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Lung transplant Drs. Ross Bremner and Michael Smith (photo left) The second annual Lou and Evelyn Grubb Spirit Award was presented to Roger Maxwell (photographed next page) for his philanthropic spirit and enduring commitment to helping others. He was honored with a standing ovation during opening night of the 43rd annual Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf & Gala, as he accepted the award from his fellow co-chair, Dan Grubb. Roger became involved with the tournament at the grassroots level in the 1970s, not long after he was befriended by founding organizer Lou Grubb. The two were drawn together by a shared passion for golf and a propensity for charitable giving. Their friendship lasted for decades, until Louâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing in 2012.

hey did it again! The Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf & Gala committee took a great fundraising event—to support Barrow Neurological Institute and Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center—and made it even greater. This year’s kick-off gala was hosted at a new venue for the event, The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, offering more room for the expanding guest list. It was a night of feather boas, pearls, fedoras and fun—Roaring ’20s style. Guests enjoyed cocktails while mingling in an elegant courtyard setting, stepping into the photo booth for fun mugshots with friends and oohing and aahing over beautifully restored vintage automobiles. The evening culminated with a sumptuous dinner and presentation emceed by Arizona Diamondbacks President and CEO Derrick Hall, capped off by a live auction and the Take 5 after-party.

Roger Maxwell (right) & Daughter, Jen Crane (left)

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and several exciting tournament novelties, courtesy of the creative organizing committee. Just before the shotgun start, the Penguin Air Newschopper, with Valley traffic reporter Bruce Haffner at the controls, hovered overhead for a golf-ball drop raffle, in which one lucky winner earned a $2,000 cash prize. Players were also invited to try out the golfball cannon, a point-and-shoot gun designed to launch a ball 300-400 yards. Throughout the day, spirits were high, and so was the heat, but the committee had planned for cool treats on the course, including an ice cream stand and remote margarita station. Just before dusk, the last players turned in their score cards and settled in for the awards dinner, hosted annually by superstar committee member Roger Maxwell (see above). Roger served as co-chair of the Brothers Big Sisters of committee this yearBig along with Dan Grubb. Central Arizona carrying Dan is the son of Lou and Evelyn Grubb, on every the tradition of excelwho are memorialized spring through this beloved event—now 43 yearsfor old60 andyears! lent service stronger than ever. v Page 5 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine

EXCLUSIVE ©Arizona Nonprofit Magazine Photo: Joshua Benjamin

Joshua Benjamin made headline news in Arizona after becoming the first Valedictorian from Brophy Prep’s graduating class of 2016. His success proves that hard work can pay off, but for many Disconnected Youth in our community, the pathway to achievement is seemingly filled with more obstacles than opportunities. Searching for solutions, one of the key topics among community leaders in Maricopa County, is how to improve outcomes in education for individuals with broken paths. According to Joshua Benjamin, there are a few simple, yet effective habits that students can incorporate regardless of their geographical or socioeconomical condition:

UPI Education (Unified Progress International Education) program establishes clear and consistent goals for learning that will prepare America’s youth to live as successful citizens; maintaining respect for others including respect for school, college,the workplace and the laws of our society. www.upieducation.org

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[] • Set up a study schedule and stick to it.

• Television and other leisure comes after homework. • Find a passion or hobby and develop it. • Develop a relationship with your teachers.

• Surround yourself with friends that are focused/ driven and encourage one another to do better.

By Frank Crump and Rod Ambrose (UPI Education) Story Editor: Tamicia Currie

ccording to UPI Education, “Disconnected Youth” are predominately high school dropouts that are unemployed and between the ages of 16-24. In underserved communities which are usually comprised of African-Americans and Latino’s, the numbers are staggering in comparison to areas that receive substantial funding for education. On May 17th 2016, Congressman Rueben Gallego’s office summoned local leaders of the African and Latino American neighborhoods to South Mountain Community College for a problem-solving meeting to address the inadequacies. In attendance, were some of the best leadership minds, skilled practitioners of the social services, behavioral health, education, political and faith-based groups; each, sharing concern for the upsurge in local youth crime. With an emphasis on “disconnected youth”, the topics of education and first time job opportunities topped the list of potential solutions. Ironically, leaders proposed to bring our disconnected youth back into what has been a “failed” ... Continued on Page 17

