Arizona’s newest nonprofit, Rare Ambition, is a Scottsdale-based 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization founded by Mary Hampton with the mission to positively impact others, help families in need and make a difference.
Philanthropy
Sip. Savor. Dine. Culinary Experiences Benefit Ryan House
Like so many beloved nonprofit events this year, Ryan House’s annual White Christmas Gala had to be put on the back burner. Not to be deterred, Ryan House cooked up a new fundraiser to benefit its world-class care and programs: Sip. Savor. Dine. Culinary Experiences.
Arizona Holiday Toy Drives
As the saying goes, it is better to give than receive. With drop-off sites all throughout the Valley, these toy drives make it easy to give to a local child in need.
Nonprofit of the Month: GiGi’s Playhouse
With a mission to alter the way the world views a Down syndrome diagnosis, GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix was founded in 2015, as one of more than 50 brick-and-mortar locations across the United States and Mexico. Here, Jennifer Gage, Phoenix founder/president emeritus, discusses GiGi’s Playhouse’s upcoming “hybrid” fundraiser and the nonprofit’s goals for the coming year.
Hunkapi Programs Welcome New Arena
Hunkapi Programs, an equine therapy farm located in Scottsdale, has broken ground on a new arena, which will be used for the farm’s signature therapeutic riding sessions.
Support a Frontline Worker with the Thank a Nurse Campaign
Tempe’s Vessl, Inc. is joining forces with the Nightingale 2030 Resilience Fund and the American Cancer Society to spearhead the Thank a Nurse Campaign that began Nov. 1.
Nonprofit of the Month: Don’t be a Chump! Check for a Lump!
Don’t be a Chump! Check for a Lump! works to provide free breast health education, testing and direct assistance to breast cancer survivors with wigs, support and resources in Arizona.
Feeding Matters Announces New Chief Executive Officer
The Valley’s own Feeding Matters, a national advocacy organization for Pediatric Feeding Disorder, has announced the appointment of Jaclyn Pederson as the new chief executive officer. Pederson has already been an integral part of the Feeding Matters organization for seven years.
Key to Strength Aids Arizona Women During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Arizona Facial Plastics and Sojourner Center have teamed up with Phoenix’s Charity Charms to raise awareness and funds through their Key to Strength program.
Arizona Businesses Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Through the end of October, these Arizona businesses are lending their support to Breast Cancer Awareness Month. From purchasing a pretty-in-pink bracelet to delicious locally made popcorn, these local businesses make it easy to give back to BCA causes.