Jeanne and Bill Becker In October the Sun Lakes Community Foundation awarded grants to three local groups: • The Sun Lakes Instrumental Ensemble ($1,150) to help them purchase new music stands and sheet music, enhancing their ability to perform at local events and gatherings and to support their ongoing community music programs, which provide entertainment…
On Thursday, Nov. 20, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Edward Jones Financial Advisor Stephen Phair will host a community blood drive in the parking lot of his office, located at 9666 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. This marks the third blood drive organized by Phair and his team, a tradition that has…
Jan Hawkes and Jeanne Becker The Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation’s annual premier fundraising event this year is called Candy Cane Christmas Gala, and tickets for the glamorous event are now on sale on our website at slcommunityfoundation.com. Event coordinator Jan Hawkes, with a team of Foundation Friends volunteers, are arranging an elegant, semi-formal dinner…
Sandy Ketterer Oakwood Unit 36C invites all Sun Lakes residents and their guests to join us for the 21st Annual Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. Bundle up and bring a flashlight. Enjoy a beautiful stroll around Diamond Lake as you…
James Meagher If you don’t have a child or a grandchild currently attending college, you may not be aware of the significant financial needs faced by students in the 2025 college environment at ASU. After paying for their tuition, housing (either on or off campus), and significant expenses such as books and fees, many students…
Save the date for our annual Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14. Mark your calendars!
Risen Savior Lutheran Church is having their annual Rummage Sale on Oct. 17 and 18 from 7 a.m. to noon at the south building, located at 23914 Alma School Road in Sun Lakes. If you have items to donate, you can drop them off on Oct. 6, 7, and 8 from 7 a.m. to noon…
In times of hardship, local organizations often rise to the occasion by weaving a safety net for those most affected. Through thoughtful partnerships and grassroots efforts, communities are able to provide vital assistance, bridging the gap for families and individuals facing challenging circumstances. Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB), located in North Chandler, is a perfect…
The Sun Lakes Posse maintains donated medical equipment items that are available for use by all residents of Sun Lakes and SunBird for three months, free of charge. The following is a representative listing of our available medical equipment: • Metal canes (height adjustable) • Walkers with seats and walkers with wheels • Crutches •…
The Edward Jones Sun Lakes team, led by Financial Advisor Stephen Phair, hosted its first-ever blood drive on May 8, and the results were nothing short of inspiring. With 23 donors rolling up their sleeves, this successful event has the potential to save up to 69 lives. The blood drive, held at Phair’s office at…