Jewish Nevada, a local nonprofit group dedicated to helping all people in a Jewish way, named Jennifer Sher chairwoman of its Women's Philanthropy Division. Sher has lived in Las Vegas since 2000 and has been involved with Jewish Nevada, which consists of community members and volunteer lay leadership, since 2014. Sher was nominated onto Jewish Nevada’s Women's … [Read more...]
Sunrise Children’s Foundation Debuts New Look & Shares Growth and Impact to the Community on National Non-Profit Day, August 17
Las Vegas - On National Non-Profit Day, Sunrise Children’s Foundation (SCF), whose mission is to help children fulfill their potential of safe, healthy and educated lives, debuts its new direction, look, and growth. The charitable organization delivers a full scope of services from birth to five and provides a comprehensive continuum of care to ensure that children in Nevada … [Read more...]
Free Seminar with Vegas PBS – Widows, Singles and Their Friends, Sept. 20
Join Vegas PBS for a complimentary seminar to learn about the considerations you should take as you live alone later in life. Have you thought about the implications of guardianship? What about updating your beneficiary forms to reflect changes in life? Who is your executor or executrix that will settle your estate when you pass away? How do you stay connected with your group … [Read more...]
Lake Las Vegas Gives $20,000 Between Four Non-Profits
As a part of its ongoing commitment to support community organizations, Lake Las Vegas recently gave $20,000 to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, the Ogden Family Foundation, Friends for Las Vegas Police K9 and the Henderson Community Foundation K9 Division. The donations were made as a part of the community’s Lake Las Vegas Days celebration, which was presented by Henderson … [Read more...]
Cox Charities Awards $95,000 to Local Nonprofits at Annual Ceremony
LAS VEGAS - Cox Charities, the philanthropic arm of Cox Communications in Las Vegas, presented $95,000 in grants to 29 local nonprofit organizations on Wednesday, Aug. 8. Ten nonprofits received $5,000 each and the remaining 19 organizations received grants in amounts ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 at an annual grant distribution ceremony. The awards were presented to a … [Read more...]
Las Vegas Rescue Mission Names Alyson Martinez as Director of Programming
The Las Vegas Rescue Mission (LVRM), a nonprofit that provides aid to the homeless and hurting members of the southern Nevada community, recently announced the hiring of Alyson Martinez to the position of Director of Programming. In her new position, Martinez will focus on policy and procedure development, oversee staff onboarding and continued education/training, as well as … [Read more...]
Kyle Rush Presented Centennial Award for Helping 100 Nevada Families Obtain Homeownership
Carson City – Home At Last, a program of the Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA), has named Kyle Rush a Centennial Award recipient for his work in helping more than 100 Nevadan families obtain homeownership. Rush is a loan officer with Guild Mortgage, and was surprised by the Home At Last team with the award presentation to celebrate this major milestone. “Kyle is a valued … [Read more...]
Michelle Piccinini Receives Centennial Award for Helping 100 Nevada Families Obtain Homeownership
Carson City – Home At Last, a program of the Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA), has awarded Michelle Piccinini the prestigious Centennial Award for her work in helping more than 100 Nevadan families obtain homeownership. Piccinini, a senior mortgage consultant with New American Funding, was surprised with the award (and a bit of fanfare) by the Home At Last team at her … [Read more...]
Western Elite Holds Community Book Drive to Benefit WGU Nevada’s Free “Little Libraries”
WHO: Western Elite, WGU Nevada WHAT: In an effort to support the free “Little Libraries” free book exchange that debuted in 2017, Western Elite, a southern Nevada leader in construction waste and recycling, is holding a book drive to benefit the community project. The books ultimately benefit elementary schools in the Las Vegas Valley that are in need of books for … [Read more...]
Naiop Southern Nevada Presents “Mayors Panel” at August Breakfast
NAIOP Southern Nevada presents an expert panel discussion of Southern Nevada mayors as part of its monthly member meeting. The mayors will discuss their city’s biggest accomplishments and what differentiates them from their neighbors. The panel includes Mayor John Lee, City of North Las Vegas; Mayor Debra March, City of Henderson and Mayor Pro-Tem Lois Tarkanian, City of Las … [Read more...]
REMSA/Care Flight Promotes Shannon Petty as Reno’s Base Supervisor
RENO – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) and Care Flight announce the promotion of Shannon Petty, RN, CRFN, to the position of Care Flight’s base supervisor for the ground critical care transport and the fixed-wing base in Reno. Care Flight, a program of REMSA, is a regional helicopter, airplane and ground critical care transport service. Care Flight … [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...]
WestCorp Management Group Supports Boys & Girls Clubs Back To School Drive
WestCorp Management Group is supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada to help local students start the school year off right. The Las Vegas-based property management firm donated backpacks for students served by the Downtown Boys & Girls Club located at 2801 E. Stewart Ave., for its annual back-to-school drive. "We work with families at our communities … [Read more...]
National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Holds 81st Annual Conference
Addresses issues affecting juvenile justice, child welfare and family violence Denver – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) recently held its 81st annual conference. This dynamic conference hosted more than 600 judicial officers and juvenile and family law related professionals from across the country in an informative consortium covering topics … [Read more...]
IDrink Sponsors 2018 Vegas Strong 5K
idrink beverages is set to be the exclusive water sponsor for Jus Run event bene-fitting Las Vegas Victims and Community Needs Las Vegas – For the second year in a row idrink Beverages will be the exclusive sponsor of Jus Run. This year however, 100% of the net proceeds will be donated to ongoing needs of the Las Vegas Victims and other Las Vegas community identified needs … [Read more...]
First Independent Bank Collecting Winter Coats for Northern Nevada Children in September
Reno - First Independent Bank is joining with community organizations, the Hot August Nights Foundation and the Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows to collect warm winter coats for Northern Nevada children who might otherwise go without. During the month of September, the public is encouraged to support local children in need by dropping off a new or gently used winter … [Read more...]
Bok Bok Chicken Offers Free Food as It Opens Its First Location in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Bok Bok Chicken is celebrating the opening of its first restaurant in Las Vegas on Aug. 11 by offering customers free food and by supporting local charity Project 150. The owners of Bok Bok Chicken are inviting everyone to enjoy their Mediterranean flavors, served fresh in a welcoming environment, free of charge while supplies last from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and … [Read more...]
JAG Nevada Among First Recipients of Tesla’s Nevada K-12 Education Investment Fund
Organization to receive initial investment of $200,000 to help encourage students to pursue STEM-related careers LAS VEGAS — Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a nonprofit agency that partners with public education and private agencies to develop high school students into the talent employers want to hire using education and skills training, is proud to announce it … [Read more...]
Las Vegas HEALS Welcomes Three New Members to its Board of Directors
Las Vegas HEALS, a nonprofit membership-based healthcare association, announced that it recently welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors: Diane Fearon, Dave Marlon, and Alexandra Silver. “These new additions to our Board of Directors are invaluable,” said Doug Geinzer, CEO of Las Vegas HEALS. “They bring decades of experience with excellent reputations in the … [Read more...]
Last Friday Continues to Build Strength Within the Henderson Community by Hosting Ultimate Arm Wrestling and Heating up Water Street with Our Chef Food Challenge While Giving Back
Last Friday is supporting Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada with July’s community-centric event with something for everyone on historic Water Street HENDERSON – July’s Last Friday, Just Add Water Street includes exciting activations for all ages. Attendees will enjoy street side entertainment, food vendors, retail pop-ups and live music. Last Friday, JAWS Festival is complimentary … [Read more...]
