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Surprise Squad

Sky-high gas prices are continuing after Labor Day; so the Arizona's Family Surprise Squad...

Gas prices still up after Labor Day; Surprise Squad helps offer relief in Phoenix

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 11:20 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
“What a lucky day for me,” one woman told Gibby with a big grin.

Surprise Squad

Bambi takes in unwanted dogs, many of which are injured or sick and need second or third chances.

Surprise Squad helps woman who puts her rescue dogs’ needs first

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 9:37 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Bambi takes in unwanted dogs, many of which are injured or sick and need second or third chances.

Surprise Squad

Sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers.

Surprise Squad helps out Glendale residents; gives away gift cards at grocery store

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 5:55 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
It comes as the credit card debt in the U.S. surpasses more than $1 trillion.

Surprise Squad

Tiana got a new air conditioning unit, courtesy of Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical.

Surprise Squad helps Avondale woman in need of AC amid intense heat wave

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 2:01 PM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
She knew she needed to get a new one and had been saving her money to buy it, but a health issue wiped it all away.

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Some Phoenix families got a little boost to their grocery budget thanks to the Arizona's Family...

Surprise Squad hands Fry’s gift cards to families in central Phoenix

Updated: Jul. 26, 2023 at 11:46 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Amid inflation, many families are having trouble making ends meet, and shopping for groceries can be challenging.

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‘Control Alt Delete’ helps Arizona domestic violence victims, gets Surprise Squad visit

Updated: Jun. 29, 2023 at 8:49 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
They have been instrumental in more than 13,000 escapes, including helping more than 26,000 children.

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Arizona's Family's Colton Shone surprised a woman named Felicia in a special way on Wednesday.

Surprise Squad drops by Phoenix Fry’s gas station for giveaway

Updated: Jun. 28, 2023 at 11:15 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Arizona's Family's Colton Shone surprised a woman named Felicia in a special way on Wednesday.

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Surprise Squad helps out Tempe woman who knits blankets for those staying at the VA hospital

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:34 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Bill said that both of Linda’s parents served in World War II and that was a big motivation for Linda to knit the blankets.

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While the lines were non-existent when the giveaway started it only took a few minutes for...

Memorial Day is around the corner, so the Surprise Squad helps Arizonans fuel up

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 11:24 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
At first, there weren’t many cars filling up so Gibby went out to the main Fry’s parking lot

Surprise Squad

Jeanie started Project Sleep Tight back when she was a teacher in Gilbert, AZ, with her...

Surprise Squad awards $5K to founder of child charity Project Sleep Tight

Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 2:05 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Jeanie said during the holidays, she often has plenty of volunteers and many donations, but those tend to go away when the summer months roll around. Jeanie often has to use her own money to cover expenses.
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Surprise Squad drops by a Fry’s gas station in Glendale

Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 10:17 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
The Surprise Squad dropped by a Glendale Fry's location Tuesday to help bring some folks some much-needed joy.

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Surprise Squad helps woman who’s known for helping others

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 12:20 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Beverly plays the piano and organ at a number of churches in the Valley, while also staying involved in prison ministry and hospice.

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Surprise Squad gas giveaway hits up Fry’s grocery store in north Phoenix

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 12:10 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
“A little goes a long way."

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Surprise Squad helps repair Sun City widow’s AC unit, washing machine

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 8:30 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Surprise Squad helped give Patricia a new AC unit and fix her broken washer.

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Surprise Squad gives deserving Tempe residents free gas, money

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 11:42 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
It’s another month in the 2023 history books, and the Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad is back around to help deserving Arizonans

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Surprise Squad helps mom struggling to pay daughter’s mounting medical bills

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 9:07 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
“I just have continue to stay strong and just believe everything is going to be okay.”

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Surprise Squad gives away free gas to frigid commuters at Mesa Fry’s Fuel Center

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 11:07 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Earlier in the day prices had shot up by 20 cents, so drivers were thrilled to hear the news.

Surprise Squad

Mesa principal awarded $5,000 by Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad

Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 11:59 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Everyone there shouted ‘surprise’ and Gina gave her a bouquet of flowers

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Surprise Squad pays drivers’ gas in Phoenix to save them cash for Christmas

Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 12:06 PM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
The crew and our very own Ian Schwartz went to the Fry’s Fuel Center to buy gas for some lucky folks.

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Phoenix teen surprised with a trip of a lifetime

Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 9:31 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
His mom gasped when she opened it and saw that the Surprise Squad was giving the family $5,000.

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Surprise Squad gives the gift of free gas in west Phoenix

Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 11:18 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
“I love helping people out,” Ian Schwartz said with a smile. “Your Valley Toyota Dealers trying to make Christmas just a little brighter for folks in the Valley.”

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Surprise Squad gifts $5K to Arizona mother, domestic violence survivor

Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 7:00 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Crystal said it had taken her many years, but she left a domestic violence relationship and moved back to her home state of Arizona with her kids.

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Gas prices are still high, so the Surprise Squad takes to the streets to help Phoenix families

Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 10:21 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
With the holidays right around the corner, most people would rather spend their hard-earned money buying presents for loved ones instead of filling up the tank.

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Surprise Squad gives away more free gas to Phoenicians in September

Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 11:31 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
The crew went out to the Fry’s gas station at 43rd Avenue and Cactus Road to see who they could help

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Surprise Squad helps Valley mom afford low-air-loss mattress

Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 7:00 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
She was in a car accident that left her a quadriplegic, essentially paralyzed from her shoulders down. This segment is sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers

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Surprise Squad gives out free gas at Phoenix Fry’s supermarket, $200 to woman who teaches music to indigenous students

Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 at 11:10 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
With many people wanting to beat the heat this long holiday weekend by taking a road trip out of the Valley, Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad wanted to help drivers

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Surprise Squad helps woman with growing medical bills

Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 12:53 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Caris reached out to the Surprise Squad when she became concerned about her best friend Sherri's health.

