Spread the Word Nevada (STWN), the largest children’s literacy non-profit in the state, announces a partnership with Nevada Mining Association to provide books and literacy programming to children in Elko, Ely, Winnemucca, and Yerington. The “Mining for Books” fundraiser aims to raise a total of $65,000 to support book distribution to … [Read more...] about Spread the Word Nevada Announces Partnership with Nevada Mining Association
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Raiders Fullback Alec Ingold Partners with Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada for Financial Literacy
Alec lngold's Virtual Money Mini Camp for 8th-12th Grade Students Alec Ingold has a passion for finance and football that has translated into success on and off the field, not only for him but also for his football teammates. Now the Las Vegas Raiders fullback and team nominee for the 2020 NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Award is bringing financial literacy lessons ‒ honed … [Read more...] about Raiders Fullback Alec Ingold Partners with Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada for Financial Literacy
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada to Host 2nd Annual Virtual Race for Financial Freedom
Participation through outdoor and "Do Good" activities in April Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada will host the Virtual Race for Financial Freedom throughout April to celebrate Financial Literacy Month. The virtual event will support local educators, students, and families through Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's various K-12 financial educational … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada to Host 2nd Annual Virtual Race for Financial Freedom
Serving Those Who Are Serving Our Community
Feeding the North Las Vegas Vaccination Clinic Workers (Firefighters, Police, Military, FEMA) The Chef Jeff Project and Neighborhood Housing Services of Southern Nevada (NHSSN) teamed up on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 to provide food and snacks for the front-line workers staffing the COVD-19 vaccine clinic at Canyon Springs High School in North Las Vegas. Brought … [Read more...] about Serving Those Who Are Serving Our Community
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