what they call their work
what they do
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Memorial and Honorific Community Projects 16 activities
- Community Engagement and OutreachThe organization engages with various stakeholders, including survivors, victims' families, first responders, and the broader community, through meetings, public forums, and events to gather input and foster community involvement in the memorial project.
- Community Engagement and OutreachThe organization engages with the community through stakeholder meetings with survivors and first responders, public forums to gather feedback on memorial designs, and events like "Dine On Your Corner" to raise funds and awareness. They also organize workshops to transform tribute materials into art.
- Community Engagement and OutreachThe organization engages with the community through stakeholder meetings with survivors, victims' families, first responders, and medical personnel, and hosts public forums and workshops to gather feedback and transform tribute materials into art.
- Community Engagement and OutreachEngages the community through stakeholder meetings with survivors and first responders, public forums for feedback on memorial design, and workshops to transform tribute materials into art.
- Community Engagement and OutreachThe organization engages with the community through stakeholder meetings with survivors and first responders, public forums to gather feedback on memorial designs, and events like "Dine On Your Corner" to raise funds and awareness. They also host public workshops to transform tribute materials into art.
- Community Engagement and Public ConsultationThe organization engages the community through stakeholder meetings with survivors and victims' families, public forums, and presentations to gather feedback and inform the vision and design of the permanent memorial. They also host public events and workshops related to the memorial.
- Creating and Displaying Digital and Physical ExhibitsThe organization creates digital collections of memorial tribute materials hosted on the Arizona Memory Project website and organizes physical exhibits of these materials at Pima County Public Library branches, sharing them through various digital and social media platforms.
- Creating and Displaying Digital and Physical ExhibitsThe organization creates digital collections of memorial tribute materials hosted on the Arizona Memory Project website and organizes physical exhibits of these materials at Pima County Public Library branches. They also share tribute materials through various digital platforms.
- Creating and Displaying Digital and Physical ExhibitsThe organization creates digital collections of memorial tribute materials hosted on the Arizona Memory Project website and organizes physical exhibits of these materials at Pima County Public Library branches to share the tributes with the public.
- Creating and Displaying Memorial ExhibitsThe organization creates and displays physical exhibits of memorial tribute materials at public venues, such as Pima County Public Library branches, and develops digital collections of these materials for online access through platforms like the Arizona Memory Project.
- Creating and Sharing Digital Memorial CollectionsThe organization creates and hosts digital collections of memorial tribute materials on the Arizona Memory Project website and shares these materials through Pinterest, digital exhibits, and social media outlets.
- Exhibiting Memorial TributesThe organization organizes and displays physical exhibits of memorial tribute materials at Pima County Public Library branches, showcasing community-created memorial materials.
- Exhibiting and Sharing Memorial TributesCreates and displays physical exhibits of memorial tribute materials at public library branches, develops digital collections hosted on the Arizona Memory Project website, and shares materials through Pinterest and social media.
- Fundraising EventsThe organization organizes fundraising events, such as "Dine On Your Corner," where local restaurants donate a percentage of sales to support the memorial.
- Fundraising for the Memorial ProjectConducts the "Together We Thrive" capital campaign, organizes fundraising events like "Dine On Your Corner," and secures matching commitments to fund the memorial's implementation.
- Promoting Memorial Through Digital ChannelsThe organization shares tribute materials and promotes the memorial through various digital platforms, including Pinterest, digital exhibits, and social media.
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Memorial Development & Installation 7 activities
- Dedicating the MemorialThe organization dedicated a memorial on January 8, 2018, at El Presidio Park to honor survivors, victims' families, and the Southern Arizona Community.
- Developing and Funding a Permanent MemorialThe organization provides strategic planning and financial support for the development of a permanent memorial, including selecting a design team, engaging the community in the design process, and conducting a capital campaign to fund its implementation. They also dedicated a memorial on January 8, 2018, at El Presidio Park.
- Developing and Funding a Permanent MemorialThe organization provides strategic planning and financial support for the development of a permanent memorial, including selecting a design team, engaging the community in the design process, and conducting a capital campaign to fund its implementation. They dedicated a memorial on January 8, 2018, and are working towards breaking ground on a permanent memorial in Downtown Tucson.
