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Surprise Squad jumped in to help a Sun City widow who was struggling with home repair issues.

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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Jennifer has been struggling to pay bills since her daughter was diagnosed with leukemia and...

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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Free gas was given away in Mesa Tuesday morning.

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.

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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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Phoenix man lets roommate live rent-free, helps her with doctor appointments

Updated: Sep. 3, 2021 at 8:53 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"I can't do a whole lot of stuff because of neuropathy and pain in my hands from arthritis, so he does everything," Aurora said of Joe.

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Surprise Squad helps out a grieving Phoenix father with gas, expenses

Updated: Jul. 27, 2021 at 11:25 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"We’re going to pay for your gas. But that’s not it, Chris. Lots of times when people lose a family member there’s a lot of thing you have to do."

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Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad pays for groceries at Mesa Fry’s

Updated: Jul. 20, 2021 at 3:29 PM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Some Arizona families might be noticing it's getting a little more expensive lately when it comes to buying groceries.

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Surprise Squad donates $3,000 to Mesa woman’s dog rescue

Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 9:05 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Debbie was quite surprised when 3TV’s Tess Rafols and the Surprise Squad walked into her shop.

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Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad gives retired nurse a Rim Country getaway

Updated: Jun. 18, 2021 at 10:14 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"I love Payson. The thunderstorms coming in in the afternoon. The trees. The elk. Everything up there," Surprise Squad recipient Ann told Arizona's Family.

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Phoenix community’s ‘go-to’ handyman gets $3,000 surprise

Updated: May. 28, 2021 at 10:57 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Todd lives in a Phoenix mobile home park, and he is known as the go-to guy in the neighborhood if you need something fixed.

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Albertson’s greeter in Scottsdale recognized by Surprise Squad

Updated: May. 13, 2021 at 9:00 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Trae explained how he sets up the carts on display and makes sure they all have the ads in them for the shoppers.

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Surprise Squad helps a Glendale mom who has been through a lot recently

Updated: Apr. 30, 2021 at 9:37 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
“I thought my mom needs something because she’s been through so much with her colon cancer and her breast cancer and her back surgery and all the stuff she’s been through.”

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Phoenix teacher who was victim of hit-and-run gets big surprise

Updated: Apr. 16, 2021 at 5:16 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"She is an amazing teacher. She does everything. Somebody hit her car and took off. Teachers don’t make a lot of money."

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Surprise Squad rallies around Phoenix-area family whose young son has brain cancer

Updated: Mar. 26, 2021 at 9:04 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Alexis Silva works at Dental Design of Arcadia and is said to be the employee who keeps everything together.

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Mesa woman sees need in her community, stocks food shelf to meet it

Updated: Mar. 12, 2021 at 8:51 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
"There are just things that are happening with this pandemic that's brought a lot of people down, and we're trying to get them back up again and help them any way we can."

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Surprise Squad eases money worries of single Gilbert mom battling health issue

Updated: Feb. 26, 2021 at 9:32 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
The Surprise Squad followed Dave and his wife Andrea to the family practice where Brandy works Andrea had told Brandy she was there to drop off some hair care products and Brandy had no idea what was in store for her.

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Two Great Hearts janitors surprised with $500 from Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad

Updated: Jan. 29, 2021 at 8:00 AM MST
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By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Arizona’s Family Surprise Squad and Valley Toyota Dealers wanted to thank the janitors who work tirelessly to keep the classrooms as clean and sanitized as possible.
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