Celebrate 500: A Milestone Worth Celebrating

In December 2025, we witnessed our 500th single mom as she attained her college degree!

And on April 9, 2026, our guests at Celebrate 500 heard her speak about the impact her college degree will make on her family’s future.

Our Keynote Speaker, Brandon Corley (Campus President, AZ College of Nursing) shared how “meaningful change requires a collective effort;” a perfect segway as we recognized some of the earliest organizations who continue to help us grow. Each reflected not on themselves, but the powerful impact made by these women.

Thank you, Valley of the Sun United Way, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation, Arizona Community Foundation, 12News, the Ibis Foundation and our longtime champion, Eddie Johnson.

This special event was a heartwarming reminder of what’s possible.