Jim Hoagland Each year the Tucson Audubon Society (TAS) conducts a Birdathon to raise funds to support the important work they do. Their mission is “inspiring people to enjoy and protect birds through recreation, education, conservation, and restoration of the environment.” They provide educational Zoom programs, field trip outings, and in-person socials such as the…
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April 2024, Generals
Oracle Schools Foundation – April 2024
An Opportunity to Help and Enjoy a Fun Event D. Pedota and D. Farland, President and Vice President of Oracle Schools Foundation On March 10, the Oracle Schools Foundation held their annual Gala banquet and various Auctions. We had 270 people in attendance. One of the main fundraising goals of the Gala is to pay…
March 2024, Generals
Community Church of SaddleBrooke Helps Kartz Fore Kidz Golf Cart Program
Cheryl Fay The Community Church of SaddleBrooke is coming alongside Kartz Fore Kidz, a local SaddleBrooke organization, to help Tucson’s Young Life Capernaum send kids with disabilities and special needs to summer camp. Cheryl Fay, the Church Missions Coordinator for Young Life Capernaum explains: “The Kartz Fore Kidz golf cart program buys and accepts donated or…
March 2024, Generals
The Tri-Community Food Bank—Feeding Neighbors for More Than 40 Years
Rosemary Douglas This history was compiled with the assistance of Joyce McClung, a current volunteer, and veteran volunteer since 1997. The Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) and Thrift Shop was founded in 1980/81 by Jean Peterson and Beverly Pyritz. It was originally located in one room in a Pinal County building in Mammoth. Early funding was…