AZ SR1002

Honors the Phoenix Thunderbirds organization, established in 1937 to assist the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce with convention, tourism, and special events.

Recognizes that the Thunderbirds were originally founded by five young executives and expanded to 55 members, a limit that remains in place today for active membership.

Acknowledges the Thunderbirds' sponsorship of the Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament, which became one of the leading stops on the PGA Tour.

Notes that Thunderbirds Charities was established in 1986 as the charitable arm of the organization to distribute funds from the golf tournament to Arizona communities.

Commends Thunderbirds Charities for raising over $102 million since its inception to assist children, families, and people in need throughout Arizona.