Cheers to 85 Years!

Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden Desert Botanical Garden collaborates with SanTan Spirits to create an anniversary gin To commemorate its 85th anniversary, Desert Botanical Garden launched a private-label gin collection in partnership with Chandler-based SanTan Spirits. Gertrude’s Founders Gin pays tribute to the Garden’s founders, philanthropist Gertrude Divine Webster and Swedish botanist Gustaf Starck. […]

Rotary 100 Holds Art Auction to Support Homeless and Youth Development 

Photo Credit: “I AM Butterfly” by Bjorn Bengtsson Hold onto your wings. The Phoenix Rotary 100 is hosting Take Flight 2024, a live art display and online auction to raise funds for charities benefiting youth and people experiencing homelessness. A portion of the proceeds will also benefit the Shemer Art Center. Take Flight will take place […]

Join the Junior League of Phoenix Annual Rummage Sale

Each and every year (for almost 90 years!), Junior League of Phoenix has hosted Arizona’s largest indoor garage sale to generate funding for nonprofit programs. This year’s sale will take place on Feb. 24, 2024, at the Arizona Exposition & State Fair Exhibit Building.  Proceeds from the Rummage Sale benefit local community programs and training sponsored by […]

Zoobilation, Journey to Distant Lands at the Phoenix Zoo

On Sat., March 16, immerse yourself in an evening of adventure at the Phoenix Zoo’s brand-new globe-trotting gala, Zoobilation, presented by Valley Toyota Dealers. Traverse Zoo trails on foot or hop on the Safari Cruiser as it leads you to experience unique performances and savor delicious cuisine from around the world. As a First-Class Traveler, […]

New Year, New Festival

The countdown to the Persian New Year is on. Nowruz, the ancient festival that marks the beginning of the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring, begins Feb. 28 in Scottsdale. The sixth annual event is shaping up to be more spectacular than ever, with well-curated, multi-day activities celebrating community and culture — the […]

Much More Than a Liquor Store

Since opening its first location in 2020, Trevor’s continues to expand across the Valley with a unique take on the liquor store experience. “Our goal is to go beyond the ordinary, making Trevor’s a distinctive and memorable destination that transcends the typical liquor store visit,” said Zoe Vince, director of marketing for Trevor’s. “Trevor’s sets […]

Pro Tip of the Month: Learn the Lifesaving Skill of CPR

This month’s tip comes courtesy of Narissa Camacho, the newly named executive director of the American Heart Association Greater Phoenix Division. February is Heart Month, and the American Heart Association is celebrating 100 years as a nonprofit organization in 2024. During February — American Heart Month — the American Heart Association is urging the community […]

Boys Hope Girls Hope Arizona Names New Executive Director

Boys Hope Girls Hope Arizona, a nonprofit dedicated to helping disadvantaged middle and high school students graduate and prepare for their careers, recently named Stephanie Bridgeo as its new executive director. Bridgeo joins the organization with over 20 years of nonprofit experience, having held many positions for the Salvation Army and, most recently, as the […]

Why Mentoring Matters for Arizona Youth

Being a kid should be the greatest time of life. With a world of opportunities ahead, young people can focus on their education, build friendships, embark on new adventures and explore what they want to be when they grow up. Yet in many cases, our youth face challenges to a carefree childhood. According to the […]

2023 – Our Year in Review

And just like that, 2023 has come to an end. Each year, we like to reflect on the wonderful philanthropic work that was done in the Valley and look forward to what’s to come. We have compiled our most-loved content of 2023 as a thank you to our wonderful readers and partners. Happy New Year […]