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HeroZona Foundation Announces 20th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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PHOENIX, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 20th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 20th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.
  • "We are proud to continue this tradition of providing Thanksgiving meals to our local community as everyone deserves to celebrate with their loved ones.
  • Other initiatives include Phoenix Tools 4 School, Holiday Bike Giveaways, MLK Celebrating the Dream, Veterans Reach to Teach and the HeroZona Forgotten Heroes Breakfast.

InXsol Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation and Paves the Way for Future Endeavors

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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PHOENIX, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On October 25, 2023, we will transition away from supporting www.bshifter.com and in honor of a remarkable 15-year journey with the BlueCard program, InXsol, LLC and its affiliates (collectively , "inXsol") wishes to highlight its long-standing involvement and innovations at www.bshifter.com.

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  • It was through Chief Don Abbott that InXsol was introduced to the esteemed Chief Alan Brunacini.
  • Recognized for its innovation, InXsol earned a Gold award at the eLearning Guild's DevLearn Conference in 2011.
  • As this chapter concludes, InXsol looks to new horizons, remaining deeply committed to fortifying safety and training for first responders and their communities.
  • As this chapter concludes, InXsol looks to new horizons, remaining deeply committed to fortifying safety and training for first responders and their communities.

The Bridge Forum Announces 'Impact of 9/11' Panel with Arizona Experts

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce a special panel of the Bridge Forum, "Impact of 9/11," during which a panel of young Arizona law enforcement and community leaders will discuss how law enforcement and the careers of first responders have changed. The event will take place Monday, Sept. 11 from 8 to 9:15 a.m. at the Travis L. Williams Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) in Phoenix. The invitation-only event will also be livestreamed to the public at Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg/Live.

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  • The event will take place Monday, Sept. 11 from 8 to 9:15 a.m. at the Travis L. Williams Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • The invitation-only event will also be livestreamed to the public at Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg/Live .
  • Following the event, 240 Arizona first responders will be given the opportunity to enroll in the Vitanya Brain Performance program, which focuses on increasing brain resistance.
  • For more information about the Bridge Forum and to stream its upcoming event on Monday, Sept. 11, visit Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg .

11th Annual 'Phoenix Tools 4 School' Returns to Travis L. Williams Post 65

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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PHOENIX, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona's largest backpack and school supply giveaway event, Phoenix Tools 4 School, is returning to the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) on Saturday, July 29 from 7 to 9 a.m. for a drive-thru experience.

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  • PHOENIX, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona's largest backpack and school supply giveaway event, Phoenix Tools 4 School, is returning to the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • on Saturday, July 29 from 7 to 9 a.m. for a drive-thru experience.
  • Supplies are limited, and backpacks will be distributed on a first come first serve basis while supplies last.
  • Attendees are encouraged to show up early and students must be present to receive their backpacks and supplies.

HeroZona Foundation Announces 19th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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PHOENIX, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 19th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys beginning at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last. Fresh vegetables will also be given out to recipients, all provided by Diana Gregory Outreach Services.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 19th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys beginning at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.
  • "We want to make sure that all our community members have the chance to eat hearty Thanksgiving meals with their friends and loved ones."
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.

Verizon Frontline introduces newest first responder advisory council member

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today introduced Chief Kara Kalkbrenner (Ret.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today introduced Chief Kara Kalkbrenner (Ret.
  • ), former chief of the Phoenix Fire Department, as the newest member of the Verizon First Responder Advisory Council (VFRAC) , bringing 37 years of public safety experience to this new role.
  • "Joining the Verizon First Responder Advisory Council is the perfect opportunity for me to work directly with the Verizon Frontline team to provide the first-hand perspective of the fire safety community," said Kalkbrenner.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $133.6 billion in 2021.

Phoenix Suns, Community Groups Honor Healthcare Heroes at Upcoming Game

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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"While we owe these heroes a debt of gratitude we can never fully repay, we are proud to have the opportunity to recognize their contributions and sacrifice."

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  • "While we owe these heroes a debt of gratitude we can never fully repay, we are proud to have the opportunity to recognize their contributions and sacrifice."
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.
  • The Equality Health Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to leveling the healthcare playing field in culturally diverse and underserved communities.
  • The three-time WNBA Champion Phoenix Mercury are celebrating its 25th season led by Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner and Skylar Diggins-Smith.

Sons of American Legion, HeroZona Foundation Announce 18th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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PHOENIX, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 18th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway in a drive-thru format to ensure the safety of volunteers and individuals picking up the donations.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 18th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway in a drive-thru format to ensure the safety of volunteers and individuals picking up the donations.
  • There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.
  • "We want to make sure that families have both hearty Thanksgiving meals and the chance to get vaccinated if they aren't already."
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.

Phoenix Children's To Host EMS Training To Prepare First Responders For Pediatric 911 Calls

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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PHOENIX, Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's has partnered with the Phoenix Fire Department to host the fourth EMS | MVP Pediatric Symposium , a training to ensure first responders in Arizona have the up-to-date education they need to respond to pediatric emergencies, which often require a very different response than adult emergency calls.

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  • PHOENIX, Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's has partnered with the Phoenix Fire Department to host the fourth EMS | MVP Pediatric Symposium , a training to ensure first responders in Arizona have the up-to-date education they need to respond to pediatric emergencies, which often require a very different response than adult emergency calls.
  • The Oct. 26 event, made possible in part thanks to a $250,000 grant from the Phoenix Suns, provides a continuing education opportunity for pre-hospital responders statewide.
  • "We know every second counts in an emergency," noted Julie Augenstein, MD, Emergency Department physician and EMS Base Hospital Medical Director at Phoenix Children's.
  • Phoenix Children's serves as communication hub for pediatric emergencies, providing guidance to EMTs, paramedics and firefighters in the field regardless of the patient's final destination, whether it's Phoenix Children's or another hospital.