The American Heart Association hosted its annual ‘Go Red for Women’ Luncheon on May 3, 2024, at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort. Guests were treated to a pre-event expo filled with useful information and a special surprise at the end of the luncheon. National Sponsors: CVS Health Local Platform Sponsor: HonorHealth Event Chair: Martha […]
Check for a Lump hosted the 14th annual ‘Wig Out’ gala on March 22, 2024, at the Embassy Suites Scottsdale. This year’s theme was “Once Upon a Wig Out,” and the night was filled with incredible costumes, magic and inspiration. Title Sponsor: Research for Rachel Honorees: Dr. Sommer Gunia – Honored Community Hero | Sarah […]
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosted its annual ‘Visionaries of the Year’ event on June 1, 2024, at Clayton House. Seven caring community members put in their all as ambassadors for the cause and a friendly fundraising competition to become the “Visionary of the Year.” Presenting Sponsor: Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Event Co-Chairs: Lisa […]
1. Your next novel, “All This and More,” is about a woman who wins a chance to alter every mistake she’s made in her life. What is one thing you would ‘rewrite’ about your life? There is something I always go back to, and it is this story that my mom, Lin Sue Flood, told […]
PANDA (People Acting New Discover Answers) hosted its 24th annual “Children Helping Children” Fashion Show & Luncheon on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at the Arizona Biltmore. The theme “Here Comes the Sun” evoked hope for the families being helped by the team at the Steele Children’s Research Center. Title Sponsor: Fox Restaurant Concepts Event Co-Chairs: […]
The Show More Kindness Charity hosted its annual “Derby & Diamonds” Kentucky Derby watch party on May 4, 2024, at a private home in Paradise Valley. This year the event served as a benefit for a special research initiative being conducted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for children suffering from the disease called the […]
Unicorn Philanthropy, the charitable arm of Gawley Plastic Surgery, hosted its annual ‘Gawley Gala’ on May 2, 2024, at the Westin Kierland Resort. The intimate evening was filled with generosity. Fundraising Beneficiaries: Check for a Lump & Elevate Phoenix Unicorn Spirit Award Recipients: Jim & Sheila Clary Emcee & Auctioneer: Letitia Frye Dollars Raised: $372,000+ […]
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona hosted its annual “An Evening of Goodwill” Gala on May 18, 2024, at the Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia. The night included a sustainable fashion show using upcycled items found at Goodwill stores. Community Builder Sponsor: Pepsi Guest Speakers: Edwond Villegas, Tosha Franklin & Mitzi Cleveland Upcycled […]
Valley of the Sun United Way hosted its annual We Are United Breakfast on April 30, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. Presenting Sponsors: Insight | USAA | Rob Walton Foundation Event Co-Chairs: Jenny Holsman-Tetreault & Latasha Causey Spirit of Community Award Recipient: John Graham Emcee: Olivia Fierro Notable Moments: The ‘We Are United Breakfast’ […]
Phoenix Children’s giving group, WINGS (When In Need Grandmas Serve), hosted ‘The Beat Goes On’ on April 11, 2024, at the Arizona Country Club. The evening celebrated the music of the 60’s and raised funds for gait lab equipment for its new Motional Analysis Lab. Presenting Sponsor: Hancock Builders Event Co-Chairs: Connie Metzger & JoEllen […]
