Supporting the causes our team cares about most is a tradition we’re proud to continue through our annual Blue Signal Gives Back 2025 initiative. Each year, employees team up to compete for a donation to the nonprofit of their choice — with Blue Signal matching the funds. This year, the support was even greater thanks to a generous bonus contribution from Desert Financial Credit Union.
This year, the winning team was Staci Cologero and Laura Jones, who chose to support the Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL), the state’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter. Together, we donated a total of $2,190 to AAWL to help provide food, shelter, and medical care for animals in need. As a team full of proud pet lovers, this cause felt especially close to home — you can meet some of our cute coworkers on our BSS Pets page.
Turning Teamwork into Impact with Blue Signal Gives Back
This year, Blue Signal teamed up with Desert Financial Credit Union to support our giving-back initiative. In a metrics-driven contest spanning key performance milestones, teams of two (Recruiters paired with Operations, Marketing, Finance, or People & Culture specialists) competed to represent nonprofit organizations meaningful to them. The top-performing duo received full donation matching from Blue Signal, with the final total boosted by Desert Financial’s generous bonus contribution.
- Winners: Staci Cologero & Laura Jones
- Cause: Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL)
- Total Donation: $2,190
- Blue Signal match: $1,190
- Desert Financial bonus: $1,000
What mattered most about this win was the opportunity to support a mission that truly resonates: helping animals in need across Arizona. With help from this year’s Blue Signal Gives Back 2025 donation, more pets will receive the shelter, medical care, and second chances they deserve.
About Arizona Animal Welfare League
The Arizona Animal Welfare League is a crucial, donor-funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving homeless pets across our local communities. With help from individual donations, corporate partners, and volunteer support, AAWL has maintained a no-kill mission while providing veterinary care, behavioral wellness programs, adoption events, and more.
A Look Back: Blue Signal Gives Back Through the Years
Since launching the initiative, we’ve donated more than $14,000 to organizations hand-selected by our employees. Each year’s winner reflects the passions and personal stories of our people, and the impact continues to grow.
Here’s a recap of past recipients:
- 2023: $2,240 to Smith-Kingsmore Syndrome Foundation
- 2022: $2,280 to International Justice Mission
- 2021: $2,105 to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
- 2020: $3,986.50 to Smith-Kingsmore Syndrome Foundation
- 2019: $2,052.50 to Smith-Kingsmore Syndrome Foundation
- 2018: $1,632.50 to American Parkinson Disease Association
Through each competition, we’ve seen how a little friendly rivalry can create lasting, meaningful change.
Get Involved
To learn more about the Arizona Animal Welfare League and how you can support their mission, visit aawl.org.
And to see how Blue Signal continues to support communities, elevate causes, and live out our values, follow us on LinkedIn or visit our Giving Back page below.
