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4 Moma’s House 6 The Sisterhood of Super Women 10 Straight-talk: Former NBA Player Joe Courtney 12 The 100 Club of Arizona 13 Super Bowl 2015: Helping Non-profits in the Valley 16 Marketing: 8 Tips for Non-Profit Organizations 20 Tucson: Gap Ministries Making a Difference 22 Directory Listings

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A safe bed and a safe house is something many of us can easily take for granted. For victims of sex-trafficking and domestic violence, a place of refuge could mean the difference between life and death. Moma’s House opened its doors in 2009 to help women recover from abuse. The organization’s founder, Maraion Douglas, knows the pain women face and how domestic relationships saturated with violence can be difficult to leave without support. Pulling from the empathy gained from personal experience, Douglas left a high-paying career in corporate America to pursue her vision. After 30 years of service in the for-profit sector, she set out to build a safe haven for women - a plan entangled with a series of setbacks. “A fire was set to the home and it seemed like every time I made progress, something came up to try to prevent it,” said Douglas.

It has been 14 years since Douglas started Moma’s House. Since then, the organization has evolved and received numerous awards. The women also participate in community outreach and have the opportunity to grow. “Our story can be the difference in someone’s life. Even putting down a cup of coffee one day out of the week can provide much needed help for victims of abuse,” Douglas asserts. Upon the wall of every bedroom, is a different story of a woman who beat the odds. As you closely read each account, the services that Moma’s House provides becomes increasingly valuable. “I saw a beautiful place for women to come and heal,” Douglas reflected. “It’s important for women to know that real men build up and don’t tear down,” she concludes. For more information on how you can help Moma’s House and victims of domestic violence, visit www. momashouse.org for more information. v Advertisement

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Catherine Anaya “A super woman is a woman who is the sum of many

brilliant parts. She might be the mom who also works in or out of the home, juggles the family schedule, and still makes time to stay involved in her community. She is a woman who inspires and empowers other women - understanding that when one woman succeeds – we all succeed. A super woman understands that it’s equally important to take care of herself as it is her loved ones. At the end of the day, a super woman doesn’t beat herself up for what she didn’t accomplish that day, but instead toots her horn for all of the things she did accomplish.” Catherine Anayais diluted

BY STAFF WRITER TAMICIA CURRIE CBS 5’s Catherine Anaya, is reaching out to non-profits through ‘The Sisterhood of Super Women’ - a community group dedicated to helping charitable organizations in need.

On a Sunday afternoon, behind the walls of the beautifully renovated Desert Song Healing Arts Center in Central Phoenix, is a group of women from all walks of life and every imaginable profession. They are super women -- who by CBS 5’s Super Anchor, Catherine Anaya’s definition, are “the sum of many brilliant parts” that contribute to the wellbeing of their homes as well as our society. Anaya started The Sisterhood of Super Women to support local charities - an effort that gathers dozens of leading ladies every month Page 6 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine

to help others in the community while giving women a place to refresh. “I was stretched thin and over-scheduled and feeling like I still wasn’t doing enough,” Anaya confessed. “I gave a motivational speech to a group of very smart women at Intel and was amazed by the feedback I received when I shared some of my inner struggles with feeling like I was never doing enough – and yet feeling like I needed to do more.” Anaya knows firsthand about the difficulties and inner anguish that women can face; she makes it clear

by being transparent. Candidly recounting, Anaya talked about the time she hit rock bottom after receiving notice that her contract would not be renewed when she was five months pregnant with her second child. As the breadwinner of her family, the pressure of considering how to provide began to mount. Tapping into her inner strength, Anaya’s close circle of support became her saving grace in stormy times - the kind of help that she now provides to others in their time of need.

people are facing. “We learn about real heartache like losing all three of your children at once. Our women then take that knowledge back into their “Every seemingly bad thing has own respective circles and always turned out to be an even communities and usually it’ll better situation. It’s what brought spur volunteer opportunities, me back to Phoenix and to some of deep friendships and lasting the most meaningful milestones of connections,” Anaya shared. my personal and professional life,” Anaya reaffirmed.