- Developing and Funding a Permanent MemorialThe organization provides strategic planning and financial support for the development of a permanent memorial, including selecting a design team, engaging the community in the design process, and conducting a capital campaign to fund its implementation. They also secured a commitment to match $1 million in donations for the memorial.
- Developing and Funding a Permanent MemorialThe organization provides strategic planning and financial support for the development of a permanent memorial, including selecting a design team, engaging the community in the design process, and conducting a capital campaign to fund its implementation. They dedicated a memorial on January 8, 2018, and are working towards breaking ground on a permanent memorial in Downtown Tucson.
- Developing and Funding a Permanent MemorialThe organization provides strategic planning and financial support for the development of a permanent memorial, including selecting a design team, conducting a capital campaign, and securing matching donations. This culminated in the dedication of a memorial on January 8, 2018, at El Presidio Park.
- Developing and Maintaining the January 8th MemorialProvided strategic planning and financial support for the development of a permanent memorial, including selecting a design team, conducting public consultations, and dedicating the memorial on January 8, 2018, at El Presidio Park.
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Memorial Design Research and Community Input 6 activities
- Research for Memorial DevelopmentThe organization conducts research to inform the vision for the permanent memorial, including reviewing public input received after the tragedy and researching other memorial sites across the country.
- Research for Memorial DevelopmentThe organization conducts research to inform the vision for the permanent memorial, including reviewing public input received after the tragedy and studying other memorial sites across the country.
- Research for Memorial DevelopmentThe organization conducts research to inform the vision for the permanent memorial, including reviewing public input received after the tragedy and researching other memorial sites across the country.
- Research for Memorial DevelopmentReviews public input and researches other memorial sites nationwide to inform the vision and design of the permanent memorial.
- Research for Memorial DevelopmentThe organization conducts research by reviewing public input received after the tragedy and studying other memorial sites nationwide to inform the vision and design of the permanent memorial.
- Researching Memorial Best PracticesThe organization conducts research by reviewing public input and studying other memorial sites nationwide to inform the vision and design of the permanent memorial.
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Memorial Tribute Archiving & Curation 5 activities
- Archiving and Preserving Memorial TributesThe organization collects, preserves, and maintains an archive of over 500 linear feet of memorial tribute materials from spontaneous memorial sites, utilizing volunteers to unpack, categorize, document, and provide basic preservation treatments for these items.
- Archiving and Preserving Memorial TributesCollects, preserves, and maintains an archive of over 500 linear feet of memorial tribute materials from the January 8, 2011 shootings, utilizing volunteers for inventory, sorting, scanning, and photography.
- Archiving and Preserving Memorial TributesThe organization collects, preserves, and archives tribute materials from spontaneous memorial sites following the January 8, 2011 shootings. This includes maintaining an archive of over 500 linear feet of materials, utilizing volunteers for inventory and documentation, and providing basic preservation treatments.
- Archiving and Preserving Memorial TributesThe organization collects, preserves, and maintains an archive of over 500 linear feet of memorial tribute materials from spontaneous memorial sites following the January 8, 2011 shootings. This includes inventorying, categorizing, documenting, and providing basic preservation treatments for items such as cards, letters, signs, and stuffed toys, with significant volunteer support.
- Collecting and Preserving Memorial TributesThe organization collects, preserves, and archives tribute materials from spontaneous memorial sites following the January 8, 2011 shootings, maintaining an archive of over 500 linear feet of diverse items. This includes initial preservation treatments and ongoing inventory projects with volunteer support.
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Uncategorized 12 activities
- Advocacy for Memorial FundingSupports legislation to provide state funding for the memorial, such as HB 2436 introduced by Representative Todd Clodfelter.
- Advocating for Memorial FundingThe organization supports legislation to secure state funding for the memorial.
- Advocating for Memorial FundingThe organization supports legislative efforts, such as HB 2436, to secure state funding for the memorial project.
- Advocating for Memorial FundingThe organization supports legislation aimed at securing state funding for the memorial.
- Advocating for Memorial FundingThe organization supports legislation to secure state funding for the memorial.
- Advocating for Memorial FundingThe organization supports legislation to secure state funding for the memorial project.
- Community Distribution of Memorial ItemsDistributes appropriate memorial items, such as stuffed animals, to children in the community and donates American flags to organizations like Flags for the Flagless.
