To help meet the food needs of students, Project 150 with Smith’s Food & Drug is providing over 6,500 meals to feed young people in need who may be food insecure or negatively impacted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 1 in 5 children in Nevada struggle with hunger, and COVID-19 has exacerbated the situation. Students fighting hunger are unable to … [Read more...] about Smith’s Donates Thousands of Meals to Students in Need
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Support from Valley Residents, Culinary Community During Las Vegas Restaurant Week Provides Over 180,000 Meals to Food-Insecure Residents
Southern Nevada’s food aficionados and culinary community came together in a big way to support Las Vegas Restaurant Week this year. In addition to a record number of first-time restaurant participants, funds donated during the 12-day event will provide more than 180,000 meals to the nearly 364,000 valley residents struggling with hunger. Since 2007, more than 5.5 … [Read more...] about Support from Valley Residents, Culinary Community During Las Vegas Restaurant Week Provides Over 180,000 Meals to Food-Insecure Residents
NBA Player Stephen Jackson to Host Community Food Donation Event for Local NonProfits, Press Conference 7/18 – 9am
Former NBA Player, Stephen Jackson, and the National Children's Campaign is helping to pack and provide 2 weeks of meal bags for local non-profits, Serving our Kids Foundation and Girls Athletic Leadership School to raise awareness of children experiencing hunger across the country and especially in Clark County. When: Sunday, July 18 Time: 7am - 11am (Food … [Read more...] about NBA Player Stephen Jackson to Host Community Food Donation Event for Local NonProfits, Press Conference 7/18 – 9am
Gerard Ramalho Joins the Just One Project Team as Director of Strategic Initiatives
The Just One Project is excited to announce its newest hire. Gerard Ramalho joins the Just One team as Director of Strategic Initiatives. Ramalho is an award-winning Television Journalist with 21 years of experience in the Las Vegas market. He has worked with a number of non-profit organizations as both a Media Liaison and Board Member. He has also worked closely with local … [Read more...] about Gerard Ramalho Joins the Just One Project Team as Director of Strategic Initiatives
Three Square Food Bank Announces Food Distribution Sites Updates
Three Square Food Bank has announced three changes to its food distribution sites. After Saturday, June 12 – Distributions will cease at Western High School. Three Square recommends visiting the Texas Station site (2101 Texas Star Lane). At 8 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.After Saturday, June 12 – Distributions will cease at Sierra Vista High School. Three Square recommends … [Read more...] about Three Square Food Bank Announces Food Distribution Sites Updates
Delivering with Dignity Marks One Year Anniversary, Delivering More Than 325,000 Meals to Valley’s Most Vulnerable
Created on March 23, 2020, as an emergency response to the healthcare and economic crisis of COVID-19, Delivering with Dignity has delivered more than 325,000 individual meals directly to the doorsteps of the valley’s most vulnerable individuals and families while also keeping dozens of restaurant staff employed. Delivering with Dignity works with nearly 50 … [Read more...] about Delivering with Dignity Marks One Year Anniversary, Delivering More Than 325,000 Meals to Valley’s Most Vulnerable
The LGBTQ Center Starts to Re-Open
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada is opening up to safely offer in-person support groups and services. Some groups will continue to meet via Zoom. “We did our best this past year as many of our support groups were able to meet online and as restrictions eased, we did socially distanced events outside in our parking lot,” Nicole McNee, The Center’s volunteer and … [Read more...] about The LGBTQ Center Starts to Re-Open
Nectar Bath Treats Hosts Free Drive Thru Food Drive to Help Feed Las Vegas Residents Nov. 21
Las Vegas based bath & body brand, Nectar Bath Treats, will host a Drive Thru Food Drive to help feed Las Vegas residents on Saturday November 21, 2020 from 10am – 2pm. The drive-thru service will provide (1) free bag of food (canned goods, dry goods, bread) per car - all while staying safe and socially distant. The event will take place at the brand’s … [Read more...] about Nectar Bath Treats Hosts Free Drive Thru Food Drive to Help Feed Las Vegas Residents Nov. 21