While many of the difficulties Anaya faced contributed to her willingness to pay it forward, it was her mother whom she credited for helping her adopt solid principles about giving back to the community. “My mother has always been a giver,” said Anaya. “I watched her struggle as a single mother trying to raise two daughters and while we didn’t have much, we had what we needed,” she expressed.

In working with so many diverse organizations, Anaya has discovered that many of the people who get involved, do so, from a personal connection to the cause. “I’m amazed at the time and energy the folks behind these great groups and organizations spend to help others. They are ordinary people doing extraordinary things. I’m always inspired,” Anaya exclaimed.

Whether it is helping someone get back on their feet or repairing a broken van for Helping people in need is the a paraplegic, Anaya enjoys fundamental mission of Anaya’s making a difference in the lives organization. Their focus is of others. “It takes a village,” acting as a support system proclaimed Anaya. “One small for local charities doing great gesture can go a long way and things in the valley. “Whether I’ve seen the domino effect it it’s $100 or $500 – we feel good can create,” she stated. knowing that not only are we empowering each other – but Anaya finds meaning and value we’re empowering the good in her work with The Sisterhood work in our community and of Super Women; the platform we’re educating ourselves about enables her to fulfill her groups and organizations we philanthropic passion. “It makes may not have known existed.” me so happy to see women reaching out to each other,” said In addition to the monthly Anaya. “We tend to think we luncheons that support lesser don’t do enough by ourselves. known non-profits, the time Yet, it’s amazing what we can spent also enables women do together," she concludes.v to talk about real issues that

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The Phoenix Rescue Mission’s vision is a community mobilized to end hunger and homelessness.

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PHOENIX RESCUE MISSION Target Market: The estimated 14,000 men, women and children in Maricopa County who experience temporary or long-term homelessness each year. Annual Reach: Last year, The Phoenix Rescue Mission, served 375,000 hot meals, provided almost 71,000 bed nights of shelter and distributed 350,000 bottles of water as well as other emergency supplies to homeless people living on the street through their Code Red summer heat relief program. Available Services: The Phoenix Rescue Mission provides emergency services such as meals, clothing and emergency shelter. They also provide outreach services to the homeless and to very low income, at-risk populations such as elderly shut-ins and families with young children. Additionally, they provide long-term (12 month) residential recovery programs for men, women and women with children. The purpose is to provide life-transforming solutions for those struggling with substance abuse and other life-controlling behaviors.

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The facts: The agency’s mission is to prevent and reduce infection, improve the quality of life for those impacted by the disease, and contribute to worldwide research. Founded: 1990

· Donate – The Phoenix Rescue Mission is almost entirely funded with private contributions, and does not rely on government funding. There is no charge to participants or clients for utilizing their services.

History: Nearly 25 years ago, Kirk Baxter, and a group of community leaders, started a grassroots organization, Body Positive, Inc., to address the AIDS epidemic.

· Volunteer – The Phoenix Rescue Mission engages more than 6,000 volunteers each year through a wide array of opportunities. Services include serving meals, assisting in childcare, street outreach with the homeless through their Hope Coach, professional medical care and dental services. Contact Volunteer Services at (602) 346-3363 for more information.

Body Positive, Inc., provided a safe-haven for those impacted by HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) within the first stage of the disease. These leaders were also determined through clinical research, to understand how HIV quickly and aggressively attacked a person’s immune system.

· Collect and Donate In-Kind Supplies – The Phoenix Rescue Mission collects and distributes approximately $4 million in supplies each year. Distribution includes bottled water, bulk food, clothing, personal hygiene kits, socks, shoes, diapers and a wide array of other items utilized in their programs.

