Junior League of Las Vegas, a Local Nonprofit, Is Commemorating 75 Years of Fulfilling Its Mission of Volunteerism, Developing the Potential of Women and Improving the Las Vegas Community. Over 75 years, Junior League of Las Vegas has contributed over 1.1 million hours of community service and raised more $1.5 million dollars for the community through service projects and … [Read more...] about Junior League of Las Vegas Celebrates 75 Years of Service in the Community
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Code Ninjas Announces Spring Break Camps at Summerlin and Centennial Hills Locations
Spring Break Camps Available for Kids Ages 7-14 Code Ninjas announces today the launch of their Spring Break Camps at both the Summerlin and Centennial Hills locations. Created for kids ages 7-14, Spring Break Camps welcome kids to explore their love of technology through a game-based, martial arts inspired curriculum. “Our kids have missed out on so much this year, and … [Read more...] about Code Ninjas Announces Spring Break Camps at Summerlin and Centennial Hills Locations
New, Free Financial Literacy Program Available for K–12 Children
In an effort to help youth become financially savvy, America First Credit Union is launching FUNDamentals, a customizable, financial literacy program created for kindergarten through 12th grade students and teachers. “Our goal is to make financial literacy easily accessible to educators and students,” said John B. Lund, president and CEO of America First Credit Union. … [Read more...] about New, Free Financial Literacy Program Available for K–12 Children
The Chef Jeff Project Hosts “Beignets and Chicory Coffee Pop Up Day”
Big day for these youth! First day for them to sell their own food to the public, after learning life skills training through cooking with Chef Jeff Henderson as part of the non-profit Chef Jeff Project. They hosted a "Beignets and Chicory Coffee Pop Up" all morning at their Las Vegas campus - 2987 North Las Vegas Blvd, Suite 9, NLV 89030, Suite 9. The local N. Las … [Read more...] about The Chef Jeff Project Hosts “Beignets and Chicory Coffee Pop Up Day”
Green Valley Grocery to Sell Girl Scout Cookies in 66 Locations Across Southern Nevada
100% of Proceeds benefit local Girl Scout troops Feb. 11 – Feb. 28 Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada (GSSNV) kicks off the 2021 Girl Scout Cookie season today, during a time when many Girl Scouts are selling in creative, socially distant, and contact-free ways to keep themselves and their customers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a first-of-its-kind partnership, the … [Read more...] about Green Valley Grocery to Sell Girl Scout Cookies in 66 Locations Across Southern Nevada
Code Ninjas Summerlin Announces February Events for Las Vegas Kids
Code Ninjas Summerlin announces coding classes and themed camps for kids ages 6 to 14. Free sessions with Code Ninja Senseis and themed camps welcome kids to explore their love of technology. “We wanted to give Las Vegas parents and kids curious about technology an opportunity to explore new programs and learn about our game-based, martial arts inspired curriculum,” … [Read more...] about Code Ninjas Summerlin Announces February Events for Las Vegas Kids
Valley High School Students Receive $1,250 Grant to Help Homeless Youth in Las Vegas
Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG) students pledge 100 community service hours to the “YAY” Youth Assisting Youth Project With a passion for community service, Valley High School students in the J4NG (Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates) program developed a project that directly impacts homeless youth in Las Vegas. The project was recognized by the City Of Las Vegas’ Youth … [Read more...] about Valley High School Students Receive $1,250 Grant to Help Homeless Youth in Las Vegas
Loving Hearts Adoption Services Launches Birthparent Support Group
Continuing their dedication to lifelong support for all members of the adoption triad – birth and adoptive parents and adoptees – Loving Hearts Adoption Services announced the launch of its Birthparent Support Group, an emotional support resource for those that have placed their child for adoption in the past. Starting on Monday, Feb. 15, the monthly meeting led by a Loving … [Read more...] about Loving Hearts Adoption Services Launches Birthparent Support Group
1,000 Dreams Fund Announces Return of BroadcastHER Academy: an Esports and Gaming Fellowship Program for Women
Partnering with Allied Esports and HyperX for a Third Year, Fellows will receive $1K Microgrants and Experiential Learning Opportunities With Industry Insiders and More 1,000 Dreams Fund (1DF), a national nonprofit that supports the dreams of talented young women in need with scholarships, mentorship and other resources, announces the return of the BroadcastHER Academy, an … [Read more...] about 1,000 Dreams Fund Announces Return of BroadcastHER Academy: an Esports and Gaming Fellowship Program for Women
City of Las Vegas Strong Start Academies Enrollment Now Open
Two Strong Start Go Mobile Pre-K Classrooms Also Available For Free Enrollment The three city of Las Vegas Strong Start Academies (operated by Acelero Learning Clark County) that have been closed since mid-December 2020 due to COVID-19 have reopened for full preschool service for children and families. Enrollment is open for the three locations: 1617 Alta … [Read more...] about City of Las Vegas Strong Start Academies Enrollment Now Open