AZ Giving Arizona Foothills Magazine

Arizona Foothills Magazine’s mission is to continue to be a leader in the publishing industry, producing the highest quality publications in the luxury genre and to give back to the communities in which we serve. Below is a listing of local charities that make a difference in our community and now more than ever do they need our support. So help bring a smile to someone less fortunate this holiday season and reach out to the people of Arizona.


ACT Today! 1620 North 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 602.275.1107 http://AZacttoday.org Mission: To help facilitate treatment by providing the necessary resources including funding, information and referrals to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) and their families.	Advocates For Kids 11455 N. 42nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85028 602.996.6022 http://www.advocatesforkids.com Mission: providing necessary resources for specific projects that support the welfare of children worldwide	Aid to Adoption of Special Kids 2320 North 20th Street, Phoenix, 85006 602.254.2275 http://www.aask-az.org Mission: dedicated to the placement of children with special needs into permanent, loving homes
Altered Tails 950 West Hatcher Road, Phoenix, AZ 85021 602.943.SPAY(7729) http://AlteredTails.org Mission: Providing community accessible spay/neuter solutions for companion animals and free-roaming cats.	Alzheimer's Association - Desert Southwest Chapter 1028 E McDowell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85310 602.820.3475 http://www.alzdsw.org The Alzheimer's Association is the only national health and social service organization dedicated to research, and to providing support and assistance to people with Alzheimer's disease, their families and caregivers.	American Cancer Society 4550 E Bell Rd. #126 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602.224.0524 http://www.cancer.org Mission: to eliminate cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service
American Diabetes Association 8125 N 23rd Ave, Ste 222 Phoenix, AZ 85021 602.861.4731 http://www.diabetes.org The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Mission: "to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes"	American Heart Association 2929 S. 48th St. Tempe, AZ 85282 602.414.5353 http://www.americanheart.org Mission: Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke	American Liver Foundation 866.953.1800 http://www.liverfoundation.org Mission: to educate more people about liver disease and to serve as a resource for liver health information
American Lung Association 102 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85003 602.258.7505 http://www.lungarizona.org Mission: to prevent lung disease and promote lung health and to ultimately see cures, clean air and smoke free kids	American Red Cross 6135 N. Black Canyon Highway, Piper Center, Phoenix, AZ 85014 602.336.6660 http://arc-grandcanyon.axxiomportal.com Mission: The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.	Andrea's Closet 3410 W. Galvin St, Phoenix, AZ 85086 623-271-6970 http://www.andreascloset.org A toy may seem like a small a gift, but it can go a long way to help a sick child get through a painful medical procedure. That's why Andrea's Closet was created. When children face frightening medical treatments, such as procedures to treat cancer, leukemia or burns, Andrea's Closet brings them comfort and distraction from their pain by allowing them to choose a special gift from a toy-filled closet.
Anti-Defamation League 1 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85012 602.274.0991 http://www.adl.org Mission: To stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and equal protection under the law for all.	Anytown Arizona, Inc. 99 E Virginia Ave Ste 150 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602.265.9256 http://anytownarizona.org/ Mission: Anytown Arizona develops inclusive leaders who, in turn, strengthen their communities. We fulfill this mission by guiding individuals to address the social issues that shape their everyday interactions.	Area Agency on Aging 1366 E. Thomas Rd. # 108, Phoenix, AZ 85014 602.264.2255 http://www.aaaphx.org AAA advocates, plans, coordinates, develops and delivers services for adults aged 60 years and older, persons of any age with HIV/AIDS, adults aged 18 years and older with disabilities and long-term care needs, and family caregivers. Mission: to enhance the quality of life for residents of Maricopa County, Arizona.
Arizona Animal Welfare League 30 N. 40th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85034 602.273.6852 http://www.aawl.org Mission: to provide excellent care, protection and loving compassion for the life of the animals entrusted to us and to take a leadership role in promoting humane values for the benefit of all animals and people.	Arizona Commission on the Arts 417 W. Roosevelt, Phoenix, AZ 85003 602.255.5882 http://www.azarts.gov Mission: The Arizona Commission on the Arts is funded by the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts. These federal and state dollars are catalytic to private funding; they strengthen the partnerships between the public and private sectors in support of the arts.	Arizona Community Foundation 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016 602.381.1400 http://www.azfoundation.org Mission: to improve the quality of life in Arizona by promoting and facilitating effective philanthropy
Arizona Diamonds Foundation 401 E. Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ 85004 602.462.6500 http://www.dbacks.com Mission: Established in 1997, the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation focuses it efforts on three main areas of need: homelessness, indigent healthcare, and children's programs of all types, including education and youth baseball field development. Through fundraising activities, the team's charitable arm has raised and donated more than $10 million to the Arizona community.	Arizona Foundation for Women 2828 N. Central Ave., Ste. 1200 602.532.2800 http://azfoundationforwomen.org Mission: The Foundation promotes women's philanthropy, funds model programs or new ideas, facilitates community collaboration and works to influence public policy. Through its work, the Foundation strives to create an Arizona where women and children are free from fear and violence in a just society.	Arizona Women's Education & Employment (AWEE) 640 N. 1st Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85003 602.223.4333 http://www.awee.org Mission: AWEE offers job readiness training, job placement, job retention activities, support, and referral services to unemployed and underemployed people in Arizona
