3rd Annual Noah Nieto Fundraiser Underway at Arby's

Proceeds benefit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation

Feb. 20, 2026 at 9:35pm

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The 3rd annual Noah Nieto Fundraiser is currently underway at participating Arby's locations in Southern Arizona. The fundraiser, which runs through March 7, benefits the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation. Jami Salyers, Arby's Vice President of Operations, and Noah's father, Jesus Nieto, were interviewed on Tucson Now to discuss the details of the local fundraiser.

Why it matters

The Noah Nieto Fundraiser is an important annual event that raises money for the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, which provides support and resources for children with cancer and their families in the Tucson community. The fundraiser honors the memory of Noah Nieto, a local child who passed away from cancer.

The details

The 3rd annual Noah Nieto Fundraiser is taking place at participating Arby's locations in Southern Arizona. The fundraiser runs from February 20 to March 7, with proceeds benefiting the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation. Jami Salyers, Arby's Vice President of Operations, and Noah's father, Jesus Nieto, were interviewed on the local news program Tucson Now to discuss the details of the fundraiser.

  • The 3rd annual Noah Nieto Fundraiser is underway and runs from February 20 to March 7, 2026.
  • The interview with Jami Salyers and Jesus Nieto aired on Tucson Now on February 20, 2026.

The players

Jami Salyers

Arby's Vice President of Operations.

Jesus Nieto

Noah Nieto's father.

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation

A non-profit organization that provides support and resources for children with cancer and their families in the Tucson community.

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What they’re saying

“The fundraiser benefits the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation.”

— Jami Salyers, Arby's Vice President of Operations

“The 3rd annual Noah Nieto Fundraiser is currently underway at participating Arby's locations in Southern Arizona.”

— Jesus Nieto, Noah Nieto's father

What’s next

The Noah Nieto Fundraiser will continue at participating Arby's locations in Southern Arizona through March 7, 2026.

The takeaway

The Noah Nieto Fundraiser is an important annual event that raises money for the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, which provides critical support and resources for children with cancer and their families in the Tucson community. The fundraiser honors the memory of a local child who passed away from cancer.