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The West has now given over $2 MILLION (since 1981)to charities in Tucson that benefit Women and Children. The West has granted to over 50 agencies.
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2011-2012 Grants (presented April 20, 2011)
ARIZONA BLIND AND DEAF CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION Founded in 2002, the Foundation supports the Arizona School for the Deaf and the Blind. In addition, the Foundation has expanded to include services to all blind and/or deaf children and youth, as well as their families, educators and communities. Grant leveraging funds to establish a series of fitness activity programs, including outdoor education.
ARIZONA CHILDREN ASSOCIATION / LAS FAMILIAS Founded in 1912, Arizona's Children focuses on child abuse and neglect prevention, as well as serious behavior problems and dysfunction. In 1983 Las Familias began providing services to those affected by childhood sexual abuse. Grant lfor purchase of Smart Board for use during staff training, meetings and presentations.
DESERT SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH / ISKASHITAA REFUGEE HARVESTING NETWORK Since 2003 this organization has empowered refugees to use their skills and knowledge to help their families integrate into our community. The network harvests and distributes thousands of pounds of produce and provides value-added food workshops. The network provides opportunities to participate in sewing and crafts, English classes, and receive legal advocacy. Grant lfor sewing machine repair and storage costs for the refugees.
Founded in 1982 with a goal of providing affordable housing and support services to very low income and/or disabled elderly adults. Grant to enhance residents' emergency response system and purchase two in-wall gas furnaces and materials for roof coating.
Formed in 1970 as a special project of the Pima County Medical Auxiliary. Mobile Meals' mission is to preserve the health, dignity and independence of homebound adults by delivering special diet meals. Grant to help cover the cost of meals.
PARENT AID CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION CENTER Since 1990 the agency has strengthened families and prevented child abuse. The Parent Aid model is nationally-recognized by the Department of Health and Human Services. Grant to provide workshop curriculum and materials, family workbooks, therapeutic educational toys, books and games.
Established in 1935, the Sahuaro Council has provided the Girl Scout experience in Southern Arizona for over 75 years. Grant to support Adelante Jovencitas (for girls in juvenile detention or who are on the brink of incarceration) and a troop at Casa de los Niņos.
THE SYMPHONY WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION Organized in 1952, TWSA provides free music education to under-served children by providing free weekly music lessons and related activities during the after-school hours. Grant for purchase of two keyboards for the piano lab, replacing two older keyboards which will be loaned to students.
Started by five people dedicated to the idea that anyone with a disability can be taught to train their dog as a service dog. The first class of eleven students began their training in 1988. Grant to support The West Scholarship Fund, established last year, to help students attend training without financial hardship. |
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