Despite the challenges of the pandemic, more than 740 community superheroes joined the nonprofit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada for its annual Superhero 5K. Typically held in-person, this year's virtual race brought in $210,000 to help children battling cancer and their families. Now in its 30th year, the event has become the largest fundraiser for … [Read more...] about More than $200,000 Raised for Children Battling Cancer — Superheroes Join Forces for Virtual Event —
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Candlelighters Superhero 5K Goes Virtual to Support Kids Battling Cancer — Weeklong Event Kicks Off Sept. 19 —
Children battling cancer and their families not only deal with the physical effects of the disease, but also with issues surrounding treatment, emotional impact, financial considerations and potential out-of-state travel. The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada needs help to continue providing support for vulnerable local kids and families, and the public is … [Read more...] about Candlelighters Superhero 5K Goes Virtual to Support Kids Battling Cancer — Weeklong Event Kicks Off Sept. 19 —
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation Hosts Everyday Extraordinary Breakfast Feb. 5
WHAT: Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada is hosting the inaugural Everyday Extraordinary Breakfast. The no-cost event will feature a morning of celebration and inspiration that showcases the compelling journey of local Candlelighters kids and families. The event honors outstanding community supporters for their commitment to the cause and will also highlight … [Read more...] about Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation Hosts Everyday Extraordinary Breakfast Feb. 5
Kids Battling Cancer Honored at Candlelighters Superhero 5K — Sept. 14 at Mountain’s Edge —
Children battling cancer show the bravery and fearlessness of superheroes every day throughout their fight. Each year, the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada recognizes these kids for their courage and inspiration to others by naming special ambassadors for its annual Superhero 5K. This year’s race – and companion festivities – is Saturday, Sept. 14 at the … [Read more...] about Kids Battling Cancer Honored at Candlelighters Superhero 5K — Sept. 14 at Mountain’s Edge —
Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer — Candlelighters Superhero 5K on Sept. 14 at Mountain’s Edge — Form a Team, Activities for All Ages
If anybody needs a superhero on their side, it’s children battling cancer and their families. They’re not only dealing with the physical effects of the disease but also with treatment, emotional impact, financial considerations and potential out-of-state travel. The biggest hero to these vulnerable kids and families is the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada, … [Read more...] about Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer — Candlelighters Superhero 5K on Sept. 14 at Mountain’s Edge — Form a Team, Activities for All Ages
Superhero and Angel Ambassadors are Inspirations for Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan on Sept. 15
Superhero and Angel Ambassadors are Inspirations for Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan on Sept. 15 at Mountain's Edge -- Annual Event Benefits Kids with Cancer and Their Families Every year the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada recognizes local children with cancer to be ambassadors for its annual Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan at the Mountain’s Edge Master … [Read more...] about Superhero and Angel Ambassadors are Inspirations for Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan on Sept. 15
Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer
Sign up for Candlelighters 5K on Sept. 15 at Mountain's Edge, Beer Garden and carnival games added to festivities Grab a cape and be a superhero to support kids with cancer and the local nonprofit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada at the Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan. The morning event and festivities are Saturday, Sept. 15 at Exploration Park in the … [Read more...] about Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer
Local Kids with Cancer honored as Ambassadors at Candlelighters Superhero 5K — Support children battling cancer on Sept. 9 at Mountain’s Edge —
Every day local children face their battle with cancer with fearlessness and a brave front for their families. To recognize these kids, the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada names special ambassadors each year for its annual Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan race and festivities, which is Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community. The … [Read more...] about Local Kids with Cancer honored as Ambassadors at Candlelighters Superhero 5K — Support children battling cancer on Sept. 9 at Mountain’s Edge —
Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer — Sign up to run or walk, support Candlelighters and have fun Sept. 9 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge —
Grab a cape and be a superhero to support kids with cancer and the local non-profit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada at the Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan. One of the nonprofit’s largest fundraisers, the morning event and festivities are Saturday, Sept. 9 at Exploration Park in the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community in southwest Las Vegas. There … [Read more...] about Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer — Sign up to run or walk, support Candlelighters and have fun Sept. 9 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge —
Evening of Hope, A Culinary Experience for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
