With an unwavering commitment to empower, enrich and educate underserved children to lead choice-filled lives, non-profit CORE welcomes long-time juvenile justice professional Jeff Jones to serve the organization on the CORE 2021 Board of Trustees. “Jeff’s deeply-rooted experience and passion for working with youth and families will be so impactful to our CORE Scholars and … [Read more...] about Non-Profit CORE Welcomes Juvenile Justice Veteran Jeff Jones to Board of Trustees
Advocacy
The Center Receives CDC Grant for HIV Prevention, Awareness & Support
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada a sizeable multi-year grant for HIV prevention, awareness and support. The Center will receive $441,625 in the first year with a potential value of $2.5M over a five-year term. According to the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of HIV/AIDS, Nevada ranks … [Read more...] about The Center Receives CDC Grant for HIV Prevention, Awareness & Support
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Celebrates 20 Years of Positive Impact on Youth Experiencing Homelessness
Nonprofit Launches 20th Anniversary Impact Fund to Sustain and Grow Programs that Help Youth Overcome Hardship and Reach Their Highest Potential Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY), Southern Nevada’s most comprehensive service provider for the thousands of young people experiencing homelessness, recently kicked off the NPHY 20th Anniversary Impact Fund, celebrating … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Celebrates 20 Years of Positive Impact on Youth Experiencing Homelessness
Launch of the New Nevada Health Professionals Network
NHPN will become the premier resource for health professionals and advocate for the medical community in Nevada. The mission of the Nevada Health Professionals Network (NHPN) is to promote the success of the Nevada medical community. NHPN will do this by facilitating positive networking and business growth opportunities through an interdisciplinary team environment including … [Read more...] about Launch of the New Nevada Health Professionals Network
Hit Broadway Play Turned Netflix Special “American Son” Live on Stage – FREE on 4th of July Weekend at The Center
Broadway in the HOOD, in partnership with The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada, is thrilled to present the critically acclaimed, Broadway play, American Son, free and open to the public in honor of the 4th of July weekend 2021. American Son, the riveting Broadway play adapted into a Netflix Television Event, is an explosive drama that examines our nation’s racial divide … [Read more...] about Hit Broadway Play Turned Netflix Special “American Son” Live on Stage – FREE on 4th of July Weekend at The Center
Local Author and Veteran Physical Therapist, Deborah S. Howell, Advocates for the Health and Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
Supports Public Health Promotion with the launch of Heart First Medicine Academy Local Vegas Physical Therapist, Deborah S. Howell, specializes in rehabilitative therapy and helping people to heal and transform their lives, and launches Heart First Medicine Academy. Encompassing more than 27 years of clinical expertise, Howell’s professional qualifications include: Chronic … [Read more...] about Local Author and Veteran Physical Therapist, Deborah S. Howell, Advocates for the Health and Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas to Host PRIDE-themed Tea Party on June 24 to Commemorate LGBTQ Pride Month
A portion of proceeds to be donated to Henderson Equality Center In celebration of LGBTQ PRIDE Month, the award-winning, non-gaming Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas invites guests to experience a PRIDE-themed tea party in the hotel’s iconic Tea Lounge overlooking the Las Vegas Strip on Thursday, June 24. The hotel’s “Pride Tea” event will feature two seatings starting at … [Read more...] about Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas to Host PRIDE-themed Tea Party on June 24 to Commemorate LGBTQ Pride Month
Get the S’mores and Arts & Crafts Ready as Kids with Medical Needs Virtually Return to ‘Cabins’ for 2021’s Camp Independent Firefly
Camp Independent Firefly is back! As a cornerstone service for the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation, the premier camp program for youth affected by bleeding disorders will take place as a virtual experience June 15-18, 2021. The four-day camp is designed to allow children with special medical needs the opportunity to experience a variety of traditional … [Read more...] about Get the S’mores and Arts & Crafts Ready as Kids with Medical Needs Virtually Return to ‘Cabins’ for 2021’s Camp Independent Firefly
Celebrate Summertime at Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada’s First-Ever “I’ve Got the Music in Me” Concert in the Park on June 26
Family-friendly community event to run all day; features food trucks and music from local bands and musicians. Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada (DSOSN), the leading nonprofit organization and primary source of education, information, and support for Southern Nevada families affected by Down syndrome, announces its first-ever "I've Got the Music in Me" Concert in … [Read more...] about Celebrate Summertime at Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada’s First-Ever “I’ve Got the Music in Me” Concert in the Park on June 26
Ferraro’s Hosts Fundraiser for Hope Means Nevada to End Teen Suicide in the State
On Thursday, May 20, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar hosted a fundraising event for Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based non-profit focused on eliminating youth suicide in the state. This event was made possible through the generous support UNLV’s Athletic Department, and Ferraro’s presented HMN with a $10,000 check during the event. All funds raised … [Read more...] about Ferraro’s Hosts Fundraiser for Hope Means Nevada to End Teen Suicide in the State