Where the money goes
For over 25 years our 501(c)(3) has raised funds to light up Ahwatukee with the Million White Lights Display along Chandler Boulevard during the holiday season. Each year, additional money raised is donated back to the community through our partner charities.
Being newly named Light Up Ahwatukee lets us support many different local charities — not only through our two mainstay events, but through additional fundraisers throughout the year.
Contributed to Ahwatukee nonprofits over LUA's 30-year history.
- Kyrene Foundation
- Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee
- Girls Rule Foundation
- The Mellonhead Foundation
- Y OPAS
- Lights, Camera, Action
- Armer Foundation
- My Special World
- Hope for the Homeless
How selection works
Apply
The application must be completed in full by a steering member, director or principal of the charitable organization before selection can be completed.
Review
The Light Up Ahwatukee Committee evaluates each applicant. If your organization is selected, a representative may be asked to make a brief presentation to our board and committee.
Share of proceeds
LUA distributes a portion of each year's event proceeds to the chosen charities in proportion to their contributions — number of volunteers at each event, sponsor donation assistance, marketing support and more.
Charity partner application
To be completed by a steering member, director or principal of the organization.
Questions? Email info@lightupahwatukee.org.