Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. and Local First Arizona Launch to Fund Statewide Cleanup Efforts

Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. and Local First Arizona are partnering on a round-up campaign from May 12–31 to raise funds and awareness for Keep Arizona Beautiful, a Local First Arizona initiative driving community cleanups, waste reduction and environmental stewardship across the state. At all Arizona Wilderness locations, guests are invited to round up their tabs to the nearest dollar, with proceeds directed to Keep Arizona Beautiful's ongoing cleanup events, litter removal and beautification projects throughout Arizona. Throughout the campaign, Arizona Wilderness will also feature the Keep Arizona Beautiful specialty license plate in its restaurants. Of the plate's $25 annual fee, $17 goes directly toward Local First Arizona's cleanup efforts. The plate is available at azmvdnow.gov, any MVD office or any authorized third-party provider. "Arizona Wilderness Brewing is proud to partner with Local First to support their Keep Arizona Beautiful initiative,” said Jonathan Buford, Owner and Co-Founder, Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. “We have many in-house initiatives that strive to keep Arizona as our number one priority. With this partnership, we're not just reducing waste, we're investing in cleaner trails, stronger communities, and a future where Arizona stays wild." The partnership reflects a natural alignment between Arizona Wilderness' commitment to crafting beer and food in an ethical and environmentally responsible way and Local First Arizona's programs to protect and preserve the natural beauty of Arizona's outdoor spaces, from desert trails and riverbanks to neighborhood parks and trail gateway communities. “Local First Arizona loves collaborating with Arizona Wilderness. There is a natural alignment between Arizona Wilderness' mission and our Keep Arizona Beautiful initiative," said Kimber Lanning, founder and CEO of Local First Arizona. "Together, we're reminding Arizonans that our everyday choices have real and meaningful impacts on the communities we love. From how we produce or source goods to how we dispose of waste, our collective actions matter." Keep Arizona Beautiful: Impact by the Numbers Since 2015, Keep Arizona Beautiful has: • Diverted 68,800+ pounds (34.5 tons) of waste from landfills • Removed 3,605 pounds (1.8 tons) of litter from Arizona communities in 2024 • Rescued 10,990 pounds (5.5 tons) of food for local families Arizona Wilderness has been a Local First Arizona member since 2021 and participated in Local First’s inaugural Green Business Boot Camp in 2020. To participate in the round-up campaign, visit any Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. location May 12–31. To purchase a Keep Arizona Beautiful specialty license plate, visit azmvdnow.gov, any MVD office or any authorized third-party provider. About Local First Arizona Local First Arizona is a nonprofit organization fiercely dedicated to driving inclusive community and economic development throughout Arizona. Its work shapes the future of Arizona by advocating that every individual and community deserves the opportunity to thrive, and that entrepreneurship is at the core of any lasting economy. In rural, Tribal, suburban and urban communities across the state, Local First Arizona is delivering resources to ensure a future focused on economic opportunity for all. About Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. Arizona Wilderness Brewing's mission is to produce socially, ethically and environmentally responsible craft beer and food to enrich the lives of its customers, employees and the Arizona community. Arizona Wilderness operates three Valley locations: Gilbert Brewpub (721 N. Arizona Ave., Suite 103, Gilbert); DTPHX Beer Garden (201 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix); and Miracle Mile Brewery (1418 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix). For more information, visit azwbeer.com.

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