Play Like the Champions: A Celebration of Giving Back

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back September 29, 2026

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back is kicking off our 2027 nationwide philanthropy with an experience unlike any other. Play Like the Champions will bring together new Federation friends, longtime supporters, and philanthropic partners for an exclusive day behind the scenes at the Charles Schwab Cup Championship.

Step Inside the Play Like the Champions Experience

On November 16th, just hours after the PGA TOUR champions leave the course, guests will have the rare opportunity to step inside the ropes and play Phoenix Country Club exactly as the tournament left it, complete with championship pin placements, grandstands, tournament infrastructure, and PGA TOUR-caliber conditions.

Other highlights include a gifting party and lunch, shotgun start, an awards ceremony, and VIP After Party.

Celebrating the Causes We Support

The day will also highlight the organizations at the heart of Lerner & Rowe Gives Back. Nonprofit partners representing each of our three philanthropic pillars, Youth Programs, Health & Human Services, and Public Safety, will be featured throughout the experience, giving guests an opportunity to learn more about the organizations and the people they serve.

How to RSVP for Play Like the Champions?

Participation includes a $10,000 charitable contribution to Lerner & Rowe Gives Back, helping fuel our nationwide philanthropy and the work of nonprofit partners in communities across the country. RSVP by October 10 to secure early-access pricing.

Beyond the golf experience itself, the day is an opportunity to celebrate the start of a new chapter, build meaningful connections, and experience the game’s biggest stage from a perspective few ever get to see.

Questions? Please get in touch with Jordan Moreno at [email protected].

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Supports 2nd Annual Summer Poker Tournament

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back September 28, 2026

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back was happy to serve as the Title Sponsor of the 2nd Annual Summer Poker Tournament, held September 26 at DC Ranch Homestead in Scottsdale. The evening brought together community members for a fun night of poker, casino games, food, and, most importantly, giving back.

Presented by Right Toyota and Right Honda, this annual fundraiser benefited The C.A.R.E. Organization and Every Kid Counts Children’s Charity. Both of these organizations work to create brighter futures for local children and families.

The evening offered plenty of friendly competition, and it was a memorable night at the poker tables, too. One of our team members in attendance shared,“What a super fun event. The Lerner and Rowe table was the last table standing in the tournament.”

Tournament winners also went home with swag bags packed with giveaways, including Lerner & Rowe gear and other goodies.

And while the event may be over, there are still ways to make a difference. Find out more about The C.A.R.E. Organization, Every Kid Counts, the work they’re doing to support children facing adversity, and how you can get involved.

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Dave & Mahoney’s Need to Feed 2026 Sponsor

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back August 27, 2026

Lerner & Rowe is proud to sponsor KSLX’s Dave & Mahoney’s Need to Feed 2026 events benefiting St. Mary’s Food Bank. The three-part community campaign is helping provide food to Arizona families and individuals facing hunger. Lerner & Rowe is donating $5,000 for each event.

The first Need to Feed event took place on August 26, with additional events scheduled for September 23 and October 28, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Each event brings the community together to support St. Mary’s Food Bank and its efforts to fight hunger across Arizona.

Find information about volunteering and donating at kslx.com/need-to-feed.

Pbotos from the 2026 Need to Feed events in Phoenix:

St. Mary's Food Bank - Need to Feed 2026

2026 Portage Backpack Giveaway Tour Recap

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back August 5, 2026

Even steady rain couldn’t stop the Portage, Indiana, community from coming together. The event transitioned to a drive-thru-style giveaway, allowing families to receive backpacks and school supplies while local police officers, firefighters, volunteers, and the Lerner & Rowe team continued supporting the community despite the weather.

The Portage Police Department and Fire Department were among those who helped make the event a success. One special four-legged helper also made an appearance: Tilly, the police department’s therapy dog, brought some extra cheer to a wet but memorable day.

The community’s support also began before the giveaway. On Friday, approximately 70 volunteers from community partners, Chamber members, and the Valparaiso High School football team gathered for a community packing day. Working together, the volunteers packed all 1,000 backpacks in less than an hour, demonstrating the incredible spirit of teamwork and generosity that helped make the giveaway possible.

