FAQ

The Spirit of AZCEND Gala and Casino Night will be held from 6 – 10 pm on Friday, October 10, 2025 at the Marriott Phoenix Chandler Hotel, 1600 S Price Road, Chandler, AZ 85286.

All menu selections are gluten free, and vegetarian options will be provided.

SALAD

Organic baby greens, diced apples, candied pecans, dried cranberries and goat cheese with balsamic vinaigrette

VEGETARIAN MEAL OPTION

Vegetable Torte 
Layered marinated grilled seasonal vegetables, creamy roasted tomato and micro greens with balsamic glaze

CHICKEN MEAL OPTION

Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken 
Prosciutto, Ovalini mozzarella and basil-spinach chiffonade with lemon-cream sauce

Potato Roasted rosemary-garlic fingerling potatoes

Vegetable Roasted squash medley

Play for charity and everyone wins!

Each ticket holder receives $500 in chips. You can play casino games to win even more chips and then cash the chips out for tickets to win raffle items.

Choose your favorite table–Blackjack, Craps, Roulette or Poker and play to win!

Dress at the Spirit of AZCEND Gala & Casino Night is cocktail attire.

Men: Collared shirt/sport coat or suit and tie if desired

Women: Cocktail dress or dressy slacks

Our theme is Roaring 20’s / Art Deco, and theme attire is optional. Fun props will be available at the photo booth.

Autographed sports items, wine, kitchen ware and more will be on display in the silent auction at the Gala. View amazing items and get your bids in early when the silent auction opens.

Unique, one-of-a-kind experiences offered at Spirit of AZCEND Galas have included an all-inclusive trip to Mexico, a weekend at a bed and breakfast in wine country, Radford Racing and more.

Watch for details as this year’s event takes shape and be sure to bring your vacation budget!

Our theme is Art Deco/Roaring 20’s. Feel free to dress up, or use the props in the photo booth to join in the fun.

Yes, get details about Gala sponsorships online or reach out to Shelley Nelson, Director of Philanthropy at AZCEND for more information, shelley@azcend.org or 480-963-1423, ext. 108.