Heat Relief Network Faces Funding End | Phoenix News

Maricopa County’s heat-related deaths are on the decline for the first time in nearly a decade, dropping from 645 in 2023 to 427 in 2025 — thanks largely to the Heat Relief Network, funded by pandemic-era ARPA money. With over 200 cooling centers across the Valley offering air-conditioned spaces, water, and shelter, the program has saved lives during record-breaking summers. But with ARPA funds ending this summer, the future of these vital services hangs in the balance. County officials are scrambling to find permanent funding through grants, partnerships, and legislation — while the network remains open through September 30th. If you need help, call 211. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/19d09b56badcf2e1