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The Journey of a Heat Relief Kit

A behind-the-scenes look at how a simple kit becomes a lifeline during Arizona’s deadliest season.

Stories of Mighty Change | Duet – Debra and Violet Rose’s Story

Valley of the Sun United Way’s partnership with Duet: Partners in Health and Aging supports a grandmother turned sole caregiver.

Stories of Mighty Change: Camp Catanese | Adrian’s Story

Valley of the Sun United Way’s partnership with Camp Catanese guides a young man to achieve his dreams of attending college and breaking generational barriers.

Jazmyn will be attending University of Arizona, thanks to VSUW, Be A Leader and FAFSA.
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.

Young woman who faced adversity gives a speech at award ceremony
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.

Blue Cross Blue Shield employee holding a "We are Mighty Changemakers" sign at AZ Blue in Action.
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.

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