- Community Outreach with Memorial ItemsThe organization distributes collected memorial items, such as stuffed animals, to children in the community and donates other items, like American flags, to relevant organizations.
- Donating Collected ItemsThe organization donates collected items from spontaneous memorials, such as American flags to Flags for the Flagless and stuffed animals to children in the community.
- Donating Memorial ItemsThe organization donates American flags left at memorials to Flags for the Flagless and distributes stuffed animals collected from spontaneous memorials to children in the community.
- Repurposing Memorial ItemsThe organization repurposes collected memorial items by donating American flags to Flags for the Flagless and distributing stuffed animals to children in the community.
- Repurposing Memorial ItemsThe organization distributes collected stuffed animals to children in the community and donates American flags left at memorials to Flags for the Flagless.
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who runs it
- CATHIE BATBIE — VICE PRESIDENT
- DR JOHN PEDICONE — DIRECTOR
- IAN MCDOWELL — DIRECTOR
- JIM ROWLEY — TREASURER
- JONI JONES — SECRETARY
- KAREN CHRISTENSEN — DIRECTOR
- KEN DORUSHKA — DIRECTOR
- MARICELA SOLIS DE KESTER — DIRECTOR
- MARK KIMBLE — DIRECTOR
- RON BARBER — PRESIDENT
- ROSS ZIMMERMAN — DIRECTOR
who they work with
- Americans for Responsible Solutions Partner — Encourages elected officials to prevent gun violence and protect responsible gun ownership.
- Arizona House of Representatives Government — Representative Todd Clodfelter introduced legislation (HB 2436) to provide state funding for the memorial.
- Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records Partner — Partnered on the Arizona Memory Project to host a digital collection of memorial tribute materials.
- Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records Partner — Partnered to create a digital collection of tribute materials on the Arizona Memory Project website.
- BEYOND: Commemorate, Celebrate, Commit Partner — Annual community-wide outdoor event to commemorate the anniversary of the shooting, promoting health and well-being through physical activity and social cohesiveness.
- Bentley’s House of Coffee & Tea Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Partner — Provides emotional and spiritual care following disasters through volunteer chaplains.
- Brother John’s Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- Chee Salette Architecture Office Partner — Finalist in the design competition for the January 8th Memorial.
- Chee Salette Architecture Office Partner — Selected in 2015 to design the Memorial and develop a master plan concept for El Presidio Park, and co-hosted public forums.
- Child and Family Resources Partner — Oversees the distribution of stuffed animals through its Healthy Families program.
- City of Tucson Partner — Collaboration with the Mayor's office, as indicated by Jonathan Rothschild's role as Mayor of Tucson and membership on the Memorial Development Committee
- City of Tucson Partner — Maintains the property for the memorial site and supports the permanent memorial.
- City of Tucson Partner — Part of a public-private partnership for the Memorial and El Presidio Park master plan.
- Connie Hillman Foundation Funder — Committed to matching funds for the memorial.
- DOWNTOWN Kitchen + Cocktails Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- Eclectic Café Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- Flags for the Flagless Partner — Received donated American flags from the Foundation that were left at shooting memorials.
- Frost Gelato Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- Fund for Civility, Respect and Understanding Partner — Promotes civility, respect, and understanding, focusing on anti-bullying, reducing mental illness stigma, and conducting civility teachings.
- GRIN (Grandparents In Residence) Partner — Inter-generational mentoring program supporting interactions between retired individuals and those needing support, including projects like Colleges in Classrooms and the Pilates Youth Program.
- Gabrielle Giffords Partner — Honorary co-chair of the "Together We Thrive" capital campaign.
- HOK Partner — Finalist in the design competition for the January 8th Memorial.
- Hilton El Conquistador Resort Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- Ibarra Rosano Design Architects Partner — Finalist in the design competition for the January 8th Memorial.
- Jackie Kain Partner — Part of the design team selected in 2015 for the Memorial and El Presidio Park master plan.
- Jim Click, Jr. Partner — Honorary co-chair of the "Together We Thrive" capital campaign.
- Kautz Family Foundation Funder — Committed to matching $1 million in donations for the memorial.
- Kingfisher Bar & Grill Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.
- La Cocina Partner — Donated a percentage of sales to the memorial during the "Dine On Your Corner" event.