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Ben Feeds Back: Making a Difference in Phoenix

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A bar mitzvah gives young adult men the chance to show their caring for others through a “Mitzah Project,” which is a decree in the Jewish tradition to perform a...

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“It’s A DATE!” Singles Charity Auction This September

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Phoenix is quite often known for its bustling and attractive singles crowd, one that Scottsdale-based PR firm Crosby-Wright has taken advantage of for its upcoming charity event, “It’s A DATE!” Taking place on Friday, Sept. 19 at The Mint in Scottsdale, the event boasts a variety of successful Valley singles who’ve designed a “dream date” that attendees can bid on to win. All proceeds will go to The Care Fund, a local nonprofit that supports Arizona families currently dealing with an extended illness or injury of their...

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The 2014 Dream Rooms Contest Kicks Off!

AZFoothills.com is proud to announce the 2014 Dream Rooms Contest for The Phoenix Dream Center!

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Last fall, six Dream Teams, made up the Valley's top builders, architects and interior designers committed their time and services to The Phoenix Dream Center flagship program, The Rescue Project. The project is a national leader in the rescue, recovery and advocacy for survivors of human trafficking and crisis pregnancy situations.  

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New Housing for Phoenix Nonprofit, UMOM

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UMOM New Day Centers is the largest and longest-running shelter in Arizona, serving homeless and impoverished Valley residents since 1964. Over their 50 years of existence, this organization has established food banks, permanent housing for mentally ill, medical and dental centers, and schools for those who have desperately needed their services.

On June 6th, UMOM was informed that due to a generous contribution of $12.4 million from the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) and The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, the organization can continue to expand its project to provide affordable long-term housing options for the homeless...

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Phoenix Teens Hike Yosemite for Juvenile Diabetes Awareness

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Arizona should be proud to call the Maurice family residents. Last year, Ethan Maurice, at just 21 years old, rode cross-country with his older brother to raise funds for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Their three-month long journey resulted in $96,000 in donations, and now Ethan is at it again. Accompanied by his 15-year-old sister Haley, the two Maurice teens will hike a 221-mile trek from Yosemite National Park to the top of Mount Whitney—all to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).

This is a cause that has affected the Maurice family personally, with Haley being diagnosed with...

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