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 […]

Jones-Gordon Foundation “Dream Big” Gala Highlights Stories of Triumph

The Jones-Gordon Foundation held its inaugural Dream Big Gala on Jan. 26, 2024, at the Clayton House in Scottsdale. The event not only raised crucial funds but also spread awareness about the Jones-Gordon School, affirming its status as a transformative force for students with dyslexia and related learning differences within the greater Valley community. Visionary […]

The Barrow Women’s Board Grand Ball Raises $9.9M for Research and Life-Saving Treatments

The Women’s Board of Barrow Neurological Foundation hosted its annual Grand Ball on Jan. 20, 2024, at the Arizona Biltmore.  Event Co-Chairs: Kathy Munson & Carrie Hulburd Dollars Raised: $9.9 million Entertainment: The Hamptons Band Notable Moments: Each year, the Barrow Women’s Board raises funds to support research in areas like stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s […]

National Italian American Foundation Gala Celebrates Culture, Presents Honors

The National Italian American Foundation hosted its annual Arizona Regional Gala on Jan. 27, 2024, at the Arizona Biltmore. The mission of the foundation is to celebrate and advance the inspiring achievements and uplifting values of the Italian culture and presence in America, and to strengthen and empower ties between the United States and Italy. […]

Human Services Campus Reveals New Name, Brand at ‘Mike McQuaid I Am Home Breakfast’

The Human Services Campus hosted the 19th Annual Mike McQuaid I Am Home Breakfast on Dec. 15, 2023, at the Arizona Biltmore Resort, where valuable updates from HSC campus partners were shared with supporters. Signature Sponsor: Avondale Toyota Program Co-Hosts: Derrick Hall, Arizona Diamondbacks President & CEO and Amy Schwabenlender, Human Services Campus CEO Panel […]

Board of Visitors Celebrates 70th Annual Fashion Show Luncheon

The Board of Visitors held its 70th Annual Fashion Show Luncheon on Dec. 16, 2023, at the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn in true holiday fashion as the 2024 Flower Girls strutted the runway in fashions from six fabulous retailers.  Event Co-Chairs: Sydney Fox & Julie Palmer Fashion Show Brands: Alixandra Collections/Alixandra Blue, Garage Boutique […]

2023 Desert Ball Presents 20 New Debutantes

The Desert Foundation Auxiliary hosted its 57th Annual Desert Ball on Dec. 22, 2023, at The Phoenician Resort. The debutantes returned home from their first year of college and they represent the city of Scottsdale, Scottsdale School District and the towns of Paradise Valley and Carefree. The evening was filled with family traditions and friends […]

44th Annual ‘Authors Luncheon’ Continues Legacy of Erma Bombeck

The 44th Annual Friends of Erma Bombeck Authors Luncheon presented by the Arizona Women’s Board took place on Oct. 28, 2023, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. Funds raised further the board’s mission to prevent kidney disease through awareness, education and research. Leading Patrons: Lee Bowman, Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation & Virginia […]