A New Leaf, a leading provider of shelter services and programs for families in need across the Valley, recently announced its acquisition of Homeward Bound, a Valley shelter and transitional housing provider known for its Strong Foundations Early Childhood education program. “By merging Homeward Bound within A New Leaf, everyone wins. Homeward Bound continues to […]
The Literary Society of the Southwest, a nonprofit that supports literature and promotes literacy throughout Arizona, recently announced their 2023-24 grantees. These donations were made through its Literacy Grant Challenge, a fundraising goal for the 2023-24 season. Thanks to the generosity of the Literary Society of the Southwest’s 650 members and sponsors, the original $30,000 […]
Lerner & Rowe Gives Back, the nonprofit arm of Lerner & Rowe Injury Attorneys, donated more than $2 million in 2023 through community events, giveaways and grant funding. The organization is dedicated to providing assistance to youth programs across Arizona through its philanthropic efforts. It donated $583,000 to over 70 nonprofit events in the youth […]
It’s every car-lover’s favorite time of year: the World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale from Jan. 20-28. This much-anticipated event, put on by Barrett-Jackson, will again feature highly sought-after vehicles to be auctioned off for charity. “The heartbeat of our Scottsdale Auction is, and always will be, the incredible collection of […]
In the heart of Tempe stands Bollinger Atelier, a distinguished fine art foundry owned by the visionary Tom Bollinger. From Midwestern America to the global stage, Bollinger’s journey reflects a combination of determination and a profound love for sculpting as an art form. Against the odds, Bollinger Atelier has become a key player in the […]
Ballet Arizona, the Valley’s only professional ballet company, recently announced that it received a $2 million gift from the estate of Dr. Amy Barmeier Dru. The endowment will fund both long- and short-term programs such as live music accompaniment, expansion of educational services and community engagement initiatives. The gift will also support the world premiere […]
Whispering Hope Ranch, a nonprofit dedicated to offering therapeutic equestrian and outdoor adventure programs for children, teens and young adults with disabilities or trauma, recently announced its merger with Child Crisis Arizona. The Ranch will now operate as a program under the umbrella of Child Crisis Arizona. “Joining forces with Child Crisis Arizona allows us […]
Georgia O’Keeffe once wrote, “Nobody sees a flower — really — it is so small it takes time — we haven’t time — and to see takes time, like to have a friend takes time.” Through the lens of O’Keeffe’s life, this notion is evident when considering her nearly three-decades-long friendship with Frank Lloyd Wright. […]
The California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF), a nonprofit organization committed to fostering competition and physical fitness among first responders, hosted the first North American Fall Classic at Legacy Park in Mesa earlier this November. Over 500 first responders from the United States, Mexico and Canada gathered to participate in the Olympic-style games, which featured basketball, […]
“There’s a lot of old meets new here.” Michelle Mac Lennan is leading a tour of Chandler Center for the Arts. The center’s cultural arts manager, she talks about all of the renovations the building has undergone and what the future holds. As she strides through the center’s event space, rehearsal rooms, set design […]