Body Positive, Inc., later became Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS and continues to focus on prevention, education, nutrition, wellness, counseling, and research. v Page 9 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine

Joe Courtney

Special Feature: Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Perspectives BY STAFF WRITER TAMICIA CURRIE

In exploring the importance of including men in social services, former Phoenix Suns player, Joe Courtney, gave us an inside perspective of his life growing up and why he believes mentoring is so important. Here is what the best-selling author shared with Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: What do you think is one of the biggest misconceptions about men and their emotions? Joe Courtney: I think that society has formed a mass image that men are not supposed to have emotions and because of this, most men take ownership of this concept. This is not good because men do not have the outlet they need and they keep things bottled up which eventually has negative effects and frustrations which can bleed over and sometimes create depression or a false self-image. Controlled emotion can be powerful especially when communicating to loved ones. My father never expressed any emotion except the negative kind. As a result, we were never close. He owned the concept

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that men are not supposed to express those type of emotions. Due to my experiences (with my father) I make sure that my son understands that being a man has to do with so much more than showing emotions but showing that you care is okay. I tell him I love him daily - since the day he was born. As a result, he actually beats me to it now and it really makes my day to hear that!

“I believe that showing a young boy how to be resourceful is a huge benefit.” Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Name one thing that parents can do in adolescence as it pertains to young boys in helping them transition into manhood? Joe Courtney: I believe that showing a young boy how to be resourceful is a huge benefit. This will result in a young man being more independent and taking responsibility for his actions because he will be used to his actions being connected to a result. It will give him a healthier mental attitude and confidence to achieve. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Do you think as a community, we have done enough to reach young boys and men? Joe Courtney: Though there is a lot of effort being made, there is still room for improvement.

Joe Courtney: My mother was the main support in my life and I drew positivity from different family members such as my cousins to replace the void. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Did you have any mentors? Joe Courtney: As I got older I had different individuals who noticed I was trying to make more out of my life and took me under their wing to keep me on the right track. These were owners of companies or employees in middle-management positions that I worked for during the summer. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Why did you decide to write a book? Joe Courtney: In my journey to success to pro-sports and then in the business world, there are certain things that became apparent that helped me become successful. After the economy crashed in 2007, our family, as well a lot of others in the world, were faced with having to start over. In that process, I had to dig deeper than I had ever gone and get in touch with my core principles that helped me achieve in the first place. However, this time it was different. Not only did I experience the financial setback but also the psychological experience that came with such a traumatic event. As I looked around, everybody I knew was going through the same thing. (Continued on Page 18)

Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: What can we do better? Joe Courtney: We should have more programs where adults mentor young boys. As they progress in life into their teenage years, they should start mentoring young boys just as they were mentored. This will start closing the gap where a lot of young boys and young men get lost and take the wrong direction in life. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Fill in the blank: “If we don’t reach out to men, _______________.” Joe Courtney: ...the communication gap will widen and it will weaken the family structure, which will weaken community and beyond. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Tell me what life was like for you growing up - in terms of when you noticed a major shifting from childhood to life as an adult. Joe Courtney: I grew up down South and was a single child until I was 11 years old. When my brother was born, I was very excited and started becoming more responsible. This is when I noticed a change. I helped my mother and father with my brother and took care of him when they were not around; I also took care of him sometimes when they were around. In addition to going to school, I was responsible for multiple chores including cutting the grass and cleaning the house. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Was it easy? Joe Courtney: It was tough at times because I didn’t have a close relationship with my father so there were a lot of things that I kept inside. I was unsure and didn’t learn some things that I should have until later in life. Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Who helped you?

