Cox Charities celebrates 30th anniversary with $150,000 total grant distribution for SAZ Nonprofits
Cox Charities celebrates 30th anniversary with $150,000 total grant distribution for Tucson Nonprofits
Record-setting giving from Cox Charities bolsters K-12 STEM Education, Food & Housing Insecurity, and Conservation & Sustainability
TUCSON (March 16, 2026) – Cox employees across Southern Arizona came together this year to raise a landmark $150,000 for three nonprofits serving the communities where they live and work. The grants will strengthen the work of these Southern Arizona nonprofits, each receiving grants of $50,000 to advance their essential community programs.
"We were so surprised to receive this transformational gift for our patients and the community we serve!. This can mean the difference between life and death for some of our patients who are either struggling with chronic conditions or other diagnoses. We are so grateful for the many, many years of partnership with Cox, said Brenda Goldsmith, executive director, El Rio Foundation.
Marking 30 years of Cox employees supporting local organizations through Cox Charities, this milestone celebrates three decades of helping nonprofits deliver vital services—from meeting basic needs to offering programs that strengthen families. Since 1996, Cox employees have raised nearly 12 million statewide, awarding more than 2000 grants to help local nonprofits continue their missions and make a tangible difference in the lives of residents across Arizona.
“This year, celebrating our 30th anniversary makes this moment especially meaningful, as it reflects the unwavering commitment our employees have to the communities we serve. Cox Charities is proud to provide $150,000 in total grants. These funds will support nonprofits aligned with our core giving pillars: K-12 STEM, conservation and sustainability, and food and housing insecurity,” said Stephanie Healy, Cox Southern Arizona Market Vice President.
The record-level giving comes at a time when nonprofits’ needs are rising nationwide. According to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project, the number of individual donors declined by 4.5% last year, and donor retention fell another 2.6%, even as nonprofits report increased need for food assistance, housing support, and educational resources (National Council of Nonprofits).
Against this challenging backdrop, Cox employees continue to step up for local organizations. Their year‑round giving and volunteerism make it possible for Cox Charities to deliver landmark support during their 30th anniversary year, ensuring local organizations have the resources they need to continue serving the neighbors who rely on them.
Since its founding in 1996, Cox Charities in the West Region states has invested more than $25 million in our local communities through grants to nonprofit organizations, scholarships, and support for initiatives that enhance the quality of life within our service areas. Funded by the generous contributions of Cox employees, 100% of every dollar is directly reinvested into the communities we serve.
This year’s recipients include three nonprofits receiving grants totaling $150,000
Nonprofit | Grant |
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona | $50,000 |
El Rio Health Center Foundation | $50,000 |
Youth On Their Own | $50,000 |
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