activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 11
- Engage and counsel individuals experiencing homelessness Homeless Health Navigation & Care AccessEngages and counsels individuals experiencing homelessness through Outreach Navigators and DTPHX Ambassadors to connect them to services, with the program expanding to include two navigators extending services north to Margaret T. Hance Park.
- Engage and counsel individuals experiencing homelessness Homeless Health Navigation & Care AccessEngages and counsels individuals experiencing homelessness through Outreach Navigators and DTPHX Ambassadors to connect them to services, with the program expanded to include two navigators extending services north to Margaret T. Hance Park.
- Manage event venue resources Destination Marketing & Event SupportManages "The DTPHX Venue Menu," a resource designed to help event producers and meeting planners navigate programmable spaces within the 90-square-block Enhanced Municipal Services District.
- Manage the DTPHX Community Resource Hub Community Resource Directory DevelopmentManages the DTPHX Community Resource Hub, a shared facility that connects community members with essential services, aggregates information from various service providers, and provides a coordinated base for outreach and community support in Downtown Phoenix.
- Manage the Street Pole Banner Program Public Space Beautification & Signage EnhancementManages the Street Pole Banner Program, utilizing over 300 decorative banners to enhance the streetscape and publicize events, organizations, and activities in the Downtown Business Core.
- Manage the Street Pole Banner Program Public Space Beautification & Signage EnhancementManages the Street Pole Banner Program, utilizing decorative banners on over 300 poles to enhance the streetscape and publicize events, organizations, and activities in the Downtown Business Core.
- Produce and host events Community Festival & Event OrganizationProduces and hosts signature events such as Urban Wine Walk, Urban Ale Trail, Lotería, Winter Wanderland, PJ’s in the Park, "CAN I KICK IT?", and a Wellness Fair, while also sponsoring other local events.
- Promote and support local events and businesses Destination Marketing & Event SupportProvides marketing and event production to Greater Downtown, promotes local events through its "What's Happening Guide" and social media, partners with local events for planning and permits, and manages a resource for event producers to navigate programmable spaces.
- Provide enhanced municipal services Business Improvement District ServicesDelivers enhanced municipal services to the Downtown business core of Phoenix, including a roving hospitality team providing services such as walking escorts, sunscreen, and directions seven days a week, 365 days a year.
- Provide marketing and event support Destination Marketing & Event SupportProvides marketing and event production support to Greater Downtown, promotes local events through various channels, and assists event producers with planning, licensing, and permits, including managing a resource for programmable spaces.
- Provide marketing and event support Destination Marketing & Event SupportProvides marketing and event production support to Greater Downtown, promotes local events through its "What's Happening Guide" and social media, and partners with local events and festivals by assisting with planning, licensing, and permits.
capacity building · 1
- Manage work plans for community organizations Stakeholder Coordination CouncilsManages the work plans for Phoenix Community Alliance and the Downtown Phoenix Community Development Corporation.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Centralized Resource Hub centralized resource hubOperating a centralized, collaborative space connects community members with essential services, enhancing outreach and response to community needs.
- Centralized Resource Hub for Community Services centralized_resource_hubThe organization operates a centralized, collaborative space to connect community members with essential services, support outreach, and coordinate responses to critical needs such as housing, health, and public safety, aiming to simplify navigation of available services.
- Centralized Resource Hub for Community Services centralized_resource_hubThe organization operates a centralized, collaborative space to connect community members with essential services, support outreach, and coordinate responses to critical needs such as housing, health, and public safety, aiming to simplify navigation of available resources.
- Community Engagement community_engagementActivating street-level businesses and public spaces through family-friendly events enhances the experience in Downtown Phoenix, making it safe, enjoyable, and memorable.
- Community-Driven Campaign community-driven campaignLeading grassroots campaigns to combat homelessness and the affordable housing deficit simplifies navigation of available services and raises awareness.
- Cultural Celebration cultural_celebrationCelebrating cultural events, such as Black History Month, fosters community engagement and recognition of diverse histories.
- Enhancing the Downtown Experience through Urban Planning and Aesthetics urban_planningThe organization believes that improving the physical environment, including sidewalk experiences and visual aesthetics, directly contributes to a better Downtown, impacting the city's culture, perception, and overall enjoyment for visitors, employees, and residents.
- Equitable Community Development community_developmentAdvancing diverse and inclusive housing options is crucial for building a more equitable Downtown and addressing community needs.
- Fostering Community Growth and Inclusivity through Collaboration and Engagement community_developmentThe organization facilitates collaboration, cultivates connections, and engages the community through events and initiatives to build a stronger, more inclusive, and vital city core, addressing aspects like equitable housing, sustainable growth, and accessible services.