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Surprise Squad gifts Arizona teachers new school supplies for upcoming year

Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 12:18 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Many teachers use their own money to purchase supplies, and Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad wanted to help them.

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Surprise Squad gifts Valley mom a big surprise after losing her home in a fire

Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 11:51 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
As a surgical technician, she’s witnessed firsthand the devastation of the pandemic. Then on Mother’s Day, a fire destroyed her apartment and displaced her family. Her Aunt Patty wanted to do something for her, so she reached out to Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad. This segment is sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers.

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Surprise Squad hands out free gas, $200 gift card at Phoenix Fry’s supermarket

Updated: Jun. 27, 2022 at 12:26 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Arizona’s Family’s Gibby Parra went to Fry’s supermarket gas station near 8th Street and Hatcher Road to pay for people to fill up their tanks.

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Phoenix school aide gets awarded $5K for new car by Surprise Squad

Updated: Jun. 10, 2022 at 4:41 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Cindy told Maravilla the students are like her own kids and that she gets so much love from all of them.

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David Peralta surprises fans at baseball field dedication in Wickenburg

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 9:23 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Between Peralta’s surprise visit and the Surprise Squad gift, the day was definitely a home run for all involved.

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Surprise Squad celebrates hard-working Phoenix teachers

Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 11:23 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, so the Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad wanted to personally thank some local teachers dedicated to educating children in the community.

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Gibby surprises Phoenix drivers with free gas

Updated: Apr. 27, 2022 at 1:29 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
With the cost of gas so high, many people in Arizona are struggling. That’s why the Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers wanted to give out free gas.

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Apache Junction woman gets most nominations Surprise Squad has ever seen

Updated: Apr. 8, 2022 at 11:13 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Many residents of the Golden Sun RV Park in Apache Junction have a story about Bev, and they're all happy to share.

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Teen’s cancer diagnosis upends New River family’s world; Surprise Squad steps in to help

Updated: Mar. 25, 2022 at 8:51 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
The Surprise Squad thought Brayden and his family could use a happy distraction, which is why 3TV’s Olivia Fierro and the crew paid them an unexpected visit.

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Surprise Squad gives back to Phoenix drivers by filling up gas tanks

Updated: Mar. 16, 2022 at 4:23 PM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Nobody was yet filling up when the crew first arrived at the Fry’s gas station at 24th Street and Baseline Road, so Parra flagged down a car passing by and invited the driver to pull in for free gas.

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Surprise Squad gives back to Black Canyon City community food pantry

Updated: Feb. 25, 2022 at 8:35 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad recently took a road trip to Black Canyon City to visit a community food pantry.

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Surprise Squad delivers random acts of kindness, helps nonprofit

Updated: Feb. 20, 2022 at 4:04 PM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad thought it would be a great day to randomly surprise people in the community.

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Surprise Squad helps Glendale mom, 6 kids get back on their feet after fire

Updated: Feb. 10, 2022 at 11:51 AM MST
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By Mark Sheridan
Kim said the fire started in the attic above the bathroom in her room. She was working from home and noticed smoke.

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Surprise Squad pays for Valley viewers’ groceries

Updated: Jan. 20, 2022 at 10:48 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Gibby Parra was the one spreading the news to delighted and grateful shoppers at a Fry's Grocery Store near 24th Street and Baseline Road.

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Gas giveaway: Surprise Squad filled tanks for Phoenix drivers

Updated: Dec. 14, 2021 at 11:08 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"If there was a day to give away free gas, this would be it," 3TV's Ian Schwartz said.

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Phoenix family battling illnesses gifted trip to Florida amusement parks

Updated: Dec. 10, 2021 at 8:47 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Every day is a challenge for a Phoenix family with two brothers battling a severe disease.

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Surprise Squad gifts Glendale woman with Sedona getaway, $3K

Updated: Nov. 26, 2021 at 11:13 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"This is like being on a game show," Suzy laughed as she opened the second of two envelopes.

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Surprise Squad donates to Higley High School marching band for D.C. trip

Updated: Nov. 11, 2021 at 8:00 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Band director Chesley Sharp thought the crew was there to do a feature story on their program and had no idea about the surprise.

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Sun City woman born with cerebral palsy given mobility scooter

Updated: Oct. 28, 2021 at 11:09 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Linda was born with cerebral palsy, and although it has limited some of what she can do, she still has a very independent spirit.

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Surprise Squad inspires Avondale students to help others, launch campus Surprise Squad

Updated: Oct. 8, 2021 at 8:00 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"We think you guys will inspire other teenagers, not just across the Phoenix area, not just across Arizona. We think you will inspire teenagers across the United States and maybe even the world to do the same."

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Surprise Squad gifts vacation money to woman who saved husband’s life

Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 8:00 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"We've gone from living the life we're used to, to living a little bit more paycheck to paycheck."

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‘It just takes a second to be nice,’ Surprise Squad recipient, community volunteer says

Updated: Sep. 17, 2021 at 8:06 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"I volunteer at a group home. But I've been sick for awhile, so I haven't been able to go there."

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New A/C unit given to Tempe women after spending 2 summers without cooling

Updated: Sep. 10, 2021 at 5:00 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
No A/C for two summers has been reality for Tempe resident Renee and her mom, and it’s not even the worst of their ordeals.
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