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Annual Pat's Run Supports Tillman Scholars for its 21st Year

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On April 12, more than 25,000 runners and walkers filled the streets of Tempe for the 21st Annual Pat’s Run. The event honored the legacy of Pat Tillman, the former Arizona State University and NFL football player who left a promising career to serve in the military. This year's run supported the Tillman Scholars who carry forward...

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Stadium Classic raises $75K for Michael Phelps Foundation

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The third annual Stadium Classic at TPC Scottsdale gave golfers the opportunity to tee off for a good cause, as the tournament raised over $75,000 for the Michael Phelps Foundation. An unforgettable day of golf, camaraderie and philanthropy, the money raised will support those struggling with mental health challenges.

 "It was a pleasure to be part of the Stadium Classic, and we're so thankful our foundation was the beneficiary,” Nicole and Michael Phelps said. “The opportunity for Waste Management fans to...

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Laid-Back Groot Wants to Be Your Loyal Companion

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Meet Groot, an 8-year-old German Shepherd mix currently waiting for his forever home at the Arizona Humane Society.

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Resilient Anya: German Shepherd Mix Looking for her Forever Home

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Meet Anya, a 2-year-old German Shepherd Dog and Australian Cattle Dog mix who has been in the Arizona Humane Society's care for more than 50 days. Anya found her way to us after our Emergency Animal Medical Technicians picked her up from a local animal clinic where she had been dropped off by a Good Samaritan. She was found as a stray with multiple wounds to her muzzle, neck and front limbs.  

While her background is unknown, it was clear that Anya endured adversity while living on the streets of Phoenix, making her playful and social demeanor all the more heartwarming. Anya has been on a couple of Doggy...

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Hands-On Culinary Education Program Expands Reach To 50 Arizona Schools

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Blue Watermelon Project (BWP) is giving students across Arizona the opportunity to experience hands-on food and garden education through the 2025-2026 Chef in the Garden Program, which will now serve 50 schools and 1,500 students, reaching more than ever before thanks to an increase in interest and donor support.

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