We invite you to join us for local events such as town council meetings, fundraisers, walks to remember Preston, ribbon-tying sessions, and more.

Below are all the details for upcoming events. We appreciate you taking the time to share this information and join us for an upcoming event soon.

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Adopt-A-Road
Mar
1

Adopt-A-Road

Volunteers are needed for our community efforts to clean up the section of road from Gantzel and Empire to 1 mile south. This is all being done in memory of Preston.

Please contact Us by EMAIL to RSVP for this volunteer opportunity.

NOTE -Volunteers must be 13 and older. Only 20 people max can volunteer per clean up.

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Special Fundraiser:  A Night of Basketball
Mar
26

Special Fundraiser: A Night of Basketball

Join us for an unforgettable Night of Basketball on March 26, 2025, as the Boston Celtics take on the Phoenix Suns at 7:00 PM at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, AZ. This special event isn't just about basketball—it's about honoring the memory of Preston Lord and supporting a vital mission to empower youth and enrich lives through the Justice4PrestonLord non-profit organization.

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Adopt-A-Road
Feb
8

Adopt-A-Road

Volunteers are needed for our community efforts to clean up the section of road from Gantzel and Empire to 1 mile south. This is all being done in memory of Preston.

Please contact Us by EMAIL to RSVP for this volunteer opportunity.

NOTE -Volunteers must be 13 and older. Only 20 people max can volunteer per clean up.

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Adopt-A-Road
Jan
4

Adopt-A-Road

Volunteers are needed for our community efforts to clean up the section of road from Gantzel and Empire to 1 mile south. This is all being done in memory of Preston.

Please contact Us by EMAIL to RSVP for this volunteer opportunity.

NOTE -Volunteers must be 13 and older. Only 20 people max can volunteer per clean up.

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Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Fundraiser
Dec
15
to Dec 19

Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Fundraiser

Texas Roadhouse is doing a fundraiser for Justice4PrestonLord from December 15th through the 19th.

They are donating 10% of all gift cards purchased. The gift cards can be any denomination and can be used throughout the USA.

They make great holiday gifts and also for yourself to dine and donate.

Scan the QR code or go to the link below to buy your gift cards for this fundraiser.

Thank you for your support!

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Scottsdale - Kendra Scott Fundraising Event
Nov
23

Scottsdale - Kendra Scott Fundraising Event

We are fast approaching the holiday shopping season, and Kendra Scott is giving us even more reasons to buy something special for those we love.

Join us at the Chandler or Scottsdale store locations for an in-person fundraising event to benefit Justice4PrestonLord.

Can’t make it to the store? No problem! The online fundraiser will be happening on November 23rd and 24th!

Keep an eye on this event listing for a special code to use in store and/or online.

Thank you for supporting the mission of Justice4PrestonLord!

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Chandler - Kendra Scott Fundraising Event
Nov
23

Chandler - Kendra Scott Fundraising Event

We are fast approaching the holiday shopping season, and Kendra Scott is giving us even more reasons to buy something special for those we love.

Join us at the Chandler or Scottsdale store locations for an in-person fundraising event to benefit Justice4PrestonLord.

Can’t make it to the store? No problem! The online fundraiser will be happening on November 23rd and 24th!

Keep an eye on this event listing for a special code to use in store and/or online.

Thank you for supporting the mission of Justice4PrestonLord!

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Neighbors Night Out for a Cause - Justice4PrestonLord
Nov
18

Neighbors Night Out for a Cause - Justice4PrestonLord

Join us at Texas Roadhouse as we support the Justice4PrestonLord nonprofit. Connect with neighbors as we enjoy dinner and support a great local cause!

UPDATE - This event is now full.

There will also be an opportunity for those who can't make the dinner to order on their own on the 18th and have 10% go to the nonprofit.

(More details to come on that option.)

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Adopt-A-Road Street Cleanup
Nov
16

Adopt-A-Road Street Cleanup

Join us as we honor Preston with a street cleanup event in San Tan Valley. Exact location will be disclosed to participating volunteers.

Note - Ages 13+ may participate in this event.

Please contact us to indicate your interest in participating. We will be in touch with interested volunteers as the date gets closer.

More details to come!

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Light the Night
Oct
28

Light the Night

Please join us as we light the night with a water lantern memorial in honor of Preston Lord.

We’ll meet up at the southeast section of the park near the ramadas and lake area.

Water lanterns will be available at the event. Suggested donation is $10 per lantern.

Please wear ORANGE to this event!

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Justice4PrestonLord Memorial Ride
Oct
27

Justice4PrestonLord Memorial Ride

Join us for the first annual memorial ride and cigar event to honor the memory of Preston Lord.

You do not have to ride a motorcycle to participate in this event. Feel free to join us at any of the following locations:

10am - Castro's Cigar Lounge (Ahwatukee)

12pm - Ambassador Cigar Lounge (Scottsdale)

2pm - 21 Degrees Cigar Lounge (Scottsdale)

Custom cigars will be available for purchase. Donations will also be accepted.

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Tacos for Dineros!
Oct
10

Tacos for Dineros!