Selections from top Las Vegas restaurants, beautiful and heart-warming children’s art, great silent and live auction prizes, and good friends combine to shine the spotlight on helping children and families affected by cancer. An Evening of Hope will be Friday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m., overlooking the city in the Worldview venue on the 16th Floor, Building B at the World Market … [Read more...] about Evening of Hope, A Culinary Experience for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
Colliers International – Las Vegas and Links for Life Foundation Donate More Than $7,500 to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
LAS VEGAS – Colliers International – Las Vegas and its charitable foundation, Links for Life, teamed up to raise more than $7,500 for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada through the charity’s 26th Annual Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan. The annual run, held on September 10 at Exploration Peak Park in Mountain’s Edge, raised awareness and funds to fight … [Read more...] about Colliers International – Las Vegas and Links for Life Foundation Donate More Than $7,500 to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
Community joins Candlelighters for shineGOLD Campaign for Childhood Cancer — Several ways to participate in September
Local municipalities, businesses, patients and others have joined the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada to raise awareness about the needs, opportunities and challenges that face children with cancer as well as their families through the new shineGOLD community initiative. It was developed by the nonprofit Candlelighters organization in conjunction with … [Read more...] about Community joins Candlelighters for shineGOLD Campaign for Childhood Cancer — Several ways to participate in September
Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer: Sign up to Run or Walk, and Have Fun Sept. 10 at Exploration Peak Park at Mountain’s Edge
Superheroes are uniting to support the local nonprofit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada for one of its largest fundraisers. The Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan is Saturday, Sept. 10 at Exploration Peak Park in the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community. Proceeds from the superhero-themed 5K and one-mile walk allow Candlelighters to provide children with … [Read more...] about Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer: Sign up to Run or Walk, and Have Fun Sept. 10 at Exploration Peak Park at Mountain’s Edge
Evening of Hope Art and Epicurean Event Benefits Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada on March 4
Selections from top Las Vegas restaurants, beautiful and heart-warming children’s art, great silent and live auction prizes, and good friends combine to shine the spotlight on helping children and families affected by cancer. An Evening of Hope will be Friday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m., overlooking the city in the Worldview venue on the 16th Floor, Building B at the World Market … [Read more...] about Evening of Hope Art and Epicurean Event Benefits Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada on March 4
More than $200,000 Raised at Candlelighters 25th Anniversary Race for Kids with Cancer: Milestone Event Sets Record for Money Raised, Participants
More than $200,000 was raised for children with cancer at the recent 25th Anniversary Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan, a record for the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada. The event, at Exploration Park at the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community, also set records with more than 3,000 attendees, 2,300 race and walk participants, and 501 competitive 5K … [Read more...] about More than $200,000 Raised at Candlelighters 25th Anniversary Race for Kids with Cancer: Milestone Event Sets Record for Money Raised, Participants
Centennial Toyota Rallies to Raise Funds for Childhood Cancer Patients: Team Members Shave Head for Kids
Centennial Toyota and its customers showed their support for kids with cancer at its Third Annual Centennial Shave Off last Friday. Anthony Woods, general manager of the dealership, hosted customers as they and Centennial Toyota team members got their heads shaved by young cancer survivors, with assistance from a professional hair dresser, to benefit the nonprofit … [Read more...] about Centennial Toyota Rallies to Raise Funds for Childhood Cancer Patients: Team Members Shave Head for Kids
25th Anniversary Superhero Race and Event for Kids with Cancer: Sign up for race, walk, fun Sept. 12 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge
A chance meeting between a local baseball executive and pediatric cancer patient 25 years ago set in motion the biggest local fundraiser for children with cancer and their families and the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada. Called the 25th Anniversary Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan this year to commemorate the quarter-century milestone, the race, one-mile … [Read more...] about 25th Anniversary Superhero Race and Event for Kids with Cancer: Sign up for race, walk, fun Sept. 12 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge
Colliers International – Las Vegas Raises More Than $75,000 at Annual Golf Tournament
LAS VEGAS – Mike Mixer, executive managing director of Colliers International – Las Vegas, announced that the company’s 21st Annual Links for Life Charity Golf Tournament raised more than $75,000 for various children’s charities in Southern Nevada. The 21st Annual Links for Life Charity Golf Tournament was held May 14 at the Las Vegas Country Club. Benefactors from across … [Read more...] about Colliers International – Las Vegas Raises More Than $75,000 at Annual Golf Tournament
Fisher & Phillips LLP Elects Anthony B. Golden to Partner
Las Vegas – The Las Vegas office of Fisher & Phillips LLP announced that Anthony B. Golden was elected to partner. His promotion took effect Jan. 1. Across the firm, there are eight new partners. Golden has worked in the Las Vegas office of Fisher & Phillips LLP since February 2010. There, he represents public and private employers in appellate matters, employment … [Read more...] about Fisher & Phillips LLP Elects Anthony B. Golden to Partner