Phoenix Community Alliance Has Spent 40 Years Working To Create a Stronger Downtown for a Better Phoenix

On Thursday, we gathered with the leaders, visionaries, and changemakers who continue to shape the story of Greater Downtown Phoenix. Together, we reflected on meaningful milestones, celebrated those driving real impact in our community, and looked ahead to an exciting future. \n\nThe energy in the room was unmistakable; so many powerful conversations, connections, and moments of recognition that we couldn't possibly highlight just a few. A heartfelt thank you to Amy Schaumberg of @a.marie_studio for beautifully capturing the spirit of the day, @phillipslawfoundation for supporting the event, and to Amilyn Pierce and the @dbacks for hosting us in your spectacular 3rd Base Lounge. \n\nCongratulations once again to our 2025 Center City Award recipients, Christine Mackay (@greaterphx) and Tricee Thomas (@patternphx)\u2014your leadership is paving the way for what's next.\n\nHere's to another year of activating, advocating and building! \ud83c\udf1f \ud83c\udf06

We're proud to announce our 2025 Center City Award recipients: Christine Mackay, President & CEO of @GreaterPhx and former City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Director, and Tricee Thomas, Founder of House of Patterns (@PatternPhx) and The Garment League. \n\nTheir leadership, vision, and commitment continue to shape Greater Downtown Phoenix in meaningful ways. \n\nCongratulations to both outstanding honorees. \ud83d\udc4f\n\nLearn more about the winners and the annual Center City Awards at the link in bio.

PCA's Annual Member Meeting and Center City Awards is in just a couple of short days.\n\nWe invite you to join fellow PCA Members as we reflect on another year of activating, advocating, and building a stronger Downtown for a better Phoenix.\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\ud83d\udcc5: Thursday, December 11 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\ud83d\udccd : 3rd Base Lounge @ Chase Field | 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85004\n\ud83c\udd7f\ufe0f : We encourage attendees to ride the light rail, bike, scooter, or\u00a0@Waymo. If riding the light rail, transfer at the Downtown Phoenix Hub and take the \u201cA\u201d Line East to the 3rd St. station where\u00a0@ChaseField\u00a0will be directly in front of you. Courtesy of the Arizona Diamondbacks (@DBacks), limited complimentary parking is available at the Chase Field Garage. Check out the details above for more step-by-step instructions.\u00a0\ud83d\udc46 \n\nA special thanks to\u00a0@PhillipsLawFoundation\u00a0for supporting this event.\n\nStill need to RSVP? Visit the link in bio to register. \n\nLooking forward to seeing you all on Thursday!

Hop on board\u2014Downtown connectivity is picking up speed. \ud83d\ude8a \n\u00a0\nJoin us next Friday, December 12 from 11:00 a.m.\u201312:30 p.m. for our Multi-Modal Connectivity Tour featuring an exclusive deep dive with @valleymetro into the new South Central Extension\/Downtown Hub.\n\nOpened in June, this transformative extension is already enhancing accessibility for residents and visitors, improving regional mobility, and strengthening Downtown's role as a truly multi-modal, transit-connected urban center.\n\nReady to be part of the conversation?\n\nMembers, RSVP at the link in our bio \ud83d\udc46

Last night, PCA's Arts, Culture & Public Life Committee (ACPL) and @Artlink_Phoenix came together at the @FoundrePhx to celebrate Mitch Menchaca, honoring his years of visionary leadership as the @CityofPhoenixAZ Arts & Culture Director.\n\nThrough heartfelt reflections and creative conversation, attendees recognized Mitch's incredible impact on Phoenix's arts and culture community and wished him well as he embarks on his next chapter in Ohio.\n\nThank you to everyone who joined this inspiring send-off and helped continue the conversation around building a creative, connected, and vibrant city.

We're excited for next week's Warehouse District Council (WDC) Meeting! Join the council on Wednesday, November 19, at the @DowntownPhoenix, Inc. Offices for the upcoming gathering.\n\nAfterward, attendees can take a tour of the DTPHX Community Resource Hub, which had its grand opening on November 12. The space was created to connect community members with vital resources and support.\n\nThe hub is a shared facility managed by Downtown Phoenix, Inc., in partnership with the City of Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions and @valleymetro.