Community Cares: Pawsitive Peers
With the new school year approaching, Mesa Public Schools is asking for donations to continue offering the Pawsitive Peers program. It places shelter dogs in the classroom, offering students comfort - and maybe a sloppy wet dog kiss. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Community Cares: Bidders for Critters Auction at the Phoenix Zoo
The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest nonprofit zoos in the country, relying largely on donations to care for its animals. The Bidders for Critters Auction is an opportunity for the community to help out, give back, and get behind the scenes. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Arizona son donates hair to his cancer-stricken mom
For two and a half years, Matt grew out his hair after his mom lost hers. Out of six kids, his was the closest in color and texture. "It's a no-brainer," said Matt of donating his hair. "She gave me the hair in the first place."
Community Cares: Scottsdale resident named 2022's Distinguished Young Woman
Katelyn Cai has been named the Distinguished Young Woman of America. It's the first time in 50 years that an Arizona resident is holding the title. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Community Cares: Arizona bird rescue busier than ever as temperatures rise
Liberty Wildlife, a Valley nonprofit that focuses on saving and rehabilitating birds, is busier than ever as the temperatures increase and the winds pick up. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Community Cares: Expert offers tips on how to keep dogs safe around water
It's important to watch kids around water, but the same also goes for dogs, especially as officials with the Arizona Animal Welfare League say the number of dog drownings are up.
Gila River casinos donate nearly $175K to Arizona nonprofits
Over the last year, Gila River guests donated $173,751.52 to four local nonprofits, including Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona, Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation, Special Olympics Arizona and Homeless Youth Connecti
Floranthopy: Arizona nonprofit repurposes flower donations for a good cause
Floranthopy reaches out to wedding planners, venues and florists in the Phoenix area and repurposes any flower donations they get into smaller arrangements for hospital patients, assisted living facilities and more.
Pet project: Mesa students write letters convincing people to adopt shelter dogs
Caroline Chung teaches social studies and English to fifth and sixth graders at the Mesa Academy for advanced Studies. While studying persuasive writing and marketing, she had an idea.
'It gives us hope:' Autistic Arizona boy gifted with support dog
An autistic 4-year-old boy from Arizona has been gifted a service dog, giving his family a newfound hope and freedom.
Anaik's Loving Library: Arizona nonprofit collecting books for Afghan refugees
A nonprofit is working with the Scottsdale Unified School District and the International Rescue Committee to collect books for Afghan refugees.
'Family is not just blood': Arizona soccer star becomes foster mom
Nicole Acosta went from playing to coaching to teaching, but now she's taken on what she calls her most important role: a busy mother of two foster kids.
Prom Closet offers dresses, tuxes at Glendale school during 2-day event
The Prom Closet's two-day event is on April 2 and 16 at Landmark School in Glendale.
Luggage of Love: Phoenix area car dealerships help foster children in Arizona
Larry H. Miller car dealerships are collecting luggage for those in need for the entire month of March, as part of the Luggage of Love event. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more, in this week's edition of Community Cares.
Community Cares: Arizona nonprofit works with restaurant to give skateboards to kids
Valley nonprofit SkateForty8 teamed up with Pedal Haus Brewery to raise money for skateboards that will eventually be donated to kids. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Book-reading program at Cave Creek animal rescue helping kids - and horses, too
The Books in the Barn Program at Healing Hearts Horse Rescue involves school-aged children reading to a unique audience: horses. And they're all ears.
Discounted dental services offered at Mesa Community College
Future dentists at Mesa Community College are accepting patients for discounted teeth cleanings and oral health screenings.
Arizona Humane Society program allows them to save animals from other states
The Arizona Humane Society saves tens of thousands of animals every year, and thanks to a special program, the non-profit is able to take in animals from other states. This week, more than a dozen critters arrived from California. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Arizona mom and daughter launch inspirational T-shirt line
Cathy Cardenas and her daughter Hope started Hope Wear T-Shirts, which offers messages everyone can get behind.
Chandler synchronized skating team donates toys, blankets to Hopi Tribe
The Ice Dennettes are a synchronized skating organization that practices in Ice Den Chandler.