Health & Wellness
Health, wellness, and sports help our communities stay active and connected. From Tucson to Nogales, local organizations support physical and mental well-being through care, education, recreation, and athletic programs for all ages.
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Please note: Every dollar you give goes directly to the nonprofit you choose. The Greater Green Valley Community Foundation does not take any portion of your donation. As a thank you, for every $100 donated, you will receive two tickets to our featured wine and beer tasting event, Sip, Swirl, Shop, and Shine Forward, on November 14.”
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Valley Assistance Services
Each year, Valley Assistance Services serves more than 8,000 individuals across a 2,700-square-mile service area, delivering innovative, wrap-around services tailored to each individual’s or family’s needs. Our programs help stabilize housing, maintain health and financial well-being, build self-sufficiency, and promote independence, safety, and resilience. Dedicated volunteers play a vital role in strengthening every program, both at our Green Valley office and in Tubac.
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Community Food Bank, Inc.
Our programs include emergency food assistance and free meals, as well as a farmers’ market, community gardens, nutrition education, culinary training, support for local growers and food systems, advocacy, and more. We partner with over 300 organizations to serve five counties of Southern Arizona across over 23,000 square miles.
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Angel Heart Pajama Project
The Pajamas and Books for Children in Crisis Program addresses both emotional and developmental needs: pajamas provide warmth and reassurance, while books encourage literacy, learning engagement, and positive routines. Through partnerships with local shelters, foster care agencies, schools, healthcare providers, and first responders, we reach children experiencing homelessness, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and family crisis. These children represent diverse cultural and racial backgrounds. In recent service data, approximately 86% Hispanic, 7% Native American, 5% African American and 2% other populations were served. Since 2013, we have provided more than 73,000 children in crisis with a new pair of pajamas and…
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Wisdom Sports and Scholars
Wisdom Sports & Scholars is a community-based program serving youth across Santa Cruz County, including Rio Rico, Tumacácori, Tubac, and Arivaca. Through sports and mentorship, the program provides young people with a sense of purpose while building life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and leadership.By offering positive outlets after school and on weekends, the program helps strengthen both individual growth and community connection. It also works to remove financial barriers by supporting team participation, including tournament and travel expenses.With support from community partners, Wisdom Sports & Scholars continues to improve its facilities to create a safe, welcoming space for youth…
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Boys Girls Club of Santa Cruz County, Inc.
For more than 30 years, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz County has provided a safe, supportive space where youth can learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships. Serving generations of young people, the Club has helped shape future leaders, professionals, and engaged community members—many of whom return to give back as staff and mentors.Beyond after-school and summer programs, the Club’s VIP Workforce Program equips teens with real-world job skills, leadership experience, and career exploration opportunities, helping bridge the gap between education and employment.More than a program, the Club is a second home for many youth and a trusted…
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The Tubac Pickleball Club
At the Tubac Pickleball Club, we believe pickleball is more than just a game—it’s a powerful way to bring people together, improve health, and build lasting connections across generations.In just a few short years, our club has grown to over 130 active members—a 33% increase since 2022—and continues to welcome players of all ages and skill levels. From beginners picking up a paddle for the first time to experienced players mentoring others, our courts have become a vibrant hub of community life in the Santa Cruz Valley.But we’re just getting started.
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Parkinson’s Support Group of Green Valley
The Parkinson Support Group of Green Valley (PSGGV) is a 100% volunteer-driven nonprofit that enhances the quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and the family members and care partners who support them. Serving Green Valley, Sahuarita, Amado, Tubac, Rio Rico, Arivaca, and the greater Santa Cruz Valley, PSGGV offers a comprehensive network of programs designed to help participants remain active, engaged, and connected throughout every stage of the disease. Through exercise classes, cognitive activities, educational presentations, support groups, social events, and access to valuable resources, the organization fosters a welcoming community where individuals can find encouragement, friendship,…
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GVR Foundation
Enhancing the quality of life for GVR members and the greater Green Valley community through connecting resources for those in need with those who care.
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