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Shania Twain and Ryan Aviation group join forces to raise funds for Shania Kids Can effort

The Shania Kids Can Foundation provides children with one-on-one consultations, academic support, group activities as well as nutritious snacks and meal programs, in the safe, confidence-building environment that is the Shania Kids Can Clubhouse. ...

Free Arts for Abused Children raises over $200K at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown

More than 225 supporters attended and raised over $200,000 for Free Arts programs. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Free Arts for Abused Children gives gift of artistic expression to children Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Free Arts for...

UMOM New Day Centers get $5M from Bezos Day 1 Families Fund

This one-time, uniquely flexible grant will support UMOM in serving as a critical lifeline to children and adults in families experiencing homelessness, who represent more than a quarter of the homeless population nationally. (File Photos/DigitalF...

TruWest Credit Union offers $10K grant to The Marbridge Foundation

Marbridge is a nonprofit residential community that offers transitional and lifetime care for adults with intellectual disabilities, which is supported by TruWest Credit Union. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) TruWest Credit Union supports adults...

Be the Impact Happy Hour raises $203,845 for St. Joseph the Worker

Ritta Fagain, Carrie Masters and Daren Strunk Walter Clarke, DawnRae and Tiffany Milliman Scott Keppl and Reed Barnes Ginette and John Karabees Jack Martin and Sarah Martin Richard and Ann Candelaria Kelly Geary and Elizabeth of ...

Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers delivers $1.25M in grants

Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers grants will positively impact more than 220,000 students across 73 cities and towns statewide, with 368 different schools receiving grant awards. (Photos Courtesy of Fiesta Bowl Charities/Digita...

United Food Bank hosts free Thanksgiving turkey distribution in Mesa

This distribution will provide families in the East Valley with all the items needed to prepare a Thanksgiving meal for their families. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Thanksgiving distribution for Arizona families returns Nov. 20 Staff Repor...

2023 Arizona Costume Institute Holiday Luncheon at Phoenix Art Museum honors philanthropist Eileen Yeung

From left to right: Jordan Rose, Markus Ford, Jennifer Schuitemaker. (Photos Courtesy of Phoenix Art Museum/DigitalFreePress) Jordan Rose, Jennifer Schuitemaker and Markus Ford serve as ambassadors Staff Reports | Digital Free Press On Mo...

Mercy C.A.R.E.S. gives $400,000 to Mesa Dementia Hub at Oakwood Creative Care

From left are Mesa Mayor John Giles, Oakwood President Sherri Friend, Mercy Care CEO Lorry Bottrill, Mercy Care Community Relations Director Trisha Stuart, Oakwood board chair David Hrizak. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Mercy C.A.R.E.S. is ste...

Phoenix Art Museum receives $475,000 gift from Men’s Arts Council

Devin Sreecharana, president of the Men’s Art Council, (left) and Jeremy Mikolajczak, CEO of Phoenix Art Museum. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Phoenix Art Museum: support will benefit exhibitions and acquisitions The Phoenix Art Museum ...

Child Crisis Arizona raises more than $850K at October Lunch for Love at Arizona Biltmore

Gala attendees and nonprofit partners – from left: Janna Murrel, Assistant Executive Director, Raising Special Kids; Paulina Serna, Family Support Specialist at Raising Special Kids; Torrie Taj, CEO Child Crisis Arizona; Donna Brighton, Chie...

Tempe Diablos host Celebrate Giving event at Desert Botanical Gardens

The Celebrate Giving event serves as a tribute to the remarkable impact the Tempe Diablos make in the community by supporting a wide range of initiatives that closely align with their mission. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Tempe Diablos Charit...

Leonardo Loo bestowed 2023 Cause for Change Award by Chicanos Por La Causa

Leonardo Loo, above, has received the 2023 Cause for Change Award bestowed by Chicanos Por La Causa. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Leonardo Loo lauded for dedication to community empowerment Staff Reports | Digital Free Press Chicanos Po...

Drop your drawers for charity underwear drive for St. Vincent de Paul

Individuals, businesses, churches, community groups and retail stores are encouraged to participate by hosting a Drop Your Drawers drive, purchasing new underwear through the drive’s Amazon Wish List or donating financially online at stvincentdepa...

Drew Butler of the Saguaros tapped to chair 2023 Niteflite events

All proceeds will benefit the Saguaros Children’s Charities foundation. Entering its 33rd year, Niteflite is one of the longest running and most successful charity golf tournaments in Arizona and the signature event for The Saguaros. (File Photos/...

Phoenix Children’s awarded pedestrian safety grant to help educate parents, kids on importance of helmets

In an effort to keep kids safe and minimize these statistics, Phoenix Children’s Center for Family Health and Safety is partnering this year with schools, local cities, nonprofits, and local fire and police departments to provide education about c...

Scott Harkey named chair of JFCS charity event: Puttin’ for a purpose

Scott Harkey, above, is a nationally recognized marketing agency leader whose clients have included major brands such as Airbnb, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Reebok, the Arizona Lottery and Diet Pepsi. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress.com) Scott Harke...

The 100 Club Arizona receives $4.8M commitment from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation

The grant program over three years will provide funding to a number of 100 Club of Arizona programs including mental health services for families of fallen officers. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress.com) The 100 Club Arizona to use fund...

The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation gives $1M to Child Crisis Arizona efforts

Under construction, the 38,000-square-foot, climate-friendly, net-zero campus will expand Child Crisis Arizona’s ability to serve more people and offer health, wellness, and educational opportunities to the community. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress...

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...
Real Property & Homes
Staff Reports

E-Leon: Prioritizing Mental Health in Real Estate

In real estate, it can feel like you’re always “on.” A quick trip to the grocery store or attending a local event can come with the expectation to show up smiling and ready to pitch. But, behind that constant hustle is often a lot of stress.

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