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 2, 2024! 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 2023, more than 2,000 participants came together for an unforgettable experience. Curious 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 approximately $1.2 million for pediatric cancer research.
2023 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
2023 Board of Directors
David Heiman
VP of Sales & Marketing
AWP Safety
Heidi Marshall
SVP, Commercial C&I Team Leader
Bell Bank
Cassondra Conte
Senior Marketing Director
Brycon Construction
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
Kim Poole
Vice President, Economic Development
Clayco
David Crawford*
Owner/CEO
Crawford Concepts
Christy Van Quathem*
Director of Marketing
Empire-CAT
Chris Zaharis*
Executive Vice President
Empire-CAT
Rebecca Burleigh
Vice President, Corporate Services
EPCOR
Steve Stayer
Vice President, Field Operations
Felix Construction
Julia Staten
Operations Manager
Hensel Phelps
Ryan Hollaender
Mission Critical Project Development
Hensel Phelps
Brad Kanwischer**
Sr. Construction Manager
Hines
Jordan Adams
Sr. Director, Internal Communications
INEIGHT
Justin Naber**
Director of Business Development – West
Keeley Construction
Sarah Griffis*
Office Manager (SW District)
Kiewit
Mike Thomas
President
Kinney Construction Services
Ryan Byler
Grant Administrator
LGE Design Build
David Hertzberg
Geographic Leader
Olsson
Ray Torrejon
Manager, Special Projects
PCL Construction
Scott Nunemaker*
Vice President
Rummel Construction
Chad Hillard
Superintendent
Skanska
Ellen Mair
VP, Business Development
Skanska
Larry Deutsch*
Co-Owner & Manager
Sportex Apparel
Jeff Williamson*
President, Transportation Group
Sundt Construction
Sarah Owen*
Business Development
Sundt Construction
Billy Ierley*
Account Manager
Sunstate Equipment
Todd Vaughan*
Regional Sales Manager
Sunstate Equipment
Tera Scalia*
Proposal Team Manager
United Rentals
*Founding Board Members
**2024 Co-Chairs
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
