Nevada CASA Association, Prevent Child Abuse Nevada Seek to Raise Community Awareness, Provide Resources The Nevada Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Association and Prevent Child Abuse Nevada, part of UNLV’s Nevada Institute for Children’s Research and Policy, have partnered on a messaging campaign in recognition of April’s National Child Abuse … [Read more...] about April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month
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City Of Las Vegas Department Of Public Safety Pledges To Advance Women In Law Enforcement
National 30x30 Pledge Aims To Bring More Women Into Law Enforcement To Improve Public Safety, Community Outcome And Trust The city of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety has signed on to the 30x30 Pledge – a series of low- and no-cost actions law enforcement agencies can take to improve the representation and experiences of women in law enforcement. The activities help … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Department Of Public Safety Pledges To Advance Women In Law Enforcement
Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Expands Education Services with Learning Pod for Critically Ill Children
Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation supports success in education for critically ill children, their siblings, as well as for children whose parents are diagnosed with cancer. In 2008, after much research, Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation (NVCCF) created the first education program for children diagnosed with cancer and other life- threatening illnesses in … [Read more...] about Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Expands Education Services with Learning Pod for Critically Ill Children
The Center to Participate in National LGBT Health Awareness Week
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada will participate in the annual National LGBT Health Awareness Week by hosting a healthcare organization in its lobby starting on March 22, 2021. Sponsored by the National Coalition for LGBT Health, the event brings awareness to discrimination and health disparities that affect individuals of every sexual orientation, gender, gender … [Read more...] about The Center to Participate in National LGBT Health Awareness Week
Suit up and Help End Childhood Cancer with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Community and business leaders will join together throughout the month of March for virtual fundraising campaign. This March, Las Vegas community and business leaders will join together in the battle against childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases by participating in STITCHED presents: Suit Up for St. Jude. Each participant commits to raising $2,500 for … [Read more...] about Suit up and Help End Childhood Cancer with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Lee Canyon’s Fifth Annual Feel Good Fridays Fundraiser for the High Fives Foundation Returns March, 5, 2021
Every Friday in March, help support Las Vegas native Shelby Estocado, a T-6 paraplegic andHigh Fives athlete who has her eye on the U.S. Paralympic team. Lee Canyon’s fifth annual Feel Good Fridays fundraiser series kicks-off Friday, March 5, 2021. Every Friday in March, daily lift tickets are $25. Lee Canyon donates $5 of every sale to the High Fives … [Read more...] about Lee Canyon’s Fifth Annual Feel Good Fridays Fundraiser for the High Fives Foundation Returns March, 5, 2021
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
The Neon Museum Offering a Special Valentines’ Portrait Hour, February 11
On Thursday, Feb. 11, The Neon Museum will offer a special Portrait Hour for the upcoming Valentine’s holiday, during which couples can take portraits with their own photographer in front of the museum’s iconic signs during its “magic hour” of 4 to 5 p.m. when the sun begins to set for the ultimate romantic backdrop. Portrait Hour offers an affordable and unique … [Read more...] about The Neon Museum Offering a Special Valentines’ Portrait Hour, February 11
Vegas PBS Receives Grant From NV Energy Foundation
The funds will support the station’s Ready To Learn workshops, which provide children ages 3-8 and their families with STEM educational instruction Vegas PBS is the recipient of a $7,500 grant from the NV Energy Foundation, to help support the station’s Ready To Learn initiative. The grant funds will be used to directly support Vegas PBS’ Ready To Learn Family & … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Receives Grant From NV Energy Foundation
Mob Museum to Host Program Honoring Black Life in Las Vegas, Weds., Feb. 17
To recognize Black History Month, The Mob Museum will host “Celebrating Black Life in Las Vegas: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future.” African Americans have played an integral role in the development of Las Vegas since at least the 1940s. With stories punctuated by accounts of painful challenges and hard-earned triumphs, the panel discussion will involve individuals who … [Read more...] about Mob Museum to Host Program Honoring Black Life in Las Vegas, Weds., Feb. 17