The James M. Cox Foundation has awarded $200,000 to Opportunity Village’s Northwest Residential Project. The Foundation is the charitable arm of Cox Enterprises, the parent company of Cox Communications, and is named after the company’s founder. “Thank you to the James M. Cox Foundation for this incredible donation that will change so many lives,” said Bob Brown, president … [Read more...] about The James M. Cox Foundation Awards $200,000 to Opportunity Village’s Northwest Residential Project in Las Vegas
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“Work With Purpose” July 29 Hiring Event Connects Locals with Rewarding Career Opportunities
Representatives from leading nonprofit community organizations in Southern Nevada will interview and hire candidates during the Work With Purpose Nonprofit Community Hiring Event on Saturday, July 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Opportunity Village Oakey Campus. This event offers a unique opportunity for individuals seeking to expand their skill sets, establish … [Read more...] about “Work With Purpose” July 29 Hiring Event Connects Locals with Rewarding Career Opportunities
Power Poll 2023The Roller Coaster Economy
It’s been 20 years since the first “Power Poll” survey was sent to Nevada executives and the world looks very different than it did at the turn of the century. Nevada’s economy wasn’t quite as diversified, the population was growing at a record rate and the state’s housing crisis was just on the horizon. A crystal ball may have helped the Silver State avoid some of the more … [Read more...] about Power Poll 2023
Local Career Seekers Invited to Find “Work With Purpose” at April 29 Hiring Event
Representatives from 12 of Southern Nevada’s leading nonprofit community organizations will interview and hire candidates during the Work With Purpose Nonprofit Community Hiring Event on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Opportunity Village Oakey Campus. Those interested in an opportunity to gain new skills, connections, and knowledge are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Local Career Seekers Invited to Find “Work With Purpose” at April 29 Hiring Event
Around the StateApril 2023
GOED Approves Tesla Abatement The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) approved a $330,250,366 tax abatement for Tesla. The company’s first abatement was approved in 2014 and, as a result, Tesla will begin paying an annual minimum of $53 million in real and personal property taxes and modified business taxes beginning July of next year. Since that … [Read more...] about Around the State
Industry FocusNonprofits
The business aspect of the nonprofit industry is one that is often overlooked. Sometimes thought of as only a community of “do gooders”, it’s easy to forget that, behind the heart, there is a backbone of business professionals who grapple with the same struggles as other businesses. Recently, nonprofit executives met to discuss the challenges their industry faces and solutions … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
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
Opportunity Village Artists Partners With Award Winning Photographer Mario Basner To Create Contemporary Art
Artists from Opportunity Village have been developing their interpretations of Mario Basner’s fine art collection, which are now on display at the World Heritage Collection at Tivoli Village. Tweet it: Celebrate art created by @OppVillageLV artists @MarioBasner’s art gallery @tivolivillage. #art #charity Las Vegas – Artists from the nonprofit organization Opportunity … [Read more...] about Opportunity Village Artists Partners With Award Winning Photographer Mario Basner To Create Contemporary Art
Volunteer Registration Now Open for United Way of Southern Nevada’s Day of Caring on September 29
Volunteers can now register at uwsn.org/caring for United Way of Southern Nevada’s Day of Caring on Friday, September 29, 2017, Southern Nevada’s largest one-day community-wide volunteer event dedicated to improving people’s lives. The second annual Day of Caring will bring together 1,700 volunteers to complete more than 170 projects at more than 60 local nonprofit agencies … [Read more...] about Volunteer Registration Now Open for United Way of Southern Nevada’s Day of Caring on September 29
Free Earth Day Celebration at Providence Community — Free Community Event is April 22 —
Go green with the Providence Master Planned Community during its first Going Green Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 22. The free event for the whole family is being held in conjunction with the annual international Earth Day observance where people all over the world demonstrate support for keeping the planet healthy and clean. Activities will begin with a Bureau of … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Celebration at Providence Community — Free Community Event is April 22 —
Industry Focus: Philanthropy
As a new administration assumes leadership, non profits across the state brace for changes. From funding challenges to community engagement efforts, leaders of non profits recognize a need for flexibility in their operations moving forward. Recently, a group of non profit executives met to discuss the issues their industry faces and the state of the non profit industry. The … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Philanthropy
Thousands of Santa Claus Look-a-Likes Fill Downtown Las Vegas to Support Opportunity Village
The 12th annual Las Vegas Great Santa Run over an estimated 8,000 adults, children and pets clad in Santa suits to Downtown Las Vegas to support the not-for-profit Opportunity Village. Human Nature, the Strip’s famed Chippendales, Mayor Carolyn Goodman and more were on hand to kick off the race and festivities. “Thank you to everyone in Las Vegas who showed up to support … [Read more...] about Thousands of Santa Claus Look-a-Likes Fill Downtown Las Vegas to Support Opportunity Village
Join Local Celebrities in Supporting Opportunity Village During the Annual ‘Las Vegas Great Santa Run’ — Performances by Human Nature and the Opportunity Village OV Elvi —
Local celebrities are supporting the not-for-profit Opportunity Village during their annual holiday fundraiser, the Las Vegas Great Santa Run, on Saturday, Dec. 3 in Downtown Las Vegas. The event helps fund programs that provide unparalleled opportunities, enrichment and support to nearly 3,000 citizens with disabilities and their families throughout the Las Vegas … [Read more...] about Join Local Celebrities in Supporting Opportunity Village During the Annual ‘Las Vegas Great Santa Run’ — Performances by Human Nature and the Opportunity Village OV Elvi —
Opportunity Village’s ‘Las Vegas Great Santa Run’ to Bring Thousands of Santas to Downtown Las Vegas on Dec. 3 — Registration now open —
Santas will take over Downtown Las Vegas for the 12th annual, iconic Las Vegas Great Santa Run benefitting Opportunity Village on Saturday, December 3. This year, Human Nature will join Opportunity Village’s “OVIPs” as the Grand Marshals of 2016. The Strip’s famed Chippendales will serve as the Grand Marshals for the one-mile Kris Kringle Jingle Walk. The morning will kick … [Read more...] about Opportunity Village’s ‘Las Vegas Great Santa Run’ to Bring Thousands of Santas to Downtown Las Vegas on Dec. 3 — Registration now open —
Leadership Henderson Announces 2017 Class
HENDERSON – Leadership Henderson recently announced its class of 2017, the 17th graduating class of the program offered by the Henderson Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The 26 community and business leaders will receive more than 30 hours of professional leadership development training, which began with a kickoff event Oct. 13 and will continue through May. During the next … [Read more...] about Leadership Henderson Announces 2017 Class