Az Business Angels, featured each year in the November issue of Az Business magazine, is an editorial awards program honoring Arizona’s nonprofit community and the business leaders who champion them. These annual recognitions highlight nonprofits, individual leaders and organizations making significant local impact through philanthropy and community engagement. Following an open nomination period in which the public submits nominees, the Az Business magazine editorial board analyzes the nomination forms and determines the individuals and organizations that are honored. By spotlighting those who support essential causes — from education and healthcare to environmental sustainability — Az Business Angels underscores the powerful synergy between business and nonprofit sectors in building a stronger, more resilient Arizona. Here are the Business Angels who were part of the Collaborations of the Year:
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Child Crisis Arizona, SRP and State Farm
To prevent childhood drowning, Child Crisis Arizona partners with SRP, State Farm and local groups to offer free pool fences through its Pool Fence Safety Program. Now in its fourth year, the initiative equips vulnerable families with life-saving protection. This year, 17 Valley households — many with young children or special needs — received fences, reinforcing the program’s mission to build multiple layers of defense and promote water safety.
Achieve and Tempe Community Action Agency
Achieve’s annual H2O for Humanity water drive, in partnership with Tempe Community Action Agency, reflects its core value of care. In 2024, employees donated 866 cases of water — far surpassing the 500-case goal — to help hydrate Arizona’s most vulnerable residents. This spirited, company-wide initiative supports TCAA’s outreach programs and showcases Achieve’s commitment to compassion, collaboration and creating meaningful impact across the communities it serves.
Arizona Humane Society and Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing
The Arizona Humane Society and Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing have partnered for nearly a decade to protect vulnerable pets. In 2024, Day & Night donated a new $18,000 A/C unit — bringing total support to nearly $200,000. This vital partnership helps keep animals safe and cool during Arizona’s harshest months, supporting AHS’ trauma hospital, intensive care units, public clinics, adoption areas and more.
Delta Dental of Arizona and Children’s Museum of Phoenix
For 17 years, Delta Dental of Arizona and the Children’s Museum of Phoenix have teamed up each February for Children’s Dental Health Month. The collaboration features fun, interactive activities and educational programming on oral health — free with paid admission and features everything from magic shows and giant tooth brushing to “Toothsaver” crafts and Smile Bag giveaways.
Girl Scouts and the State Forty Eight Foundation
The Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council and State Forty Eight Foundation teamed up to host the “Bring Home the Cookies” 5K, celebrating young entrepreneurs during cookie season. Held at Westgate, the fun run/walk welcomed all ages and raised funds for both nonprofits. Born from a shared passion for community impact, this collaboration inspires the next generation of Arizona leaders in business, health and giving back.
