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Damone likes playing sports, but prefers basketball.
Damone is a teen needing someone on the sideline for him
14-year-old Damone is a multi-sport athlete who thrives in the world of competition, says John Hicks, a child specific adoption recruiter with Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK). “He … more
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Arizona Science Center President and CEO Chevy Humphrey is leaving at the end of the year to begin the new year leading the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.
Humphrey to keep learning, encouraging STEM in Chicago
As the Arizona Science Center President and CEO Chevy Humphrey prepares to embark on her next professional journey, part of that preparation is getting a winter coat. more
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Dylan hopes to find a father figure in his life.
Dylan is laid back teen who wants a dad
Teens typically come with drama. Not 15-year-old Dylan. “He is literally, the most chill, laid back kid,” says Kayla, a child specific adoption recruiter with Aid to Adoption of … more
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Junior Achievement: Financial literacy is indicator in breaking cycle of poverty
An old adage exists for a reason and the one “the children are our future” holds true perhaps today with more sense of urgency than ever before. A fundamental key to success inside and … more
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Carlos loves to listen to Christmas music.
 Carlos loves Christmas yearlong
No matter what the calendar says, Carlos’ music playlist says it’s December 25. The 9-year-old boy loves Christmas music all year. And if you could combine Christmas music with Fourth … more
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West Valley doctor donates $10,000 to create free smartphone campaign
Dr. Clifford Baker, a pain management physician practicing in Sun City for more than 10 years, is on the frontline of healthcare and hoping to save lines of seniors by giving them free smartphones. … more
How far can two wheels take you? USA BMX Foundation wants to find out
The invention of the wheel is one of the most significant pieces of engineering discovery helping to shape the progress of humanity — and there is no better way to learn this STEM lesson than … more
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The original Hiway House Restaurant on the southeast corner of 107th and Grand avenues as it appeared in the 1960s.
Yesterday and Today: Sun City’s 1st restaurant, hotel
When Sun City opened to the public Jan. 1, 1960, initial visitors were greeted by an elaborate water fountain, five model homes, a recreation center, golf course, shopping center and a restaurant. more
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Damacus needs a home.
Meet Damascus: Active and engaging – and hoping for a brother
Active and engaging, 10-year-old Damascus dreams of a forever family with a built-in playmate. “I’d like there to be another boy – maybe age 9 to 11 – that I could play … more
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Adrian seeks a loving home.
Adrian is a teen with a joyful heart
If you see 14-year-old Adrian out and about these days, he will be wearing a mask to do his part to slow the spread of COVID-19. But you can be sure that behind that mask is a smile. Adrian is … more
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Vanessa
Big sister + little brother = instant family
If you were moved by the 2018 movie Instant Family, you can create your own version by opening your heart and home to Vanessa and Reye. Vanessa, 15, is a compassionate, nurturing teen and the … more
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Family Promise illuminates positive light during dark times of novel coronavirus
In the time of the novel coronavirus, crisis knows no bounds and in the case of family homelessness the realities have become harsher than years before in the Valley of the Sun, outreach officials … more
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Maj. Jennifer Blocker, an Army Reserve 66G Obstetric Gynecologic Nurse from Surprise, Arizona, conducts pre-mobilization activities during a Soldier Readiness Processing event July 23, 2020 in San Antonio. Texas. Blocker is one of the 85 skilled medical professionals that form the Army Reserve Medical Command 7454th Urban Augmentation Medical Task Force preparing to mobilize as part of the Department of Defense support to the Federal Emergency Management Agency response to COVID-19.
Glendale Army Reserve nurse part of federal COVID-19 response
In her civilian career, Jennifer Blocker is employed as a nurse who enjoys spending her free time with her mustang mare, Zipporah. In her military career, she is one of more than 200,000 … more
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A chance for children can be found at Sunshine Acres despite desperate circumstances
Since 1954, Sunshine Acres has stood as a refuge for children in desperate need of care, love and a chance at a bright future — but this 501(c)(3) Arizona nonprofit takes zero state or federal … more
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Arizona nonprofit, outreach community devastated by ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The Arizona nonprofit industry, early estimates suggest, is experiencing a revenue drop of $52 million impacting day-to-day operations of endeavors in some places providing a vital community service … more
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Breaking the cycle of poverty: ICAN mission seeks to build a community for all
The state of mind “I can’t” doesn’t exist at an East Vally nonprofit dedicated to showing children --- through structured after-school programs --- they most definitely … more
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Ryan House helps families conquer impossible scenarios with dignity, joy and compassion
Love will conquer all. The word, “all” can encompass some of the most devastating situations for a person, a family --- even a nation. But at Ryan House, the word carries a weight … more
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The event, Night Without a Bed, was held to raise awareness and funds for families experiencing homelessness.
Family Promise holds virtual event, raises awareness for family homelessness
Family Promise of Greater Phoenix, a nonprofit organization that rescues primarily first-time homeless families and their pets and helps them return to independence, hosted a virtual event June … more
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Phoenix Rescue Mission has a Hope For Hunger Food Bank.
Miss Arizona USA partners with Phoenix Rescue Mission to feed families affected by COVID-19
Miss Arizona USA Yesenia Vidales, along with the help of Miss Arizona Teen USA Molly Schwanz, has partnered with Phoenix Rescue Mission and its Hope For Hunger Food Bank to feed families in need and … more
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Assistance League of Phoenix fills the void left by vicious cycle of poverty
The children are our future. The nice sentiment of future generations becoming the leaders of tomorrow oftentimes comes with the blood, sweat and tears of family members, school leaders --- and … more
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