Lerner & Rowe Injury Attorneys and Lerner & Rowe Gives Back are grateful to everyone who helped make the final stop on our 2026 Backpack Giveaway Tour a success, from the volunteers who packed backpacks to the first responders, community partners, and families who participated. Together, the community helped local students start the school year prepared and ready to learn, proving that even a rainy day couldn’t dampen the spirit of giving.

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Announcing Our 2026 Lerner and Rowe Gives Back Grant Recipients

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back July 22, 2026

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back is incredibly excited to announce and celebrate the awarding of $500,000 in program grants to our 2026 Grant Recipients!

Giving back to our communities is at the heart of everything we do. This year, we are honored to support a diverse and deeply impactful group of organizations that are working tirelessly to uplift, protect, and empower those in need. From providing essential shelter and healthcare services to fostering youth development and supporting our veterans, these amazing nonprofits are making a tangible impact every day.

“Every year, I am amazed by the dedication and resilience of our local nonprofits, and this year’s grant recipients are no exception,” shared Kevin Rowe, founder of Lerner and Rowe Gives Back. “We are thrilled to award $500,000 to help these phenomenal organizations continue their life-changing work, and we can’t wait to see the lasting difference they will make in the year ahead.”

Please join us in celebrating our 2026 Grant Recipients

American Red Cross – $15,000
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation (AFFCF) – $10,000
Banner Health Foundation – $25,000
Ben’s Bells – $14,530
Boulder Crest Foundation – $5,000
Cancer Support Community Arizona – $10,000
Catholic Charities Community Services, Inc. – $10,000
Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) – $25,000
Child Crisis Arizona – $20,000
Childhelp, Inc. – $10,000
City Hope – $10,000
Control Alt Delete LLC – $10,000
Fighter Country Foundation – $10,000
Homeless Engagement & Lift Partnership Inc. – $5,000
Hunkapi Programs Inc – $22,900
Jenerosity Foundation – $5,000
Lighthouse For Hope, Inc. – $10,000
Miracle League of Arizona – $15,000
Mitchell Swaback Charities, Inc. DBA Harvest Compassion Center – $12,500

Neighborhood Ministries – $10,000
NEXGEN Sports Officials Gives Back – $5,000
Phoenix Rescue Mission – $20,000
Ryan House – $30,000
Save the Family Foundation of Arizona – $25,000
Sleep In Heavenly Peace Arizona – $10,000
Sojourner Center – $10,000
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center – $10,000
Teen Lifeline – $5,000
The Be Kind People Project – $10,000
The Joy Bus – $10,000
Translational Genomics Research Institute Foundation – $25,000
Trevor’s Vision Inc. – $10,000
Valiant College Preparatory People Who Care – $25,000
Valley of the Sun YMCA – $5,000
West Valley Health Equity, DBA Rooted in Grace Foundation (WVHE/RIG) – $15,000
Youth for Troops – $10,000
Youth On Their Own – $10,000
Yuma Community Food Bank – $10,000

Congratulations to all of our 2026 grant recipients! Thank you for your steadfast commitment to helping others; we are truly honored to support your efforts and look forward to watching your programs flourish over the coming year.

To learn more about our contributions to local communities throughout Arizona, explore lernerandrowegivesback.org.

2026 Glendale Backpack Giveaway Tour Recap

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back July 20, 2026

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys wrapped up its Arizona backpack giveaway tour with a memorable afternoon at Desert Diamond Arena, where Phoenix West Valley families gathered to celebrate the upcoming school year. The event distributed 1,000 local students FREE backpacks filled with essential school supplies to help local students head back to the classroom prepared.

The indoor celebration was packed with family-friendly fun from start to finish. Children enjoyed face painting, balloon art, and complimentary treats while exploring the venue and taking home plenty of Lerner and Rowe swag, including hats, T-shirts, and drawstring bags. Phoenix Raceway added to the excitement by bringing its show car for families to explore, while Phoenix Rescue Mission helped support attendees by distributing food boxes to those in need.

