O n Sept. 13, 2021, trustees of Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awarded a total of $123 million in surprise grants to 71 Arizona nonprofits — the largest single-day grant initiative in Arizona’s history. The grants were presented to the awardees throughout the day — as a complete surprise. As part of the Now is the Moment Grants Commemoration , Trustees personally met with the CEOs and board chairs of the 71 organizations to thank them for their leadership and work and provide significant capital through grants. It was a joyful day of hugs and tears, and a much-appreciated shot of hope during a difficult time for the community. Shown here are Paul Mulligan and Tony Siebers of Catholic Charities Community Services after receiving a grant. LAST LOOK OCTOBER 2021 | 82 | FRONTDOORS MEDIA