Backyard Taco is teaming up with Justice4PrestonLord for a fundraiser. Plan on coming by for dinner and support the cause to bring awareness of teen violence. We will have Light the Night signs on this day only at the location.

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Preston Lord Day
Sep
23

Preston Lord Day

Please join us for activities, remembrance, and a celebration of Preston’s life. The City of Chandler has declared Preston’s birthday, September 23rd, as Preston Lord Day.

We hope you’ll mark your calendar and plan to join us on this very special day.

Time & Location: 5pm to Close at The Stillery in Downtown Chandler


NOTE: There will be a butterfly release promptly at 5:15pm.

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Pool Party Potluck
Jul
20

Pool Party Potluck

We are having a community pool party and potluck on Saturday, July 20th from 11am to 2pm.

There is an adult and baby pool, splash pad, and playground.

We will have an inside kitchen with tables and chairs in the Clubhouse.

It is a potluck, so please bring a dish to share.

NOTE: Adults must be present to supervise their children in the water.

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Combs Climbing Night @ALTACLIMBINGAZ
Jun
29

Combs Climbing Night @ALTACLIMBINGAZ

ALTA is having a community night June 29th! There will be vendors, food trucks, and a movie. Come early to enjoy the festivities. This is a great time to get together, do a fun activity, and reconnect with friends over the summer break.

Climbing starts at 6pm.

Bring your student ID and a parent to sign your waiver. Kids under 14 years old should have adult supervision.

Cost for Combs students, teachers, and administrative staff is only $12.50 plus FREE RENTALS.

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Tattoos for Preston Lord
Jun
1

Tattoos for Preston Lord

Pretty House Beauty Lounge & Valley Tap Room are hosting “Tattoos for Preston Lord”.

All profits will be donated to the Lord family to help with the fees accrued in seeking justice for Preston Lord.

Tattoos will be done on a first come, first serve basis. Orange color will be available.

Mini tattoos (2x2 inches) will be done. ($65, $75, and $85 - 3 options) - see event image for more details.

With the amount of interest we’ve received, we encourage those who can’t make this event to come anytime to Pretty House Beauty Lounge where proceeds will continue to be donated to the Lord family.

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Yoga on the Farm
May
28

Yoga on the Farm

Join us for “Yoga on the Farm” at Rancho del Pacifico in Gilbert. This farm offers a sanctuary where nature and serenity converge. With sprawling fields, majestic trees, and the gentle presence of horses all around, Riggs Ranch provides the perfect backdrop for rejuvenation and connection. Be part of this event and immerse yourself in tranquility, where you can find inner peace amidst the beauty of nature.

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Vero Pizza & Soda Rush Fundraiser
May
21

Vero Pizza & Soda Rush Fundraiser

Mark your calendars for Tuesday May 21st and let’s show the Lord family ALL the love! Vero Pizza and Soda Rush are hosting an all day fundraiser! Grab lunch/dinner at Vero and walk just a few doors down to Soda Rush for the YUMMIEST cookies you’ll ever have and try one of Preston’s favorite drinks!

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Community Gathering - Family Movie
May
18

Community Gathering - Family Movie

We are doing a community gathering / family movie for the month of May 2024. It is a child's movie, so feel free to bring the kids and kick back to enjoy the show.

The movie is called IF. You can purchase your tickets ahead of time in the link below.

This theater does offer beer, wine, popcorn and candy at the concession counter. We would love for you to join us.

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RISE - How to be an UPStander
Apr
20

RISE - How to be an UPStander

This event is open to teachers, administrators, governing board members. parents, grandparents, city officials, and all community members.

Continental breakfast will be provided and lunch will be offered for purchase at the close of the event.

Additionally, kids in grades 4-8 will rotate in separate grade level groups through each of these topics in a separate space in the building with the hope that families go home with some awesome knowledge to share with each other.

**Families with 4th/8th grade students may come together, parents may come alone, kids may come alone.**

Schedule:

  • 8:00 a.m. Check in/breakfast

  • 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Keynote sessions with breaks

  • 12 p.m. Food truck lunch for purchase

We are bringing together 3 emerging topics for youth and parents to engage in together.

We will cover in 45 min Ted Talk express format: Social media impact and internet safety, current trends in substances and what we all need to know, and how to create a home where kids learn how to cope and develop resiliency over time.

I will be joined by my esteemed colleagues from notMYkid, Inc., NYT best selling author Ned Johnson, and recovery consultant and mental health specialist, Shane Watson.

Ned's advice and books, "THE SELF-DRIVEN CHILD", and sequential book, "WHAT DO YOU SAY?" will change your life!

We are grateful to Gilbert Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane McCord for hosting this awesome event in kind in partnership with notMYkid, Inc., Project Lily, Bark Technologies, Inc., and The Town Of Gilbert.

The times have called us to not stand by, we are all capable of being true UPstanders

(A high school student version is coming soon promise!)

Sign up here:
https://m.signupgenius.com/?#!/showSignUp/10C0B4EA5A92CA2FCC16-48206301-rise

Use this link to sign up as a volunteer:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c0b4ea5a92cazfcc16-48147503-rise

*Interested in being vendor, or volunteering, please reach out asap*

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