Partnerships
At Every Kid Counts, our events and programs are designed to bring joy, resources, and lasting impact to the communities we serve. Whether it’s through backpack drives, holiday gifting, or educational initiatives, each event is a chance to connect, uplift, and empower children and families. Check out our upcoming events below and discover how you can join us in making a difference. One kid at a time.
30 YEARS OF HELPING KIDS!
Our Partners & Contributors
Through the generosity of George James and his associates this company have been supporting the efforts of EKC for many years. Through agent contributions and matching grants from the AXA Foundation, EKC has received over $16,000 in support.
Owner and operator Stacy Gielda and family have been and integral of EKC since 2000. Stacey served five years as EKC Chairman of the board and has been a major donor and our biggest supporter every year. We are grateful for Stacy’s Leadership and for the support of his entire family.
Right Honda has been a valued partner since the creation of EKC. Since the early days of the organization, this dealership has supported EKC in many facets of our operation. They have supported our EKC Golf Tournaments, Celebrity Poker Tournaments, providing food, clothing, and school supplies for our very large Annual Toy Drive. Jane Tenaglia, Rights’ Marketing Director, has been an inspirational source in assisting EKC in many of our annual programs and fundraisers.
Right Toyota has been a valued partner since the creation of EKC. Since the early days of the organization, this dealership has supported EKC in many facets of our operation. They have supported our EKC Golf Tournaments, Celebrity Poker Tournaments, providing food, clothing, and school supplies for our very large Annual Toy Drive. Jane Tenaglia, Rights’ Marketing Director, has been an inspirational source in assisting EKC in many of our annual programs and fundraisers.
The C.A.R.E Organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to transforming the lives of children facing adversity.
Standing on the belief that every child, regardless of their circumstances, deserves to feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Through compassionate action and strategic community partnerships, we deliver comprehensive support spanning emergency aid, healthcare access, therapeutic services, educational resources, and nutritional assistance.
Since 2010 Dream Dealers has been providing valuable service in our major fundraising efforts through our Annual Celebrity Poker Tournaments. They continue to promote our cause through various promotional opportunities. We are very grateful to Jeff Geller and his wonderful team of Dream Dealers and Dream Pourers.
Team Dynamix has played a pivotal role in several aspects of EKC’s programming. The donation of bikes, locks and helmets, along with many other items, has contributed to and supported the development of EKC’s highly effective “Books to Bikes Literacy Program”. In addition, several of the major contributors listed on this page have come from the direct relationship of this long-standing partnership. Their Team Building programs are top-notch and highly effective.
Since the inception of EKC, the Arizona Major League Alumni members have been a strong support structure for our charitable programs and fundraisers. Most importantly, in 2018, the AZMLA have partnered with our annual EKC Memorial Celebrity Golf Tournament at Ancala Country Club. This partnership was a huge success for both organizations and was a great example of how two organizations working together can accomplish a great deal.
EKC’s various charitable drives throughout the year would not be possible without the generous contribution of boxes and supplies provided by Pioneer Packaging since 2001. We are very grateful for their ongoing partnership.
Coach T’s BBQ has been serving amazing barbeque that has provided funding for our kids programs for over 20 years. Coach T’s is one of the fundraising arms of EKC and is facilitated by Tom and Debbie Perelka and family. EKC has been conducting BBQ fundraisers since 1999. The Coach T’s BBQ name came from Tom’s youth football players, who after a winning football game, did not want to go for pizza but wanted to go to Coach T’s for BBQ.
Crown Press is a full-service printing and marketing company that has been vital to the growth of EKC since the beginning. Crown Press is the creator of the image of EKC.
The culmination of a life ambition, Shakespeare Vodka was inspired by our love of the plays and poetry of the world-renowned 16th Century playwright William Shakespeare. Drawing inspiration from Shakespeare, we set out to create a vodka with a taste, smoothness, and quality that has no peers. This led to the birth of Shakespeare Vodka in 1999.
thank you for believing in every kid counts
We extend our heartfelt thanks to every donor, partner, volunteer, and supporter who stands with us. Your generosity, time, and belief in our mission fuel everything we do. Because of you, we’re able to reach more children, offer more support, and continue building a world where every kid is seen, heard, and given the chance to thrive. Thank you for being part of this journey. we couldn’t do it without you.