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Our Supporters
Together, We Make an Impressive Difference in Our Community
We are fortunate to receive support from many organizations within our community. We are proud to feature just a few of these important partners who enable us to provide uninterrupted deliveries of healthy, perishable food to the members of our recipient agency network. If you want to also donate and join our network of supporters, click here.
$100,000+ Donors
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust
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The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust seeks to help people in need, especially women, children, and families; to protect animals and nature; to enrich community life in the metropolitan areas of Indianapolis and Phoenix.
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We're grateful to partner with the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust as they've enthusiastically funded a brand new truck in 2020! This new truck will enable us to rescue more perishable food and get it safely to those in need.
Thunderbirds Charities is a non-profit organization formed in 1986 to distribute monies raised through the Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament. The Thunderbirds Charities' mission is to assist children and families, help people in need and improve the quality of life in our communities.
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Waste Not is thrilled to receive a 2019 grant of $50,000 to invest in our field operations and infrastructure. We are honored to be a part of the Thunderbirds Charities legacy which now includes more than $122 million of charitable donations made through the years.
$25,000+ Donors
Thermo King
Thermo King Corporation was founded 80 years ago to ensure the safe, refrigerated transport of perishable foods so that people could enjoy fresh, healthy meals both locally and around the world.
As part of the “We Move Food” program, we aim to close the very real gap between the 41 million Americans who struggle with hunger and the nearly $220 billion dollars of food that is thrown away each year in the U.S.
Recognizing that transport refrigeration plays a critical role in eliminating food waste and increasing food stability, our partnership with Waste Not provides a real connection between excess food and those who need it most.
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Thermo King is excited to watch this program grow as we further leverage our strong programs like Waste Not. We are happy to support Waste Not financially in order to offset the costs of operating and maintaining a refrigerated fleet, which is the heart of a successful food recovery model.
The mission of the Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation is to strengthen the daily operations and lifelong outcomes for the people and communities of the state of Arizona. The Foundation focuses on building, strengthening and sustaining innovative organizations.
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Waste Not has had a relationship with the Foundation since 2008 and is most grateful for their infrastructure investments in our organization over the past three years so that we could build capacity to serve so many more people. We couldn't have done it without you.
The Scottsdale Active 20-30 Club and Foundation is comprised of 50 male business and community leaders between the ages of 20 and 40. The primary focus of the organization is philanthropic fundraising to support local children's charities. By hosting special events, the Club draws the community together to raise funds for, and to educate our citizens about the financial, medical, and emotional needs of Arizona's children. In addition to the community service, the Club also fosters personal growth through leadership within the Club and interaction with the charities supported.
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In 2020, Waste Not received its fourth grant, this time in the amount of $30,000 in support of feeding thousands of local children in our Valley. We are grateful to this young, vibrant group for embracing our organization and returning as a valued partner.
The Ingersoll Rand Foundation, in conjunction with Thermo King Corporate as part of our We Move Food initiative, is proud to partner with Waste Not to support local hunger relief missions including food rescue and recovery.
The Ingersoll Rand Foundation aims to provide grants to support hunger relief programs aligned with the We Move Food mission, a hunger relief program developed to help reduce food waste, and increase access to fresh, nutritious food for people who need it most
Waste Not’s ability to provide 5 meals for every dollar is a wonderful use of resources and helps us achieve our long-term goals to reduce food waste and feed the hungry.
Since 2010, Chili’s Grill & Bar, owned by Brinker International, hosts an annual fundraiser for the benefit of Waste NOT. We are grateful for this invaluable support and commitment from Brinker International and thank the many employees and loyal customers for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to our mission of feeding our hungry neighbors.
The Arizona Republic/12 News Season for Sharing has raised more than $60 million since its inception in 1993. Matching funds are also provided by the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust and the Gannett Foundation. These funds support local nonprofit agencies that help at-risk children and families, improve educational skills, aid victims of domestic violence and serve older adults.
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Mr. Werner Schumacher played a pivotal role in the early days of Waste Not, serving on the board in the organization's developmental stages as well as lending financial support and expertise that continue to today. Through his ownership of Schumacher Mercedes-Benz, he provided many trucks in the Waste Not fleet. Having retired from Schumacher Mercedes-Benz, Mr. Schumacher continues to be a primary financial supporter of Waste Not as well as an ardent advocate for our mission.
