Social Venture Partners (SVP) Tucson invites you to witness bravery in action for our 10th Anniversary of Fast Pitch. Join us at the historic Fox Theatre to witness eight nonprofit organizations deliver inspiring three-minute ‘fast pitches’ to a global audience. This is an evening that will surely stir your soul!
When: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at 7:00PM (Doors open at 6pm)
Why: Fast Pitch inspires and engages a global community in creating positive change for Southern Arizona. This impactful program creates pathways for nonprofits to become resilient, obtain the resources they need to thrive, and become empowered by the relationships they cultivate.
Who: Fast Pitch uplifts the nonprofit community by supporting organizations that are working at the forefront of intersectional movements for racial, economic, health, and social justice issues. The Fast Pitch Class of 2025 cohort is a collective force of good in our community, providing vital services and resources to families in Southern Arizona.
Amphi Foundation: Tim Kromer, Executive Director
Borderlands Theater: Jonathan Heras, Educational and Development Director
Compass Affordable Housing, Inc: Angelica Mendivil, Human Resource Coordinator and Tenant Service Manager
El Grupo Youth Cycling: Denise Aquino, Executive Director
El Rio Health Center Foundation: John Fung, Director of Major Gifts & Planned Giving
Greater Vail Community ReSources: Liana Hicks, Food Bank Manager
Intermountain Centers for Human Development: Royce Sparks, Communications Manager
Tucson Juneteenth Festival, Inc: Larry Starks, President
How: Fast Pitch is made possible by YOU, our community that come together to discover solutions and invest in the local nonprofits. Audience members will have the opportunity to make a difference by casting their vote for the TEP Power to the People Audience Choice Award winner!
About SVP Tucson: SVP Tucson is an ever-expanding community of engaged philanthropists dedicated to building nonprofits’ capacity, strength, and impact in addressing social problems. Learn more at svptucson.org.
Youtube link: @SVPTucson
Meet the Class of 2025: HERE
See the impact Fast Pitch has for Southern Arizona Nonprofits: HERE