Charity

Childhelp Wings Fashion Show Returns for a Day in Wonderland on April 24

Photos Courtesy of Childhelp

Fashion, celebrities, auctions and a star-studded runway will come together for an adventurous Day in Wonderland. On Sunday, April 24 at 10 a.m., Childhelp will host the 15th Annual Childhelp Wings Fashion Show at the distinguished JW Marriot Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa. Proceeds from the event will benefit Childhelp’s Arizona programs and services provided to abused and neglected children in Arizona through the Childhelp Children’s Advocacy Center of Arizona dedicated to Linda Pope (CCCAZ).

This year’s luncheon will feature a live and silent auction, as well as fun themed giveaways and a heartwarming fashion show featuring local families and celebrities. Children, teens, and adults will strut the runway wearing the latest fashion trends courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue in Biltmore Fashion Park and local retailer Cheeky Chic Baby and Kids Boutique.

Event chairs Jennifer Archuleta and Jamie LeVine, in partnership with the “Founding Mother” of Childhelp Wings, Carol Hebets, bring their passion for philanthropy and love of fashion to create one of the Valley’s premier family-friendly events. This year’s theme is “A Day in Wonderland” in honor of childhood wonderment and whimsey. “At Childhelp, it’s our mission to heal both the bodies and minds of children so that they can live a life filled with adventure and reach for their hopes and dreams,” Childhelp National Board Member and Wings Founding Member Carol Hebets say. “Thanks to supporters like our fabulous chairs, event committee and volunteers, we are able to make their dreams a reality by stopping cycles of abuse and preventing the next generation of children from being lost in the shadows.”

During the event, Childhelp will honor three locals making a difference for Arizona children and families through their philanthropy and volunteerism. Carey Pauley will receive the 2022 Childhelp Helping Hand Award while Laurie and Bill Eckholm will be honored with the 2022 Childhelp Wings of an Angel Award.

Headquartered in Scottsdale, Childhelp is the nation’s oldest and largest nonprofit dedicated to helping abused, neglected and at-risk youth. In 2020, Childhelp served over 30,000 Arizona children and families through prevention, intervention, and treatment programs such as Childhelp Speak Up Be Safe and the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline.

The Childhelp Arizona Wings Chapter is made up of volunteers who help educate youth about issues surrounding child abuse and neglect through service projects and fundraisers.

To purchase tickets, make a donation or request sponsorship information, visit childhelpwings.org or contact Leah Digirolamo at LDigirolamo@Childhelp. org.

Charity

Scottsdale Athlete Climbs Mount Everest As A Fundraiser for Charity

Photos Courtesy of Clayton Wolfe

Clayton Wolfe isn’t your average 32-year-old. The Scottsdale resident is also a pilot, former farmer, Scottsdale 20/30 Club member, and mountaineer. He is currently in hot pursuit of the Explorer’s Grand Slam, which is an adventurer’s challenge to reach the North Pole, the South Pole and all the seven summits. Wolfe has found a way to connect his love of climbing to raising money to help those less fortunate. On April 18, he will begin his second attempt to summit Mt. Everest (last year, he got to 26,000 feet on his summit day when his teammate and Sherpa got sick and they had to turn back). He is inviting the community to get involved in his effort to tie his climb to a fundraising effort for the Scottsdale 20/30 Club.

On his website, everest22.com, Wolfe is selling $100 Everest Golden Tokens (which will make the trek up to the Everest summit of 29,035 feet with him, then be mailed back to supporters) and raffle tickets for an all-inclusive trip to Everest Base Camp, with all proceeds benefiting the Scottsdale 20/30 Club (scottsdale2030.org) and the local children’s charities supported by the club, including Boys Hope Girls Hope and The Care Fund.

This isn’t the first time Wolfe has climbed to raise funds for nonprofits. Before returning to his hometown of Scottsdale in 2020, he owned a farm-to-table food brand called Northerly that featured a “Climb and Give Campaign,” donating one serving of oats grown on his farm per foot in total elevation he climbed to the Feeding America Network. By February 2020, he was able to climb three of the seven summits, which in total was 59,218 feet of elevation. This enabled him to donate 59,218 servings (11,103 pounds) of rolled oatmeal to St. Mary’s Food Bank. “Being a farmer made me who I am today,” says Wolfe. “However, it wasn’t easy to live in two countries, splitting my time between Canada and Scottsdale. Selling the farm simplified life, but it left me looking for a way to match my mountaineering to another philanthropic effort.”

When Wolfe was introduced to the Scottsdale 20/30 Club, he says it was exactly what he was looking for. “This club is a way for me to be involved in supporting the community in a sustainable way—it provides me with accountability and a support system.” “I’m a goal-oriented person, and this is a wonderful opportunity to make my pursuit of the Explorer’s Grand Slam bigger and greater than just myself,” he adds. “If I can do good for other people while reaching my goals, it’s a win-win.”

Get Involved

Visit everest22.com for details on how to support Wolfe’s fundraising climb. All proceeds benefit local charities. To get an insider’s look into his journey, follow him on Instagram @clayton.wolfe.

Cooking for a Cause

Ling’s Wok Shop Supports Valley Charities

Photo Courtesy of John Banquil

What’s better than dinner out? Dinner out that supports your local community. Ling’s Wok Shop, located at 20511 N. Hayden Road, Ste. 100, in North Scottsdale recently launched its Cooking for a Cause program.

Each month the flex-casual Asian eatery will feature a special chef-inspired dish where $5 from every order will benefit that month’s designated charity. Guests that prefer a different entrée can still participate by leaving a donation for the charity.

This month, Ling’s Wok Shop is partnering with the Arizona Humane Society and offering a special Honey Walnut Shrimp dish. “Having grown up here and raising a family here compels me to do everything I can to give back to this community,” says John Banquil, owner of Ling’s Wok Shop.

In May, the featured dish will be Blazing Salmon benefiting the ALS Association Arizona Chapter. In June, make way for Wango Mango to support the Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter.

Ling’s Wok Shop is the latest concept from the team that owns the popular Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill. On your next date night, or night out with friends, plan to dine out for a cause and support great charities in our community at Ling’s Wok Shop. To learn more, visit lingswok.shop.