Center for the Rights of Abused Children’s ‘Hearts and Stars Unite’ Changes Stories From Heartbreak to Hope
On November 18, 2024, the Dorrance Sculpture Garden at Phoenix Art Museum set the stage for ‘Hearts and Stars Unite’ benefitting Center for the Rights of Abused Children.
Host Committee Chair: Carrie Ryerson
Presenting Sponsors: Coign, Messy Table Games, Pivotal Foundation, Shamrock Foods Foundation & Vizient
Dollars Raised: $350,000
Emcee: Carey Peña
Notable Moments: The beautiful evening under the stars was filled with emotion. The presence of children added to the night’s significance as sobering statistics about abuse and neglect in the foster care system — both in Arizona and beyond — were shared. Keynote speaker Tyrus of Fox News, who is also an author, comedian and former pro wrestler, was present for a VIP book signing and to share his personal story of abuse as a child. The ask? To be kind, ask questions and care about those in your community.
Photos courtesy of Sandra Tenuto Photography