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SUBSCRIBE ONLINE TODAY! Meet Jason Barlow, Habitat for Humanity’s new President & CEO. AZNP: What expertise are you bringing to the table as the new President & CEO and what are some of your immediate goals in your new position? JB: I have more than thirty-five years of leadership experience including twenty years as an Air Force officer. I have worked also in a for-profit corporation, the federal government and for a non-profit catholic hospital. Our immediate goals at Habitat are to improve our retail operations, strengthen our development efforts and raise awareness of our mission valley wide. Although Habitat for Humanity was recently recognized by Harris Poll EquiTrend® as the 2016 Social Services Non-Profit Brand of the Year,

it seems many people still have limited understanding of what we actually do. AZNP: You are a retired Lt Colonel from the United States Air Force. What aspects of your time serving in the Air Force are synonymous with your service to the non-profit sector? JB: I have found that the leadership skills I developed in the USAF (and really all the way back to Boy Scouts) have worked very nicely in all of the leadership roles I have had since. Although there are sharp contrasts with military service and leading a non-profit, there are probably more common areas then one might think. In the military we served our country. In the non-profit world, we serve our communities. There is also a similar family feel between the Air Force and Habitat. It really comes down to people are people and when you treat everyone as you would want to be

AZNP: President & CEO is an expansive title. What are some of the job functions you perform or will be performing on a daily basis? JB: I work with our talented and dedicated staff who make sure we deliver an amazing experience for not only the local families we serve, but also our volunteers and sponsors alike. (We are primarily a volunteerbased organization. Our limited staff coordinate volunteers (some 10-14,000 per year) to make our program go.) I also work closely with our board of directors to ensure our organization is properly positioned from a strategic standpoint. Finally, I interact on a near daily basis with a wide variety of business organizations, faith based groups and municipalities across the valley to keep our programs and projects running smoothly. We also want to ensure that Habitat is top-ofmind when they want to spend their charitable dollars on a worthy cause. Suffice it to say, the days go quickly! Continued on Page 22

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helped to contribute to some of the more recognizable lived in and the residents of achievements he accomplished in life. “We lived in an upper Chicago’s Hungry Hill felt quite the same. “People began flat and we ate all of our meals to live vicariously through me,” together,” explained Colangelo. said Colangelo. “People in my “My family had a working neighborhood were looking for class mentality and sharing was me to succeed,” he proclaimed. a part of it.”

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Regarding success: The young Colangelo who came to Arizona in the late 1960s, vividly recalls many of the foundational principles that Page 6 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine

allowed their own struggles to stop them from giving back. “We didn’t have much,” acknowledged Colangelo. “But family, faith, friends, and community were always very important,” he recounted.

Raised with a caring heart for the community, Colangelo For families who experience began to intentionally look for poverty, sharing is often viewed ways to shape his future. He as difficult. Yet Colangelo, revealed, “My mother went whose family was also familiar through the fourth grade and with meager living, never

ince 1998, the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation has donated over $40 million dollars to local charities in the state of Arizona. This year alone, the foundation is set to surpass that amount with a total impact of more than $50 million dollars. Highly impressive, the charitable arm of the Arizona Diamondbacks, continues to build an impeccable track record connecting baseball with benevolence and helping non-profit organization’s reach their goals in serving the community at-large. Behind their success in building partnerships with philanthropic groups, is Derrick Hall, the Diamondbacks’ President & CEO.

PRESIDENT & CEO ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS

Derrick Hall BY TAMICIA CURRIE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Hall joined the Arizona Diamondbacks’ executive team in 2005. Yielding a remarkable growth in giving since coming aboard, Hall adapted and instilled the Circle of Success, which incorporates five pillars into the life-force of the entire league. Those core objectives of continual achievement encompass the: 1) fan experience; 2) performance; 3) community; 4) culture; and 5) financial efficiency within the Arizona Diamondbacks’ corporate structure. Hitting all key elements out-of-the-park, Hall’s dedication is remarkable, as he ensures that Arizona’s social and human services sectors are partially funded through the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation. Yet, when looking at Derrick Hall’s early days growing up as a young boy, there was another circle of success that was in the making decades ago. It was the relationship between he and his father - a success circle that largely contributed to building a bridge to the world of baseball for the aspiring young Page 9 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine

