HAUTE PROPERTY

SPOTLIGHT: CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE

BY GABBY LEIGHTON / PHOTOS BY CRAIG ROOT IMAGING

Built in 2019, the exterior of this home showcases contemporary design and desert landscape. The symmetrical entrance has a simple yet thoughtful design, with space for outdoor relaxation. The modern elements continue inside the 5,553-square-foot house, which showcases an open-concept layout with a seamless flow. Though bright and airy, thanks to the light walls and ample windows, the space is warmed up by wood floors. The kitchen features beautiful gray cabinets, a large island, plenty of storage, and a pot filler set on a herringbone accent backsplash of the hooded range. There’s also a walk-in pantry with counterspace and room for a second refridgerator. The living room showcases a modern built-in fireplace and wet bar, which has a built-in wine fridge and matches the kitchen finishes. The formal dining room is directly behind the living room, equipped with sliding glass doors for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The theater is also in the great room area. Any movie or sports lover will relish in the stadium-style steats and projector, found behind stylish, rustic barn doors. The spacious master is another high point of the home, which has four bedrooms and five bathrooms. Highlights include two built-in fireplaces, a double slipper tub, both indoor and outoor showers, and a walk-in closet with built-ins. The home sits on .81 of an acre and the backyard is truly paradise. The large covered patio, with room for both living and dining areas, is anchored by a fireplace which is backed by a stunning reclaimed wood fireback wall. The covered area overlooks the sleek pool and spa. There’s both tiled space for lounging and entertaining as well as grassy areas on either side of the pool. Another highlight includes a firepit with built-in seating. The pool looks directly at a second large covered patio, which leads to the guest house. Car aficionados will be pleased with the garages and parking areas, which feature built-in cabinets, an RV gate with RV parking, and a separate storage area. 11818 N. 86th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Listed for $3,285,000 with Lynsie Olsen of The Agency; 480.739.5068 or lynsie.olsen@theagencyre.com

A Record-setting $6.5 Million Raised in One Night as Dr. Stacie J. Stephenson is Honored as Childhelp’s 2021 Woman of the World

Philanthropist and bestselling author joins Oprah Winfrey, Kathie Lee Gifford, Barbara Bush, Laura Bush, Nancy Reagan and Melani Walton in receiving prestigious award at 17th Annual Star-Studded Drive the Dream Gala benefitting the non-profit dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child abuse; Arizona Governor Doug Ducey spoke at the event, which set a new fundraising record for the state.

PHOENIX, AZ (MAY 17, 2021) — Childhelp, the non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child abuse, honored Dr. Stacie J. Stephenson with the prestigious Woman of the World award on Saturday, May 15 at the 17th Annual Drive the Dream Gala at the Arizona Biltmore Resort in Phoenix. “The VibrantDoc,” philanthropist and author of the instant bestseller VIBRANT: A Groundbreaking Program to Get Energized, Own Your Health, and Glow (BenBella; Pub Date: March 23, 2021), joins Oprah, Kathie Lee Gifford, First Ladies Barbara Bush, Laura Bush, and Nancy Reagan, and most recently, Melani Walton, as recipient of this highly regarded honor. Dr. Stephenson and her husband Richard J Stephenson, founder and chairman of Cancer Treatments of America, are longtime supporters of the organization, and have served as chairs at both the 2017 Drive the Dream Gala as well as Childhelp’s 60th Anniversary celebration in 2019. To further kick off this year’s festivities, they arrived at the historic Arizona Biltmore Hotel, an official Phoenix Point of Pride, in a custom horse and carriage.

The event drew actors, musicians, and other celebrities in support of Childhelp’s programs and services, which have benefitted 11 million children over more than 62 years. The star-studded gala was emceed by actress Melissa Peterman, included performances by Josh Groban and Flo Rida, and raised $6.5 Million for Childhelp’s facilities and services, setting a new state record for fundraising in Arizona. Notable attendees included actor Dolph Lundgren, fashion designer Zang Toi, beloved Dancing with the Stars couple Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd, and singer Loren Allred. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey shared his thoughts with the audience, who went on to raise a record-setting $6.5 Million for the cause.

“I’m truly honored to receive this award, particularly in light of the incredible, inspiring, and selfless women who’ve received it before me, and thrilled to partner with an organization that does so much good across the world from right here in Arizona” said Dr. Stephenson. “My goal as Woman of the World is to use my voice to promote awareness of the serious issues surrounding child abuse and neglect. To follow in the footsteps of such courageous women is a privilege, and an opportunity that I do not take for granted.”

“The COVID-19 pandemic has made it more important than ever to shine a light on the disturbing prevalence of child abuse and neglect,” said Childhelp Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO Sara O’Meara. “Since the pandemic began, we’ve seen a 46% increase in volume to our Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, at a time when it’s harder than ever for mandatory reporters to assist. We are honored to work with The VibrantDoc Stacie J. Stephenson to raise awareness of this issue and fight on behalf of the most vulnerable Americans.”

Childhelp Co-Founder, Vice-Chairman and President Yvonne Fedderson added, “Stacie J. Stephenson has been a longtime supporter of Childhelp, and we’re truly honored to have her strength, intelligence, and generous spirit working in support of our cause. Each successive Woman of the World has been more impressive than the last, and we look forward to the next stage of Childhelp’s work, with the help of The VibrantDoc”

Childhelp is one of the oldest and largest child abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment organizations in the country and has helped over 11 million children since its founding. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, 1-800-4-ACHILD, offers confidential crisis intervention, information, literature and referrals through call, text and online chat. It is staffed by degreed professional crisis counselors 24/7, who can provide assistance in more than 170 languages. The Childhelp Children’s Center, the largest Advocacy Center in Arizona, remained open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and continued to serve over 400 children each month in 2020, and this year’s fundraising total of $6.5 Million set a new record for single-day fundraising in the state.

For more information about The VibrantDoc Dr. Stacie Stephenson, VIBRANT, and the Woman of the World Award, visit https://vibrantdoc.com.