From the Road: Music City Magic

If you’re looking to explore Nashville, there’s more to see and do than just the famous country bar scene on Broadway. Nashville is divided into various neighborhoods, which means there is a lot to discover and explore. The area’s fascinating attractions include a presidential home, the deep roots of Southern music and, of course, good […]

From the Road: Central Coast Circuit

Longing for a long weekend away? With three direct flights daily from Sky Harbor, sparkling ocean views and lush hillside vineyards, Santa Barbara awaits! The classic California mission-style city is quaint, with walkable ways to explore both downtown and the shore. Stay for a day or two to take in the cool ocean breeze, then […]

From the Road: Incomparable

By Andrea Tyler Evans & Tom Evans It’s rare in life that you come across something truly unique, something you almost don’t know how to describe, because you’ve never seen anything like it. That’s the takeaway — in a very good way — from our trip to Amangiri, the ultra-exclusive luxury resort just north of […]

The Posh Playground

By Andrea Tyler Evans & Brian Pentek of Luxe Life Travel We may have the desert living thing figured out here in the Valley of the Sun, but there’s another desert destination along the I-10 to enjoy. Whether you’re up for a fun-in-the-sun weekend or a pit stop on a California road trip, Palm Springs […]

Wandering in Wickenburg

Did you know that you can be in downtown Wickenburg within one to one-and-a-half hours from most places in the Valley? What awaits you is an authentic Western experience filled with history, art and a storybook town.  How easy is it to get to Wickenberg for a day, overnight or family vacation? Simply drive north […]

Thank you!

Dear Friends – Thank you for supporting Society of Chairs 2022. It was our pleasure to welcome you and great fun to toast all of our honorees and all of you, our incredible community who make philanthropy possible across the Valley of the Sun! Please enjoy the special photo galleries below from Scott Foust Studios […]

Publisher’s Page, September 2017: ASU Alums Inspired to be Game Changers for Kids

When thinking about all of the amazing community funding our professional sports teams provide season after season, I can’t help but think how my friends and fellow alumni from Arizona State University play a role too. My time as a student volunteer for several organizations played a huge role in my future as a nonprofit-staffer-turned-consultant. […]

Publisher’s Page, August 2017: Arts Angels Among Us

I’ve been lucky to experience beautiful art all of my life. I grew up going to public school with experienced instructors that taught music, choir, drama and lessons on drawing, painting and pastel techniques. We submitted our best work to be displayed at the Los Angeles County Fair and many played an instrument or took […]

Publisher’s Page, June 2017: Spring Season Outtakes

We made it! The great spring 2017 blitz of incredible fundraising events has come to an end and the slower summer season is here. While I’ve played a part in planning many of these events for the past 20 years, being invited to attend on behalf of Frontdoors Media has been an amazing experience. Starting with […]

Open Doors: Spring Season Outtakes

We made it! The great spring 2017 blitz of incredible fundraising events has come to an end and the slower summer season is here. While I’ve played a part in planning many of these events for the past 20 years, being invited to attend on behalf of Frontdoors Media has been an amazing experience. Starting […]