Empire Cat Partners with AZ Kidz Experience to Illuminate the 2026 Bouse Off-Road Jamboree
BOUSE, AZ – AZ Kidz Experience, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting Phoenix Children’s, is proud to announce a vital partnership with Empire Southwest (Empire Cat) for the upcoming AZ Kidz Bouse Off-Road Jamboree. To support the event's mission and ensure a safe experience for all attendees, Empire Cat has generously donated the use of six high-output light tower generators to illuminate the event grounds at Bouse Community Park.
The Jamboree, taking place January 30–31, 2026, is a community-driven fundraising festival that unites Arizona’s off-road enthusiasts to support children facing life-threatening illnesses. Empire Cat’s contribution provides the essential infrastructure needed to host the weekend’s festivities, which include live music, a UTV blindfold obstacle course, carnival games, and a cornhole tournament.
"Our goal at AZ Kidz Experience is to provide an escape for the brave kids at Phoenix Children’s and raise the funds necessary for their life-saving care," said Pierre Demers, President of AZ Kidz Experience. "Partners like Empire Cat are the backbone of this event. By lighting up Bouse Community Park, they are helping us create a safe, professional, and exciting environment for our supporters and families to gather and give back."
The donated light towers will be strategically placed to provide visibility for evening entertainment and ensure pedestrian safety throughout the park. This collaboration ensures that 100% of the event’s proceeds can be directed toward the hospital’s world-class treatments, research, and family-centered programs.
About AZ Kidz Experience: AZ Kidz Experience is a non-profit organization founded to honor the legacy of loved ones by supporting Phoenix Children’s. By uniting the off-road and outdoor communities, the organization raises funds and awareness to provide hope, healing, and unforgettable adventures for pediatric patients and their families.
About Empire Southwest: Empire Southwest is a third-generation family-owned Caterpillar dealer that has served Arizona for over 70 years. Known for excellence in heavy equipment and service, Empire is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility and giving back to the local communities that have supported them for decades.
Media Contact:
Pierre Demers, President, AZ Kidz Experience 602-361-7157 pierre@azkidzexperience.org Website: azkidzexperience.org