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By STAFF WRITER TAMICIA CURRIE When you meet Sharon Knutson-Felix, you quickly discover her devotion to serving the community. After all, being a preacher’s daughter, you completely understand her dedication to helping people make it through when times are hard. What you do not know from the surface, is that KnutsonFelix is also a woman who has had her own share of

hardships - that many others may have found impossible to bear because of the intensity of their grief. Sharon Knutson-Felix’s experiences with tragedy began when she lost her eldest son at the tender age of six years old. The pain would follow a fierce blow, over a decade later, when her then husband, Officer Doug Knutson, was killed in the

line of duty. With her world suddenly turned upside down, Knutson-Felix never imagined that her life’s journey would lead her to serve in the capacity of Executive Director at the 100 Club of Arizona. Yet, ironically, it was the same organization that came to her door offering financial and emotional support after a

motorist fatally struck Officer Knutson on the highway. “They didn’t know me; I was a complete stranger to them,” said Knutson-Felix, speaking of the 100 Club of Arizona’s support. “They knocked on my door before 24 hours of Doug’s passing and handed a check to me.” The 100 Club of Arizona is dedicated to providing help to families of fallen police officers and firefighters. The organization has been in existence since 1968 and has served over 50,000 public safety officials. Three months after the horrific attacks at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2011, Knutson-Felix, was asked to join the organization as word spread about her ability to successfully assist individuals affected by the catastrophic events. Having no previous experience working in the non-profit sector, Knutson-Felix’s business ingenuity played a vital role in expanding the organization’s outreach efforts. As a result, the 100 Club of Arizona’s charitable work has advanced to include the provision of: •Scholarships for continuing education to children and spouses of Arizona public safety officers and firefighters. •Safety Enhancement Stipends to public safety agencies for equipment or training to enhance the safety of officers and firefighters. •Special Needs Assistance for officers or firefighters and their families. •Assistance when an officer or firefighter is affected by a terminal illness, loss of a spouse, child or any life-altering event.

• Support, training, resources, referrals and service addressing mental health and wellness challenges in the public safety profession. Holding true to their mission, the 100 Club of Arizona is more than an organization; it is like an extended family to so many. “Relationships are everything,” said Knutson-Felix. “The most important thing for us is to stop and listen to our survivor families,” she expressed. Knutson-Felix’s work is not for the faint of heart; her tenacity, endurance and strength in times of despair is what makes her contribution so invaluable. “If I can make it, you can make it and that’s probably the biggest thing that I can offer to other people,” she encouraged. For more information or to learn how you can help support the 100 Club of Arizona, visit www.100club.org.v

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Non-profit organizations may see a significant increase in donations as a result of the Super Bowl being held in the valley February 1, 2015. According to the Super Bowl Host Committee, “a number of charitable initiatives and community outreach events to engage and enrich our local communities” will take place. Arizona charitable organizations whose missions incorporate education, health & wellness, community enhancement or environmental improvement, can submit letters of interest beginning October 2014. The Arizona Community Foundation is the charitable partner of The Super Bowl Host Committee and will oversee distribution of $2 million dollars in funding to Arizona’s non-profits. “Giving back to the local nonprofit community is a tremendous opportunity that will allow us to leave Arizona in a better place as a result of Super Bowl XLIX. We appreciate the local business leaders and corporations support to make this investment possible and look forward to the many legacy projects that will be funded leading up to the big game,” said David Rousseau, Chairman of The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee. Grant applications can be submitted online at www.azfoundation.org. v

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ROBERT TATE FOUNDATION Championing for Children with Dyslexia

BY STAFF WRITER TAMICIA CURRIE

According to the Arizona Literacy & Learning Center, parents should seek a qualified diagnostician when symptoms that are unexpected for the individual’s age, educational level, or cognitive abilities begin to surface. Some of the common signs include but are not limited to:

obert Tate came to Arizona from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in 2004 to show off his athletic prowess as a defensive back for the Arizona Cardinals. The nine season NFL veteran finished his football career but now he is kicking-off his campaign to champion for children with dyslexia. Tate, who unashamedly shares his story about his personal struggles with the learning disability, was able to use his stumbling block as a stepping-stone to conquer his condition. “Playing football actually helped me. It was an outlet that stopped me from being shy and running away,” said Tate. Tate is referring to two common symptoms from individuals plagued with dyslexia but it isn’t just a moment of shyness that parents should be aware of.

