Champion Air, one of the Phoenix Valley's largest family-owned HVAC companies, has announced two community giving programs that underscore its commitment to local residents. The initiatives, Champion of the Week and Brenda's Award, aim to celebrate exceptional young people and provide free air conditioning systems to families in need, reflecting the company's belief that business success carries a responsibility to give back.
In partnership with 12 News, Champion Air's Champion of the Week program recognizes standout students aged 13 to 17 across the Phoenix metro area. Honorees are selected every two weeks based on achievements in academics, athletics, or the arts, or for demonstrating resilience in the face of personal hardship. Each selected student receives $600 and on-air recognition on 12 News, providing a platform that reaches audiences throughout the Valley. Past recipients have included competitive debaters, varsity athletes, musicians, and student volunteers. Nominations are accepted year-round at ChampionAir.com.
"We've been so fortunate with our success that we are able to give back in ways we never dreamed possible when we started," said a Champion Air spokesperson. "These programs aren't a marketing campaign - they're who we are."
Brenda's Award, the company's annual flagship giving initiative, honors community members who have made a meaningful difference for their Scottsdale neighbors and beyond. Nominated by fellow residents, recipients receive a complete air conditioning system—including equipment, professional installation, and the first year of ChampionCare maintenance—at no cost. In a region where summer temperatures routinely exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit, a functioning air conditioning system is a matter of safety. Champion Air's approach of gifting full systems reflects the company's position that meaningful support requires meaningful action. Community members can nominate a deserving family at ChampionAir.com/nominate.
Beyond these signature programs, Champion Air actively supports youth sports sponsorships, local charity events, and organizations throughout the Greater Phoenix area. The company also welcomes community members to share causes they feel deserve attention, maintaining a standing commitment to evaluate new opportunities to contribute.
Champion Air holds a BBB A+ rating, is a Lennox Premier Dealer and recipient of the Dave Lennox Award, and carries Pearl Certification. The company operates three Valley locations—in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Sun City—and provides 24/7 emergency HVAC service with no overtime charges. Founded in 1982, Champion Air is one of Arizona's largest family-owned heating and cooling companies, serving the Greater Phoenix Valley. The company is licensed, bonded, and insured (ROC #328617), providing installation, repair, and maintenance for air conditioning, heating, heat pumps, mini-splits, and indoor air quality systems.
