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United is the Way
We Create Mighty Change

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Everyone deserves to live in a society where they feel safe, respected and protected. We can, and must, do better to guarantee the human rights, freedom and the ability to succeed of every person.”

Carla Vargas Jasa
President & CEO
Valley of the Sun United Way

Creating Mighty Change

We cannot beat today’s issues with yesterday’s thinking. Change demands bold new solutions. Therefore, we are redeploying our energies and realigning our resources and partners to drive Mighty Change in our community. Together, we tackle the systemic, interrelated issues holding us back to create more opportunity and access throughout the Valley. Progress will be tracked and reported annually, and we will change courses as needed to stay focused on the right programs and solutions to reach our goals.

Here is where we are focusing our efforts:

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Thank you, Corporate Partners!

We couldn’t do it without you! Our corporate partners work with us to create a stronger community by launching workplace campaigns, advocating, and volunteering their time and talent. By supporting Mighty Change, companies are sending a powerful message to employees and customers that care about the place they call home and want to help make a difference. Taking the lead is our Million Dollar Corporate Circle, the partners that impact our community with a commitment of more than $1 million annually:

APS, Edward Jones, Freeport-McMoRan and QuikTrip.

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Ways to Give

By supporting Valley of the Sun United Way, you’re helping thousands of residents get the tools they need to succeed.

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Volunteer Opportunities In Phoenix

There are many different ways you can improve the lives of people around you.

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Advocate

Sometimes the most powerful way to get involved is to speak up.

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Join a Group

One of the best ways to create Mighty Change alongside Valley of the Sun United Way is to join an affinity group.

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What We’re Up To

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Stories of Mighty Change: Be A Leader | Jazmyn’s Story

Valley of the Sun United Way’s partnership with Be A Leader guides a young woman to college, a dream she never thought would be a possibility.

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Stories of Mighty Change: Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates | Jaelyn’s Story

Valley of the Sun United Way’s partnership with Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates (JAG) allows a young woman to realize her potential and make strides in her academic career.

United We Prepare: Strengthening Community Resilience Through Partnership

Valley of the Sun United Way is one of 14 local United Ways nationwide participating in United We Prepare, with support from Verizon.

 

Stories of Mighty Change | UMOM New Day Centers – Karen’s Story

Karen, a single mother escaping 12 years of domestic abuse, had nowhere safe to go with her children. With the help of Valley of the Sun United Way and UMOM New Day Centers, she was able to rewrite her future.

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Creating a culture of impact through corporate volunteer engagement

Connection and compassion matter now more than ever and partnerships with companies like Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, American Express and PetSmart reveal a deep, undeniable truth: when businesses and nonprofits unite, they become a powerful influence for social change.

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Valley of the Sun United Way awards Fair Chance grant funding

Valley of the Sun United Way announced today that seven nonprofit organizations received a total of $120,000 in grant funding to advance Fair Chance programs and initiatives for justice-impacted individuals.

United Way Literacy Hubs We Are United Breakfast 2025
We Are United Breakfast Brings Together Community, Donors, Partners and Volunteers to Highlight Mighty Change

Valley of the Sun United Way hosted the 2025 We Are United Breakfast, celebrating Literacy Hubs and bringing together over 500 corporate partners, nonprofit organizations and community leaders.

Lattie Coor School’s Award-Winning Literacy Hub Featured at Valley of the Sun United Way’s Annual We Are United Breakfast

Literacy Hubs are community-based spaces designed to close the literacy gap by providing students and families with critical reading support, tutoring, and engagement opportunities for children from birth to third grade.

Stories of Mighty Change | Arizona Career Pathways – Amanda’s Story

Amanda was a single mother struggling to raise her three young children after the death of their father. As a dental assistant earning $45,000 annually, she knew she needed to upskill to earn a livable wage for her single-income family of four. With the help of Arizona Career Pathways, she enrolled in Phoenix College’s Dental Hygiene program.

Literacy Hub at Lattie Coor School can be directly tied to increased test scores

The Literacy Hub at Lattie Coor School is one way United Way and its partners are meeting the community where they are to address inequities and needs.

Valley of the Sun United Way announces FY26 request for proposals

Valley of the Sun United Way is pleased to announce the opening of its 2025-2026 request for proposals for eligible nonprofits, schools and other community organizations operating throughout Maricopa County.

Stories of mighty Change: Mighty Families – Robert’s Story

Valley of the Sun United Way’s Mighty Families program, in partnership with Chicanos Por La Causa, helps a family of five stay in their home after falling on hard times.

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