Valley of the Sun United Way is the largest investor of health and human service programs in Maricopa County, touching millions of lives each year. United Way has served the health and human service needs of families and individuals since 1925. They are currently focused on achieving three key Community Objectives: Ensure Children and Youth Succeed; End Hunger and Homelessness, and Increase the Financial Stability of Families and Individuals. They have invested millions of dollars in agencies and organizations that offer services in these areas.
We are proud to be a partner with United Way in helping end hunger in our community and are grateful for the thousands of dollars VSUW has invested in our program over many years.
$10,000+ Donors
The mission of the Arizona Community Foundation is to lead, serve and collaborate to mobilize enduring philanthropy for a better Arizona.
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Through philanthropic programs, APS impacts the communities where it's families, neighbors, and customers live and work. The company invests in 501(c)3 nonprofits executing strong community programs because it is committed to creating a sustainable future for Arizona.
APS supports Waste Not's work because it is committed to supporting quality organizations that improve the human condition.
Fry’s Food & Drug has been in the grocery business for 134 years. This experience has taught the company a few things about food and people and that meals matter – families who share meals together have children who do better in every aspect of their lives. With more than 40% of the food produced in the U.S. wasted, yet 1 in 8 Americans struggling with hunger (and the stats in Arizona are worse), the company knows that food waste undermines food security and it is committed to helping.
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Kroger Co. Foundation, in a dedicated partnership with the Fry’s operating division of the Kroger Family of Companies, is strategically focused on advancing Kroger’s Zero Hunger I Zero Waste social impact plan. Thank you for being a valuable partner that understands the enormity of our food hunger and food waste challenges and is willing to step in to help!
$5,000+ Donors
The Arizona Cardinals Charities Fund support programs designed to "improve the quality of life and enhance opportunities for children, women, and minorities in the state of Arizona. Since its inception in 1990, Cardinals Charities has distributed more than $9.1 million dollars to hundreds of worthy charitable organizations. on behalf of the Arizona Cardinals and the National Football League."
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We are extremely grateful to be a recipient of Cardinals Charities’ generosity. Since 2000, Cardinals Charities contributions help Waste Not ensure uninterrupted deliveries of nutrition to the most vulnerable members of our community – our children. Thank you, Cardinals Charities!
We are most grateful to this premier law firm in the Valley that has supported us for several years—both with financial support as well as the time and energy of one of its legal partners. Thank you for caring about our work to feed the hungry, Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP!
BOK Financial, formerly Bank of Arizona. The Corporation develops meaningful relationships with more than 800 nonprofit partners in the eight states where it has banking centers. With these relationships, they can identify, understand and address the unique challenges each of their communities’ face. With tangible needs identified, the company strategically invests in programs that enhance both the quality of life and economic well-being of its communities.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) is involved within the community at all levels for the betterment of our customers, our industry and our state. Renee Hunt, Public Relations Specialist at BCBSAZ says, “As a local company and a community-driven company, we like to work with organizations that work toward enhancing the quality of life for their community. We pride ourselves in aligning our success with the success of the communities we serve.”
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Waste Not is grateful for Boeing’s presence and generosity in our community. It's Employees Community Fund in Mesa collectively supports the needs of the local community through actively making grants. With a volunteer Board of Directors, composed of Boeing employees, Mesa ECF funds programs in the areas of health, education, social services and community enrichment.
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Since 1999, Boeing Arizona employees have granted Waste Not funds to help us deliver consistent nutrition to organizations in our Valley that feed and empower hungry men, women, and children.
The Matson Foundation contributes funds, material goods and services to assist in the development and operation of not-for-profit, charitable and community organizations in the geographic locations in which Matson has business operations.
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Matson’s corporate giving program is designed to reflect the company’s longstanding participation in community activities in Hawaii, Guam and the continental U.S. While the Matson Foundation supports a wide range of community needs, donations are generally made to charities with the greatest opportunity to positively affect the communities Matson serves.
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Waste Not is grateful to the Matson Foundation for providing support for many consecutive years to sponsor fundraising events and provided us with grant funding to feed hungry kids and adults in the Phoenix area.
As a community based, nonprofit power utility, SRP is pleased to make corporate contributions to nonprofit organizations providing meaningful and beneficial programs to the community.