Arizona's Children Association 2833 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602.234.3733 http://www.arizonaschildren.org Mission: based on a strong commitment to the welfare of children, adults and families. Our highest priority is to sustain healthy family environments. We will provide a broad spectrum of services that foster healing and promote emotional wellbeing. We will work and advocate through our family of agencies in every venue necessary to accomplish this mission	Audubon Arizona 4250 E. Camelback Rd. Ste. 310K Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.468.6470 http://az.audubon.org Mission: To protect Arizona's birds, other wildlife, and their habitats through science, education, and advocacy for the benefit of humanity and the Earth's biological diversity.	Ballet Arizona 3645 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.381.1096 http://www.balletaz.org Ballet Arizona is an innovative and provocative professional ballet company that creates, performs, and teaches outstanding classical and contemporary ballet. Mission: to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new innovative works
Banner Health Foundation 2025 N. 3rd St., Ste. 250 Phoenix, Az 85004 602.747.GIVE (4483) http://bannerhealth.org Mission: Banner Health Foundation fosters a spirit of giving by making health care solutions a reality for our community. Contributions made to the foundation are invested locally in Banner Health's nonprofit facilities and programs to advance health and wellness. Caring for the future of Arizona since 1978, Banner Health Foundation is supported by the generosity of individual donors, the public and private sectors, and thousands of active volunteers.	Barrow Neurological Foundation 350 West Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85013 602.406.3000 http://www.stjosephs-phx.org Mission: Located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 743-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services, with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. The hospital is part of Catholic Healthcare West (CHW), one of the largest healthcare systems in the West with 42 hospitals in Arizona, California and Nevada.	Beatitudes Center DOAR 555 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85021 602.274.5022 http://www.centerdoar.org Mission: Beatitudes Center DOAR is a non-profit organization - partnered with more than 150 congregations of various faiths - serving homebound elders and their caregivers, adults with disabilities, grandparents raising grandchildren, and faith communities promoting health and well-being. Each year, Beatitudes Center serves more than 17,000 people, providing more than 44,000 hours of volunteer service and more than 175,000 person-to-person contacts to promote health.
Beauty of a Bonzer 480.940.8666 http://www.beautyofabonzer.com Beauty of a Bonzer, sponsored by Outback Steakhouse and Budweiser, is an Aussie concert and party that raises funds, awareness and support for the local charities. The concert event will benefits the Alzheimer's Association, COX Charities, For Those Without A Voice, Special Olympics Arizona, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC), and The Real Gift Foundation. Since its inception, the event has raised more than $2 million for local charities. Last year's event featured Hall & Oates.	Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona 1010 E. McDowell Rd., Ste. 400 Phoenix, AZ 85006 602.264.BIGS or 888.245.B http://www.bbbsaz.org Mission: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona helps children realize their potential through professionally supported one-to-one relationships with volunteers who care about them.	Board of Visitors 1801 East Cactus Wren Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85020 602.235.9554 http://www.boardofvisitors.org Mission: The Board of Visitors is dedicated to serving the health care needs of women, children and the elderly in the metropolitan Phoenix area. Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2008, The Board of Visitors is Arizona's oldest charitable organization.
Boy Scouts of America, Grand Canyon Council 2969 North Greenfield Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016 602.955.7747 http://www.grandcanyonbsa.org Mission: to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law	Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale 10515 E. Lakeview Dr. Scottsdale, Az 85258 480.860.5520 http://www.bgcs.org Mission: To provide a positive environment, quality programs, healthy lifestyles and life-long learning skills for school-age youth in Scottsdale and surrounding community	Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix 2645 North 24th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 602.954.8182 http://www.bgcmp.org Mission: to inspire and enable youth in our community, especially those faced with difficult and challenging circumstances, to realize their individual potential while learning responsible citizenship.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley 1405 E. Guadalupe Road, Tempe, Arizona 85283 480.820.3688 http://www.azredbook.com Mission: Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley is a community-based, character building youth development organization. They deliver the highest quality programs and provide opportunities to assist youth and teens in developing their self esteem, values and skills in a fun and safe environment. Their professionals guide members through personal, educational and social development to realize their full potential and become positive, value-oriented and productive citizens.	Boys Hope Girls Hope of Arizona 3443 N. Central Ave. #713, Phoenix, AZ 85012 602.266.4873 http://www.bhghaz.org Mission: BHGH helps academically capable and motivated children-in-need meet their full potential by providing value-centered, family-like homes, opportunities, and education through college.	Brain Injury Association of Arizona 777 East Missouri Ave., Suite 101, Phoenix, AZ 85014 602.508.8024 http://www.biaaz.org Mission: The Brain Injury Association of Arizona (BIAAZ) is the only statewide organization in Arizona dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with brain injuries and their families and working to prevent brain injuries.
