The Las Vegas Bowl spent the last two days visiting Clark County schools where six schools were each a recipient of $5,000 through the Extra Yard for Teachers Grant program. Nearly $15,000 was raised at events around the December bowl game, then the College Football Playoff Foundation matched the funds allowing for the Las Vegas Bowl to award Grants equaling $30,000. The … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Bowl Visits CCSD for Extra Yards for Teachers $5K Grant
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Great Chef Run Adds Attractions for April 30 Las Vegas Event
The Nevada Hotel and Lodging Foundation (NHLF) will present its inaugural Great Chef Run at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 30 at Kellogg Zaher Park, in Las Vegas, to support the foundation’s NHLF scholarship fund. The Great Chef Run features a scenic 5K race through the park, located at 7901 West Washington Avenue, followed by music, raffle prizes, food … [Read more...] about Great Chef Run Adds Attractions for April 30 Las Vegas Event
Lace Up & Rock Out at the Second Annual Rock ‘N’ Run 5k Presented by Life By Music on May 14
Las Vegas-based musician and organization founder encourages community to lace up and support youth music education Local nonprofit organization Life By Music, founded by guitarist Ryan Patrick of popular rock band OTHERWISE, focuses on creating awareness of the positive impact the arts have on the emotional, mental, and social development of youth. “Last year the Rock … [Read more...] about Lace Up & Rock Out at the Second Annual Rock ‘N’ Run 5k Presented by Life By Music on May 14
Girls on the Run Las Vegas Holds Its Annual Fall 5K
Girls on the Run Las Vegas held its annual Fall 5K on Saturday, Dec. 4 at University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Pida Plaza. For the first time since 2019, more than 342 girls from 26 different sites around Southern Nevada dressed in festive, colorful running gear and race bibs, accompanied by their Running Buddies and community runners. Each year, the Girls on the Run hosts … [Read more...] about Girls on the Run Las Vegas Holds Its Annual Fall 5K
Girls on the Run Las Vegas to Host Fall 5K on Dec 4
Girls on the Run Las Vegas (GOTR) invites the Las Vegas community to participate in their 2021 Fall 5K, a non-competitive community. The event marks the culmination of this year’s GOTR fall season, a 10-week experienced-based curriculum designed to inspire girls in grades 3 through 8 to build confidence and make intentional decisions, while fostering care and compassion for … [Read more...] about Girls on the Run Las Vegas to Host Fall 5K on Dec 4
Turkey Trot to Bring Smiles to Children in Hospitals Saturday, November 20
A 5K run and 1-mile walk on the Saturday before Thanksgiving will go a long way toward bringing smiles to children in hospitals across the country. Orangetheory Fitness is hosting the Turkey Trot on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 8 a.m., with registration starting at 7 a.m., at its West Flamingo location (4245 S. Grand Canyon Drive, #109). Registration is a minimum donation of $20 … [Read more...] about Turkey Trot to Bring Smiles to Children in Hospitals Saturday, November 20
Candlelighters Superhero 5K for Kids Battling Cancer on Sept. 18
Sign Up for Live Event or Virtual Option The call is out to join forces to help children with cancer and their families in their battle against cancer with the Candlelighters Superhero 5K presented by Centennial Toyota. The annual event is Saturday, Sept. 18. It returns to Exploration Peak Park for the live event but also will keep the virtual component that was … [Read more...] about Candlelighters Superhero 5K for Kids Battling Cancer on Sept. 18
¡Andale! 5k to Support Scholarships for Latinos Seeking to Enter Legal Field
Nevada Latino Bar Association-sponsored race raises funds for LSAT prep and related test fees The Nevada Latino Bar Association (LBA) is set to host its third annual ¡Andale! 5K during National Hispanic Heritage Month, at 8 a.m. on September 18, 2021, at the Kellogg Zaher Sports Complex park, 7901 W. Washington Ave. The LBA-founded fundraising event seeks to address the … [Read more...] about ¡Andale! 5k to Support Scholarships for Latinos Seeking to Enter Legal Field