Photos from Past Events
Listed here is a photo gallery from the Banner Health Foundation's special events.
An Evening of Gratitude Reception (Tucson) :: March 2025
Guests enjoyed the gorgeous views of Hacienda Del Sol at the Evening of Gratitude reception.
WISH Presents - Be a BRAINIAC When it Comes to Stroke :: March 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our WISH luncheon, Be a BRAINIAC When it Comes to Stroke. We were honored to feature Dr. Andrei Alexandrov, Department Chair of Neurology, UA College of Medicine – Phoenix and Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, who discussed about stroke symptoms, interventions and new treatments.
Kickin' it in the Kitchen: Cooking Demo & WISH Member Mixer :: Feb. 2025
Members enjoyed the company of fellow WISH members at this members-only mixer which included a charcuterie board demonstration by Linda Hopkins of Harmony Boards. Each WISH program is part of a series that addresses our organization's mission to raise awareness of women's and family health issues through education and philanthropic support.
WISH Presents - Out of the Shadows: Shining a Light on Contemporary Care for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder :: Jan. 2025
Thank you for joining us at our Lunch and Learn program, Out of the Shadows: Shining a Light on Contemporary Care for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder, featuring Ayman Fanous, MD, Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. Each WISH program is part of a series that raises awareness of women's and family health issues through education and philanthropic support.
Banner Children’s Diamond Children’s Play Zone Ribbon Cutting :: Dec. 2024
Thanks to everyone who attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Play Zone at Diamond Children's Medical Center Tucson!
WISH Presents - Women's Wellness Retreat :: Nov. 2024
We had a fun and educational morning at the third annual Breathe, Balance, Brunch: Women’s Wellness Retreat at Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale! Thank you to all of our sponsors for generously supporting this event with proceeds benefitting WISH.
Pulse of the City Soiree :: Oct. 2024
The Pulse of the City Soiree, presented by Arizona College of Nursing, was a huge success! Thank you to our guests and sponsors who joined us for an elegant and festive evening—all to support pediatric cancer care and research at Banner Children’s medical centers in Arizona.
Arizona Diamondbacks Pitching & Hitting Tunnels Dedication Event :: May 2024
The Arizona Diamondbacks recently announced a $1 million charitable gift from the team to the Banner Health Foundation to help make professional-level baseball training available to young players from across the Valley. Leaders from both Banner Health and the Diamondbacks were on hand at Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale’s High Performance Center to officially dedicate the Pitching & Hitting Tunnels.
Banner Children's Open :: April 2024
Special thanks to everyone for their support of the Banner Children's Open, presented by Innovaccer! Proceeds from this year's tournament benefit the Child Life program at at Banner Children’s at Desert, Banner Children’s at Thunderbird, Diamond Children’s Medical Center, and Banner Ironwood Medical Center.
An Evening of Gratitude Reception (Phoenix) :: March 2024
Guests enjoyed the gorgeous views of Camelback Mountain at the Evening of Gratitude reception.
An Evening of Gratitude Reception (Tucson) :: March 2024
Guests enjoyed the gorgeous views of Hacienda Del Sol at the Evening of Gratitude reception.
WISH Presents - Breaking News: It Might Not be the Ice Cream! How Women's Endocrine Systems Affect Weight Gain luncheon :: March 2024
Thank you to our attendees for joining us at the sold-out WISH luncheon, "Breaking News: It Might Not be the Ice Cream! How Women's Endocrine Systems Affect Weight Gain" – featuring Christian Nasr, MD, Division Chief of Endocrinology at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix. Hosted at Paul Martin's American Grill in Scottsdale, attendees enjoyed a delectable lunch and great company while learning about the complexity of women’s health.
WISH Presents - Simply the Breast :: Nov. 2023
"Simply the Breast: Screening through Survivorship,” was presented by Brittany L. Murphy, MD, MS, FACS, breast surgical oncologist with Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Hosted at Paul Martin's American Grill in Scottsdale, attendees enjoyed a delectable lunch and great company while learning about the latest breast cancer screening recommendations, types of diagnostic imaging, cancer types and staging, treatment options including surgery, and long-term recovery and survivorship.
Play Zone Groundbreaking Event :: Oct. 2023
Thanks to everyone who attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Play Zone at Diamond Children's Medical Center Tucson!
Pulse of the City Soiree :: Oct. 2023
The Pulse of the City Soiree, presented by CureIS Healthcare, Inc., was a huge success! Thank you to our guests and sponsors who joined us for an elegant and festive evening—all to support kids being cared for in our three Banner Children’s medical centers in Arizona.
WISH Presents - Women's Wellness Retreat :: Sept. 2023
We had a fun and educational morning at the second annual Breathe, Balance, Brunch: Women’s Wellness Retreat at the new, state-of-the-art Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale! Thank you to all of our sponsors for generously supporting this event with proceeds benefitting WISH.
WISH Presents - Brain Breakthrough in Alzheimer's Treatment :: May 2023
We enjoyed seeing everyone at “Brain Breakthroughs in Alzheimer's Treatment: Medications, Genetic Screening, and Hope on the Horizon," presented by Jessica Langbaum, Ph.D., Director of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Initiative at Banner Alzheimer’s Institute. Hosted at Paul Martin's American Grill in Scottsdale, attendees enjoyed a delectable lunch to learn how new medications and genetic screening are combining to slow progress of Alzheimer’s symptoms.
Banner Children's Open :: April 2023
Special thanks to everyone for their support of the Banner Children's Open, presented by Innovaccer! Proceeds from this year's tournament benefit the Child Life program at our three Banner Children’s medical centers in Mesa, Glendale and Tucson.
WISH Presents - CAR-T Therapy luncheon :: Jan. 2023
We enjoyed seeing everyone at the CAR-T Therapy luncheon, presented by Matt Ulrickson, MD, Hematology Oncology. Guests were treated to a delectable lunch and an engaging program on how