Tucson Lifestyle • March 2020 • Women of IMPACT

The following 20 women (listed alphabetically) are being recognized for their community involvement in honor of IMPACT of Southern Arizona’s 20th anniversary.

The Women of IMPACT Luncheon was created as IMPACT of Southern Arizona’s annual event to recognize the women and businesses giving back in the community. With a weekly Woman of IMPACT Wednesday campaign, as well as nominations and submissions, more than 70 women have been recognized. Each year, some are honored during the luncheon.

This year, IMPACT of Southern Arizona is celebrating 20 years of good works and more than $22 million reinvested back into the community through their programs and resources. Preceding the luncheon is a resource and vendor fair (with free chair massages!) to help attendees learn more about healthy living, becoming connected and giving back. The program continues with highlighting this year’s 20 Women of IMPACT, and honoring outstanding corporate partners, businesses, volunteers and community supporters who have helped make a difference in our city.

All proceeds benefit the community programs of IMPACT of Southern Arizona, which works to stabilize families, support seniors and move people out of poverty by improving lives and inspiring futures. Learn more at impactsoaz.org

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Vendor Resource Area and silent auction 12-1:30 p.m. 20 Years of IMPACT, honoree recognition and keynote speaker For information or tickets, visit Impactofsoaz.org

This 100 percent volunteer-run group gives all of each member’s $100 donation to a selected charity they choose each quarter. The organization has given more than $300,000 to 17 local charities in just four years.

Bermudez is actively working with startups across the Arizona-Sonora area by implementing Startup Unidos to create binational business opportunities, and is honored for her contributions throughout the community.

Since being elected to the board, Bronson has advocated for economic development policies: growing highwage jobs while reducing income disparities, improving regional livability and reform for our criminal justice system.

Even with merging Sasiadek’s Print Solutions and Silverado Technologies last year, Duffy has continued to serve on numerous boards and committees, including Angel Charity, Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona and more.

Ellsworth and her team approach their workshops by empowering women with financial tools and education designed by and for them. They hold no cost/no solicitation financial education workshops to help instill confidence in their clients.

Hamilton’s 100 percent estate winery uses only fruit that they grow to make their wines. Rescued Hearts Cellars will become a nonprofit fundraiser for animals with critical care veterinary needs.

Sergeant Haught is working toward raising awareness and building a holistic facility for female survivors of sex trafficking. The Ranch will provide a homelike environment, therapeutic programs, education, job training and more.

The foundation provides high-quality childcare with affordable prices and extended hours to first responders and military families to alleviate one of the biggest stressors young families face.

The late Susan Kinkade spent her life in nursing with a focus on an Emergency Room practice. She developed and implemented injury prevention programs throughout the community.

In this school, which was created as a learning community for students from families of limited financial means, Santiago works toward strengthening leadership skills in students, and actively mentors some alumni.

Artist and gallery owner Madaras is president of the nonprofit Art for Animals Foundation, which has raised $200,000+ to help abused, injured and orphaned animals. She currently concentrates her fundraising on Tucson Wildlife Center.

A portion of this resale bridal boutique’s proceeds has helped fund services for more than 100 survivors of sexual exploitation or sex trafficking. The shop’s associated Masterpiece Mentorship Program works with these survivors.

This practice provides pediatric behavioral therapy to children with autism in a diverse population, predominately working with lowincome families. Margaillan is passionate about promoting women’s empowerment and STEM learning.

A wedding and event planning business for people on a budget, Ochoa’s licensed, insured vendors create beautiful events. With subscriptions to Pop Saves, $2, $4, or $6 goes to support first responder charities.

As a nurse in the Endoscopy unit, Schaefer focuses on each patient with a heart for service. She recently chaired the 2019 Chair for El Rio Community Health Center’s gala, and will chair the 2022 Tucson Heart & Stroke Ball.

Dr. Arianna focuses on peri- and postmenopausal and sexual health, as well as regenerative aesthetic procedures. She won the 2016 Health and Medical Leaders Award, and wrote The Menopause Myth last year.

A heart attack survivor and Mayo Clinic-trained WomenHeart Champion, Smith is determined to help women and their significant others know the signs of heart attack, and to educate and advocate for women with heart disease.

For 20 years, Stauffer has helmed this important nonprofit, helping to build the connections that enabled the organization to grow. She strives to connect people of all ages to a world of opportunities through literacy and creative expression.

As well as working to provide medical, dental, behavioral and rehabilitative therapy services to ~7,000 children in Southern Arizona, Thomas secured a $700,000 grant from Angel Charity for an Autism Center of Excellence for kids.

This mother of four and grandmother of nine has a background in resale, and as general manager for 15 years, has helped Golden Goose raise more than $13 million for its sister charities, of which IMPACT of Southern Arizona is one.

Women of IMPACT Luncheon Friday, Mar. 20 The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Vendor Resource Area and silent auction 12-1:30 p.m. 20 Years of IMPACT, honoree recognition and keynote speaker For information or tickets, visit Impactofsoaz.org