Phoenix Children's Hospital is set to direct a fresh flow of philanthropy towards their growing network of pediatric care, courtesy of Jerry and Vickie Moyes. Their generous $5 million endowment, as reported by ABC15, lands at a pivotal moment as the non-profit looks to amplify its impact in the West Valley and beyond. The contribution is part of over $82 million received in donations by the hospital in 2023, underscoring the community's robust support for accessible health care for the most vulnerable among us.
While the Moyes' entities have their fingers in diverse business pies, ranging from sports franchises to transportation empires, they are directing attention—precisely when the hospital is spearheading expansions. With the Arrowhead Campus's recent opening and a pediatric hospital on the horizon for July 2024, the couple expressed through a statement to Phoenix Business Journal, their eagerness to see the ripple effects of their contribution.
“We are profoundly grateful to Jerry and Vickie Moyes for their incredible generosity and unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of children,” Steve Schnall, Phoenix Children’s Senior VP and Chief Development Officer, expressed. The incoming funds are earmarked to enrich existing programs, broaden service offerings, and secure advanced medical technologies. It is also noted that the Arrowhead Campus construction is not fully complete, hinting at the continuing opportunity for growth and development in the region.
Having made a name for themselves, Jerry Moyes, formerly at the helm of the Phoenix Coyotes, and now a minority stakeholder in the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Phoenix Suns, along with Vickie Moyes, will not only have their names etched into the exterior of the new facility but also have anchored a legacy in the valley's philanthropic landscape. Their donation, made as the Arrowhead Campus specialty care clinic opened its doors last November, represents a vested interest in the health sector that aligns closely with community needs as stated by the couple in a discussion with Phoenix Business Journal.
In a broader context, Phoenix Children's continues to cement its role as a keystone health organization within the area, with its placement at No. 4 on the Phoenix Business Journal's list of Largest Phoenix-Area Nonprofit Organizations - Health/Medical. A place where lifesaving work mingles with community support, a place energized by recent gifts that, hopefully, will continue to propel forward the mission to heal and nurture the city's youngest residents.
