Volunteering with Filling the Gap

Volunteering with Filling the Gap

This week, our Chicago team had the privilege of working with Filling the Gap, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing transitional housing and life skills for men and women in need. Our team members volunteered hands-on, moving furniture and helping clean a home.

Filling the Gap is about more than just housing—it’s a support system, offering resources for budgeting, home maintenance, and essential skills to help individuals rebuild their lives and regain independence.

We’re proud to support such a meaningful cause! To learn more, visit fillingthegap-nfp.com.


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Halloween Fun at Phoenix Children’s Hospital

Halloween Fun at Phoenix Children's Hospital

Our team once again had the pleasure of bringing Halloween cheer to Phoenix Children’s Hospital, where we shared treats and warm smiles with young patients who are courageously journeying toward recovery. 

Since these children can’t partake in the traditional trick-or-treating experience, we were especially moved to bring a bit of the Halloween spirit directly to them.

It was truly a joy for our team to see their faces light up and to have played a part in making their Halloween brighter.

Proud Sponsors of Protecting K9 Heroes

Proud Sponsors of Protecting K9 Heroes

2024 Bash for the Blue and Camo 2

For the second year in a row, Lerner & Rowe was proud to sponsor Protecting K9 Heroes, an extraordinary organization that provides K9 Narcan and first aid kits, as well as ballistic vests, to working K9s across the country through police and military agencies. 

In addition, Protecting K9 Heroes often helps provide crucial funding for K9 medical bills when departments can no longer do so. 

The annual Bash for the Blue and Camo 2 event brought hundreds of supporters and beneficiaries from near and far for an evening of fundraising and honoring fallen K9s.

Find out more about Protecting K9 Heroes at protectingk9heroes.com.


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Celebrating Our 2024 Arizona Grant Cycle Recipients

Celebrating Our 2024 Arizona Grant Cycle Recipients

On October 17th, Lerner & Rowe Gives Back had the privilege of honoring 21 outstanding organizations at our first Arizona Grant Cycle Charities Reception. Held in a warm, celebratory atmosphere, the event highlighted the powerful work of these nonprofits and the positive impact they make across Arizona. 

This year’s grant recipients address a diverse range of critical community needs, aligning with our dedication to giving back and fostering positive change within four areas to include youth programs, health and human services, animal welfare, and public safety. From providing essential resources to vulnerable families, offering educational programs that empower underserved youth, to advancing healthcare services and promoting the safety and wellbeing of both people and animals, each initiative is truly making a difference in our communities. 

We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us in this celebration, from the recipients to our own Lerner & Rowe Gives Back team members and supporters. The evening was a beautiful reminder of what can be achieved when people come together with compassion and purpose.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to uplifting Arizona’s communities and supporting these organizations in their impactful work. Together, we are stronger and capable of making a lasting difference. 

Find the full list of our 2024 Arizona grant cycle recipients here.


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17th Annual Paul’s Pay it Forward Car Wash

2024 Paul’s Pay it Forward Car Wash

For the thirteenth year in a row, Lerner and Rowe Gives Back is pleased to support the “Paul’s Pay it Forward Car Wash” hosted by Arizona’s Family Meteorologist Paul Horton. 

For 2024, our team washed cars for charity and presented a $10,000 check towards this annual fundraiser benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ). 

Go to BBBSAZ.org to join us in supporting this fantastic cause by making your own donation.


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Firefighters Unite Against Cancer Gala Sponsor

Firefighters Unite Against Cancer Gala Sponsor

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back was honored to sponsor the Firefighters Unite Against Cancer Gala, hosted by Local 493 Firefighter Foundation, at the $5,000 level. This inspiring event united community members, businesses, and families to support firefighters battling cancer, raising vital funds for resources and assistance for those affected.

The evening featured heartfelt stories from firefighters and their families, highlighting the immense courage required to face cancer. It was a powerful reminder of the health risks firefighters endure daily and the importance of providing tailored support.

Through our sponsorship, we proudly joined a mission that aligns with our commitment to giving back. Being part of such an impactful event strengthened our foundation’s connection to the community and reaffirmed our dedication to supporting those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Local 493 Firefighter Foundation and contributing to their essential work.

Learn more about the event at https://493foundation.com/pages/fu-cancer.


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Pizza with a Purpose – Chicago Style

Taste Testing and Special Deliveries in Chicago

Yesterday our Chicago team celebrated national pizza month with “Pizza with a Purpose”.

We ordered pizzas from some of Chicago’s best pizzerias so our team could taste them and vote on their favorite pizza!

Afterwards, we spread the pizza love by bringing some additional pizzas to a few individuals in the downtown area facing homelessness.

We also took some over to Margaret’s Village in Englewood to be served to those currently living in their women and children’s shelter.

BloomKidz Renovation Project 2024

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Foster Arizona Site Visit – $15k Grant Recipient

Foster Arizona Site Visit

Foster Arizona is one of our Lerner & Rowe Gives Back 2024 grant recipients. Our team was excited to visit their headquarters in Mesa, Arizona, and learn more about how they plan to utilize their $15k grant for their housing program. 

Foster Arizona provides transitional housing designed to assist young adults between the ages of 18-24 who have aged out of foster care. 

Program participants receive individualized support and resources, which may include: 

  • Life skills training
  • Educational assistance
  • Career exploration
  • Mentorship
  • Self-Sufficiency development
  • Community connections
  • Clothing and transportation

Young men and women are invited to learn more about the Foster Arizona Housing Project and how to apply for assistance at fosterarizonahousingproject.org.

Fresh Start’s Auxiliary Board’s Sip & Soirée 2024 $10k Sponsor

Fresh Start’s Auxiliary Board’s Sip & Soirée 2024 $10k Sponsor

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back was proud to once again commit to an Ambassador-level sponsorship for a Fresh Start annual fundraiser. Proceeds from the 2024 Sip & Soirée, including our $10,000 donation, will go directly to support Fresh Start’s mission of providing women in our community with the tools they need to thrive.  

For over three decades, Fresh Start has been a cornerstone in the community of Phoenix, focusing on the empowerment of women through adversity into self-sufficiency. By providing comprehensive support with one-on-one guidance and essential resources, Fresh Start is committed to helping women become the heroes of their own stories.

Learn more about the services and support offered by Fresh Start at freshstartwomen.org.


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