About Us

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Together, We Are Building a Healthier Future

Dignity Health Foundation – East Valley is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering wellness through the power of collective philanthropy. As part of the CommonSpirit Health family, we partner with our neighbors and local leaders to advance the quality, accessibility, and innovation of healthcare across the East Valley of Central Arizona.

Our Commitment to the East Valley

For more than four decades, our philanthropic efforts have served as the bridge between medical necessity and life-changing care. We are proud to support the patients, families, and healthcare teams served by:

Humankindness in Action

We believe that care is more than just clinical treatment—it is the presence of empathy, dignity, and grace. Your contributions directly fund the resources necessary to bring this philosophy to life:

  • Medical Excellence: Equipping our facilities with state-of-the-art, life-saving technology.

  • Advanced Innovation: Supporting medical education and research that transforms clinical practice.

  • Community Outreach: Expanding access to care for the most vulnerable neighbors in our community.

You Are the Heart of Our Work

Whether you are a patient, a family member, a donor, or a volunteer, you are at the center of everything we do. We invite you to connect your passions with our purpose. When you support the Foundation, you aren’t just giving to a hospital—you are investing in the health and vitality of your own family, friends, and neighbors.

 

 


Our Promise & Commitment to Ethics

Due to an operating grant from our medical Centers, the Dignity Health Foundation - East Valley is able to assure our donors that 100% of their donation will be used to support the services and projects they specify.

The Foundation adheres to the Association of Fundraising Professionals' “Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice.” Information on the code, including the Donor Bill of Rights, is available at www.afpnet.org/ethics.

Examples of our commitment to ethical practices include:

  • We honor each donor’s intent by using restricted gifts only for their designated purpose.
  • We protect donors’ information and do not provide or sell mailing lists to other organizations.
  • We mail letters you may give to your tax professional and provide reports at any time. 

TAX INFORMATION: 
The Foundation's Tax ID is 74-2418514 

Foundation 501(c)(3) Letter - including support organization information

Foundation Arizona Tax Exempt Letter 2025

Foundation 2026 W-9

The Dignity Health Foundation - East Valley is a nonprofit corporation as provided under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a support organization.  Contributions are tax deductible in accordance with state and federal regulations.  You may also visit our page on the Arizona Corporation Commission. 

For more information, contact the Foundation by calling 480.728.3931 or visit the Contact Us page.

Please Note:
In accordance with our mission to develop and secure funding for the benefit of the hospitals and the outreach programs they provide to our community, the Dignity Health  Foundation - East Valley - provides funding only for patient care and programs at our hospitals. We do not provide grants or funding for outside organizations or events.