Just a Reminder Tax Season is on the Way!

 Kindness does not cost a thing! It is tax time, and we want to remind you that the McKenna Youth Foundation is an Other Qualifying Charity for Arizona Tax Credits.  Contribute to the McKenna Youth Foundation and receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit. Here is how it works:

If at tax time you owe the State of Arizona Money, you can choose where your money goes. The Arizona State Tax Credit program allows you to make a donation to the McKenna Youth Foundation (Qualifying Charity Organization) as well as other categories of Arizona tax credits (Military, Foster, Public and Private Schools) and receive a dollar-for-dollar credit against Arizona state taxes owed.

 You may contribute up to the amount of your expected Arizona tax liability to each tax credit category, for the McKenna Youth Foundation, you may contribute up to $400.00 for a single filer and $800.00 for a joint filing. If you contribute more than your total state tax amount, the credits can be carried forward five years. You must make your tax credit donations by April 15, 2023, for them to apply to the 2022 year. You can find additional information on the Arizona Dept of Revenue state tax credit page.

The McKenna Youth Foundation has been able to provide food, clothing, books, toys, household items, and bicycles to more than 3500 families and over 11,300 children.  In addition to the annual holiday party, the McKenna Youth Foundation has assisted numerous children by providing food and housing scholarships, sending kids to summer programs and providing back to school clothing.  We would not be able to assist these valley families in need without the support of generous donors and we would be so grateful for your assistance! We hope you will choose to contribute to our very worthy cause!

Attention Donors

 All 2023 Write Offs will be mail by the end of January 2024.  We wish you a Happy and Healthy New Year!

Simone Charitable

 We cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity.  We truly appreciate your continued support!

Lerner and Rowe Charitable

Thank you for your support and your generous donation, we are beyond grateful. 

Holiday Party for Families in Need Was the BEST!

Saturday, December 2, 2023, started off in chaos and ended up the perfect day!  We had 90 families in need coming for the holiday party and part of our bike order was delayed in shipping. We had half the bikes when we started, and we had to pick up the remaining bikes late Saturday morning. Our volunteers really came through and we got all the bikes put together just in time. It was a beautiful day; the kids were beyond excited, and the parents were extremely grateful.  Big thanks to our donors, volunteers and Aunt Chiladas we could not have this party without your help.  Also, a big thank you to the school principals, teachers and social workers. Happy Holidays and remember kindness does not cost a thing! 

Tomorrow is the Big Day!

The McKenna Youth Foundation Holiday party for Families in need is tomorrow, December 2, 2023, at Aunt Chilada's 7330 N. Dreamy Draw Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85020.

Volunteers should arrive at 9am!  If you are building bikes bring tools and a table.

If you have clothing, shoes or household items you would like to donate please bring them we have tables set up so that the families may help themselves. 

Looking forward to seeing you, Let's Make Some Holiday Magic!

Getting Ready for the Holiday Party for Families in Need 2023

We are 3 weeks away from the McKenna Youth Foundation Holiday Party for Families in Need. Remember, we need volunteers!  The Party is scheduled on Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 11am until 3pm at the Original Aunt Chilada's. We welcome the families at 11am and start loading families' cars around 12pm.  If you would like to help with unloading the trucks, party set up, assembling bikes (if you have a folding table and tools bring them), sorting food, household items and hygiene product please arrive by 9am. If you want to help with the families or help load bikes, food boxes and household/hygiene baskets in families' cars please arrive at 10:30am. If you have gentle used clothing and household items, please bring them the morning of the party.  If you have any questions, please contact Terri Damiani at 602.332.9601. YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A CHILD'S LIFE!

Pictures From the Make a Difference Raffle and Cocktail Party 2023

 

The McKenna Youth Foundation Make a Difference Raffle and Cocktail Party 2023 Was a Success!

 

We are so Grateful to All Who Bought Tickets and or Attended!  

Special Thanks to Our Amazing Volunteers: Denise Anderson, Bitsy Fazar, Jaime Frimmel, Shelby Mayo, Pascale Sucato and Daryn Shipley. 

Great Job Raffle Committe Alex Abrahms, Michael Calihan, Michael Damiani Jr and Bert Rose. 

Big Thanks to the Following Donors:  Marc Archer, Arizona Biltmore Course, Arizona Cardinals, Aunt Chilada’s Mexican Restaurant, The Creek Patio Grill, Malcolm Boswell at Inventory Adjusters, Casino Arizona, Christo’s Italian Restaurant, Gil Cyphert (Liquidation Center), Cobblestone Car Wash, Regina Davis, Desert Botanical Gardens, Desert Foothills Garden Nursery, Diamondbacks, Robert and Isabel Dukes, Lorrie Glaeser (Streets of New York Pizza),GourmetGiftBaskets.com, Kelly Hannigan(NeckLiftAZ.com), Harrah’s Ak-Chin (Ceasars), Ray John, L’Amore Italian Restaurant, Isabella’s (Grayhawk), Lotus Wei, Molina Fine Jewelers, Phoenix City Grill, Phoenix Zoo, Raven Golf Club, Quintero Golf Club, Rare Earth Galley, Richardson’s, Rodan and Fields Beauty Products, The Rooster Tavern, Rustler’s Rooste, Simone Charitable Foundation, Buzzard Sands (Sand’s Chevrolet), Ed Sandidge, Stone Creek, Target, Tito’s Vodka, The Torch Cigar Bar, Walmart, Nancy Wendorf

Without Your Contributions There Would Not be a Raffle!