While the classifying characteristics are extensive, according to The Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity, over 20 percent of the population is dyslexic, yet remains undiagnosed. One valley organization who specializes in assisting children with dyslexia and other cognitive disorders, shares Tate’s passion for helping children break through the barriers by incorporating dance as a method. “Using multiple • delayed or difficulty talking functions of the brain simultaneously • difficulty pronouncing words helps your brain remain active and alert, • memory recall issues • unable to follow multi-step which can help others cope with learning disorders,” said Mary Lane Porter, directions or routines • difficulty rhyming, learning the Founder of Dancers & Health Together. Research shows that dyslexia is often alphabet, and numbers • difficulty planning, organizing or difficult to diagnose unless the problem is severe. Early detection offers a better managing time opportunity for effective treatment and • reading below grade level intervention.

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The need for advocacy is important and Tate devotes his time spreading awareness about his cause. This year’s annual celebration to support the athlete’s mission was held at The Crown Plaza Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. Former Phoenix Suns player Joe Courtney, delivered a call-to-action keynote compelling guests to embrace their ability to help others succeed. The night’s event was well attended with a common purpose in mind: “To Help Kids Achieve Their Goals” – a motto that is the driving force of The Robert Tate Foundation. “In the end, I want children to count on themselves and believe they can accomplish anything,” Tate proclaimed. “Regardless of what you do in life, never let anyone stand in your way,” he concludes.v

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t was bright eyes and bushy tails literally at the Arizona Biltmore where hundreds gathered in support of Gabriel’s Angels’ “Unleash the Love End the Abuse” fundraising breakfast. The newly launched initiative is the organization’s “commitment to ending the cycle of violence among children in our community through the love of a therapy dog.” The valley non-profit opened its doors in 2000, and currently serves over 13,000 children each year in Phoenix as well as Southern Arizona. In addition to helping the Crisis Nursery Center, Gabriel’s Angels works with more than 70 local agencies in the state of Arizona.

BY STAFF WRITER TAMICIA CURRIE

Gabriel’s Angels’ goal is to provide at-risk children with an “emotional sense of well-being, safety and happiness” using pet therapy as a source of healing. To date, their mission has been successfully funded and the organization is currently expanding into a new facility. While many non-profits struggle to reach this milestone, the organization’s founder, Pam Gaber, is on a journey to ensure that they reach their highest potential – an effort that provides hope to at-risk children in times of struggle. While it is clear that dogs can never replace the love a parent can provide, one can not underestimate the impact a loving animal can have when the parent-child relationship has been tragically compromised. “You truly don’t understand the magnitude of the animal’s influence until you hear the founder of Gabriel’s Angels talk about how the organization came into existence,” said one donor who asked to remain anonymous. After listening to Gaber shed light on the organization’s history, you soon come to realize that Gabriel was a loving German hunting dog that became the centerpiece of adoration for so many children until his life’s journey came to an end. Although it has been four years since Gabriel passed, his ability to transform children continues to carry on through the pets, volunteers, therapy teams and supporters dedicated to making a difference. While the attendees wiped the tears from their eyes, they simultaneously reached into their pockets to help Gabriel’s legacy– a legacy that will continue working to resolve adolescent abuse, childhood neglect and violence against Arizona’s most vulnerable residents. v

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Joe Courtney: It became a level playing field. This was the birth of living life above the rim. As I started the process of my comeback, I began documenting the key principles that assisted me. I also noticed that these principles can help anyone when applied - so that they can live life above the rim.

One night out. Many lives changed.

I started mentoring and coaching the process and positive results began to stack up. I decided to compile the process and began to write my book. Approximately nine months later, it was completed and a best-seller! Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Do you think it’s important for men to share their story? Joe Courtney: It is very important for men to share their story because most men, don’t think their knowledge has value to anyone else. In reality, each person has a story that can inspire others while organically connecting with their message.

5:30 PM

Enjoy a spectacular night of food, unique music and dancing while transforming lives through quality education. The annual Cena y Serenata offers a fun evening while benefiting A Stepping Stone Foundation, which provides a free preschool program for children at risk of school failure due to literacy issues.

