AZ Giving

by Candy Thompson

Sarah is a survivor, and she has faced life's obstacles and overcome them with determination. But nothing prepared her for her biggest obstacle: facing physical and emotional abuse at the hands of her husband.

Like any predator, Sarah's ex-husband fought to control his victim, isolating her from her family and friends, demanding to look at her cell phone at all times, and, worse, punching and hitting her to beat her into submission.

Through all this, Sarah was most fearful of what he might do to her children...

Tears flow freely from the eyes of a young couple holding their newborn while sitting in the color- filled kitchen with hand-drawn pictures covering the walls. But the emotions weren’t filled with sadness; they were tears of hope.

Sitting in Ryan House didn’t feel institutionalized, they said, but in every aspect it reflected and acted as a home for not only their daughter but their entire family during this time of need. The respite and...

Do you believe in miracles?

Erin did. Until a series of unforeseeable events stole her hope and left her reeling.

She had believed she was done raising children, until her grandson Gabriel turned three months old. Too quickly, her role as grandmother turned into provider and, eventually, sole care giver for a child with Type 1 diabetes. Her world narrowed, and revolved around keeping Gabriel healthy, safe and loved.

Caring for a healthy young child can be daunting...

The Pearce Family Foundation proudly presents its 3rd annual Holiday Soiree on Thursday December 10thfrom 5:30p – 8p at Addison Taylor Fine Jewelry. Enjoy an evening of holiday joy with light bites, gin tastings by CaskWerks and other festive libations, glittering jewels from Addison Taylor, and celebration of the organizations wonderful donors, volunteers and supporters.

The Peace Family Foundation provides financial assistance, resources and community to support families with a child facing...