Thank You Silver Hawk Enterprises for your Thoughtful and Much Appreciated Donation!

 

 Count Down to the Make a Difference Raffle and 

Cocktail Party 2023

Friday, October 20, 2023, at the Original Aunt Chiladas 6:30pm

Dinner, Entertainment, Cocktail Specials, Live Auction and Raffle

Here are just Some of the Donors for the Raffles: 

Arizona Biltmore Golf Club, Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Diamond Backs, Aunt Chilada's  Restuarant, Christo's Italian Restuarant, Cobble Stone Car Wash, Desert Botanical Gardens, Desert Foothills Garden Nursery, Heard Museum, Harrah's Ak-Chin, Inventory Adjustors, Isabella's (Grayhawk), Liquidation Center, L'Amore Italian Restuarant, Lotus Wei, Molina Fine Jewelry, Phoenix City Grill, Phoenix Zoo, Quintero Golf Club, Rare Earth Gallery, Raven Golf Club, Richardsons, Rodan + Fields Beauty, The Rooster Tavern, Rustler's Rooste, Streets of New York, Sand's Chevrolet, Torch Cigar Bar, Walmart

Remember you do not need to be Present to Win!

Buy Your Winning Tickets Today or 

Make a Donation 602.332.9601

1 Ticket $25.00 5 Tickets $100.00 30 Tickets $500.00

 

The Make a Difference Raffle and Cocktail Party 2023 Benefiting the McKenna Youth Foundation Holiday Party for Families in Need

Prizes are Valued from $200.00 or More!  Winners Need Not Be Present to be Eligible. A $25.00 Ticket is Not Only Your Chance to Win, but Raffle Tickets Also Includes Entrance into the Make a Difference Cocktail Party Being Held at the Original Aunt Chiladas Squaw Peak on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 6:30pm. Food, Entertainment, Auction and Drawings. 

Do Not Miss This Chance to Make a Difference in a Child's Life and Have a Fabulous Time Doing So! Mark Your Calendars! 

Tickets are Available, You May Purchase Through Zeffy (On-line Platform for Non-Profits), Call Terri Damiani at 602.332.9601 or Purchase Tickets at the Door. 

1 Ticket $25.00 

5 Tickets $100.00

30 Tickets $500.00

Purchase Tickets Online

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/b369ca14-4639-48c1-8168-02e85cacb675

Choose Where Your Money Goes!

It is tax time, and we want to remind you that the McKenna Youth Foundation is an Other Qualifying Charity for Arizona Tax Credits.  Contribute to the McKenna Youth Foundation and receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit. Here is how it works:

If at tax time you owe the State of Arizona Money, you can choose where your money goes. The Arizona State Tax Credit program allows you to make a donation to the McKenna Youth Foundation (Qualifying Charity Organization) as well as other categories of Arizona tax credits (Military, Foster, Public and Private Schools) and receive a dollar-for-dollar credit against Arizona state taxes owed.

 You may contribute up to the amount of your expected Arizona tax liability to each tax credit category, for the McKenna Youth Foundation, you may contribute up to $400.00 for a single filer and $800.00 for a joint filing. If you contribute more than your total state tax amount, the credits can be carried forward five years. You must make your tax credit donations by April 15, 2023, for them to apply to the 2022 year. You can find additional information on the Arizona Dept of Revenue state tax credit page.

The McKenna Youth Foundation has been able to provide food, clothing, books, toys, household items, and bicycles to more than 3500 families and over 11,300 children.  In addition to the annual holiday party, the McKenna Youth Foundation has assisted numerous children by providing food and housing scholarships, sending kids to summer programs and providing back to school clothing.  We would not be able to assist these valley families in need without the support of generous donors and we would be so grateful for your assistance! We hope you will choose to contribute to our very worthy cause!

Tax Documents are on Their Way! 1/18/2022

If You Made a Donation to the McKenna Youth Foundation in 2022 a Write Off for Tax Preparation is on its Way!  If You Fail to Receive Your Write Off, Please Contact Terri at 602.332.9601 

We are Grateful for Your SUPPORT, Thank You!

On December 3rd the McKenna Youth Foundation held the annual Holiday Party for the Children at Aunt Chilada’s. Our Volunteers really made a difference! Everyone arrived bright and early to unload the trucks, sort food, household items, prepare packages with new clothing and set up for the party.  We had just completed assembling the last bikes when the rain started. (First time in 25 years that it rained during the party) Our Wonderful Volunteers jump into action setting up umbrellas, moving all the tables inside, so our families would stay dry.  The families truly enjoyed themselves, I received multiple phone calls, notes and cards expressing their thanks.  We served lunch and holiday treats, held a raffle with over 150 items (55 inch smart TVS, laptops, tablets, gift cards, gift baskets and so much more). After the family had time to enjoy the festivities, each family had the opportunity to visit and take pictures with Santa and the Mrs. Now here is where the Volunteers really shine, ALL the bikes, gifts, clothing, food, household items and bikes had to be loaded into the family's vehicle. This is trying on the best days; but in the pouring, cold rain it is quite the CHORE! We were soaking wet, quite literally head to toe.  I can say it was worth it as long as we brought a little holiday magic  into these families lives. This day was not possible without our Donors and Volunteers. So, Thank You, Thank You!