The atmosphere throughout the afternoon was filled with smiles, laughter, and anticipation for the new school year.

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and partnered with us to make the Glendale Backpack Giveaway an incredible success. Together, we helped make the start of the school year a little brighter for hundreds of local families.

Photos from Lerner and Rowe’s Glendale Backpack Giveaway:

2026 Las Vegas Backpack Giveaway Tour Recap

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back July 16, 2026

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys brought back-to-school excitement to North Las Vegas with another successful 2026 FREE Backpack Giveaway Tour, welcoming local students and families for an afternoon filled with community, fun, and preparation for the year ahead. Held at Mojave High School, the event provided 750 students with FREE backpacks filled with essential school supplies to help them start the new school year ready to learn.

The event was about much more than backpacks. Families were treated to a fun-filled afternoon featuring complimentary ice cream, balloon art, and plenty of Lerner and Rowe swag.

Thank you to all the families, volunteers, and community members who helped make the Las Vegas Backpack Giveaway a success. Lerner and Rowe is proud to continue supporting students and families across the communities it serves.

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2026 Tucson Backpack Giveaway Tour Recap

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back July 14, 2026

We are over halfway through our 2026 FREE Backpack Giveaway Tour. Our Tucson back-to-school event brought hundreds of families together for an afternoon of fun and celebration.

Hosted at the Tucson Convention Center, the event distributed backpacks filled with school supplies to 750 local students, helping them prepare for the new school year.

Kids also enjoyed face painting, colorful balloon art, and a tasty snack.

Attendees also took home plenty of Lerner and Rowe swag, making the day even more memorable.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Tucson and helped make this year’s backpack giveaway another incredible success.

Photos from Lerner and Rowe’s Tucson Backpack Giveaway:

2026 Yuma Backpack Giveaway Tour Recap

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back July 13, 2026

Yuma families came together for another unforgettable back-to-school event, helping local students get ready for a successful new school year. This was the third stop of our 2026 FREE Backpack Giveaway Tour and was filled with excitement as our team prepared to distribute 1,000 backpacks filled with essential school supplies.

The celebration offered much more than school supplies. Kids enjoyed colorful face painting, creative balloon art, and tasty treats. Families also took home plenty of Lerner and Rowe swag and drawstring bags.

From the first backpack handed out to the final family leaving the event, the atmosphere was filled with smiles, laughter, and excitement. We loved seeing kids showing off their new backpacks and excitedly talking about the upcoming school year.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Yuma and helped make this year’s backpack giveaway another incredible success. We look forward to continuing this tradition of giving back and helping local students start the school year with the tools, confidence, and encouragement they need to succeed.

Photos from Lerner and Rowe’s Yuma Backpack Giveaway:

2026 Mesa Backpack Giveaway Tour Recap

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back July 10, 2026

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys continues its 2026 FREE Backpack Giveaway Tour with a successful stop in Mesa, Arizona, welcoming hundreds of families to AZ Athletic Grounds for an afternoon dedicated to helping students prepare for the upcoming school year.

The excitement started early as families lined up for the chance to receive one of 750 backpacks filled with essential school supplies. New for 2026, the first 550 K–12 students in line also received a FREE pair of brand-name shoes—including Nike, Converse, and Vans—helping even more children head back to the classroom feeling confident and prepared.

The giveaway quickly turned into a celebration of community. Kids cooled off with delicious ice cream and shaved ice, while colorful balloon art and face painting brought smiles to their faces. Families also took home plenty of Lerner and Rowe swag, including Frisbees, hats, sunglasses, water bottles, T-shirts, activity books, and drawstring bags, making the day even more memorable.

The Mesa backpack giveaway marks the second stop on Lerner and Rowe’s 7-city backpack giveaway tour, which will distribute 6,250 backpacks to students across four states during the 2026 back-to-school season. More than just providing school supplies, the annual initiative continues to bring communities together, helping local students begin the new school year with the tools, confidence, and encouragement they need to succeed.