OUR MISSION
Thunderbirds Charities is a non-profit organization formed in 1986 to distribute monies raised through the Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament. The Thunderbirds Charities Board consists of 15 board members from varying professional backgrounds. The mission of Thunderbirds Charities is to support organizations that assist children and families, help people in need and improve the quality of life in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. The organization’s giving is directed toward organizations based or with a significant presence in Arizona.
THUNDERBIRDS CHARITIES 2021 FALL FUNDING CYCLE IS NOW CLOSED.
PLEASE CHECK BACK IN EARLY 2022 FOR SPRING 2022 UPDATES. THANK YOU.
Thunderbirds Charities Sponsors Online Support Groups for Special Needs Children
In 2021, with the pandemic waning for many mainstream individuals, the special needs community needs a lifeline. While Lions Camp […] More
Elevate Phoenix Receives $25,000 Grant for Work with At-Risk Students Thunderbird Charities Recognizes Phoenix Nonprofit’s Effort in our Community
The grant from Thunderbirds Charities will be used to help students improve their academic skills and help families access needed […] More
Thunderbirds Charities Funds ARCHKids Program for Kids with Special Needs
Our ARCHKids program provides year-round enrichment programs for children with special needs when school is not in session, including after […] More
Education Forward Arizona Recieves $25K From Thunderbirds Charities to Continue Mentoring Resilient Students Project
The Mentoring Resilient Students project will enable Education Forward Arizona to continue providing mentoring services and support for up to […] More
Thunderbirds Charities Awards Saving Amy $20,000 to Support the Rise Up Program!
Saving Amy was founded with a mission to Create Community, Transform Lives and Resolve Homelessness. Saving Amy takes a holistic […] More
Thunderbirds Charities Grants $61,000 to Support Children with Disabilities
Thunderbirds Charities, the charitable giving arm of The Thunderbirds – hosts of the Waste Management Phoenix Open, has awarded a […] More