Bridging AZ Furniture Bank 25 N. Extension Road, Mesa, AZ 85201 480.833.3997 http://www.bridgingaz.org Mission: To provide basic furniture and household goods to economically disadvantaged individuals and families living in our community Vision: No Child Within Our Reach Sleeping Directly on the Floor	Celebrity Fight Night 602.956.1121 http://www.celebrityfightnight.org Mission: to support the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, as well as numerous other charities	Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225 480.782.2683 http://www.chandlercenter.org Mission: to promote the Chandler Center for the Arts as a prominent and inclusive cultural institution by providing quality performing and visual arts programs that reflect the needs of a diverse community; and to raise funds to support programs and future needs of the Chandler Center for the Arts
Child Crisis Center PO Box 4114, Mesa, AZ 85211 480.834.9424 http://childcrisis.org Mission: The Child Crisis Center is committed to preventing and treating child abuse and neglect. We accomplish this by supporting and strengthening families through education and intervention, providing a safe environment for children to heal and grow, raising community awareness, recruiting, training and supporting foster and adoptive families, and taking the lead and setting the standard for other to follow.	Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ 85034 602.253.0501 http://childrensmuseumofphoenix.org Acting on the principle that learning is a joy, the Children's Museum of Phoenix's mission is to engage the minds, muscles and imaginations of children and the grown-ups who care about them. With over 35,000 square feet of hands-on, educational and fun activities for children ages birth to 10, the Museum focuses on learning through play, with emphasis on early childhood education and school-readiness.	Chrysalis 1010 E. McDowell Rd., Ste. 301 Phoenix, Az 85006 602.955.9059 http://www.naabuse.org Mission: Leading our community to broad-based solutions to prevent domestic abuse.
Crisis Nursery 2334 E. Polk St., Phoenix, AZ 85006 602.273.7363 http://crisisnurseryphx.com Crisis Nursery's mission is to break the cycle of child abuse and neglect by providing protection, support and opportunities to troubled families and their children.	Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 480.921.1225 http://www.dbg.org Mission: The Garden's commitment to the community is to advance excellence in education, research, exhibition and conservation of desert plants of the world with emphasis on the Southwestern United States. We will ensure that the Garden is always a compelling attraction that brings to life the many wonders of the desert.	Desert Foothills Land Trust 7518 E. Elbow Bend B-6, Carefree, AZ 85377 480.488.6131 http://www.dflt.org Mission: The Desert Foothills Land Trust works with communities and partners to protect, preserve and steward sensitive lands and species for the survival of the fragile Sonoran Desert
Florence Crittenton 715 W. Mariposa St. Phoenix, AZ 85013 602.274.7318 http://florencecrittentonofaz.org Florence Crittenton creates safe environments where youth, young adults, and families can discover the support of a caring community and the possibility of a bright new future.	Fresh Start Women's Foundation 1130 E. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85006 602.252.8494 http://www.wehelpwomen.com Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, The Jewell McFarland Lewis Fresh Start Women's Resource Center, which opened in October of 2002, is the first comprehensive, self-help center for women in the country. The Center is designed for women ages 18 years or older who are seeking information, resources and assistance in their quest for emotional and financial independence.	Friends of Public Radio Arizona 2323 W. 14th St. Tempe, AZ 85281 480.774.8448 http://www.fpraz.org Mission: To assure the future vitality of our community's two public radio stations: KBAQ 89.5 FM and KJZZ 91.5 FM
Golden Gate Community Center 1625 N. 39th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85009 602.233.0017 http://www.goldengatecenter.org Mission: to provide programs and services that improve the quality of life for children and families in west central Phoenix neighborhoods	Greater Phoenix Economic Council 2 N. Central Ave., Suite 2500, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602.262.8625 http://www.gpec.org GPEC is a public-private economic development partnership that leverages resources to attract business to Greater Phoenix. GPEC is supported by Maricopa County, 18 cities and towns and more than 140 private-sector businesses. Its mission is to leverage regional resources to develop a high-performance economy by attracting high-quality investments and jobs. GPEC markets the region through select print advertisements, direct-mail campaigns and editorial marketing. GPEC and its EDDT partners also conduct face-to-face selling to corporate executives and site-selection consultants through sales trips and trade conferences. Once a prospect is generated, GPEC works in partnership with our various partners around the region including the Arizona Department of Commerce, our local communities, utility companies, real estate community, educational institutions and many others to encourage the company to select Greater Phoenix.	Habitat for Humanity 115 E. Watkins Phoenix, AZ 85004 602.268.9022 http://habitataz.org Mission: Habitat for Humanity Valley of the Sun, a faith based organization, is an advocate for eliminating sub-standard housing by creating partnerships to build and renovate owner occupied housing
Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004 602.252.8840 http://www.heard.org Since 1929, the Heard Museum has educated visitors from around the world about the art and cultures of Native people of the Southwest. With more than 40,000 artifacts in its permanent collection, 10 long-term and changing exhibition galleries, an education center, an award-winning Shop and the Arcadia Farms Cafe, the private non-profit museum remains committed to being a place of learning, discovery and unforgettable experiences. In addition to its flagship Phoenix location, the Heard Museum has two satellite museums, Heard Museum West in Surprise and Heard Museum North Scottsdale. Mission: To educate the public about the heritage and living cultures and arts of Native peoples, with an emphasis on the peoples of the Southwest.	ICAN, International Cancer Advocacy Network 27 West Morten Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85021-7246 602.861.9642 http://www.askican.org Mission: to expedite the anticancer drug pipeline at all levels, focusing on cancer patient advocacy, clinical trials advocacy, patient empowerment and clinical trials search tools, and public education and information programs	International School of Arizona 9128 E. San Salvador Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480.874.2326 http://www.isaz.org Mission: To provide outstanding pre-school and elementary education through second language immersion, preparing children to become responsible and engaged citizens of the world
March of Dimes 3550 N. Central Ave., Ste. 610, Phoenix, AZ 85012 602.266.9933 http://www.marchofdimes.com March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. Mission: to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality through research, education, community services and advocacy	MASK, Mothers Awareness On School-Age Kids 23875 N. 91st Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480.250.4336 http://www.azmask.org MASK addresses a wide range of topics including drugs, alcohol, internet safety, eating disorders, depression and bullying-with the goal of improving communication with our children and empowering them to make safe,healthy choices. MASK also gives parents an opportunity to network and share tools that focus on prevention and promote healthy peer relationships. Our vision is to ultimatly see parents and children working together to create a postive shift in our society. Mission Statement: The mission of Mothers Awareness on School-Age Kids isto educate both parents and children about the issues facing our youth today and to empower our children to make safe healthy choices.	Mesa Arts Center One East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 480.644.6500 http://www.mesaartscenter.com What's the cost of imagination? How do you measure joy? Where can you find a sense of belonging? Mesa Arts Center is a place for everyone to discover and nurture their own creativity and find a sense of community. Mesa Arts Center Foundation provides the financial support so that everyone, regardless of income or background, can participate in the arts. Mesa Arts Center is an integrated performing and visual arts center situated in the heart of downtown. Its seven acre-campus includes four theatres; fourteen art studios for more than 600 classes; and a stand-alone Contemporary Art gallery. Mission: to inspire people through impacting and engaging arts experiences that are diverse, accessible, and relevant and that enhance the quality of life and vitality of the greater region
Mesa United Way 137 E. University Mesa, Az 85201 480.969.8601 http://mesaunitedway.org Mission: To increase the ability of the people of Mesa to care for one another, and to ensure that core services for children, the disabled, the elderly, and the needy are available in our community	Muscular Dystrophy Association 3300 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 800.572.1717 http://www.mda.org The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency - a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans.	New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development 2833 North 3rd Street, Phoenix Arizona 85004 602.371.1366 http://www.newdirectionsinstitute.org Mission: to provide parents and caregivers with training and tools to help every infant, toddler and pre-schooler in Arizona develop a healthy brain and enter school ready to learn
New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development 2833 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602.371.1366 http://www.newdirectionsinstitute.org Mission: to provide parents and caregivers with training and tools to help every infant, toddler and pre-schooler in Arizona develop a healthy brain and enter school ready to learn	New Song Center for Grieving Children 6947 East McDonald Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85253 http://www.thenewsongcenter.org Mission: New Song Center for Grieving Children provides comprehensive grief education, support for healing, and positive social change following traumatic loss. Families with children between the ages of 5 and 17 and young adults 18 to 26 are provided ongoing peer to peer support following the death of a loved one. Small groups are facilitated by highly trained and skilled volunteer facilitators under the supervision of the professional staff at New Song Center.	Not My Kid 333 W. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85013 602.652.0163 http://www.notmykid.org Mission: To raise awareness about adolescent mental and behavioral health problems
Phoenix Suns Charities P.O. Box 1369 Phoenix, AZ 85001 602.379.7767 http://www.suns.com Mission: To benefit organizations that assists the needs of children and families of Arizona.	Phoenix Zoo 455 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008 602.273.1341 http://www.phoenixzoo.org Mission: to inspire people to live in ways that promote the well being of the natural world.	Planned Parenthood Arizona 5651 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014 602.277.PLAN http://www.ppaz.org Mission: promotes and protects every person's freedom and right to enjoy sexual health and well-being, to make reproductive choices, and build healthy, strong families
