The Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that its small business members will be able to provide medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits to their employees, effective December 1, 2018, following enrollment in The Chamber of Commerce’s Association’s Health Plan. Association Health Plans (AHP) offer similar benefits to small companies that have … [Read more...]
The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS to Host Black & White Affair with Flair
Benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada RENO – The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS (RSAR) will host the annual Black & White Affair with Flair on Thursday, September 20 at the Whiney Peak Hotel in downtown Reno. Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada, a home away from home for families with a child receiving treatment at an area … [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...]
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...]
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts 34th Annual SCend Off
$15,000 in scholarships provided at one of the coolest SCend Offs in the United States Reno – The USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Chapter will host the 34th annual SCend Off at Round Hill Pines in Zephyr Cove on Saturday, July 28, 2018. This event is a longstanding USC tradition, where alumni “send off” students for the new school year. The local alumni chapter grants … [Read more...]
CCIM Breaking Barriers: Exceeding Expectations
Among Southern Nevada’s commercial real estate professionals is an elite group of well-educated, experienced, dedicated and charitable individuals called Certified Commercial Investment Members (CCIMs). “Within CCIM there’s camaraderie and a community that I, in 30 years, have not seen in any other organization,” said Christopher McGarey, CCIM, of Berkshire … [Read more...]
United Way Launches Week of Action to Encourage Summer Reading and Learning
Local groups to volunteer for various community service projects throughout the week plus a night dedicated to dining for a cause Reno – On Monday, June 18, United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) kicked off its Week of Action at the Donald L. Carano Youth & Teen Facility site. UWNNS and U.S. Navy sailor volunteers will talk to kids about the importance of … [Read more...]
United Way of Southern Nevada Announces $1 Million to Support Agencies Solving Community Problems
United Way is shaking up the landscape of how agencies are funded - driving coalition building and evidence-based outcomes in its first multi-year funding process LAS VEGAS – The United Way of Southern Nevada is currently seeking proposals to support agencies and coalitions solving community problems. The $1,000,000 multi-year funding is a new way to support organizations … [Read more...]
NetEffect, Grand Canyon Development Partners and Simmons Group Collect Donations for The Shade Tree’s Annual Mother’s Day Event
NetEffect, a full-service provider of computer and information technology support and consulting services, Grand Canyon Development Partners and Simmons Group will partner for a special Mother’s Day donation drive to benefit the The Shade Tree’s annual Mother’s Day event. From now through May 4, the local community can help make this holiday special for moms in need by dropping … [Read more...]
Marketing, Web Experts Re-Elected to NCEt Board
RENO — Heather Hoffman, Kristin McClellan and Tracy Rhodes have been re-elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology. Hoffman has been re-elected as vice-president of event services for NCET. She has been a member of the NCET board for the last four … [Read more...]
Registration Now Open for Annual Walk/Run Benefiting the Kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Las Vegas residents will join 67 other communities for St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer on Sept. 15 This September, thousands of individuals nationwide will join together in the battle against childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases by participating in the Las Vegas St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer. Las Vegas is one of 67 cities nationwide … [Read more...]
Above the Fold Charitable Poker Event to Benefit Folded Flag Foundation, Feb. 25
What: The Folded Flag Foundation proudly presents, ‘Above the Fold,’ a sky- high salute to service and sacrifice. The event is a high-end affair intended to raise money for families of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The event will occur at the top to the Andaz West Hollywood with one of the city's best views of the skyline. Hosted by … [Read more...]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Celebrates New Secure Entrance
Carson City – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada celebrated the grand re-opening of its new secure entrance with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at its Carson City Clubhouse. Katie Leao, chief professional officer for the Club, said the new entrance offers a protected entry and exit point for members, parents, vendors and community members, as well as … [Read more...]
Lindy Deller of Dickson Commercial Group Receives NAIOP Volunteer Of The Year Award
Reno – Dickson Commercial Group (DCG) congratulates Lindy Deller on receiving the 2018 NAIOP Volunteer Of The Year Award, a nationwide award for outstanding commitment to the organization. Deller was instrumental in creating the Developing Leaders Institute class for NAIOP Northern Nevada. Working with prominent leaders in the commercial real estate industry, Lindy created a … [Read more...]
UFC GYM Reno Hosts Free Women’s Self Defense Class to Benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Reno - Join UFC GYM Reno on Saturday, November 18th for their very first food drive to give thanks to our community. Everyone is invited to participate the free Women's Self Defense class at 11:00 a.m. Just bring two cans of food or a gently used coat to benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Kelly Anundson, MMA fighter and UFC GYM trainer will be teaching the course. … [Read more...]
Reno Realtors Donate Backpacks, School Supplies to Boys & Girls Club
RENO – As part of a statewide school supply drive, local REALTORS dropped off donations Tuesday at the Donald W. Reynolds facility of the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows at 2680 E. Ninth St. in Reno. The donation drive was organized by the Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) and its 2017 class of LeadershipNVAR, the association’s signature program for personal and … [Read more...]
Nevada Department of Public Safety Earns Recognition for Registering Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donors
Las Vegas - The Nevada Highway Patrol has earned the distinction of being the first state law enforcement agency in the nation to join the National Workplace Partnership for Life Hospital Organ Donation Campaign sponsored by the Division of Transplantation, Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. They earned points for each … [Read more...]
Nevada Donor Network and Nevada Department of Public Safety Teaming up to Save Lives Through Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation
Nevada Donor Network and the Nevada Department of Public Safety have joined forces to encourage Nevadans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors. On National Donor Day, the Nevada Highway Patrol hosted donor registration events in Reno, Las Vegas and Elko, and announced their innovative statewide partnership with Nevada Donor Network. The Nevada Department of Public … [Read more...]
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...]
