Arizona Trout Camp to Be Honored as 2025 Community Champion of Transformation on October 2 at Celebration on Jackson

Phoenix, AZ — September 3, 2025

At this year’s Champions of Transformation celebration on October 2, 2025, New Pathways for Youth will honor a tradition that has fueled youth transformation for nearly two decades: Arizona Trout Camp—our 2025 Community Champion of Transformation.

A Tradition with Purpose

Since its founding in 2008, Arizona Trout Camp has brought together an invitation-only group of anglers, community members, and friends for a weekend at the stunning Cyclone Lake on the White Mountain Apache Reservation. Against the backdrop of crisp mountain air and 8,300 feet of elevation, Trout Camp has become more than a fishing trip—it’s a tradition rooted in camaraderie, generosity, and purpose.

Through fishing tournaments, shared meals, auctions, and friendly competition, the Trout Camp community has raised more than $500,000 to benefit NPFY. These funds directly support our mentoring and life-skills programming, ensuring Phoenix youth have support, stability, and skills they need to flourish in the community and in their families.

More Than Donations

The true power of Trout Camp lies beyond its fundraising totals. Year after year, this community has expanded NPFY’s reach by introducing new advocates, building lasting connections, and keeping our mission visible in circles of influence across Arizona. Their generosity is matched by a culture of warmth and inclusivity—welcoming participants who, once touched by the experience, often become long-term champions of youth transformation.

Why This Recognition Matters

Champions of Transformation are not defined by one-time gifts but by consistent commitment over time. Arizona Trout Camp has shown up for NPFY for more than 17 years, sustaining our mission and providing a reliable source of encouragement and funding. Honoring Trout Camp this year is both a celebration of tradition and a recognition that when communities gather with intention, they create a ripple effect of impact that endures.

Event Details

📅 October 2, 2025
📍 On Jackson, Phoenix, AZ
🕔 6:00–8:00 PM
🎟️ Join the celebration

We’ll celebrate together under the Waxing Gibbous moon—a symbol of momentum and growth—shining a light on Arizona Trout Camp, a community that has kept hope burning bright for Phoenix youth.