Friday, November 21 | 11:00 am Join us as we highlight philanthropic leaders and the profound impact they have in our lives, our community, and our world. Together, let’s celebrate the spirit of generosity and the transformative power of giving that has shaped our community for more than 40 years. NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY LUNCHEON 2025 JW Marriott Camelback Inn 5402 E. Lincoln Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Save the Date Friday, November 21 | 11:00 am Scan the QR Code or visit www.afpaz.org to submit your honoree and purchase tickets today! The AFP Greater Arizona Chapter is committed to recognizing the incredible contributions of donors, grantors, volunteers, and philanthropists across Arizona at the Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon.

FRONTDOORS MAGAZINE | 59 How one artist’s paintings are bringing light, beauty and healing to a community seeking a fresh start BY MICHELLE JACOBY A Brush With Purpose W hen artist Betsy Vincent picked up a paintbrush at age 7, her mother, also a painter, gave her a piece of advice that would shape a lifetime of creativity: “Paint what you love, and you’ll always get a good painting.” More than seven decades later, that simple line still echoes, this time across the walls of Ozanam Manor and De Paul Manor, transitional shelters for people experiencing homelessness at St. Vincent de Paul. What used to be bare hallways are now bursting with more than 400 of Vincent’s paintings — portraits, still lifes, vibrant slices of everyday life — and they’re doing more than just decorating. They’re bringing joy, dignity and healing to a community seeking just that. “This has just been such a gift to me,” Vincent said. “After I’m gone, these paintings will still be there, still filled with color, still bringing light to someone passing by. That’s the greatest gift I could ask for.” Betsy Vincent with the vibrant world she creates on canvas. Photos courtesy of St. Vincent de Paul by Troy Hill A 2ND ACT A 2ND ACT