Arizona NonProfit Awards

About The ANPA

🚀 With over 14 years in nonprofit and corporate philanthropy, and having seen many of the challenges in nonprofit fundraising, Elizabeth Santa Cruz started the Arizona NonProfit Awards as a way to recognize, uplift and support nonprofit organizations all across Arizona.

📢 Through ANPA, we aim to challenge outdated views on nonprofit funding and compensation, ensuring that organizations have the resources they need to thrive. By highlighting the incredible work of Arizona’s nonprofits, we strive to create a ripple effect of awareness, generosity, and long-term impact across the state.

🌟 Join us as we shine a spotlight on Arizona’s most impactful nonprofits, celebrate their dedication, and rally support for a stronger, more sustainable future. Whether you're a sponsor, donor, or attendee, your participation fuels this movement—helping us empower organizations that make a real difference in our communities.

🎟️ Secure your sponsorship, make a donation, or purchase tickets today, and be part of a mission that uplifts those who uplift others!

MISSION, VISION & PHILOSOPHY

🫶🏼 Mission

ANPA exists to celebrate and recognize the invaluable contributions of Arizona’s nonprofit organizations. Through a prestigious annual gala event, we aim to uplift and honor nonprofits of all sizes, awarding funding prizes and meaningful recognition to those making a positive impact across our state. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on Arizona’s nonprofit sector through a high-visibility strategy, encouraging community support, collaboration, visibility, and sustainable growth.

🌎 Vision

ANPA envisions a thriving nonprofit sector across Arizona, where organizations of all sizes are recognized, supported, and celebrated for their impactful contributions to our communities. Through an annual awards event, we seek to elevate the work of these nonprofits, providing them with the resources, visibility, and financial support they need to sustain and grow their transformative work. ANPA is dedicated to becoming the state’s premier celebration of nonprofit excellence, fostering a stronger, more interconnected community that uplifts those who work tirelessly to make Arizona a better place.

🧠 Philosophy

At ANPA, we believe that nonprofits deserve not only to survive but to thrive. We are committed to challenging outdated views about nonprofit funding and compensation, advocating instead for a sustainable model that values both impact and operational strength. Inspired by the philosophy that doing good work should come with fair support, ANPA champions unrestricted funding, fair compensation, and strategic growth for nonprofits across Arizona. We believe that by empowering these organizations with recognition and resources, we strengthen the entire nonprofit ecosystem and create lasting, positive change in our communities.

Board

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Founder & CEO
Owner of Oddly Creative Media, LLC

Andrew Starr

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Founding Board Director
Owner of Party Masters AZ

Donna Beedle

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Jamie Jimenez

Founding Board Director
Sr. Director of Community Impact at Compudopt

Jamie Jimenez

Kara Jean Brei

Jamie Jimenez

Board Director
Owner of R2BK Creative Marketing Agency

Kara Jean Brei

Board Director
Founder & CEO at ALT Mental Health

Mayo Tirado

Kara Jean Brei

Founding Board Director
Owner of DeCarlo Media

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Tue	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Wed	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Thu	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Fri	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

Arizona NonProfit Awards

Celebrating Arizona's Most Dedicated Nonprofits

About The ANPA

🎥 ANPA Nonprofit Interview Series - Journalism for a Cause

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MISSION, VISION & PHILOSOPHY

🫶🏼 Mission

🌎 Vision

🧠 Philosophy

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Board

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Andrew Starr

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Donna Beedle

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Jamie Jimenez

Jamie Jimenez

Kara Jean Brei

Jamie Jimenez

Kara Jean Brei

Kara Jean Brei

Kara Jean Brei

Mayo Tirado

Kara Jean Brei

Kara Jean Brei

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Arizona NonProfit Awards

Celebrating Arizona's Most Dedicated Nonprofits

About The ANPA

🎥 ANPA Nonprofit Interview Series - Journalism for a Cause

Support The ANPA

News & Blog

MISSION, VISION & PHILOSOPHY

🫶🏼 Mission

🌎 Vision

🧠 Philosophy

🎥 What is the ANPA and how Can I help?

Board

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Andrew Starr

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Donna Beedle

Eliza(Beth) Santa Cruz

Jamie Jimenez

Jamie Jimenez

Kara Jean Brei

Jamie Jimenez

Kara Jean Brei

Kara Jean Brei

Kara Jean Brei

Mayo Tirado

Kara Jean Brei

Kara Jean Brei

Our Partners

Keep In Touch

Subscribe for announcements 📣

Arizona NonProfit Awards

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