Canyon State Electric (CSE) generously donated 317 LEGO sets to Phoenix Children's as part of its annual LEGO Drive. This initiative, now in its third year, successfully doubled the number of LEGOs collected compared to the previous year.
Established in 2021, the LEGO Drive commemorates the late founder, Steve Maderazzo, who was known for his passion for LEGO building, including crafting a replica of the CSE office. Through this donation drive, the CSE team honors his memory by providing LEGO sets to children in need each December.
LEGO Drive Contributions
Throughout November and December, Canyon State Electric employees and their industry partners actively contributed to the LEGO Drive.
"The LEGO Drive lets us honor our past while giving children hope for the future," expressed CEO Stephanie Maderazzo-Hughes, adding "I’m inspired every year by the way our CSE team and industry partners show overwhelming support and generosity."
Beneficiaries of the initiative include children undergoing treatment at Phoenix Children’s, who receive these LEGO sets to help brighten their spirits. Tim Harrison, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships and Special Events, noted, "We are grateful to partners like Canyon State Electric who generously give to Phoenix Children’s. LEGO sets don’t just lift a child’s spirits for a moment, but working on them can take their mind off of more difficult things, while igniting creativity and learning-through-play."
Phoenix Children's Toyland Drive
Participation in the LEGO Drive also supports Phoenix Children’s Toyland Drive, an event allowing parents to "shop" for toys at no cost for their children.
Canyon State Electric surpassed its initial goal of collecting 200 LEGO sets, thanks to the assistance of partners, including 360 Industrial Services, Arcoro, Arizona Fiber Outfitters, B.I.S. Inc., Colliers, Commercial West Insurance, Fleming Complete, Fleming West, Go Industrial, H&E Equipment, Insurica, Jset Automated Technologies, Marsh McLennan, OM3 Yoga, and Restoration HQ.