Cena y Serenata

March 28, 2015 Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes Benefiting A Stepping Stone Foundation For more information and to secure your tickets, visit ASteppingStone.org or call 602.843.8281.

Arizona Nonprofit Magazine: Name one thing you would impress upon men/young boys to know, realize or achieve? Joe Courtney: Focus on the triple threat which is Mind, Body and Spirit. MIND: Focus on empowering and expanding your mind through reading, and visualizing what it is you want to achieve in life. BODY: Exercise regularly and understand the outcome; having an unhealthy lifestyle can hinder your process. SPIRIT: Identify and connect with your passion; make sure you always keep a balance in your life as it will be an outlet for stress. Add prayer and compete against yourself and not others. This will allow you to be the best you can be and harness the internal power of your spirit. v

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Volunteer Spotlight

Non-profit: Feeding Cards

Feeding Cards provides hope for children in South Africa. With each purchase of a Feeding Card Greeting Card, 10 children receive a warm meal & support. For more information, visit: www.feedingcards.com

Who:

Arizona Resident, Donna Alvarado for Operation Christmas Child, Founded in 1993 Donna Alvarado, former officer with the Los Angeles Police Department, wasted no time getting involved with Operation Christmas Child after learning about the non-profit in 2012. Finishing a 13 year career in law enforcement, Donna utilized her people skills and love for community relations to benefit the charitable organization. “As a volunteer, I don’t receive anything back for being a part of this adventure except the greatest reward possible: to see a child smile and laugh and know they are loved,” said Alvarado. “I get the blessing money can’t buy,” she concludes.v

A CLOSER LOOK

Marketplace STEP, Intermediary Sustainable Housing for at-risk foster teens/young adults in Southern Arizona, is a new program GAP Ministries is launching in 2014 to help young men and women successfully transition into adult-

hood. “We want to help them “step” into their destiny with the support and encouragement of a team of mentors,” said Tianne Kennedy, Public Relations Director. STEP participants live in their own apartments, and are coached to step into the right decisions that will take them where they desire to go in life. It is a multi-year program for 18-25 year olds who already have strong independent living skills, but need that last little boost to adulthood. The STEP Program Manager maintains contact with the youth and offers emotional support, as well as problem solving and supervision.

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Classifieds Kelly Kucera Independent Designer for Origami Owl, can help you create jewelry to support your favorite cause or charity. You can also set up amazing fundraising opportunities to raise $$$ for your organization! E-mail: FamilyLockets@Mail.com The first participants in STEP currently live in SPLASH Houses - residential family-style group homes. GAP Ministries is the largest provider in Southern Arizona of group foster homes through 14 houses, each with live-in house parent couples. GAP Ministries, cares for over 300 children and teens annually, with about a third being sibling groups. Due to the fact that each house can care for up to 10 children, the organization is able to keep brothers and sisters together. “The establishment of a healthy family model serves in restoring the value of family and appropriate interaction between children and family members,” Kennedy advised. GAP is one of only a handful of non-profits in Tucson that qualifies for the Arizona Foster Care Tax Credit. In addition to foster children, GAP Ministries serves the community in other areas. “Through our BOOST Community Resources 25,000 square foot warehouse, GAP shared over 1.4 million pounds of food, and $1 million dollars worth of household needs to partnering non-profits serving the needy in 2013,” Kennedy explained. The Arizona Diamondbacks $100,000 Grand Slam award enabled GAP to add the ROOT 52 Community Kitchen, Diner & Food Truck, allowing the non-profit to reclaim highly perishable food that would otherwise go to waste, while reclaiming lives through culinary arts training and certification. “We partner with businesses, churches, government and civic groups, and hundreds of local volunteers to serve our community through outreach events. GAP invites the community to come stand in the gap with us for our community,” she concludes.v Page 20 | Arizona Nonprofit Magazine

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