The Vegas Junior Golden Knights announced on April 6 that Bodie McGaughey has been named the recipient of the 2023 Mark Workman Scholarship. Created in memory of the late Vegas Golden Knights amateur scout, the Mark Workman Scholarship is awarded to a student-athlete 14 years old or older in the Vegas Junior Golden Knights program who best exemplifies passion, sportsmanship, … [Read more...] about Bodie McGaughey Named 2023 Recipient of Mark Workman Scholarship
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Three Square Food Bank’s Annual Spring Campaign Returns in Effort to ‘Bag Childhood Hunger’
Every dollar donated April 1 - May 31 will provide up to six meals to children in need Three Square Food Bank continues the fight against hunger with the return of its Bag Childhood Hunger Campaign on Saturday, April 1. Donations made through Wednesday, May 31 will have double the impact, thanks to generous matching sponsors Nevada Gold Mines operated by Barrick and NV … [Read more...] about Three Square Food Bank’s Annual Spring Campaign Returns in Effort to ‘Bag Childhood Hunger’
Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s 33rd Annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas on Sunday, May 7, 2023
When: Sunday, May 7, 2023 Where: Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Rd. Las Vegas, NV, 89120 Central lot off Eastern Ave. Details: Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s (AFAN) 33rd annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas returns to Sunset Park on Sunday, May 7 from 8-11 a.m. Individuals and teams can now register … [Read more...] about Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s 33rd Annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas on Sunday, May 7, 2023
Hope Means Nevada, Anthem Host #Ask5 to Smash Stress Social Media Campaign During Stress Awareness Month
The Four-Week Campaign from April 2 – 29 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Will Focus on Reaching Teens to Improve Mental Health Outcomes Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based nonprofit focused on eliminating youth suicide across Nevada, has announced the third annual launch of its #Ask5 to Smash Stress social media campaign. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, a … [Read more...] about Hope Means Nevada, Anthem Host #Ask5 to Smash Stress Social Media Campaign During Stress Awareness Month
LVMPD Foundation to Host Free Youth Track & Field Competition March 25 from 8am – 11am
A Morning of Fun, Refreshments and Giveaways The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation, LVMPD and UNLV Early Outreach Program will host a Youth Track & Field competition open to girls and boys, grades 3-5. Students will compete individually in the 40-, 50- and 60-yard dash, and medals will be awarded. All levels of runners are … [Read more...] about LVMPD Foundation to Host Free Youth Track & Field Competition March 25 from 8am – 11am
St. Jude’s Ranch for Children to Host 7th Annual Wine, Women & Shoes to Support the Community of Healing and Hope
Honoring “Reckless in Vegas,” fundraiser party to bring together donors, Sole Men, Best in Shoe contest, and fashion show by Macy’s St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, a community of hope and healing, will hold its 7th Annual Wine Women & Shoes fundraiser. The event will support the community of healing and hope that helps children and young adults who have been abused, … [Read more...] about St. Jude’s Ranch for Children to Host 7th Annual Wine, Women & Shoes to Support the Community of Healing and Hope
Helms Helps Foundation Joins Forces with Project Marilyn to End Period Poverty
Announces $20,000 Match Campaign for March 2023 2 in 5 women cannot afford period supplies. Feminine hygiene products are not covered by any Federal Assistance Programs, such as SNAP, because they are still classified as luxury items. Project Marilyn, a local Las Vegas nonprofit, was founded in 2019 to help address the issues of “period poverty” and ensure that women and … [Read more...] about Helms Helps Foundation Joins Forces with Project Marilyn to End Period Poverty
2023 GRAMMY Award Winner Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway Headline Free Las Vegas Bluegrass Festival April 15 (w/ Video)
Best Bluegrass Album GRAMMY Award winner Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway will headline this year's Las Vegas Bluegrass Festival Saturday, April 15, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Centennial Hills Park, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive. Hosted by the city of Las Vegas, the event is free and open to all ages. Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway will take the stage at 5:45 p.m., closing … [Read more...] about 2023 GRAMMY Award Winner Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway Headline Free Las Vegas Bluegrass Festival April 15 (w/ Video)
Organization Connects Foster Children to Workforce Opportunities
AIQ Foundation 3v3 Charity Basketball Tournament - February 26th AIQ Foundation is planning to announce its newest program, ‘AIQ Futures’, which would connect foster children with an entry into the workforce after aging out of the foster care system. This program aims to connect foster children with employers that require extra hands, host career and job fairs, as well … [Read more...] about Organization Connects Foster Children to Workforce Opportunities
Walk4Friendship Fundraiser to Feature Fun Walk and Community Carnival on March 26 (w/ Video)
Event supports The Friendship Circle, creating a more inclusive community for people with disabilities The Friendship Circle Las Vegas, a nonprofit organization for individuals with special needs, will hold its annual Walk4Friendship Las Vegas community fundraiser on Sunday, March 26 at the Las Vegas Sports Park to raise awareness and … [Read more...] about Walk4Friendship Fundraiser to Feature Fun Walk and Community Carnival on March 26 (w/ Video)