Empty Bowls events to benefit hungry neighbors
In Maricopa County, 1 in 5 children and 1 in 7 seniors don’t have enough food to eat. (Valley of the Sun United Way) Chandler Gilbert Community College will stimulate awareness of hunger by hosting its 11th annual Empty Bowls event on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Participants can select a one-of-a-kind handcrafted ceramic…
Read more
AZCEND honors Frank Narducci with 2024 Tracey Washington Spirit Award
Frank Narducci has been selected to receive the 2024 Tracey Washington Spirit Award from AZCEND in honor of his service to the community. Tracey Washington served as the Food Bank Manager at AZCEND for 14 years changing the lives of many in our community. Tracey respected people, understood people and was committed to serving people.…
Read more
AZCEND earns Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency
AZCEND, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing help and hope to neighbors in need, has been awarded the prestigious Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency. This recognition conveys AZCEND’s commitment to responsible stewardship, excellence in delivering programs and transparency. “We appreciate our volunteers, donors and community partners for making this honor possible,” stated AZCEND CEO Trinity…
Read more
AZCEND opens nominations for Tracey Washington Spirit Award
AZCEND is thrilled to present the Tracey Washington Spirit Award as part of our 8th Annual Spirit of AZCEND Gala festivities. Tracey served as the Food Bank Manager at AZCEND for 14 years making a difference in our community. Tracey respected people, understood people and was committed to serving people. The significant impact he made…
Read more
AZCEND earns four-star rating from Charity Navigator
AZCEND is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator. This rating designates AZCEND as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating that our organization is using its donations effectively based on Charity Navigator’s criteria. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized…
Read more
AZCEND receives Chandler Chamber 2023 Community Cup Award
Chandler, AZ – In recognition of their outstanding dedication and transformative work in the community, AZCEND has been chosen as the recipient of the Chandler Chamber 2023 Community Cup Award. This prestigious accolade celebrates AZCEND’s unwavering commitment to their mission of providing help and hope to those in need. The award acknowledges AZCEND’s remarkable achievements…
Read more
Without a Home: Roots of metro Phoenix homelessness problem runs deep
By Taylor Tasler KTAR.com PHOENIX – The issue of homelessness in metro Phoenix has been a fixture in local and national headlines recently, but the complex problem has been growing for some time. The number of people experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County increased by over 70% between 2017 and 2023, according to the point-in-time (PIT) census conducted…
Read more
Chandler Christian Community Center unveils new name, AZCEND
Chandler Christian Community Center Unveils New Name, AZCEND After 50 years of service to the communities in Southeast Valley, local nonprofit organization embraces new brand that reflects its evolution and future. Chandler, AZ. May 16, 2017 – In front of a crowd of staff, volunteers, donors, sponsors, clients, and local church and community dignitaries, the…
Read morePhoenix-area exhibit puts a face to homelessness
CHANDLER, Ariz. — A new exhibit presents an eye-opening look at homelessness in Chandler. The exhibition, “Portraits of Homelessness,” features pictures of the homeless within the city and allows them to tell their stories to visitors. “Some of their stories talk about why they’re homeless,” said Chandler City Councilmember Kevin Hartke, who helped organize the…
Read more