COVER enthusiast. Recounting his dad’s dream to play in the “big league,” Hall looked up to his father, whose love and admiration for the game was undoubtedly substantial. “My father wanted to become a staple in major league baseball; he was a huge baseball fan,” revealed Hall. “Why I’m doing what I’m doing today is because of the influence my father had on me and my career,” he proclaimed. Taking his dream from thought-to-reality, Derrick Hall’s dad became an All-American catcher in the state of Arkansas after the family left Los Angeles when Hall was 12-year’s old. Until then, the family had spent a lot of time in their backyard listening to the Dodgers’ broadcasts and Vin Scully, Sports Caster for the Los Angeles Dodgers on the weekends. “I have great memories of my dad’s love for the game of baseball that he passed on to me,” Hall reminisced. “My father taught me how to keep score, he was the coach of all of my little league games, and I grew a passion through him,” he shared. The two of them seemed to walk in each other’s shoes the younger Hall charting a path taking on a shared passion that started with his father and the senior Hall having a chance to live vicariously through his own son’s career with the Arizona Diamondbacks before passing away more than five years ago from pancreatic cancer. “He was so proud that I was in the game,” said Derrick Hall, speaking about his executive position with the Arizona Diamondbacks sports organization. Hall didn’t realize just how much their paths would mirror each other until 2011 when he, like his father, was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 42. For him, however, it was his prostate. “As soon as I heard the word, cancer, I was on the phone for another 10 minutes and never heard another word,” Hall recalled.

times preventable, yet, invasive prognosis, Hall believes prostate cancer is running rampant. “Men are either embarrassed or feel like they’re too macho to go see a doctor,” he expressed. Believing this type of approach is a big mistake, Hall is spreading the message of proactive prevention through every platform he is granted. “When I share my story, it motivates and encourages them and hopefully we’re able to save lives,” he offered.

According to the American Cancer Society, one in seven men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. The number of confirmed cases leading to irreversible outcomes is 1 in 39. These men’s lives are cut short by the second leading cause of cancer death among American males. In Derrick Hall’s case, he was successfully cured, but his life since the diagnosis differs in many ways. “My outlook has completely changed. I am constantly encouraging every man to go out and get tested,” explained Hall.

With a passion for wanting to do more to educate men about the dangers of the disease, Hall, along with his wife, Amy, under the advisement of a local urologist, started The Derrick Hall Pro-State Foundation in January 2013. The Derrick Hall Pro-State Foundation (www.pro-state. org) provides preventative and post-diagnosis assistance for patients and family members looking for additional resources. Recounting back to the moment that changed his own life forever – the moment when he was diagnosed -- Hall understands that after a diagnosis, there are many challenges to face. “It’s been a huge success so far,” Hall stated proudly in reference to his foundation’s impact.

Studies have shown that early-detection can make all of the difference between life and death. As a survivor in remission, Hall is taking it one step further by encouraging men to begin the process of examination as early as their 30s. “I heard from so many men who already had it or were encouraged by me to get tested and would thank me because they caught it early,” he said. An often

Having a good name among charitable organizations in the community, Hall and the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation take nothing for granted when it comes to reaching out and helping others. “We believe all of our community partners are family and it is a passion of ours to give,” he stated proudly. Something he learned early in his career, Hall espouses the idea that culture and

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COVER FEATURE (CONTINUED) community go hand-in-hand. “We encourage our entire organization here to give back. It starts at the top with an organization group that buys in. They are as charitable and warm-hearted as any organization, I believe, in all of sports.” Providing for as many organizations as possible, the Foundation is making a vast difference. From helping little leagues, homeless shelters, cancer organizations, veterans, schools, and more, it’s likely that thousands of non-profit organizations receive assistance on an annual basis. “It’s remarkable the outreach that we have and the influence that we can have on families,” he expressed. The Diamondbacks Foundation not only helps large charities, but it also supports smaller nonprofit organizations that have needbased projects. Additionally, their concentration extends to smaller cities in Arizona, such as Tucson, Flagstaff, and Winslow. “It can be a startup or a well-established 50-year old organization. If they clearly communicate that need, we’re going to do all we can to help,” he explained. Utilizing every internal resource to strengthen community relations, volunteering is also a huge part of their giving. “It is fun for me to see how many different interests our employees have,” he shared. “We give them paid time off each month to volunteer,” said Hall. Since being in remission, a lot of good has come out of what was once a very tumultuous journey for the executive. “I realized after taking a few deep breaths that I had to spend more time with my family,” Hall revealed. He also made changes to his dietary habits and credited his wife for leading him to become more health conscious by watching what they eat. “My wife had encouraged the two of us to become plant-based and vegan,” he exclaimed. “Now, here I am five years into being vegan, and it’s totally changed my life.” In sharing the message with his own sons about prostate health, Derrick Hall has also included preventative talks in his conversations. “We don’t force them to be vegan, but I have told both of my boys that chances of being diagnosed with prostate cancer have increased dramatically because of me.” Speaking honestly and openly with them, like many others, Hall hopes that a cure is found. “I am not concerned that my sons haven’t already been influenced,” he expressed. “I hope a cure is found. We’re going to stay on top of it -- they’re going to be on top of it for the rest of their lives,” Hall concluded. v

