Donors and supporters headed to the JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa to raise money for Child Crisis Arizona, the nonprofit dedicated to promoting the well-being and safety of children and families.
Maria Williams, longtime supporter of Child Crisis Arizona
This year’s Yellowstone-themed event drew in more than 450 guests dressed in cowboy gear, including board chair Cindy Coffman, external affairs committee board member Melissa Lovely and CEO Torrie Tag, who presented the Legacy of Love award to longtime supporter Kathye Brown.
Paul and Karen Dykstra enjoy the gaming tables.
Set to a soundtrack of live country music by Ryan and the Renegades, guests enjoyed dancing, a gourmet dinner, signature cocktails, mechanical bull rides, photos with Bonita the Burro, various games, a silent auction and more.
Prickly pear goat cheese crostini
But the evening’s pinnacle had to be the critical funds raised—more than $1 million.
Seated attendees Karen and Paul Dykstra, Child Crisis Arizona board member John Sizer, Peggy Ketterer and their guests
Concord General Contracting CEO and event sponsor Grenee Martacho (center)
The scene at cocktail hour
The Serna Family spoke at the event.
Child Crisis Arizona leadership including Lisa Ricci, Torrie Taj, Justin Duran and EJ Hughes
Saddle Up cocktail hour lasso demonstrations
Bob Campbell, 2023 Legacy of Love honoree Janis Merrill, Craig Starkey, 2024 Legacy of Love honoree Kathye Brown, Torrie Taj, Child Crisis Arizona CEO David Lueth and Vala Ola Lueth
The bacon-wrapped short rib with honey barbecue sauce was a hit.
Attendees enjoyed the Saddle Up mechanical bull.
Photography by: JANELLE ETZEL PHOTOGRAPHY
