Announces $20,000 Match Campaign for March 2023 2 in 5 women cannot afford period supplies. Feminine hygiene products are not covered by any Federal Assistance Programs, such as SNAP, because they are still classified as luxury items. Project Marilyn, a local Las Vegas nonprofit, was founded in 2019 to help address the issues of “period poverty” and ensure that women and … [Read more...] about Helms Helps Foundation Joins Forces with Project Marilyn to End Period Poverty
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More Than 600 Participate in “Scale The STRAT”
Winner Ties Course Record of 6 Minutes and 46 Seconds More than 600 stair climbers of varied abilities tackled all 108 floors and 1,455 steps up the iconic STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod today (Feb. 26) for the American Lung Association in Nevada’s Scale The STRAT. The annual “Fight For Air” stair climb is the American Lung Association in Nevada’s major … [Read more...] about More Than 600 Participate in “Scale The STRAT”
Saturday Night Life at The Center in Observance of National HIV/Aids Awareness Day
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada is hosting Saturday Night Life, a dinner and resource event in conjunction with National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), on Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 4 pm to 7 pm. The Center is located at 401 S. Maryland Parkway. NBHAAD is a national observance day to acknowledge how HIV disproportionately affects Black people. Black … [Read more...] about Saturday Night Life at The Center in Observance of National HIV/Aids Awareness Day
Celebrate National Blueberry Pancake Day Jan. 28 with Hash House A Go Go and Support Grant A Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center
$1 of every blueberry pancake sold January 28th and 29th will be donated in support Hash House A Go Go is celebrating National Blueberry Pancake Day (officially on January 28)in a big way as part of its continuous “give back with flapjacks” initiative. Hash House A Go Go will donate $1 from every popular twisted Blueberry buttermilk flapjack sold to support Grant A Gift … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Blueberry Pancake Day Jan. 28 with Hash House A Go Go and Support Grant A Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center
2022 End-of-Year Giving – How to Help Your Local Non-Profit Companies Graciously Support the Community
There are many reasons to give to your favorite non-profit at the end of the year, to show gratitude for nonprofits, to become part of a greater solution, and to prepare for tax benefits. The annual report, The State of Modern Philanthropy 2022, shows just how important this time of year is for nonprofit organizations: Non-profits To … [Read more...] about 2022 End-of-Year Giving – How to Help Your Local Non-Profit Companies Graciously Support the Community
Ways to Help Nonprofits in Southern Nevada
Following two of the biggest shopping days of the year, Giving Tuesday celebrates generously giving back. One of the most popular ways to participate is by donating directly to your favorite non-profit. Some companies will also give a percentage of sales to a nonprofit of their choice, offer matching grants to local organizations, participate in team volunteering and … [Read more...] about Ways to Help Nonprofits in Southern Nevada
12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala Raises Two Million Plus Surprise One Million Dollar Pledge from MGM Resorts International
Esteemed local nonprofit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center hosted its 12th annual Grant A Gift Gala underneath the sparkling lights on the Allegiant Stadium field on Thursday (10/20) evening. The charity’s biggest fundraising event of the year was a huge success, with over 845 attending supporters who raised an astounding 2 million in donations … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala Raises Two Million Plus Surprise One Million Dollar Pledge from MGM Resorts International
Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada to Celebrate 35th Anniversary at Annual Festival of Trees and Lights Gala
Holiday tradition returns to gala setting; incorporates special viewing event for families with young children Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada (DSOSN), the leading nonprofit organization and primary source of education, information, and support for Southern Nevada families with Down syndrome and other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), will … [Read more...] about Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada to Celebrate 35th Anniversary at Annual Festival of Trees and Lights Gala
Pride for Kids Celebrates Youth Identifying as LGBTQ
The Center, in partnership with Las Vegas PRIDE, will hold a special event for youth ages 5-12 and their families on Saturday, October 1, 2022. PRIDE for Kids celebration is in response to the increased need for services by young children identifying as members of the LGBTQ+ community. “At The Center, we strive to listen, understand, and meet the ever-changing … [Read more...] about Pride for Kids Celebrates Youth Identifying as LGBTQ
Local JDRF Chapter Hosts Free Type 1 Diabetes Educational Conference Aug. 20
The event is open to those with type 1 diabetes, as well as their families and caregivers, and features speakers discussing research advances, expert panels, and more DRF Desert West Chapter hosts the 2022 TypeOneNation Summit. This is the first time the event will be held in person since the start of the pandemic. The TypeOneNation Summit is an educational and … [Read more...] about Local JDRF Chapter Hosts Free Type 1 Diabetes Educational Conference Aug. 20