42 FRONTDOORS MEDIA | DECEMBER 2019 THE FUTURE The foundation has distributed more than $110,000 and provided life-changing assistance to more than 120 Arizona families. “I am grateful to our supporters, and I can see the foundation continuing to grow and help even more families,” Alfonso said. Currently, the foundation only focuses on families in Arizona but hopes to expand its reach to help families nationwide. Alfonso also dreams of being able to offer not just financial assistance, but a place for families to go in their time of need. “I would love to one day provide affordable living to these families, so they don’t have to worry about being kicked out or moving in the middle of their child’s treatment. I want them to have a safe and clean environment to go home to,” Alfonso said. Having a child with a severe or ongoing illness can happen to any family. It can turn the family’s world upside down and impact all aspects of their lives. With an outpouring of support from donors and the community, PFF can help these families get back on their feet. The foundation has distributed more than $110,000 and provided life-changing assistance to more than 120 Arizona families. “I am grateful to our supporters, and I can see the foundation continuing to grow and help even more families.”

Catie Richman CONTRIBUTING WRITER catie@frontdoorsmedia.com “It’s hard to think about, but if your child was to get sick, what do you do?” asked Alfonso. “It’s great that we have people that will be there for you and lift you up. I almost pinch myself that people believe in this mission as much as I do.” To learn more, visit pearcefamilyfoundation.com .