City of Tempe, AZ
04/20/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/21/2026 00:22
Tempe This Week April 20, 2026
For the 37th year, Tempe honored individuals and organizations helping make our community more accessible and inclusive for people of all abilities through the Mayor's All-Abilities Awards.
Charlotte Gould turned her own experience into a mission, creating teddy bears for babies with cleft conditions and building a community through the Teddy Bear Picnic.
Jayden Jarvis is a future engineer using structured strategies and self-advocacy to overcome challenges and prepare for college.
Autumn Fairbanks is a first-year teacher already creating structured, supportive classrooms where students of all abilities can thrive.
Debbie Capshaw turned a Disney Cruise dream into reality, transforming her day room into an immersive "ship" where participants explored more than 30 countries through food, culture and connection.
AccessZone, ASU is a training program helping people better support individuals with disabilities, on campus and across Tempe.
This year's event featured keynote speakers Sophie Stern and her mother, author Amy Silverman, who shared their story and perspective. Thank you to our sponsors, Tempe Diablo Charities and Baseline Flowers, for supporting this event.
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