The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk will be held October 28th at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa to unite communities, honor those touched by the disease and raise awareness and funds for a world without breast cancer. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation, with more than 1 … [Read more...]
Farhan Naqvi Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer with Real Men Wear Pink Campaign
Farhan Naqvi, managing partner of Naqvi Injury Law, has been selected to represent the American Cancer Society (ACS) in its annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Real Men Wear Pink officially kicks off on August 16 and leads up to the ACS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on October 28 at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. “I’m honored to be selected for this unique … [Read more...]
Las Vegas Kids Geared Up for First Annual Construction vs. Cancer presented by Las Vegas Paving Corp.
WHAT: The American Cancer Society is partnering with construction professionals in Southern Nevada to build unique fundraising event that caters to the fascination of children toward large construction machinery. Money raised through ticket sales will help the American Cancer Society save lives by funding groundbreaking cancer research, providing free programs and services for … [Read more...]
Excitement Builds For 2018 Construction vs. Cancer
Las Vegas - Southern Nevada’s leading construction and heavy equipment firms will welcome hundreds of valley families to the first annual Construction vs. Cancer event with the American Cancer Society on February 10, 2018 at Symphony Park. The event offers pediatric cancer survivors, and their supporters, the chance to operate “yellow iron” – heavy equipment – with an assist … [Read more...]
Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Non-profits in Nevada are facing a myriad of challenges from finding qualified staff and volunteers to changes to the federal tax code. Recently, executives for Nevada non-profits met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these and other issues facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for … [Read more...]
Craig Kirkland from Nevada State Bank raises money for American Cancer Society
Kirkland among community leaders who participated in “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign LAS VEGAS – Craig Kirkland, executive vice president and director of retail banking at Nevada State Bank, raised more than $6,000 last month to help fight breast cancer. Kirkland, an active participant in many local volunteers and community projects, was among a distinguished group of … [Read more...]
Moana Nursery donates nearly $7000 to American Cancer Society
Reno, NV – With the help of its generous customers, Moana Nursery presented a check for more than $6,600 to the American Cancer Society to help support breast cancer research. Earlier this month, Moana Nursery decked out all three of its stores with pink – down to the “Proud, Pink & Planted” shirts donned by all Moana Nursery teammates, both in the stores and in Landscape … [Read more...]
Excitement Builds Around Construction vs. Cancer, Oct. 7 Las Vegas Paving Helps Build Pediatric Cancer Patient Event
Known for large scale construction and heavy equipment, Las Vegas Paving has broken ground on a new child-friendly project designed to fire up the imaginations of pediatric cancer patients. Nevada’s leading heavy construction firm is one of the founding sponsors of the valley’s first Construction vs Cancer event with the American Cancer Society. A website supporting the autumn … [Read more...]
Then & Now: Clark County Bar Association
Ask a member of Clark County Bar Association (CCBA) why Southern Nevada attorneys should become members of the organization and the answers will span most of the benefits of membership. The one answer included every time: People. That answer comes in variations. But when networking, meeting colleagues, meeting judges, doing community service, volunteering on the Board of … [Read more...]
Moana Nursery Rocks Pink for Cancer Research
Reno – Moana Nursery presented a check for more than $8,000 to the American Cancer Society to help support breast cancer research. Earlier this month, Moana Nursery decked out all three of its stores with pink – down to the shirts donned by all Moana Nursery teammates, both in the stores and in Landscape Services, all part of the “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign. Moana Nursery’s … [Read more...]
ADL’s Fight Against Hate Gala Honors Las Vegans
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) held the Fight Against Hate Gala on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at the Paris Hotel & Casino. This year the ADL honored Lovee and Bob Arum for their continual and lasting support of the ADL’s work in the Las Vegas region. The ADL Nevada also recognized community partners The John C. Kish foundation, Captain Chris Jones of the Las Vegas … [Read more...]
Matt Smith Physical Therapy & Desert Valley Therapy, ATI Physical Therapy Companies, to Hold Toy Drive for Light of the World Childhood Cancer Foundation
Las Vegas - Matt Smith Physical Therapy and Desert Valley Therapy, ATI Physical Therapy Companies, will hold its annual toy drive benefiting Light of the World Childhood Cancer Foundation beginning Monday, November 23 thru Friday, December 11. Community members are asked to donate new unwrapped toys, gift cards, Legos, Hot Wheels and “Tween” gifts. No stuffed animals due to … [Read more...]
Industry Focus: Non-Profit
As the state continues its steady economic recovery, Nevada’s non-profit organizations have gotten creative in order to fulfill their mission. Collaborative efforts move forward making industry leaders optimistic about the coming years. Executives representing several non-profits throughout the state recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the … [Read more...]
Matt Smith Physical Therapy Collects More Than 300 Toys for Light of the World Childhood Cancer Foundation
Las Vegas - Matt Smith Physical Therapy recently completed its annual toy drive, which benefited Light of the World Childhood Cancer Foundation, an organization that aims to provide programs to those affected by childhood cancer that give spiritual, emotional and financial support, and assist families with finding resources to address practical concerns. The company collected … [Read more...]
Henderson Chamber Helps Make Holiday Wishes a Reality
Sponsorship of surprises for young girl example of Community Day events HENDERSON, Nev. – Every year the Henderson Chamber of Commerce hosts Community Days, where the membership works to give back to the community. The end of the year brings the most poignant service project yet – making a young girl’s holiday dreams come true. Justianna (her last name has been withheld … [Read more...]
Foundation Raising Funds for Veterans Memorial in Downtown Las Vegas
A local foundation is raising money to build a "world-class" veterans memorial in downtown Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Veterans Memorial Foundation is seeking $2.2 million through its Brick Campaign, where bricks are being sold at a range of $250 to $550. All bricks can be purchased in honor of a veteran and customized with the veteran's name, rank, dates of service and … [Read more...]
Henderson Chamber raises $7,300 for American Cancer Society
Money was raised as part of Community Day, included sneaker design contest HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce raised $7,300 as part of the Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers Challenge benefiting American Cancer Society research, free patient and caregiver services, education and advocacy programs. Each season during Suits And Sneakers Awareness … [Read more...]
Officials Break Ground on Moapa Paiute Tribe Solar Project
The first utility-scale solar project on tribal land is underway in Southern Nevada. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (NV) joined representatives from the Moapa Band of Piautes and executives from First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) to kick off construction on the 250 Megawatt power plant. The project is located on … [Read more...]
Nevada State Bank Expanding Mortgage Team to Meet Demand
Nevada State Bank is "gearing up" for increased mortgage demand. The bank is expanding its team of loan officers to handle a purchase market that is picking up steam, according to a recent statement. “While other organizations are downsizing the large refinance teams they have built over the last few years, Nevada State Bank is growing our purchase team to handle the … [Read more...]
Workin’ Out at Work: Corporate Wellness in Nevada
Wellness programs are becoming more popular in today’s economy as both employers and employees alike work to keep healthcare costs down. Wellness programs are workplace programs that promote healthy lifestyle choices, offer opportunities to take control of health issues and cut healthcare costs. Programs may include education, athletic opportunities, on-site medical … [Read more...]
