Wendi Schweigart, NDL Group and Project Marilyn and Samantha Molinero, American Cancer Society received the 2021 American Cancer Society Volunteer Staff Partnership Award, a national honor in recognition of a volunteer and staff team that has positively impacted the American Cancer Society (ACS) mission. The partnerships between volunteers and staff are critical to achieving … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Honors Wendi Schweigart and Samantha Molinero With the Volunteer Staff Partnership Award
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Community Invited to Learn More About COVID-19 Impacts on Cancer Patients and Treatment
The American Cancer Society is proud to host a conversation with Dr. Rupesh J. Parikh and Dr. Ovunc Bardakcioglu on Monday, April 27. The discussion will center around the impacts felt by local cancer patients and their caregivers during COVID-19. Amanda Klein, co-chair of the American Cancer Society Southern Nevada Leadership Board will moderate the … [Read more...] about Community Invited to Learn More About COVID-19 Impacts on Cancer Patients and Treatment
Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton
Southern Nevada’s leading construction companies will hold the 3rd Annual Construction vs. Cancer Event on February 29, 2020 on the grounds of the Silverton Casino. Created for pediatric cancer patients and their supporters, the event gives Las Vegas children an exclusive opportunity to operate heavy machinery, including backhoes, diggers, and excavators (with supervision). … [Read more...] about Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton
Community Leaders Raise More Than $170,000 to Fight Breast Cancer
Thirty community leaders came together throughout the month of October to raise more than $170,000 to help save lives from breast cancer. This distinguished group of community leaders raises awareness and money to support the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer initiatives and to help save more lives than ever before. Men from around Las Vegas joined in the fight and put … [Read more...] about Community Leaders Raise More Than $170,000 to Fight Breast Cancer
Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton, Feb. 29 2020 American Cancer Society and Construction Industry Leaders Work to Expand Unique Pediatric Cancer Patient Event
Southern Nevada’s leading construction companies will hold the 3rd Annual Construction vs. Cancer Event on February 29, 2020 on the grounds of the Silverton Casino. Created for pediatric cancer patients and their supporters, the event gives Las Vegas children an exclusive opportunity to operate heavy machinery, including backhoes, diggers, and excavators (with supervision). … [Read more...] about Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton, Feb. 29 2020 American Cancer Society and Construction Industry Leaders Work to Expand Unique Pediatric Cancer Patient Event
American Cancer Society Fourth Annual Real Men Wear Pink Campaign Local Leaders Bring Energy, Passion, and Pink
Nearly two dozen local business and community leaders have “stepped up their pink” to launch the fourth year of Real Men Wear Pink in southern Nevada. These men are united to fight breast cancer with the American Cancer Society as ambassadors, and friendly competitors, in the annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Throughout this September and October, these Real Men Wear Pink … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Fourth Annual Real Men Wear Pink Campaign Local Leaders Bring Energy, Passion, and Pink
American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Set for October 28, 2018
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...] about American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Set for October 28, 2018
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...] about Farhan Naqvi Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer with Real Men Wear Pink Campaign
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...] about Las Vegas Kids Geared Up for First Annual Construction vs. Cancer presented by Las Vegas Paving Corp.
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...] about Excitement Builds For 2018 Construction vs. Cancer
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...] about Industry Focus: Non-Profit
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...] about Craig Kirkland from Nevada State Bank raises money for American Cancer Society
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...] about Moana Nursery donates nearly $7000 to American Cancer Society
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...] about Excitement Builds Around Construction vs. Cancer, Oct. 7 Las Vegas Paving Helps Build Pediatric Cancer Patient Event
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...] about Then & Now: Clark County Bar Association
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...] about Moana Nursery Rocks Pink for Cancer Research
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...] about ADL’s Fight Against Hate Gala Honors Las Vegans
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...] about Matt Smith Physical Therapy & Desert Valley Therapy, ATI Physical Therapy Companies, to Hold Toy Drive for Light of the World Childhood Cancer Foundation
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...] about Industry Focus: Non-Profit
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...] about Officials Break Ground on Moapa Paiute Tribe Solar Project