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Founded in 1981, Southwest Human Development is Arizona’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated

11/12/2025

Sip, Shop & Give Back This Holiday Season!

Mark your calendars for December 2, 6–8 PM at Cordially Phoenix! Join us for a festive evening of sipping, shopping, and connecting with women who care about making a difference.

• Support a local woman-owned boutique
• Knock out holiday shopping
• Learn about the Women’s Giving Collective

Plus: 15% of all sales will be donated to Southwest Human Development!
Bring a friend and share the spirit of giving!

Learn more: https://swhd.org/wgc

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to thank the brave men and women whose service and sacrifice protect the freedom and future of every generation.

The spirit of service runs deep, from those who defend our nation to those who give back in their own communities. That same courage and commitment inspire the work we do every day to help children and families grow, learn, and thrive.

To all veterans and to the families who stand beside them, we see you, we thank you.

11/10/2025

Today we celebrate the beautiful families built through love, patience, and open hearts.

We’re proud to support families through every step of the adoption journey, helping children find the safety, stability, and belonging they deserve.

Here’s to the families who prove that love makes a family, and every child deserves a forever home.

11/07/2025

Did you know! Early experiences don’t just influence your child’s growth, they literally shape the architecture of their brain.

In the first few years of life, millions of new neural connections form every second, built through everyday moments like talking, reading, singing, and playing.

That’s why positive, nurturing relationships are the foundation of learning, confidence, and lifelong success.

Learn more about early childhood development at swhd.org

11/06/2025

Talk about making a difference!

Our friends at PNC rolled up their sleeves and packed care items for the children at Educare Arizona, and went even further by contributing $3,000 to support early learning and family programs.

A huge thank-you to Lori Hodges, Leslye Fregoso, Shannon Anderson and Jesus Ulloa for showing what community in action really looks like.

11/05/2025

To every student, mentor, judge, and volunteer who joined us this year, Thank you for being part of something extraordinary.

Over five weeks, more than 100 high school teams across Arizona poured their creativity, empathy, and engineering skills into designing assistive technology solutions for children with disabilities. You imagined, built, and presented with purpose.

On October 17, fifteen finalist teams showcased their innovations before a panel of community judges. From playful mobility devices to inclusive design concepts, your work was inspiring, thoughtful, and deeply impactful.

Because of you, Levi and children like him will experience more joy, more movement, and more connection. And because of you, the future of STEAM is brighter than ever.

You are not just students. You are Makers of Change.

11/03/2025

Join Eve Del Real, our Director of Head Start and Early Head Start, as she joins leading voices in early learning for a powerful discussion on the future of Head Start and early education!

This event brings together changemakers, educators, and advocates working to ensure every child has the foundation to learn, grow, and thrive. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation.

Use the link below to register!
https://thecampaignforgrade-levelreading.createsend.com/campaigns/reports/viewCampaign.aspx?d=d&c=22CC4001B21E3140&ID=4227DC88599B64212540EF23F30FEDED&temp=False&tx=0

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from Southwest Human Development!🎃

Tiny superheroes, giggling pumpkins, and little witches are lighting up the day, and we’re here for every smile.

At SWHD, we believe every moment of play and creativity helps children discover who they are and what they can become.

So, while the costumes and candy are part of the fun, the real magic is watching Arizona’s kids grow with confidence, curiosity, and joy.

Have a safe, sweet, and joy-filled Halloween, your treats are well-earned! 🍬

10/30/2025

Meet Kyle “The Fabricator” Heffernan! Behind every custom walker, stander, and adaptive toy that helps a child thrive… there’s Kyle. 👏

As our Adapt Shop Engineer, Kyle is the creative mind and steady hands turning big challenges into life-changing solutions, one weld, wheel, and bolt at a time.

From sketching designs to building equipment that helps kids move, play, and grow, Kyle is proof that heroes don’t always wear capes… sometimes they wear safety goggles.

Here’s to the innovation, compassion, and craftsmanship that keep Arizona’s kids on the move!

Watch Kyle in action and see how the Adapt Shop changes lives every day. www.swhd.org/adapt/

10/28/2025

Volunteer spots are filling fast for the 2025 Easterseals Golf Classic – don’t miss your chance to be part of something meaningful!

This one-day event helps fund life-changing services for children with disabilities, and we need passionate volunteers to make it happen.

Be the reason someone gets the support they need. Let’s do this together!

Contact VOLUNTEER@SWHD.ORG to learn more.

10/26/2025

Hands-on fall fun! Creating colorful handprint trees to celebrate the season. For more simple fall crafts to make at home visit swhd.org/healthyfamilies.

10/24/2025

The 2025 MAKERS of Change Assistive Technology Challenge concluded last week with our Finalist Presentation and awards to 10 Arizona high school teams. This Challenge would not be possible without the instructor and student involvement as well as sponsors like onsemi , Avnet, Arizona Public Service - APS Foundation, CopperPoint, Applied Materials and Mountain America Credit Union.

We’d also like to thank the more than 70 volunteers from throughout the Valley (and several outside of the state) who shared their expertise to mentor and time to evaluate nearly 100 entries.

If you’d like to be a part of the 2026 Challenge, please share your interest here: https://forms.gle/dyeK7RrQyUXWHEcq6

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2850 N 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ
85008

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+16022665976

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http://www.swhd.org/

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