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** Nearly 600 supporters come together to support Mighty Change
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Last week, a vibrant gathering of Valley of the Sun United Way supporters and partners celebrated the remarkable progress made in our community over the past year at the 2025 We Are United Breakfast. The morning buzzed with excitement as we united to recognize our collective impact on the lives of children, families and individuals across Maricopa County.
Guests enthusiastically penned words of encouragement for local students and learned firsthand from Principal Orozco about the inspiring work of the Literacy Hub at Lattie Coor School ([link removed]) . There was so much to celebrate, but our ambitious MC2026 plan for Mighty Change reminded us of the transformative work still ahead to reach our community's goals.
United, we are the driving force for Mighty Change in our community. No single organization can achieve this alone, but by joining forces, we unleash the power to make a profound and lasting difference.
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** FRONTDOORS SPRING 2025
A Force for Good
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Jenny Holsman Tetreault, vice president and associate general counsel at TPI Composites, takes great pride in her extensive involvement with Valley of the Sun United Way.
She began as a young professional volunteer group leader and has since taken on increasingly significant roles, leading campaigns, serving on distribution panels, co-chairing the steering committee, and even serving as board chair. Currently, she co-leads the organization's endowment campaign.
In recognition of her leadership, Valley of the Sun United Way nominated Tetreault for the prestigious Women United Global Leadership Council (WUGLC). This international group of experts helps identify strategic priorities for the Women United organization.
Tetreault has served on the WUGLC for seven years, including two years as co-chair. She will assume the role of chair from 2025 to 2027, further demonstrating her dedication to the organization.
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Next Doors: The Future of Philanthropy
Valley of the Sun United Way has established the Pathway to Impact Circle, which offers volunteers and donors interactive and engaging opportunities to deepen their community involvement.
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Charity Spotlight: Blazing New Trails
Atabey Outdoors, a grassroots partner of Valley of the Sun United Way, is dedicated to providing safe and enjoyable outdoor programs for girls aged 8-12. The organization's unique approach combines outdoor adventures with enrichment activities that promote social, emotional, physical and mental growth.
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Office Doors: A Day with Todd Sanders
Todd Sanders, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce and a Valley of the Sun United Way board member, shares why organizations like Valley of the Sun United Way are important to him and directly related to the chamber's workforce initiatives.
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A 2nd Act: Sharing the Secrets of Life
The band feeney/winthrop has endured over time due to three key factors: their long standing friendship, a shared passion for music and the ability to channel that passion into a force for positive change. "We're good friends who like to create music," explained Matt Feeney, a member of the Valley of the Sun United Way Board of Directors.
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Bookmarked: Dawn Gerundo
Dawn Gerundo, the community development and engagement director for education at Valley of the Sun United Way, recently revisited one of her favorite children's books, The Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle.
As she read the book, Gerundo remarked on the seamless integration of skill-building elements throughout the story. This experience reminded her of the profound magic of reading and its vital role in learning, development and unlocking endless possibilities for the children in our community.
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** How You Can Get Involved
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Volunteer in Your Community
Volunteering with us is easy. Our year-round opportunities allow you to be part of the solution whenever you're able.
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Empower High School Seniors Today
Currently, only 28.1% of the state's public high school seniors have completed the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). We must take action to uplift and empower these students, ensuring they receive the financial support they need to continue their education beyond high school. By working together to encourage and assist Arizona seniors in completing the FAFSA, we can open the door to life-changing opportunities.
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Learn About Our Advocacy Efforts
Valley of the Sun United Way's MC2026 Policy Agenda ([link removed]) fulfills our obligation to assist policymakers in crafting the most effective governmental policies. The agenda also addresses crucial policies that strengthen communities as a whole.
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