2026 Special Events

Arizona Diamondbacks Derrick Hall President’s Circle Grant Ceremony On Friday, May 8,2026  Power Paws was honored as a recipient of the Derrick Hall President’s Circle Grant. Along with 63 other nonprofit recipients, the organization attended a special pregame reception and received on-field recognition at Chase Field. Power Paws received $5,000, which will fund supplies—including vaccines and health screenings—for service dogs …

Profiles of Success: From Service Dog In-Training to Beloved Companion

Mark McKane and Chloe. Mark first learned about Power Paws after the sudden passing of his golden retriever in January 2025. “I wasn’t ready to commit to a puppy at the time,” Mark explains. Still, he loved dogs and missed having one, so family and friends encouraged him to volunteer with an organization that trains service dogs. Mark contacted Power …

Volunteer Spotlight – Danielle and Nick Spahle

The volunteers at Power Paws play an essential role in every aspect of our programming. From puppy sitting and training to bringing dogs on visits and supporting community events. Volunteers are present at every stage to ensure our service dogs are fully prepared to assist those in need. Joining to Give Back Danielle Spahle has been involved with Power Paws …

Volunteer Spotlight – Chris Boal and Dennis Denzin

Dennis Denzin (left) and Chris Boal (right) The volunteers at Power Paws play an essential role in every aspect of our programming. From puppy sitting and training to bringing dogs on visits and supporting community events. Volunteers are present at every stage to ensure our service dogs are fully prepared and socialized with the right temperament to assist PTSD, Type …

Before and After: Power Paws Locations Over the Years – 2001-2026

Power Paws first location was at Apache Park in Scottsdale.   Over the past 25 years, Power Paws has grown from a small Scottsdale-based organization into a service dog provider located on the Ability360 campus in Phoenix. Ability360 is dedicated to serving people with disabilities, making it an ideal home for Power Paws and the clients it supports. Early Operations …

Event Recap: Power Paws Attends Eastern Star’s Fiesta Day

The Power Paws team was up bright and early on a crisp Saturday in February to attend the Order of the Eastern Star’s Fiesta Day event to provide a demonstration and talk about our program and service dogs. Fiesta Day saw a great turnout of Eastern Star members and their families and friends, with vendors and games throughout. Power Paws …

Event Recap: Power Paws Recognized at The Derrick Hall President’s Circle Grant Ceremony

Power Paws was honored on Friday, May 8 as a recipient of the Derrick Hall President’s Circle Grant. Power Paws joined 63 other nonprofits who received the recognition for a special pre-game reception and on-field recognition at Chase Field ballpark. The afternoon event saw awards presented to recipients, with light snacks and drinks provided alongside mingling with fellow awardees. The …

Volunteer Spotlight: Don & Camille Price

(L to R) Don, Camille, and Willow

The Heart of Power Paws: Dedicated Volunteers The volunteers at Power Paws play an essential role in every aspect of our programming. From puppy sitting and training to bringing dogs on visits and supporting community events. Volunteers are present at every stage to ensure our service dogs are fully prepared to assist those in need. Some volunteers have devoted more …

Remembering Power Paws Friend Anne Stupp

Honoring the Legacy of Anne Stupp Last October, Power Paws lost an incredible ally too soon with the passing of longtime organization friend and donor Anne Stupp. Anne will not soon be forgotten, as she made a lasting impact on Power Paws through her generous donations over the years, adopting a companion animal herself, and by hosting a successful, unexpected …