Rosendin Foundation Awards Grant to 100 Club
The foundation raised funds through an annual charity golf tournament held at the Talking Stick Golf Club in Scottsdale.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Rosendin Family Foundation granted $90,000 to the 100 Club of Arizona to procure life-saving equipment for firefighters. The funds were secured during the foundation's fifth annual golf tournament and auction.
Why it matters
The grant provides portable decontamination tools known as Storm Sticks to 50 fire trucks, helping first responders remove toxins linked to cancer. This support addresses the ongoing physical health challenges facing local fire departments.
The $90,000 donation will fund the purchase of 50 portable Storm Sticks for fire trucks. This follows the foundation awarding $200,000 to 12 other local nonprofits in October 2026.
The players
Rosendin Family Foundation
This charitable organization supports various causes through fundraising events and grant distributions.
100 Club of Arizona
This nonprofit provides support services, including mental and physical health initiatives, for first responders and their families.
The details
The 100 Club of Arizona will distribute these decontamination tools to help remove carcinogens that accumulate on gear during emergency responses. The donation follows the July 2026 death of a Salt River Fire Department firefighter due to cancer.
Timeline
July 2026: The Salt River Fire Department lost a firefighter to cancer.
October 20, 2026: The Rosendin Family Foundation golf tournament took place.
Market Landscape
This contribution aligns with a broader trend of private foundations funding the mitigation of occupational cancer risks for first responders. It positions the organization as a key supporter of health infrastructure for Arizona public safety agencies.
Residents benefit from having a better-equipped fire service capable of neutralizing carcinogenic toxins more effectively. This donation directly supports the long-term health and safety of the fire crews responding to emergencies in the region.
The takeaway
Supporting the physical health of first responders remains a critical focus for community organizations following recent losses in the fire service. Maintaining clean equipment is an essential step in reducing the risk of cancer among frontline emergency personnel.
Further reading
Find more details on local charitable efforts in the Scottsdale Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by AZfamily.
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