NEWS & IMPACT
Release: The Steele Family Foundation’s WISE Scholarship Program Partners with Grand Canyon University to Empower Future Scholars
Phoenix, Ariz. — The Steele Family Foundation’s WISE Scholarship Program is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Grand Canyon University (GCU), uniting two organizations dedicated to expanding access to higher education and empowering the next generation of leaders. Through this collaboration, WISE Scholars will have the opportunity to explore diverse academic pathways and […]
Celebrating Community & Second Chances at the Grace Sober Living Luncheon
The WISE Scholarship Program was honored to support and attend the Grace Sober Living Luncheon — a truly special day filled with connection, inspiration, and hope. We were grateful for the chance to spend time with Alice Cooper, Jimmy Walker, Jerry Colangelo, several of our incredible WISE scholars, and so many partners and friends who […]
WISE Featured on The Todd Boffo Show
We’re excited to share that the WISE Scholarship Program and The Steele Family Foundation were recently featured on The Todd Boffo Show! In this inspiring episode, Todd sits down with Stacey Steele, Director of The Steele Family Foundation, and Ryan Gurr, who leads our corporate development work. Together, they dive into the heart of our […]
WISE Scholars Team Up with Angel City FC to Grow Community
Our WISE students at the Just Keep Livin’ Foundation recently teamed up with Angel City FC to make an impact at 99th Street Elementary. Together with their parents, our scholars rolled up their sleeves to clear weeds, harvest fruits and vegetables, and help maintain the school’s community garden. This hands-on experience wasn’t just about gardening […]
Sweet Connections: WISE Scholars Ice Cream Social at Just Keep Livin’
We loved hosting an ice cream social for our WISE scholars at the Just Keep Livin’ Foundation in Los Angeles! It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with our scholars and their families, play games, answer questions about the WISE Scholarship Program, and enjoy some delicious ice cream together. At WISE, we believe that learning […]
Championing Women in Sports with the LA Chargers
The WISE Scholarship Program was honored to join the LA Chargers for their Women in Sports Day at Training Camp. The afternoon featured The Future is Female panel, hosted by ESPN’s Mina Kimes, with powerhouse voices from across the sports industry: Olympic medalist and USA Volleyball head coach April Ross, Ashley Kirby (Director of Talent […]
WISE Partners with the Inaugural Beyond the Court Summit
The WISE Scholarship Program was honored to partner with and attend the inaugural Beyond the Court Summit, hosted by the Professional Tennis Players Association. The event’s focus on mental fitness, health, and recovery in sport mirrors WISE’s holistic approach to supporting students in all areas of life. At WISE, we believe that thriving requires more […]
WISE Proudly Supports Mack, Jack & McConaughey
The Steele Family Foundation and WISE Scholarship Program were proud to support this year’s Mack, Jack & McConaughey (MJ&M). This powerhouse gathering reflects exactly what WISE is all about: showing up for young people, opening doors, and building pathways to brighter futures. Our contribution to MJ&M helps uplift an incredible group of nonprofits, including CureDuchenne, […]
Empowering New Beginnings with WISE at Amazing Grace Night
On April 12th, we gathered for Amazing Grace Night, an unforgettable evening filled with stories of resilience, renewal, and the quiet strength it takes to begin again. The Steele Family Foundation’s WISE Scholarship Program™ is proud to support Grace Sober Living, a remarkable organization founded on Scott Walker’s legacy. Walker dreamed of creating a place […]
A Global Tribute to Education: ABF Dedicates Space to WISE at San Firenze
We are incredibly honored to share that a new space at the Andrea Bocelli Foundation’s headquarters in Florence, Italy, has been officially dedicated to The Steele Family Foundation and our flagship initiative, the WISE Scholarship Program™. Located within the historic Complesso di San Firenze, this tribute marks a powerful moment of recognition for the WISE […]
Celebrating a Shared Mission with the Boys & Girls Club and WISE
The Steele Family Foundation and the WISE Scholarship Program™ are proud to partner with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale to support a shared mission of empowering young leaders and opening doors to a brighter future. This inspiring partnership was on full display at the Celebrate Youth Gala, an incredible evening that honored […]
THE ARTS SCENE PODCAST WITH LYNETTE AND ARI
Sponsored by The WISE Scholarship Program™
Hosted by media member and managing editor, Lynette Carrington and executive director at the Madison Center for the Arts, Ari Levin, The Arts Scene Podcast with Lynette and Ari explores all facets of the arts, upcoming performances and productions, and a focus on educational and community give-back angles. The Arts Scene Podcast features high-level executives and creatives from the worlds of theatre, dance, music, film and related productions, and the occasional surprise celebrity interview.