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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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
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
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 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
Three Square Food Bank to Bolster Local Culinary Community with Return of Las Vegas Restaurant Week, June 7-18
“Save the Date” to Help Out, Dine Out, and This Year Take Out, to Support Southern Nevada’s Fabulous Restaurants & Only Food Bank Three Square Food Bank’s highly anticipated annual culinary event, Las Vegas Restaurant Week, returns for its 14th installment June 7-18. The 12-day event will take a different approach this year, focused primarily on … [Read more...] about Three Square Food Bank to Bolster Local Culinary Community with Return of Las Vegas Restaurant Week, June 7-18
Special Olympics Nevada to Host 2021 Las Vegas Polar Plunge at Cowabunga Bay
The Fundraiser Will Feature Participants Taking the ‘Plunge’ to Support Special Olympics Nevada’s Health and Sports Programs The 2021 Las Vegas Polar Plunge. SONV is teaming up with Cowabunga Bay Water Park to invite brave residents to take a hop, skip, run, jump, or dive into the chilly waters to support SONV’s health and sports programs. Plunge … [Read more...] about Special Olympics Nevada to Host 2021 Las Vegas Polar Plunge at Cowabunga Bay
Raiders Invite Four Local Healthcare Heroes To Attend Super Bowl LV In Appreciation Of Their Commitment To Our Community
Intermountain Healthcare caregivers join 7,500 other vaccinated healthcare workers as special guests to NFL Clubs The Las Vegas Raiders announced they have selected four local healthcare heroes to attend Super Bowl LV in Tampa Bay as their guests on February 7. The four Intermountain Healthcare caregiver heroes are being recognized for their unwavering commitment to their … [Read more...] about Raiders Invite Four Local Healthcare Heroes To Attend Super Bowl LV In Appreciation Of Their Commitment To Our Community
Henderson Animal Care and Control Celebrates an Impressive Save Rate for 3rd Straight Year
The City of Henderson’s Animal Care and Control Facility achieved a significant accomplishment again. By attaining a save rate of 91.1%, the facility may rightfully claim recognition as a “no-kill” shelter three years in a row. Per national shelter standards, the term “no-kill’ signals a shelter’s success in keeping its average live-exit rate during the last year … [Read more...] about Henderson Animal Care and Control Celebrates an Impressive Save Rate for 3rd Straight Year
Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada Welcomes Stephen Yerrakadu to Board of Directors
Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada (RTSNV) announced the appointment of Stephen Yerrakadu of Blue Heron Homes to its Board of Directors. With 22 years of experience in architecture and real estate development, Mr. Yerrakadu will apply his talents toward strengthening RTSNV’s mission of repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives. Mr. Yerrakadu currently … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada Welcomes Stephen Yerrakadu to Board of Directors