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With a face as cute as her adorable ears, Mochi is a five-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier with a heart as big as her personality. This sweet pup arrived at the Arizona Humane Society after her previous owner was unable to continue caring for her due to too any pets in the home.

Children’s Respite Homes of America (CRHA) is marking an important moment as the Scottsdale-based nonprofit celebrates its third anniversary. Founded to support the development of children’s respite, palliative, and hospice care homes nationwide, CRHA has quickly become a driving force in a movement that aims to ensure medically fragile children can receive compassionate, community-based care close to home.

In Scottsdale this fall, dining out comes with a deeper purpose. Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill and Ling’s Wok Shop are turning their dining rooms into engines of generosity, channeling proceeds from brunches and signature dishes to support Circle the City, a nonprofit providing healthcare to people experiencing homelessness. It’s a partnership built on the belief that great food can spark meaningful change and that the simple act of sharing a meal can help restore dignity and hope to thousands across Maricopa County.

The spirit of Thanksgiving will shine brightly in South Phoenix this year as the HeroZona Foundation prepares to host its 22nd annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Drive-Thru on November 22. Beginning at 9 a.m. at Travis L. Williams Post 65, the event will provide frozen turkeys to individuals and families in need, continuing a tradition that has supported the community for more than two decades.