- Fostering Community Growth and Inclusivity through Collaboration and Engagement community_developmentThe organization facilitates collaboration, cultivates connections, and engages the community through events and initiatives to build a stronger, more inclusive, and vital city core, addressing aspects like equitable housing, sustainable growth, and memorable experiences.
- Urban Planning for Cultural Impact urban_planningImproving the sidewalk experience is essential for cultivating a better Downtown, as it significantly impacts the city's culture and public perception.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
DTPHX Ambassadors
An Enhanced Municipal Service providing hospitality services (e.g., walking escorts, directions, car battery jumps) and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the Downtown Core.
DTPHX CAN I KICK IT?
An annual event celebrating Black History Month at Civic Space Park.
DTPHX Community Resource Hub
A centralized facility connecting community members with essential services, supporting outreach efforts, and strengthening coordinated responses to community needs around housing, health, and public safety.
DTPHX Venue Menu
A resource for event producers and meeting planners to navigate programmable spaces within the Enhanced Municipal Services District, including photos, capacity, and amenities.
DTPHX Wellness Fair
An annual event dedicated to movement, mindfulness, and connection, offering free workouts and interactions with local wellness vendors and businesses.
Event Services
Produces signature events (e.g., Urban Wine Walk, Urban Ale Trail), promotes local events, partners with and sponsors local events and festivals to activate street-level businesses and public spaces.
Outreach Navigators
Engages and counsels individuals experiencing homelessness to connect them to needed services, operating within the Downtown Business Core and expanded to Margaret T. Hance Park.
Street Pole Banner Program
Manages the exclusive use of decorative banners on over 300 poles in the Downtown Business Core to enhance the streetscape and publicize special events, organizations, and activities.
We’re In This Together Campaign
A community-driven campaign aggregating service providers, non-profit organizations, and crisis hotlines to combat homelessness and the affordable housing crisis in the region.
relationships · 47
who they work with
- A New Leaf Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- ASU Career Services Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- ASU Edson College of Nursing & Innovation Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- ASU Parks, Recreation, and Sports Management Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- ASU Smart Walk Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- ASU Wellness Ambassadors Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- Alla Herbs Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- Arizona Cocktail Week Partner — Sponsored the event.
- Arizona Housing Inc. Partner — Provides resources to individuals experiencing homelessness; developer, owner, and operator of permanent affordable supportive housing.
- Balancing My Life Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- City of Phoenix’s Community Assistance Program (CAP) Partner — Works alongside the organization at the Community Resource Hub and is an in-house partner.
- City of Phoenix’s Office of Homeless Solutions Partner — Partners in managing the DTPHX Community Resource Hub.
- Downtown Phoenix Community Development Corporation Partner — Manages work plans for this affiliate organization.
- Downtown Phoenix Community Development Corporation Partner — Works towards building a more equitable Downtown by advancing diverse and inclusive housing options.
- Downtown Phoenix Inc. Partner — Delivers Enhanced Municipal Services to the Downtown Core through the DTPHX Ambassadors.
- Downtown Phoenix Inc. Partner — Leads a grassroots community-driven campaign to combat homelessness and the rising affordable housing deficit.
- Fusion on First Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- Grand Ave. Festival Partner — Sponsored the event.
- Heartjoy Transformation Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- La Frontera EMPACT-SPC Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- Longevity Lab Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- Nourish PHX Partner — Provides resources to individuals experiencing homelessness; helps with everyday basic needs like food, clothing, shoes, and toiletries.
- Orangetheory Fitness Downtown Phoenix Partner — Participated as a vendor in the DTPHX Wellness Fair 2026.
- Phoenix Community Alliance Partner — Affiliate organization that activates and advocates through committee initiatives, builds consensus and generates progress on issues integral to Downtown.
- Phoenix Community Alliance Partner — Manages work plans for this affiliate organization.
- Phoenix Community Alliance Partner — Membership affiliate of Downtown Phoenix Inc. with a Social & Housing Advancement Committee.
- Phoenix Community Alliance Partner — Membership affiliate that works with Downtown Phoenix Inc. to create a more walkable, interesting and vibrant community.
- Phoenix Community Alliance (PCA) Partner — The DTPHX Venue Menu includes Members of Phoenix Community Alliance (PCA) and is an exclusive deliverable for PCA Members.
- Phoenix Pizza Festival Partner — Partnered on the event, providing support with planning, licensing and permits.
- Phoenix Police Department’s Downtown Operations Unit Partner — Works alongside the organization at the Community Resource Hub and is an in-house partner.
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