I have worked in philanthropy for over 20 years, primarily on the funding side, with literally hundreds of programs, program directors, nonprofit staff, grant writers and foundation staff. All the programs had goals and benchmarks to achieve as part of their grants. The vast majority of programs reached their goals. Some needed additional time, some […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Justin Waters
Our dentist spotlight is Dr. Justin Waters of Serenity Smiles in Scottsdale, Arizona who specializes in general dentistry.

Small Businesses Are the Heart of Arizona
Think of your favorite local bakery, jewelry shop, restaurant, flower shop or even your dentist’s office. Most likely, these are all small businesses! Arizona’s small businesses make a big impact on the economy and are at the heart of what makes our state unique. “There are so many opportunities for small business here in Arizona,” […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Chris Olson
Say hello to Dr. Chris Olson of Olson Orthodontics in Arizona, our dentist spotlight! Dr. Olson specializes in orthodontics and is passionate about changing people’s confidence and lives. He provides care or adults and children at his practices in Avondale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Verrado, Arizona. An Arizona native, Dr. Olson graduated from the University […]

Are Cost Concerns Delaying Dental Cleanings? Survey Says Yes
Public opinion research released from the Delta Dental Institute found that U.S. adults were more likely to report that concerns about inflation and rising prices, rather than concerns about COVID-19, prompted them to delay oral health care. The poll found that 95% of adults agree oral health is essential to overall health. Almost 6 in […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Daniel J. Lyu
Say hello to Dr. Daniel J. Lyu of Cereus Dental Care in Tempe, Arizona! Dr. Lyu focuses on providing comprehensive care to his patients but is passionate about keeping up with the latest developments in dentistry and has focused his continuing education on implantology and esthetics dental restorations. Dr. Lyu earned his Doctor of Dental […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Kent Tuttle
Say hello to Dr. Kent Tuttle of Kent Dental in Scottsdale, Arizona! Dr. Tuttle specializes in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and his practice also offers services for TMJ, sleep apnea, oral surgery, laser dentistry, clear aligners and sedation dentistry. Dr. Tuttle believes in the power of building a relationship with his patients because every patient […]

Mouth-Healthy Cookbook for Total & Oral Health
When we think about eating our favorite foods, we smile. The familiar flavors of a family recipe or the yummy ingredients at our favorite restaurants make us feel happy. That’s because the foods we eat are deeply tied to our memories, our culture and they’re important to nourishing our bodies and supporting oral and overall […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Bobby Raber
Say hello to Dr. Bobby Raber of Dr. Bobby L Raber Pediatric Dentistry in Prescott, Arizona! Dr. Raber is a pediatric dentist who specializes in dentistry for infants, children, teens, and special needs patients. Dr. Raber’s practice focuses on preventive care and treatment to help each child grow a healthy smile and form healthy habits […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Sophie Baird
Say hello to Dr. Sophie Baird of Pima Pediatric Dentistry in Tucson, Arizona! Dr. Sophie is a pediatric dentist who specializes in behavioral management for children and finding ways to make each visit to the dentist a comfortable experience for kids and caregivers. Dr. Sophie grew up in the Ivory Coast, West Africa and Nice, […]