High school is not an easy time for any young person, but it’s tougher for others. While some youth in Clark County schools worry about homework, sports, or spending time with friends, there are over 14,000 youth enrolled in our schools who are experiencing homelessness and must worry about how they will get their next meal. To make sure they have access to a hot meal, the … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Hosts Plastic Food Drive to Ensure Youth Access to Hot Meals — Fast Food and Grocery Store Gift Cards Needed by Mar. 31 —
Arash Ghafoori
Industry FocusPhilanthropy
In recent years, the economy has been slowly but surely improving. As a result, many industries have been growing stronger and seeing benefits. When it comes to non-profit organizations, however, the improving economy may be introducing new challenges and reinforcing existing ones. Despite this, these organizations are hopeful about the future. Recently, executives representing … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Businesses and Individuals Needed to Help Homeless Youth for the Holidays: NPHY Provides Ways to Make Season Brighter Culminating with “It’s A Wrap” Block Party on Dec. 15
The holiday season can be difficult for homeless youth who lack the traditional family setting to celebrate with and share what should be a happy time. Instead of preparing for gift-giving and other festivities, thousands of homeless youth are sleeping on the streets of Southern Nevada and wondering when they’ll next eat. To help change that reality and give these vulnerable … [Read more...] about Businesses and Individuals Needed to Help Homeless Youth for the Holidays: NPHY Provides Ways to Make Season Brighter Culminating with “It’s A Wrap” Block Party on Dec. 15
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Welcomes New Board Members
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY), a Southern Nevada coalition working to address the growing number of homeless youth in the Las Vegas Valley, announces the addition of eight of Southern Nevada’s top business professionals to its Board of Directors: Tommy Burns, M.A., CPP; President, Burns & Associates Amy Chasey; Assistant Vice President, Marketing … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Welcomes New Board Members
Superheroes and Vigilantes Unite to Raise Money for Thousands of Homeless Youth in Southern Nevada at the 9th Annual Homeless Youth in the Alley Bowling Tournaments
Create a Team, Wear a Costume or Be a Sponsor for the June 9 Events More people can bowl and participate in this year’s Homeless Youth in the Alley Bowling Tournament as the popular event has expanded to add an evening tournament featuring a DJ and cosmic bowling, more sponsorship opportunities, and more fun in addition to the usual daytime superhero fun. Benefitting local … [Read more...] about Superheroes and Vigilantes Unite to Raise Money for Thousands of Homeless Youth in Southern Nevada at the 9th Annual Homeless Youth in the Alley Bowling Tournaments
Leadership Advance Class of 2017 Project Focuses on Helping Homeless Kids
The Leadership Advance Class of 2017 excelled in its class project in bringing support and awareness to the nonprofit Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, the most comprehensive service provider for homeless youth in Southern Nevada. The awareness, donation and supplies drive effort by the up-and-coming business and community leaders began in February and culminated with a … [Read more...] about Leadership Advance Class of 2017 Project Focuses on Helping Homeless Kids
NV Energy Expands Efforts to Help Homeless Kids with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth: Donates Truck, Funds and More
NV Energy officials and employees joined Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth representatives to announce a new partnership to help youth in crisis and to donate a truck, toiletries and canned goods, and $20,000, the latter through the NV Energy Foundation. The announcement was made at NV Energy’s Ryan Operations Center. “We’re pleased to expand our relationship with Nevada … [Read more...] about NV Energy Expands Efforts to Help Homeless Kids with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth: Donates Truck, Funds and More
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Expands Drop-In Center Hours and Emergency Shelter Beds to Help Youth During At-Risk Times — Grant helps NPHY expand services as homeless youth population grows —
Before school, after school and on weekends, homeless youth in Southern Nevada often find themselves in vulnerable situations, frequently without access to basic needs such as food, hygiene and shelter, and susceptible to harsh weather during the summer and winter months. To provide a safe place during these at-risk hours, the nonprofit Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Expands Drop-In Center Hours and Emergency Shelter Beds to Help Youth During At-Risk Times — Grant helps NPHY expand services as homeless youth population grows —
Findlay Cadillac and Findlay Honda Henderson Donates Van for Homeless Youth Needs through Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth
For many, hopping into the car and driving to a desired destination is an easy, everyday task. However, for homeless youth, getting to school, a job, the DMV or simply meeting friends is a challenge. Transportation is just one of the many services Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) provides for its youth clients. Now it will be easier with the donation of a 2015 … [Read more...] about Findlay Cadillac and Findlay Honda Henderson Donates Van for Homeless Youth Needs through Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth
Keller Williams Team Renovates Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Housing, Counseling and Shelter Facilities
New furnishings, new paint, home improvements and more greeted Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth’s Independent Living Program clients when they returned home from school and work recently. The renovation and upgrades were made through the generosity of associates and business partners of Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas to the nonprofit organization’s six aging housing … [Read more...] about Keller Williams Team Renovates Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Housing, Counseling and Shelter Facilities
Lamar Advertising Joins Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth in Bringing Awareness to Growing Youth Homelessness Issue
Lamar Advertising Company has joined Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) in combatting the community’s growing homeless youth problem by donating billboard space to generate awareness about the plight of the estimated 23,790 homeless youth in Nevada – more than 11,000 in Clark County – and where to get help. “There are way too many children on the streets, and we want … [Read more...] about Lamar Advertising Joins Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth in Bringing Awareness to Growing Youth Homelessness Issue
Youth Homelessness is Topic for Brazen Architecture’s BRAZENconversations on January 8, 2016
BRAZENarchitecture’s quarterly BRAZENconversations community discussion series is focusing on youth homelessness January 8. Facilitated by citizen architect, Monica Gresser, principal of the downtown-based BRAZENarchitecture, BRAZENconversations is a series of discussions on social topics affecting the southern Nevada community. “Surviving on the Street: Why Does Las … [Read more...] about Youth Homelessness is Topic for Brazen Architecture’s BRAZENconversations on January 8, 2016
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Launches Annual Campaign to Feed Homeless Teens for the Holidays Collecting Fast Food, Grocery Store Gift Cards: Culminates at Nov. 21 tailgate party for UNLV-San Diego State football game
With the holidays approaching, more people open up their hearts to those less fortunate, and Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) is offering an easy way to help feed kids in need. The nonprofit organization is launching its annual Plastic Food Drive to provide the more than 11,000 Clark County homeless youth with a hot meal for Thanksgiving and the December … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Launches Annual Campaign to Feed Homeless Teens for the Holidays Collecting Fast Food, Grocery Store Gift Cards: Culminates at Nov. 21 tailgate party for UNLV-San Diego State football game
Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas Renovates Aging Homeless Youth Housing Units — Partners with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth for local service project
Armed with paint, tools and new household items, associates of Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas (KWLV) painted, repaired, and did “extreme makeovers” on seven housing units for homeless youth that are at least 40 years old. The homes are part of Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth's (NPHY) Independent Living Program. Local KWLV associates volunteered their time to help the … [Read more...] about Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas Renovates Aging Homeless Youth Housing Units — Partners with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth for local service project
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Previews One of Country’s Most Comprehensive Homeless Youth Drop-In Centers
One of the country’s most comprehensive drop-in centers for homeless youth is opening, and it is located in Las Vegas. The Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth’s (NPHY) newly expanded Drop-In Center is the culmination of a unique partnership between three charitable organizations – NPHY, Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP) and HomeAid Southern Nevada (HASN) – that has resulted … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Previews One of Country’s Most Comprehensive Homeless Youth Drop-In Centers