Community Outreach

Beat the Heat with Free Ice Cream

Cool down with some free ice cream thanks to Wells Enterprises, the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States, as they...

The Benefits of Volunteering for Families, Children, and Communities

April is National Volunteer month and if you are looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend quality time with your family, volunteering...

Four Scouts Awarded Scouts of the Year

The Grand Canyon Council (GCC), an independent non-profit organization chartered by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) in Arizona, is honoring four Scouts who...

Pregnancy and Early Childhood Developmental Support Programs

Whether a family is expecting their first or fourth child, the experience of bringing new life into this world can be a combination of...

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month at The Children’s Museum of Phoenix

The Children’s Museum of Phoenix and Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation (DDAZF) have partnered to bring oral health programming to the Museum for the...

Donate to Toy Drive for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

With Thanksgiving around the corner, you can get into the giving spirit by donating to a holiday toy drive helping local grandparents in need. The...

Fashion Week 4 Kids Event

Fashion Week 4 Kids (FW4K) is partnering with The Johnjay & Rich #LoveUp Foundation, and Arizona’s Department of Child Safety for its seventh annual...

Bike and Road Safety Tips for Kids

By John Hogen, Vice President of the Rob Dollar Foundation With temperatures cooling down and the fall season in full force, it is a popular...

Tucson Organization Helping to Keep Streets Safe for Children and Families

Living Streets Alliance, a non-profit Tucson organization advocating for equitable transportation systems and vibrant placemaking, has been working for 11 years to prioritize people’s...

Southwest Human Development : Disability Resources

Being a parent is hard. Navigating questionable online advice and shuttling your kids from appointment to appointment...

Free Dental Services for Families

  Risas Dental and Braces will be providing FREE dental services on Labor Day, September 5th, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. No previous registration...

Keep kids learning at home this summer

Summer break is a great time for families to relax, have fun, and keep those school-year stresses at bay. However,

Gila River Resorts & Casinos Donate to Nonprofits for Children

Every year, Gila River Resorts & Casinos select four nonprofits to be the beneficiary of the Everi Cares Kiosk donation program, which is a...

Chandler Girl Scout Helps Youth Discover Skating

When 15-year-old Chandler resident Maria Gonzalez isn’t on the ice practicing for her next figure skating competition

Thrive to 5 Playfest: An Outdoor Family Fun Event

You and your family are invited to a day of outdoor family fun at Southwest Human Development, Arizona’s inaugural Thrive to 5 Playfest. The event will take...

Toy Drive Benefitting the Banner Cardon Pediatric ICU

The Armer Foundation, a local non-profit aiming to help families who have children with extreme medical needs, is hosting their 3rd Annual Holiday Toy...

PARTY ARTICLES

Time to Paw-ty

Celebrating your favorite furry friend Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...

Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party

My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st. Fast forward 31 years...

Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas

Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store. With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends. Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...

Hiking birthday party

For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
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Bike race birthday party

When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.

Island birthday party

Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.

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