HERO 2026
Save the Date – March 7, 2026
Get Ready for One of the Best Nights of the Year!
We’re thrilled to invite you to The 23rd Annual HERO Awards, hosted at the timeless Arizona Biltmore Resort!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we come together to celebrate and make history!
Gather your friends, family, and colleagues for a night filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and exciting prizes—including incredible travel experiences!
Event Details:
Date: March 7th, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Arizona Biltmore
Attire: Formal
Together, let’s make a difference and enjoy an evening of celebration and giving back!
By attending, you’ll help us support our community’s most vulnerable residents and their beloved pets, keeping families united and preventing pets from ending up in shelters.
Let’s make this a night to remember as we celebrate our HEROes and the impactful work of The Arizona Pet Project. We can’t wait to see you there!
Last Year’s Honorees:
2026 Keynote Speaker:
Nathan Smith, Chief Executive Officer
Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS)
2026 Honorary Chair:
Karl Obergh
HERO Chairs:
Senator T.J. Shope and Melissa Dus
Please join us in congratulating Senator T.J. Shope and Melissa Dus, who are returning as this year’s HERO Chairs! Each year, The Arizona Pet Project selects event chairs based on prominent community members who support our mission and play a key role in ensuring the success of our fundraiser.
Thank you to this year’s sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor:
