You might say Michael Maroon’s foray into the financial planning industry was by “divine appointment.” As the pastor in one of the largest Methodist churches in the country, he was responsible for creating and managing the congregation’s financial planning workshops. The program was so successful, he was eventually recruited into the financial planning space by the very advisors he recommended to his congregates.

Every year, as many as 200 Fountain Hills boys and girls don a ball cap and step out onto a Fountain Hills baseball diamond as a member of the Fountain Hills Little League. Thanks in part to a $2,500 grant from the Fountain Hills Community Foundation, the all-in cost for families to participate is only $150.

The Fountain Hills Community Foundation will kick off its 2022 Giving Season by accepting grant applications beginning December 20th through January 31st, 2022. Applicants can apply directly online at www.fountainhillsgives.com.

When you ask seven-year-old Sydney Hagerman what she wants to be when she grows up, she says she wants to be either a painter or a singer. Judging from the beautiful butterfly she painted for the Fountain Hills Community Foundation’s 2021 Flutter at the Fountain fundraiser, she already has a head start on becoming an exceptional artist.“

Our charitable planning seminars are designed to answer basic questions about creating a wealth transfer plan for area residents who haven’t thought about financial planning. To date, we’ve held two seminars, with plans to host additional sessions.

The Fountain Hills Community Foundation has storied roots, dating back to its days as the Sunridge Foundation in 1995. We are a community foundation in every sense of the word. As we enter a new era of leadership, we felt it prudent to ensure that the administrative structure reflected our strong ties to the Fountain Hills community.