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At Pinnacle West, we believe the development of communities is one of the cornerstones of civilization. We believe it is also a principle that underlies the success of our company.  As a good corporate neighbor, we understand we play a role that goes beyond simply providing reliable electricity and excellent service. We embrace the role of collaborator and partner with the communities we live in and serve — not only because it is the right thing to do — but because we realize that the strength of our company parallels the strength our state, its economy, its communities and its residents.
At APS and Pinnacle West, giving back to the community means more than simply writing checks to support organizations. Instead, we choose to take a more proactive approach. We have for the past 120 years, chosen to be an integral part of what goes on around us, and that commitment will never change. As you’ll find throughout this report, our family of companies are inextricably tied to the communities we serve. From our programs for supporting children and education; to our commitment to helping small and minority-owned businesses; to our patronage of the arts and culture; to our encouragement of economic development, APS sees itself as an active participant in the continued well-being of our entire state. 
But while our various programs are the vehicles we use to give back, our dedication to the community is showcased best through the sweat equity of employees who represent our company each day. Our employees serve on the boards of some of the most important organizations in the state and spend thousands of hours volunteering at events and on organizations that make an impact on the lives of many of our neighbors.  Each year, our employees distinguish themselves and our company through their support of the United Way and other charitable organizations. Each year our employees and corporation donated millions of dollars in community support; dollars that are channeled directly into the hands of social service organizations that are making a difference each day.
We will always consider community involvement an integral part of our company's culture and place it at the head of our sustainability efforts.
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Benefiting the people living in the communities we serve:
 Trustworthiness. Respect. Responsibility. Fairness. Caring. Citizenship...Character Counts
When you’re helping the community to prosper, sometimes you have to use both hands...Both Hands
For a surprising number of Peoria students it represents their life and all they've accomplished "against all odds."...Against All Odds
APS has joined with the Diamondbacks, local businesses, and with individual players to help build quality facilities which allow children from across the state to play baseball and softball at quality facilities....Field of Dreams
Navajo dialect, WWII history, hoop dances, Aztec chocolate. . . APS employees and community members get to experience all of this and more as part of APS’ American Indian Heritage Month...Cultural Celebrations
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