Telling the stories that shape our community.
Prescott Woman Magazine is Northern Arizona’s premier women-focused media platform, dedicated to celebrating the voices, stories, and impact of the Prescott Quad Cities. What began as a lifestyle magazine has evolved into a dynamic, digital-forward brand rooted in storytelling, connection, and community uplift.
We spotlight the women who lead, create, serve, and inspire — entrepreneurs, artists, educators, advocates, and changemakers whose work shapes the place we call home. Through powerful profiles, thoughtful features, and meaningful conversations, we go beyond the surface to share stories that matter.
Today, our storytelling lives across multiple platforms. Through the She Spark Podcast, we amplify real conversations around leadership, purpose, growth, and connection. Through the Prescott Woman Awards, we honor women whose courage, compassion, and contributions make a lasting difference. And through Portraits with Purpose, we combine storytelling and service, using photography to give back and uplift local nonprofits.
More than a magazine, Prescott Woman is a movement — a trusted platform for women’s voices, a connector of community, and a catalyst for positive change. We believe stories have power, visibility creates opportunity, and when women rise, communities thrive.
Join us as we continue to celebrate Prescott — digitally, boldly, and with heart — one story, one spark, and one woman at a time.
‘Women Take Care of Business’
The Daily Courier has stood the test of time, serving the Prescott-area community for more than 140 years, thanks to a “hyper-local” focus and a steadfast commitment to high-quality journalism.
Even while adhering to traditional news principles, the Courier’s parent company, Western News&Info, Inc. (WNI), has remained on the forefront in the corporate world. At WNI, women hold seven of the eight highest-ranking positions. In the U.S. in 2024, men held most high-level positions, ranging from 63 percent of director positions to 71 percent of C-suite positions (leanin.org).
Where Community Meets Comfort
Nestled in the heart of downtown Prescott at the Old Firehouse Plaza, Gypsy’s Café & Bakery is more than just a cozy spot for a warm cup of coffee and fresh baked goods—it’s a heartfelt expression of one woman’s journey, passion, and love for community.
Unlimited Possibilities with Nicole Brandon
The Prescott Chamber of Commerce is bringing inspiration, connection, and powerful leadership lessons to Northern Arizona as it welcomes internationally acclaimed speaker Nicole Brandon as the keynote presenter for its upcoming Quarterly Women in Business event.
Planting Seeds of Hope
In the heart of Prescott, something extraordinary is taking root. Rise Above the Clouds, a nonprofit founded and led by those who once navigated the foster care system themselves, is giving foster youth a camp experience designed not just for fun, but for healing.
Unlike traditional programs, the camp blends evidence-based practices with lived experience, guiding every activity through the 4 Cs (proven measurements of a regulated nervous system): Calm, Connection, Confidence, and Curiosity. Rise Above the Clouds staff measure these qualities using both observational and scientific methods (including voluntary cortisol testing) to see how safe, joyful experiences can rewire the brain and help heal trauma.
Chelly Bolger – 2023
Barchelle (“Chelly”) Bolger Wathen has always loved dogs, her own as well as shelter dogs. Her world changed forever when Chelly and her husband adopted a very special dog, Shayla, from Ukraine. This remarkable shepherd/wolfdog, abandoned as a puppy, learned to love and trust those who raised her at the Christian orphanage Otchiy Dim (Father’s House), before she came to America.
Leading with Heart, Purpose, and Community
For Makayla Chadwick, leadership has never been about titles. It’s about people.
As a State Farm Insurance Agent in Prescott Valley and President of Prescott Area Young Professionals (PAYP), Makayla has built a career rooted in service, connection, and community impact. Whether she’s helping a client protect what matters most or creating opportunities for young professionals to grow, her work reflects a consistent purpose: showing up for others in meaningful ways.
It Takes a Village
Raising children is tough—especially in today’s world, and especially when parents and caregivers feel alone. The team at Polara Health wants people to know they’re not alone; in fact, a whole cadre of experts and programs exist locally to help create stronger families.
“Children don’t come with manuals, nor does parenting,” said Beni Garcia, child and family counselor and a specialist in trauma-informed parenting at Polara Health.
She added that humans are wired to be part of a community; the adage, “It takes a village to raise a child,” is based in science.
Adventure Health
Whether you’re planning a camping trip to Yosemite or a honeymoon in the Bahamas, travel can be an unforgettable adventure. The last thing you want is an unexpected illness to ruin your plans.
Our immunity can suffer during travel for several reasons. Sleep can be compromised, we’re trying not-so-healthy foods, and we may get a little slack on the exercise routine. Combine this with exposure to more germs, forgetting to hydrate regularly, and the stress of being on the go, and our immune system may end up a little out of balance.
The good news is, that there are a few simple steps you can take to boost your immunity and improve your chances of staying healthy.
Landscape Your Way to Paradise
Summer has arrived and for plant enthusiasts in Prescott, it’s the perfect time to think about beautifying outdoor spaces. Whether you’re contemplating a serene green haven or a vibrant flower garden, understanding the right plants for your landscape is key.
PV MediSpa & Weight Loss: Where Expertise Feels Like Family
In the quiet heart of Prescott Valley, tucked just off Yavapai Road, there’s a place that doesn’t feel like a clinic at all. It feels like coming home. That place is PV MediSpa & Weight Loss, where medical expertise meets deeply personal care—and where...
‘Stay True to Your Passions’
Prescott Woman magazine interviewed Caroline Paiano, a Presentence Investigator with Yavapai County’s Adult Probation Office, to find out what she loves about Prescott and how she’s giving back.
The Future of Homeownership is Female
In a departure from tradition, the long-held notion of women as solely homemakers is being turned on its head as the number of women homebuyers has surged in recent years. Traditionally, the narrative surrounding homebuyers has revolved around married couples or single men, leaving women’s purchasing influence primarily overlooked and undervalued. But today’s data paints a different picture, with single women being surpassed only by married couples as the leading purchasers of homes. In 2024, single females are taking control and realizing their dreams of homeownership.
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