Class Project

Storm to Shade

ABOUT

Our Project

When the recent microburst swept through Tempe, our community’s landscape changed overnight. Streets once lined with leafy canopies now stand bare. Parks that offered shade and solace now feel exposed.

Storm to Shade is a community-driven fundraiser dedicated to replanting trees across our parks, neighborhoods and shared spaces. Every donation helps turn devastation into renewal — transforming the scars of the storm into new roots, new growth and new shade for generations to come.

Project Goals

Growing Tempe

We will work with the city of Tempe’s sustainability division and urban forester to plant a total of 35 trees in Jaycee and Mitchell Parks.

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$20,000

fundraising goal

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35

trees to be planted

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2

Parks regaining shade

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1

Community growing together

THANK YOU TO OUR

Donors

We really appreciate the following individuals for their generous financial contributions in support of Storm to Shade.

Sandy Haupt Nikki Amberg Karen Scott Joseph O’Rourke Mara Funke Wendy Brooks Tyla Gustoff Nolan Williams Randy Keating Elvis Taska

Tree Sponsors

THANK YOU TO OUR

Business Supporters

A special thank you to the following businesses for supporting our project.

Karri Hill Financial Services
Lights Camera Discover
Ken McDonald Golf Course
State Farm
State Farm

Your support can help us reach our $20,000 fundraising goal

GET INVOLVED

Upcoming Fundraisers

Join us at one of our upcoming events to support Storm to Shade and connect with fellow community members making a difference.

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Tempe is Rooted in Music

calendar iconJanuary 17, 2026
5:00 - 10:00 PM

location pin icon241 E. 15th St.
Tempe, AZ

An evening of live music from Walt Richardson, Sugar Thieves and Szn In The Sun.

See details
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Art Takes Root

calendar iconFebruary 13, 2026

location pin iconRocket Space Gallery

Experience an art show that celebrates community resilience and the importance of green space.

Buy tickets

Stay in touch

Whether through donations or spreading the word, there are many ways to support Storm to Shade and Tempe Leadership Class XLI.