June 12, 2018
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June 5, 2018
Complete Streets: Making Phoenix Roadways Safer
Phoenix is one of the most unsafe places in America for pedestrians. The Complete Streets Advisory Board (CSAB) has been working for the past several years to increase safety by making Phoenix’s streets safer for everyone to walk, bike, use public transportation, and drive. Unfortunately, this process has hit more than a few road blocks. […] Read more
May 30, 2018
Hunger Doesn’t Go on Vacation: The Need for Summer Food Programs
For many children, summer means days at the pool and quality time spent with their families. However, for some children, summer is associated with hunger. With no school for several weeks, many students will be left wondering where their next meal will come from. 22 million students nationwide depend on free or reduced-price school lunches. […] Read more
May 22, 2018
2018 Farm Bill Update: What You Need to Know
Last month, the House Agriculture Committee introduced their draft of the proposed 2018 Farm Bill. On Friday, May 18th, the House’s draft 2018 Farm Bill was voted down 198-213. As our friends at the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition stated, this House version was “one of the most anti-farmer bills ever seen.” The farm bill, also […] Read more
May 18, 2018
Advocating for Healthy Families and Communities: Arizona 2018 Legislative Update
Over the past few months, Pinnacle Prevention has been involved with a handful of important policy and legislative efforts in Arizona. Along with our incredible partners, we’ve been striving to make Arizona and its residents happier and healthier. Here is a recap of some of the policy work and educational efforts Pinnacle Prevention has been […] Read more
May 10, 2018
Celebrating Mother’s Day with our Team of Littles
At Pinnacle Prevention, our mission is to grow healthy families and communities. Accomplishing that starts right in our own office, where we are dedicated to uplifting our working moms and their families each and every day. To celebrate Mother’s Day, we asked everyone to share their favorite moments with their Pinnacle Prevention Littles: Kathleen […] Read more
April 24, 2018
*UPDATED* Resources for parents and children during the #RedforEd walkout
At Pinnacle Prevention, we believe teachers are the heart and soul of our communities. Quality education for all children is critical to breaking the cycle of poverty. UPDATED 4/30: Many schools are still closed for the #REDforED walkout, and it is uncertain how long the walkout will last at this point in time. Click here for […] Read more
April 20, 2018
Stay active, have fun, and celebrate the Earth this week
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to go out and see it for yourself? Here at Pinnacle Prevention, we believe everyone should take advantage of the beautiful places our state has to offer to feel healthy, happy, and active. Here are some of our favorite ways to celebrate the Earth, and tips for […] Read more
April 13, 2018