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Since 2013, SRP has recognized the value of the programs provided by Waste Not.
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Since 2007 the Sundt Foundation has generously partnered with Waste Not to help improve the nutritional levels of disadvantaged children throughout Maricopa County. Since it was founded over a century ago, Sundt has been dedicated to improving the communities where it operates. In 1999, they expanded this effort by creating the Sundt Foundation, a separate non-profit organization focused on the needs of disadvantaged children and adults. The Foundation receives most of its funding through employee contributions, which are matched by the company.
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We are tremendously grateful to the Sundt Employees for your continued confidence in our organization, your steadfast support and for your generosity.
Healthy thriving communities depend on involved citizens, organizations and corporate partners for momentum. Waste Management lends its support and services to causes that promote civic pride, economic development and revitalization. Every community has its own challenges so the company strives to always to be part of problem-solving initiatives. We warmly welcome Waste Management to our Waste Not family of supporters as both organizations’ work dovetails well.
2018
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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APS
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Arizona Republic/ 12 News/ Season for Sharing
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Arizona Cardinals Charities Fund
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Bank of Arizona
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BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona
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Boeing ECF
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Caljet of America, LLC
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CoBiz Financial
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Defalco Family Foundation
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Dr. Scholl Foundation
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Fiesta Bowl Charities
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John F. Long Foundation
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Kroger Foundation
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Matson Foundation
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Levin Family Charitable Trust
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Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP
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Matson Foundation
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Otto & Edna Neely Foundation
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Salt River Project (SRP)
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Schulz Charitable Foundation
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Scottsdale Active 20/30 Foundation
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Sundt Construction
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The Surplus Line Assoc. of AZ Foundation
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Thunderbirds Charities
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Valley of the Sun United Way
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Waste Management
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Wells Fargo
2017
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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A Professional Image, LLC
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APS
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Arizona Cardinals Charities Fund
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AZ Republic/12 News/Season for Sharing
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Bank of Arizona
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Bar-S Foods
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BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona
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Boeing ECF
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Caljet of America, LLC
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Defalco Family Foundation
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Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation
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Levin Family Charitable Trust
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Matson Foundation
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Nordstrom Bank
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Otto & Edna Neely Foundation
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Salt River Project (SRP)
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Schulz Charitable Foundation
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Scottsdale Active 20/30 Foundation
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Sundt Construction
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The Surplus Line Assoc. of AZ Foundation
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Tridave, LLC
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United Parcel Service
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Valley Anesthesiology Foundation
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Valley of the Sun United Way
2016
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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APS
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AZ Republic/12 News/Season for Sharing
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Bank of Arizona
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Bar-S Foods
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BHHS Legacy
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BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona
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CoBiz Cares Foundations
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Halle Foundation
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Levin Family Charitable Foundation
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CoBiz Cares Foundations
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Matson Foundation
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Otto & Edna Neely Foundation
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Quicken Loans
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Salt River Project (SRP)
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Schulz Charitable Foundation
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Southwest Airlines
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Thunderbirds Charities
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Valley Anesthesiology Foundation
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Wells Fargo
2015
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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American Family Insurance
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APS
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Arizona Diamondbacks
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Arizona Republic/12 News/Season for Sharing
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Bank of America
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Bar-S Foods
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BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona
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Boeing Arizona ECF
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Caljet of America
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Cardinals Charities
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De Falco Family Foundation
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Dr. Scholl Foundation
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Fiesta Bowl
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Fry's Stores
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Halle Foundation
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John F. Long Foundation
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Levin Family Charitable Foundation
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Matson Foundation
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Otto & Edna Neely Foundation
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Phoenix Suns Charities
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Quicken Loans
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Schulz Foundation
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Sundt Foundation
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Surplus Line Assoc of AZ Foundation
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Thunderbirds Charities
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Tridave
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Veritra
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Wells Fargo
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Western Refining Southwest Inc.