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ave you ever wanted to support a nonprofit organization through charitable giving but you didn’t know how to give? Have you ever been concerned about where your donation goes after you make a financial contribution? Before you give up on giving, there are ways to make it easier on non-profits, and yourself, when making your generous donations. A predominant number of non-profit organizations in the state of Arizona are very small in size. This means that in addition to having smaller budgets, they’re equally smaller in staff. While their budget and personnel position may not measure up to larger organizations, they’re just as dependent upon your contributions much like larger non-profits. Jeannie Gambill is President/CEO of Non Profit Virtual Bookkeeping Page 16 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine www.bookeepingfornonprofits.com

There are many things you can do to help make the accounting process easier regardless of the size of the charity. In exploring some of the ways to help streamline the handling of your contributions, foremost, giving begins with choosing a mission you support. There are ways to find a local non-profit organization that you would like to donate to. You can research through the IRS website (www.irs.gov) which enables you to search for non-profits by name, by state or even by category. You can also find this information on GuideStar, an organization that provides information about non-profits and helps you make decisions about giving. (www.guidestar.org). Once you have chosen where to give, deciding how you will make your contribution is the next important step. Cash donations are a common way to support the organization; checks are the preferred way for non-profits to receive a monetary donation from a contributor. Many times dealing with actual cash can become cumbersome for the staff. Also, to reduce errors in appropriation, coupled with risks of fraud, giving with a check can help avoid this altogether.

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Credit cards is another option for making donations. This can be done in person at the non-profit office, over the phone, or directly on the non-profit’s website. Checking the website is a great place to learn how the non-profit prefers the donation. Sometimes credit card fees can be high and add up substantially The 2015 AZcutting Nonprofit EXPO currently accepting submissions, into the isnet amount an organization will for an engaging Keynote speaker, workshop presenters, sponsors, receive upwards of 3 percent of the donation. performers, raffle and “Welcome Bag” inclusions. Send your letters of interest to: info@aznonprofitexpo.com.

You can also check with your employer – many times there are payroll deductions available to give to a charitable organization. Your contribution will come directly from your pay, and the employer will remit the donation to the non-profit. This is a great way to give throughout the year as well. If cash contributions are not ideal or accessible, in-kind donations or non-cash contributions can make a strong impact. These items of significance can include clothing, supplies, food and cars. If you are thinking of donating non-cash items, remember to factor in delivery of the items to the non-profit organization. There are occasions where traveling long distance to pick up donations can be difficult and your direct communication with the organization will make all of the difference in ways to ease delivery. Keep in mind that while many service organizations are grateful for your support, sometimes there may be items that aren’t needed and could be of better use somewhere else. If you are using the contribution as a tax deduction, remember to ask for a receipt when you donate. If you donate items to a bin or a drop-off location, sometimes there is no receipt available.