Primavera 702 South Sixth Avenue, Tucson, AZ 520.623.5111 http://www.primavera.org The Primavera Foundation promotes economic and social justice while working to build a future in which all people are assured basic human rights, a livable income, and safe, affordable housing.	Save the Family 450 W. 4th Place Mesa, AZ. 85201 480.898.0228 http://www.savethefamily.org Save the Family, the Valley's Family Crisis Center, provides transitional housing and case management services to more than 300 families a year. With more than 160 housing units serving homeless families with children throughout the Valley, Save the Family is changing the face of homelessness one family at a time. Through programs like Career Development, Legal Assistance and domestic violence and parenting classes, clients in Save the Family's program learn to become both economically and emotionally self-sufficient. Mission: help children in homeless families by treating the whole family with programs to break the negative cycles of poverty, abuse and homelessness. We strengthen the Valley's communities by facilitating their transition to self-sufficiency.	Scottsdale Ballet Foundation 1511 N. Hayden Road Suite 160-177, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480.239.3079 http://scottsdaleballetfoundation.org Scottsdale Ballet Foundation is a charitable organization for the promotion and presentation of ballet and the performing arts, the granting of scholarships, and the education of the community in the value of these arts while developing Scottsdale area youth's appreciation for the technique of classical ballet.
Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation 480.882.4510 http://www.shc.org Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Scottsdale Healthcare, the not-for-profit community health system comprised of the Scottsdale Healthcare Shea, Osborn and Thompson Peak hospitals, the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Home Services and Scottsdale Healthcare Community Health Services.	Solid Rock 4250 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix 602.522.9200 http://www.alicecoopersolidrock.com Mission: To honor Christ by helping to meet the spiritual, economical, physical and social needs of teens within our community. They hope to fulfill this mission with the creation of "The Rock," a teen center that has a foundation built on music. The Rock will provide teens with a place to express themselves through music, sports, education, dance and social interaction in a safe, caring environment.	Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS 1144 E. McDowell Rd., Ste. 200 Phoenix, AZ 85006 602.307.5330 http://swhiv.org Mission: Leading in the fight against HIV and AIDS
Special Olympics Arizona 1850 N. Central Ave., Phoenix 602.230.1200 http://www.soaz.org To give those with intellectual disabilities opportunity to see their own potential, increase physical fitness, build courage, experience happiness and build friendships	Steele Children's Research Center 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Rm. 3301 Tucson, AZ 85724 520.626.7051 http://www.steelecenter.arizona.edu Mission: The Steele Children's Research Center at The University of Arizona College of Medicine is dedicated to researching the causes and developing cures for childhood illnesses and diseases. Our goal is to advance medical knowledge to help improve the health of Arizona's children and children throughout the world	The Nature Conservancy 7600 N. 15th Street, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85020 602.322.6984 http:// Mission: to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive
The Nature Conservancy in Arizona 7600 N. 15th St., Ste. 100 Phoenix, Az 85020 602.712.0048 http://nature.org/arizona Mission: The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive	The Phoenix Symphony One North First Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, 85004 602.495.1999 http://www.phoenixsymphony.org The Phoenix Symphony has been proudly serving the citizens of the Phoenix metropolitan area and Arizona since 1947. What began as an occasional group of musicians performing a handful of concerts each year (in a city of fewer than 100,000 people) today serves more than 300,000 people annually, with 275 concerts and presentations throughout the greater Phoenix area and beyond.	The Salvation Army 2707 E. Van Buren St. Phoenix, Az 85008 602.267.4100 http://www.salvationarmycares.org Mission: To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination
The Valley of the Sun P.O. Box 7141 Scottsdale, AZ 85252 602.452.2030 http://www.vos2030.org/ Mission: providing women with an opportunity for personal growth, friendship and leadership development while improving the quality of life for the special needs of children in the community	UMOM New Day Centers 3320 E Van Buren St. Phoenix, AZ 85008 602.275.7852 http://www.umom.org/ UMOM is the largest homeless shelter for families in the State of Arizona and has served the Greater Phoenix area for more than 40 years. Mission: To provide homeless and low-income families with food, shelter	West Valley Child Crisis Center P.O. Box 850, Glendale, AZ, 85311-0850 623.848.8863 http://www.wvccc.org Mission: To provide shelter and supervision for children who are abused or neglected and to prevent and increase awareness of child abuse
Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation 5333 N. 7th Street, Suite C223, Phoenix 602.266.2216 http://whisperinghoperanch.org Mission: To offer special needs children and their families Ranch-style camp and retreat experiences enhanced by programs designed to foster nurturing interactions between campers and the animals residing at the ranch	YWCA Maricopa County 755 East Willetta Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85006-2796 602.258.0990 http://www.ywcaaz.org Mission: Developing opportunities for women's growth in leadership and power to achieve human rights, dignity, freedom, health, security, justice, and peace for all people