2014
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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American Family Insurance
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APS
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Arizona Diamondbacks
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Bank of Arizona
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BHHS Legacy Foundation
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Boeing Arizona ECF
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Caljet of America
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Cardinal Charities
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Cornerstone Advisors
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Tridave
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Darden
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De Falco Family Foundation
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Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation
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Fiesta Bowl Charities
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John F. Long Foundation
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Hillshire Brands Foundation
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Horizon Insurance
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Levin Family Charitable Foundation
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Matson Foundation
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Max & Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, The
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Nordstrom Bank
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Otto & Edna Neely Foundation
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Phoenix Suns Charities
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Quicken Loans
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Safeway Foundation
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Salt River Project (SRP)
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Schulz Foundation
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Season for Sharing
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Sundt Foundation
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Surplus Line Assoc of AZ Foundation
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Thunderbird Charities
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Valley Anesthesiology Foundation
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Veritra
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Wells Fargo Foundation
2013
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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Allstate Foundation
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APS
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Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation
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Cornerstone Advisors
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Darden Restaurants, Inc. Foundation
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De Falco Family Foundation
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Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation
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Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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Fry's Fund
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Freeport McMoran
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Genworth Foundation
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Halle Foundation
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Horizon Insurance
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John F. Long
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Levin Family Foundation
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Matson Foundation
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Medtronic Foundation
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Nordstrom Bank
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Schultz Charitable Fund
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Safeway Foundation
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Schultz Charitable Foundation
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Season for Sharing
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Steptoe & Johnson LLP
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Surplus Line Association of AZ
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Syd & Jan Silberman Foundation
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Sundt Foundation
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Trends Charitable Funds
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Thunderbirds Charities
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Trends Charitable Fund
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US Airways
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Valley of the Sun United Way
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Valley Anesthesiology Foundation
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Veritra
2012
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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Aetna Foundation, Inc
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Albert Foundation
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Alexander & Baldwin Foundation
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Allstate Foundation
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American Family Insurance
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Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation
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BHHS Legacy Foundation
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Boeing ECF
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Cardinals Charities
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Darden Restaurants, Inc Foundation
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De Falco Family Foundation
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Dr. Scholl Foundation
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Phoenix Suns Charities
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ECLA Lutheran
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Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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Fiesta Bowl Charities
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Genworth Foundation
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Horizon Insurance
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J.R. Albert Foundation
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JC Grason of Mesa
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Jennings, Strouss & Salmon, PLC
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John F. Long Foundation
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Medtronic Foundation
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Nordstrom Bank
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Pinnacle Peak Country Club
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Safeway Foundation
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Schulz Charitable Foundation
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Season For Sharing
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Sundt Foundation
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Thunderbirds Charities
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Traditions Transitional Living
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US Airways
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Valley Anesthesiology
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Valley of the Sun United Way
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Veritra
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Wells Fargo Foundation
2011
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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Adminstaff
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Alexander & Baldwin
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American Family Insurance
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Arizona Community Foundation
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Arizona Diamondback Foundations
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Bank of America Merrill Lynch
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DeFalco Family Foundation
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Deluxe Foundation
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Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
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Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Foundation
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Hull Foundation
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Horizon Insurance Group, Inc.
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Light of Christ Church
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McCarthy Heart Hats
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Medtronic
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Nilsen Family Fund
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NW Valley Pros
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Otto & Edna Neely Foundation
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Pearl Consulting
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Safeway Foundation
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Season for Sharing
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The Allstate Foundation
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Thunderbirds Charities
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US Airways
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Valley Anesthesiology Foundation
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Valley Hotel & Resort
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Valley of the Sun United Way
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Wells Fargo Foundation
2010
Corporate and Foundation Donors
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American Mutual Family Insurance
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Applied Materials Foundation
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Arizona Diamondbacks
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BHHS Legacy Foundation
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Boeing Mesa ECF
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Church of Beatitudes
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Commonwealth Financial Network
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DeFalco Family Foundation
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Dr. Scholl Foundation
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Freescale
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Fry's Food Stores
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Hull Foundation
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Jennings Strouss Foundation
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John F. Long Foundation
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JW Marriott Desert Ridge
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Lifetime Fitness Foundation
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Medtronic
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Nilsen Family Fund
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Nina Mason Pullium Charitable Fund
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Nordstrom Bank
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Otto and Edna Neely Foundation
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Pendleton Memorial Fund
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Schulz Foundation
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Season for Sharing
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Sundt Foundation
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The Surplus Line Association of AF
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Thunderbirds Charities
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US Airways
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Valley Anesthesiology Foundation
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W.H.O.
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Wal-Mart Foundation
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Wells Fargo Foundation
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