley’s most exclusive new luxury community.

February 13, 2025 No Comments

Real Property & Homes

Minimal Living Concepts expands business model to include full-size homes

Arizona home builder Minimal Living Concepts was founded in 2021 with the goal of creating the world’s most seamless path to buying new construction online. Co-founders Zander Diamont and Jared Amzallag started with a line of backyard guest homes— also known as casitas or accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and now, after building over 100 guest homes, they are expanding their business to include selling new semi-custom primary homes online.

February 12, 2025 No Comments