October 12th Event Supported by Lexicon Bank and Aunt Flow to Address Period Poverty in Nevada Project Marilyn, a Nevada-based nonprofit dedicated to combating period poverty, is excited to announce its upcoming Period Packing Party in honor of Period Action Day on October 12th. The event, aimed at addressing the needs of those affected by period poverty, will take … [Read more...] about Project Marilyn Celebrates Period Action Day with a Period Packing Party at Lexicon Bank
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American Cancer Society Announces 2025 Las Vegas Game Changer Honorees and Celebrates Community Impact
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness & October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month The American Cancer Society hosted its 2025 Game Changer Gala Kickoff Par-TEA last night (Thursday, September 19) at Christopher Homes SkyVu in Henderson. During the event, ACS announced the 2025 American Cancer Society’s Game Changer Gala Honorees, a group of community leaders … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Announces 2025 Las Vegas Game Changer Honorees and Celebrates Community Impact
Lawry’s The Prime Rib Las Vegas Partners with Opportunity Village Throughout April
Guest donations to be matched by the restaurant During the month of April, Lawry’s The Prime Rib Las Vegas will match a portion of the money raised by guests to benefit Opportunity Village and its mission to enhance the lives of Southern Nevadans with intellectual and related disabilities through vocational training, community employment, day services, advocacy, arts and … [Read more...] about Lawry’s The Prime Rib Las Vegas Partners with Opportunity Village Throughout April
Area15 to Host Exhale: A Yoga and Breathwork Event Benefiting Hope Means Nevada, April 7
In recognition of Stress Awareness Month, AREA15 and Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the non-profit organization focused on mental health and eliminating youth suicide in the state, will host EXHALE: A Yoga and Breathwork Event on April 7. Attendees will receive the opportunity to reduce stress, build community and learn new self-care practices to increase overall mental … [Read more...] about Area15 to Host Exhale: A Yoga and Breathwork Event Benefiting Hope Means Nevada, April 7
NFL Foundation and Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee Contribute $3M to Support Local Nonprofits
The Super Bowl Legacy Grant Program Funds Organizations Supporting Underserved Communities in the Super Bowl Host City The Super Bowl Legacy Grant Program aims to leave a legacy of philanthropy and positive economic impact in the communities surrounding the Super Bowl host city. In support of Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas on Sunday, Feb. 11, the NFL Foundation and the Las … [Read more...] about NFL Foundation and Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee Contribute $3M to Support Local Nonprofits
“Life-changing” $16 Minimum Wage Goes into Effect for 13,000 Nevada Home Care Workers Following Years of Strong Union Advocacy
After pay had stagnated at around $11 an hour for over a decade, the new minimum wage will help solve the workforce shortage crisis so Nevada’s rapidly-aging population and people with disabilities get quality care 13,000 Nevada home care workers’ lives are beginning to change dramatically as they start to see the state’s new $16 minimum wage show up in their paychecks. The … [Read more...] about “Life-changing” $16 Minimum Wage Goes into Effect for 13,000 Nevada Home Care Workers Following Years of Strong Union Advocacy
The Center Commemorates World AIDS Day with the Making of “Pieces of Our Heart: A Community AIDS Quilt”
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada will observe World AIDS Day in a unique and heartfelt way this year. The Center invites the community on Friday, December 1, from 10 am to 4 pm for the "Pieces of Our Heart: A Community AIDS Quilt" event. This event aims to honor and remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS while fostering a sense of unity and solidarity … [Read more...] about The Center Commemorates World AIDS Day with the Making of “Pieces of Our Heart: A Community AIDS Quilt”
Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada and California State Automobile Association Volunteers Revitalized Henderson Home
On Wednesday morning, dozens of volunteers from Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada (RTSNV) and California State Automobile Association (CSAA) got their hands dirty in a goodwill effort to help neighbors in need. CSAA recently granted RTSNV with $15,000 to go toward various home repairs, as well as home revitalization work – including painting, yard cleanup and a … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada and California State Automobile Association Volunteers Revitalized Henderson Home
Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge to Offer Specialty Cocktail in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge, located inside Resorts World Las Vegas, will offer a specialty cocktail to raise awareness and support for breast cancer research, available Sunday, Oct. 1 through Tuesday, Oct. 31. Throughout the month of October, guests can raise a glass of the Pretty in Pink cocktail in honor of everyone … [Read more...] about Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge to Offer Specialty Cocktail in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
PWB Raises More than $110,000 in Scholarship Funds During Professional Women in Building Week
Recently, during Professional Women in Building Week, the local PWB council participated in various networking and volunteering events. PWB also hosted its annual Wine Pull event, raising funds toward the 2024-25 Building Hope Scholarship fund. This year’s successful event garnered a total of more than $110,000 in funds, making it the largest amount raised in PWB Wine … [Read more...] about PWB Raises More than $110,000 in Scholarship Funds During Professional Women in Building Week