Get ready to build hope and healing one dig at a time during Phoenix Children's Big Dig For Kids, presented by SUNDT, which makes its grand return on Saturday, November 7, 2026! This event is a great way for our patients to enjoy the wonder of our construction community through the power of play.
Imagine a day where construction excitement meets boundless wonder, all while bringing smiles to some of Arizona's bravest kids. This invite-only affair brings patients and their families into a world of possibilities. They'll get to take the reins of an excavator, soar to new heights on a scissor lift, explore heavy machinery up close, and unleash their creativity through crafts and activities in the Kid Zone. And rest assured, it's all within the confines of a safe and secure construction site environment.
In 2025, more than 1,800 participants came together for an unforgettable experience. Want to catch a glimpse of the magic? Check out our video below and immerse yourself in the joy of the event!
Since 2016, Big Dig for Kids has raised over $5 million for pediatric cancer research.
2025 Big Dig Recap
Participants
Volunteers
Construction Equipment (moving & static, vehicles/pieces)
Sponsors & Donors
Kid Zone Booths
Raised!
Check out photos of previous Big Digs!
Learn more about what you’ll see and our sponsors!
Board of Directors
Founding Members
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Hilary Clark
Regional Controls & Community Relations Manger
Austin Commercial
Rosa Graves
Regional Human Resources Director, Mountain Business Unit
AWP Safety
Justin Naber
Vice President Business Development
Brix National
Kevin Somerville
Vice President, General Manager of Recycling
Buesing Corp
Debbie Wells
Director, Government Affairs, Sustainability & Communications – California, Arizona, Nevada
Cemex
Karla Scott**
Project Manager, Retail City of Phoenix Community & Economic Development
City of Phoenix
David Crawford
Owner/CEO
Crawford Concepts*
Christy Van Quathem
Director of Marketing
Empire-CAT*
Chris Zaharis
Executive Vice President
Empire-CAT*
Alison Ryan
Director, Engineering and Projects
EPCOR
Hensel Phelps
Ivan Ramirez
Lead Estimator
Sarah Griffis
Business Intelligence Specialist
Kiewit*
Tiffany Ray
Marketing & Philanthropy Manager
Kiewit*
Brad Kanwischer
Vice President, Development Equity Investments
Mack Real Estate Group
Mike McKinney
President, Owner
McKinney Marketing LLC
David Hertzberg
Geographic Leader
Olsson
Jessica Hendricks
Business Development Specialist
Olsson
Ankur Talwar
District Manager, West Region
PCL Construction
David Campbell
District Manager
PCL Construction
Josh Tomita
Executive Vice President
Professional Piping Systems
Scott Nunemaker
Vice President
Rummel Construction*
Larry Deutsch
Co-Owner & Manager
Sportex Apparel*
Jeff Williamson
President, Transportation Group
Sundt Construction*
Sarah Owen
District Business Development Manager
Sundt Construction*
Billy Ierley**
Business Development Mgr
Sunstate Equipment*
Christina Andrews
Content and Communications Lead
United Rentals*
Contact Us
Questions? Interested in Sponsorship Opportunities? We’d love to hear from you.
Sponsorship
Haley Turner
Corporate Development Officer
hturner@phoenixchildrens.com
Event Questions
Sandi Garcia
Senior Special Events Planner
sgarcia4@phoenixchildrens.com
