Veterans Heritage Project Toasts to 20 Years of Storytelling

On March 2, 2024, veterans, supporters and high school students gathered at Chateau Luxe to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Veterans Heritage Project. The award-winning after-school program connects students with veterans, developing student leadership and character through the veterans sharing their first-person histories. Presenting Sponsor: SRP Event Chair: Kristie Ahern | Event Co-Chair: Alyssa […]

HonorHealth Foundation Celebrates 40th Anniversary in Grand Style at Honor Ball

The 47th annual Honor Ball was held on March 2, 2024, at the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort. This event benefited two special initiatives this year: the HonorHealth Cardiovascular Center of Excellence and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center.  Event Co-Chairs: Jill Krigsten & Jennifer Shuitemaker Honorees: Priscilla & […]

Arizona Coyotes Foundation brings back the ‘White-Out’ for Annual Gala

The Arizona Coyotes Foundation hosted its annual Celebrity Waiters Gala on Feb. 22, 2024, at the Gila River Resorts & Casino at Wild Horse Pass. The evening highlighted three “mission moments” supported by the foundation: Arizona Kachinas girls hockey program, Mikey’s League inclusive sports for children and young adults with disabilities and the Coyotes Sled […]

65th Heart Ball Committee Kicks Off, Celebrates Traditions

The Phoenix Heart Ball Committee of nearly 150 women gathered at Saks Fifth Avenue on Feb. 15, 2024, to begin their fundraising efforts in support of the American Heart Association (AHA). Their dedication to raising heart disease prevention awareness and funds for research will tie into the 100th anniversary of the AHA. Heart Ball Chairman: […]

Pro Tip of the Month: Children’s Vision Matters

This month’s tip comes courtesy of Karen Woodhouse, the director of Eyes On Learning Poor vision can impact a child’s development and learning, but kids rarely complain about vision problems. Often, they believe everyone sees the world the way they do. That’s because children’s vision problems are frequently silent, without any signs. Fortunately, an early […]

Launch of USS Arizona Legacy Will Support New Navy Submarine, WWII History and Crew

The newly formed USS Arizona Legacy Foundation launched its support for the new USS Arizona (SSN-803) submarine on Feb. 26, 2024, as a kick-off to Phoenix Navy Week. The reception and presentation were held at the Arizona Cultural Center and featured several ceremonial moments tying the legacy of BB-39 – the battleship Arizona, lost in […]

‘Drive the Dream Gala’ Commemorates 65 Years of Childhelp

Childhelp held its 20th annual Drive the Dream Gala on Feb. 17, 2024, at The Phoenician. Celebrating 65 years as an organization, the night was filled with history and storytelling as the theme “The Power of Love Throughout the Years” was celebrated. Presenting Sponsors: Brand Drivers | The Hebets Company, an NFP Company | Pacific […]

Arizona Science Center ‘Galaxy Gala’ Celebrates 40 Years & Big Announcement

The Arizona Science Center celebrated its 40th anniversary at the 2024 Galaxy Gala, held on Feb. 3, 2024, at the Science Center in Downtown Phoenix.  Ruby Sponsors: Rebecca Ailes-Fine & Peter Fine | Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company Event Co-Chairs: Regina & Patrick Edwards Catering: M Culinary Entertainment: Urban Electra  Decor: White House Design Studio […]

Arizona Animal Welfare League Gets Creative at ‘Design for Dogs’ Fundraiser

On Feb. 23, 2024, The Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL) held its 10th annual Design for Dogs, a dog house building competition that raises funds for AAWL’s life-saving programs at Facings of America. Presenting Sponsor: Facings of America Great Dane Sponsors: Adopt Technologies | Bobier Sales | Copenhagen Contemporary Furniture & Accessories | Emil America […]

Bookmarked: Emma Garcia

Emma Garcia is the chief community development and engagement officer at Valley of the Sun United Way Recommends: “Energy Rising” by Dr. Julia DiGangi Her Take: “This well-researched book left an indelible impact on me, resonating on multiple levels as I reflected on how my upbringing and childhood experiences shaped who I am as a […]