Tax deductions are usually very important to you as a donor. There are ways you can make the tracking process easy on the non-profit. If you are paying by check, make sure that the name and address on your check is accurate. Many times when a non-profit receives a check, a donor acknowledgement letters is generated based upon the name and address pre-printed on the check. If you have moved, or changed your name, but not your check, enclose a note with your donation with the correct information, or change it on the check. Unbeknownst to many, returned mail costs the non-profit double in postage, and also time spent in re-processing your letter. If you give cash or a credit card and require an acknowledgement, ask how you can make sure your address is included with your donation. A great way to receive your acknowledgement is also via email. Providing your email address not only saves the non-profit postage, but most times, you will receive your contribution receipt much quicker. You may also be added to an email list that will keep you up-to-date on what is going on with your favorite charity. Your individual donations are heavily relied upon to keep non-profits, both large and small, running efficiently. Many times part time staff or even volunteer help is utilized to process and acknowledge donations. Doing small things can really help make the process easier and less costly. This way the non-profit can spend more time and funds on the mission.v

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Honoree: Liz White The Tempe Chamber of Commerce has named Liz White of Arizona Public Service (APS) as the Volunteer of the Year. This honor is bestowed upon an individual who has gone above and beyond to support the Tempe Chamber, its programs, and the business community. White serves on the Tempe Chamber’s Board of Directors and worked to place two APS employees into the Women Business Mentoring Program.

From helping the homeless to cleaning the community, Kahlil Azim Muhammad, gratefully gives his time to Zuri’s Circle a non-profit organization providing family services. “By helping this nonprofit, it has given me a different perspective on life and it encourages me to do more - not just for my self, but for others as well,” said Muhammad. The 501(c)3 offers opportunities to those who lack resources or money to attend camps, self-betterment programs, summer school and much more. For more information, to volunteer or to donate, visit www.zuriscircle.org.

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making the connection By Frank Crump and Rod Ambrose (UPI Education) Story Editor: Tamicia Currie

Where do you find the Disconnected Youth? We can reach our disconnected, also known as, ‘Opportunity Youth” in correctional institutions like Adobe Mountain and Durango Juvenile Detention center. They are in homeless shelters and foster homes. Disconnected teens hang out at park sites, after hours. Juvenile Probation Officers have many disconnected youth on their caseloads. Once the disconnected teens are identified, we cannot immediately push these young people towards what is regarded as a failed educational system. Disconnected Youth immediately need direct access to effective community-support and life-skills training. They need a loving anchor parent and adult mentors. They need first time job opportunities, which to them in many cases is more important than the idea of going to college.

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(Arizona) educational system – a system that has been ranked as one of the worst performing and poorly funded in the country.

According to The State of Black Arizona’s recent Data Report (Spring 2016) “Arizona is in the bottom 5 percent of state funding for education with an annual per pupil funding of $7,205 in comparison with the national average per pupil rate of $10,700. Additionally, over the past few years, there has been

$727 million dollars cut from K-12 education.” The report also revealed that more than $460 million in funding has been cut over the last seven years.

Arizonans must unite and turn the tide. With the recent passage of Prop. 123, Arizona schools are poised to receive $224 million - a year’s worth of payments - in June. This can be viewed as a step in the right direction. From where we stand as a state, we can only go up. v

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I chose my platform because I am a survivor of Domestic Violence and Abuse and I want to be the voice for other young women, who may not have the courage and strength that I did to leave my abuser and move forward with my life in bettering myself and being a role model to others.

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Alexandrea Portela Miss Town of Marana

At twenty-two years of age, Alexandrea Portela already knows what it’s

like to suffer through domestic-violence. Making it her mission to help others, she began competing in pageants to use her platform to spread the word about her cause. “My platform is something that is very near and dear to my heart and I want to bring awareness and prevention to it”, Portela stated.

Currently majoring in Elementary Education, Portela began competing as a little girl at the tender age of three years old. Last July, Portela made the decision to stop participating in pageants but the value of what has been instilled is signifigant. “I have learned that I have so much more confidence than I thought I did,” she acknowledged. Nearly twenty-five percent of women and eight percent of men suffer domestic violence. Portela’s platform, Hope After Hurt: Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention gives her an opportunity to speak up for victims. “I want to be the voice for other young women, who may not have the courage and strength that I did to leave my abuser and move forward with my life in bettering myself while being a role model to others,” she emphasized.

Portela is currently working with Pima Community College on a number of projects that she hopes will spring forth during the next school year. She also works with young adults through TnA Boxing and Fitness as a mentor. When asked what she believes is most important for young women to learn in today’s society, she stated, “The most important things that I’d like to share with young women are to ALWAYS love and stay true to yourself,” she said. “Never allow anyone to dictate who you are and where you are going with your life. And that, we as women, are all beautiful but the most important beauty is from within and how you carry yourself,” she concluded. v

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