ACT Today!

Advocates For Kids

Aid to Adoption of Special Kids

Altered Tails

Alzheimer's Association - Desert Southwest Chapter

American Cancer Society

American Diabetes Association

American Heart Association

American Liver Foundation

American Lung Association

American Red Cross

Andrea's Closet

Anti-Defamation League

Anytown Arizona, Inc.

Area Agency on Aging

Arizona Animal Welfare League

Arizona Commission on the Arts

Arizona Community Foundation

Arizona Diamonds Foundation

Arizona Foundation for Women

Arizona Women's Education & Employment (AWEE)

Arizona's Children Association

Audubon Arizona

Ballet Arizona

Banner Health Foundation

Barrow Neurological Foundation

Beatitudes Center DOAR

Beauty of a Bonzer

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona

Board of Visitors

Boy Scouts of America, Grand Canyon Council

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix

Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley

Boys Hope Girls Hope of Arizona

Brain Injury Association of Arizona

Bridging AZ Furniture Bank

Celebrity Fight Night

Chandler Center for the Arts

Child Crisis Center

Children's Museum of Phoenix

Chrysalis

Crisis Nursery

Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Foothills Land Trust

Florence Crittenton

Fresh Start Women's Foundation

Friends of Public Radio Arizona

Golden Gate Community Center

Greater Phoenix Economic Council

Habitat for Humanity

Heard Museum

ICAN, International Cancer Advocacy Network

International School of Arizona

March of Dimes

MASK, Mothers Awareness On School-Age Kids

Mesa Arts Center

Mesa United Way

Muscular Dystrophy Association

New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

New Song Center for Grieving Children

Not My Kid

Phoenix Suns Charities

Phoenix Zoo

Planned Parenthood Arizona

Primavera

Save the Family

Scottsdale Ballet Foundation

Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation

Solid Rock

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS

Special Olympics Arizona

Steele Children's Research Center

The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy in Arizona

The Phoenix Symphony

The Salvation Army

The Valley of the Sun

UMOM New Day Centers