To continue its 70th anniversary celebrations, Opportunity Village has opened a new business line, Dessie’s Table Events at Camelot Hall. The new special event business specializes in social events, seminars, conferences, and galas. Led by the team that brings the Magical Forest to life each year, Dessie’s Table Events offers event planning, banquets, and a … [Read more...] about Opportunity Village Opens Dessie’s Table Events
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Work with Purpose Hiring Event to Take Place Aug. 10 at Opportunity Village
Representatives from multiple nonprofits will be present to meet job candidates and conduct onsite interviews Job seekers looking for a career at one of Southern Nevada’s nonprofits are invited to attend the Work with Purpose hiring event on Aug. 10. Hiring managers and representatives from the area’s leading community service organizations will be ready to meet with those … [Read more...] about Work with Purpose Hiring Event to Take Place Aug. 10 at Opportunity Village
Opportunity Village to Honor Mark Davis and the Las Vegas Raiders during Camelot at the Magical Forest
Table reservations and sponsorships are open for Camelot at the Magical Forest, Opportunity Village’s annual black-tie gala. This year’s event will be held on Nov. 14 inside Camelot Hall at Opportunity Village’s Linda Smith and Christopher Smith Family Campus, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. Opportunity Village will honor Mark Davis and the Las Vegas Raiders during the … [Read more...] about Opportunity Village to Honor Mark Davis and the Las Vegas Raiders during Camelot at the Magical Forest
Opportunity Village Announces Yearlong 70th Anniversary Celebration
From a living room meeting of concerned parents in March 1954 to a social enterprise with six locations and over 700 employees in 2024, Opportunity Village has a lot to celebrate during its 70th anniversary. In honor of the milestone, platinum anniversary, Opportunity Village has an iconic year planned. To help kick things off, Opportunity Village received celebratory … [Read more...] about Opportunity Village Announces Yearlong 70th Anniversary Celebration
“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
Cast of the Award-Winning Show “Potted Potter – The Harry Potter Parody” to Perform at HallOVeen at the Magical Forest October 27 at 6pm
The award-winning cast of Potted Potter – The Harry Potter Parody at Horseshoe Las Vegas will make a special appearance and perform at Opportunity Village’s 10th Annual HallOVeen at the Magical Forest on Friday, October 27 at 6pm for one night only. Tickets for HallOVeen are on sale at www.Halloveen.org. As one of the primary fundraisers for Opportunity Village, attending … [Read more...] about Cast of the Award-Winning Show “Potted Potter – The Harry Potter Parody” to Perform at HallOVeen at the Magical Forest October 27 at 6pm
RTSNV Raises Nearly $80K from Swing Fore Safe Homes Fundraising Event
Earlier this week, Rebuilding Together of Southern Nevada (RTSNV) hosted their annual “Swing Fore Safe Homes” fundraising event. In total, RTSNV raised nearly $80,000 in funds furthering the organization’s mission of providing safe and healthy housing for low-income seniors, veterans and people living with disabilities across the valley. Also, on National Make a … [Read more...] about RTSNV Raises Nearly $80K from Swing Fore Safe Homes Fundraising Event
Nevada’s Largest Healthcare and Public Service Union Announces Leadership Transition
SEIU Local 1107, which has become a preeminent force in the state, plans to build on its solid foundation to achieve even greater victories for good jobs and quality services The largest healthcare and public service union in Nevada has announced that its longtime Executive Director, Grace Vergara-Mactal, is retiring effective September 30 and will be succeeded … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Largest Healthcare and Public Service Union Announces Leadership Transition
Las Vegas Bowl Huddle to Celebrate Local Educators During Extra Yard for Teachers, Sept. 19
Football season is back! And that means the Las Vegas Bowl Huddle will again be participating across the Valley supporting the College Football Playoff Foundation (CFP) Extra Yard for Teachers (EYFT) program. In all, The Las Vegas Bowl Huddle has awarded more than $60,000 to teachers in Southern Nevada in support of projects promoting physical fitness, leadership and the … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Bowl Huddle to Celebrate Local Educators During Extra Yard for Teachers, Sept. 19
American Cancer Society Announces 2024 Las Vegas Game Changer Gala and Celebrates Community Impact
Kickoff event creates excitement around upcoming gala and the fight against cancer in Nevada The American Cancer Society (ACS) announced its highly anticipated Game Changer Gala during the Executive Committee Gala Kickoff event on Wednesday, September 6 at Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas. The event atmosphere was electric as luminaries from across the community … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Announces 2024 Las Vegas Game Changer Gala and Celebrates Community Impact