LAS VEGAS (April 14, 2026) – Linda Perez, CEO of The Shade Tree, a 24-hour accessible shelter designed to specifically meet the needs of those escaping domestic violence, human trafficking and homelessness, their children and pets (through a partnership with Noah’s Animal House), is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Creasey to the nonprofit’s board of … [Read more...] about Chris Creasey Rejoins The Shade Tree’s Board of Trustees
Teachers Health Trust Expedites Diagnoses, Personalizes Care, and Cuts Costs for Children With Autism
LAS VEGAS (April 14, 2026) – April is Autism Awareness month and Teachers Health Trust (THT), the nonprofit health insurance plan for educators in Clark County, Nevada, is highlighting that it has expanded its innovative, outcomes-first approach to support families seeking an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis or therapy while also cutting costs for care. THT partners … [Read more...] about Teachers Health Trust Expedites Diagnoses, Personalizes Care, and Cuts Costs for Children With Autism
AngelNV Program Invested a Total of $400,000 in Three Startups at “Shark Tank”-Style Event
Operated by StartUpNV, a nonprofit incubator and accelerator for Nevada-based startup companies, AngelNV held its Shark Tank-style finale this past Saturday, April 11, and the 68 investors ultimately invested $400,000 in three Las Vegas-based startups. The grand prize investment of $200,000 went to Regara, an Asian American owned startup that created an AI-native operating … [Read more...] about AngelNV Program Invested a Total of $400,000 in Three Startups at “Shark Tank”-Style Event
Longtime Downtown Las Vegas Developer, Cherry Development, Launching Path to Homeownership Program for Its Apartment Residents
LAS VEGAS (April 8, 2026) – Longtime downtown Las Vegas developer and owner of shareDOWNTOWN apartments communities, Cherry Development is launching a first-of-its-kind Path to Homeownership Program to help its apartment residents on their journey from renting to owning a home. “We have always been committed to creating a supportive community for our shareDOWNTOWN residents … [Read more...] about Longtime Downtown Las Vegas Developer, Cherry Development, Launching Path to Homeownership Program for Its Apartment Residents
Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas Life Announces Board Updates: Will Rucker Appointed Board Chair
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (April 2, 2026) – Today, the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, an independent nonprofit that supports quality of life programs at the City of Las Vegas, announces three updates to its board of directors. Will Rucker, director of community health for Intermountain Health in Nevada, is appointed board chair. He joined the Mayor’s Fund board in July 2024 as a member … [Read more...] about Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas Life Announces Board Updates: Will Rucker Appointed Board Chair
More Providers, Services Added to Teachers Health Trust Program That Offers Expedited Access to Health Care at Low or No Cost – Saving CCSD Educators More Than Half a Million Dollars
LAS VEGAS (March 30, 2026) – As increasing health care costs are the subject of debate nationwide, Teachers Health Trust (THT), the 42 year old self-funded, nonprofit health insurance plan for educators in Clark County, Nevada, is offering all members expedited access to health care at low or no cost through its Health Investment Program, which continues to add new services and … [Read more...] about More Providers, Services Added to Teachers Health Trust Program That Offers Expedited Access to Health Care at Low or No Cost – Saving CCSD Educators More Than Half a Million Dollars
Communities in Schools of Nevada Presents All In For Kids Charity Poker Tournament, April 18
WHAT: Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based dropout prevention nonprofit network serving nearly 100,000 students across 117 schools statewide, will host its Charity Series of Poker Event: All In For Kids, a charity poker tournament benefiting students in high-poverty schools. The event will feature a Turbo No Limit … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Nevada Presents All In For Kids Charity Poker Tournament, April 18
Wow Carwash to Celebrate Its Annual Community Appreciation Day on March 24 With Free Car Washes All Day
LAS VEGAS (March 16, 2026) – The fast-growing and Vegas-born WOW Carwash will hold its annual Community Appreciation Day on Tuesday, March 24 when all Guests can enjoy a free car wash at any of the 19 WOW Carwash locations across the Las Vegas Valley. Any of WOW Carwash’s single washes will be free from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. (open to close) on March 24. WOW Carwash offers three … [Read more...] about Wow Carwash to Celebrate Its Annual Community Appreciation Day on March 24 With Free Car Washes All Day
Communities in Schools of Southern Nevada Celebrates 14th Annual Power Within, May 1
WHAT: Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada (CIS of Southern Nevada), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based stay-in-school nonprofit organization serving more than 70,000 students in 75 schools throughout the Clark County School District, announces the return of its annual Power Within on Friday, May 1, at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. To make this year’s event … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Southern Nevada Celebrates 14th Annual Power Within, May 1
Communities in Schools of Nevada Names New Staff Members
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based stay-in-school nonprofit organization serving 117 Nevada schools with regional offices in the Clark, Elko, Humboldt and Washoe County school districts, announces the appointment of Lindsay Montoya and Cheryl Kelton as accounting clerks. Lindsay Montoya brings a … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Nevada Names New Staff Members
Las Vegas-Based Pegasus Development Expands to Sacramento to Develop Republic FC Stadium and Downtown District Transformation
LAS VEGAS (March 10, 2026) — Pegasus Development, a Las Vegas-based boutique project management firm that oversees experiential corporate and entertainment ventures for various clients such as Universal Creative, Netflix, Meow Wolf, Goldman Sachs, Museum of Ice Cream, Aquarian, and The Neon Museum, has expanded its operations to Sacramento, Calif., as a key member of the … [Read more...] about Las Vegas-Based Pegasus Development Expands to Sacramento to Develop Republic FC Stadium and Downtown District Transformation
Teachers Health Trust Annual Report Reflects Independent Findings That Health Plan Is in Strongest Financial Position in Over a Decade
LAS VEGAS (March 3, 2026) – Teachers Health Trust (THT), the 42 year old self-funded, nonprofit health insurance plan for educators in Clark County, Nevada, has released its annual report that reflects the findings of an independent audit that THT is in the strongest financial position in over a decade. “Teachers Health Trust faced significant financial hardships after the … [Read more...] about Teachers Health Trust Annual Report Reflects Independent Findings That Health Plan Is in Strongest Financial Position in Over a Decade
Groundbreaking of the Good Word Social Club Celebrated by City of Las Vegas Mayor, Historic Westside Community
LAS VEGAS (Feb. 25, 2026) – Cherry Development and the city of Las Vegas celebrated the groundbreaking of The Good Word Social Club, a transformative project designed to strengthen community connections, support small businesses, and bring new energy to the Historic Westside neighborhood of downtown Las Vegas. The Good Word Social Club will be built by Cherry Development, … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking of the Good Word Social Club Celebrated by City of Las Vegas Mayor, Historic Westside Community
The Shade Tree Announces Donn Jersey as Chief Development and Communications Officer
LAS VEGAS – Linda Perez, CEO of The Shade Tree, a 24-hour accessible shelter and resource center designed to specifically meet the needs of those escaping domestic violence, human trafficking and homelessness, their children and pets (through a partnership with Noah’s Animal House), is pleased to announce that Donn Jersey, a nationally respected nonprofit executive, fundraiser, … [Read more...] about The Shade Tree Announces Donn Jersey as Chief Development and Communications Officer
WOW Carwash volunteers at Three Square Food Bank, packing more than 25,000 pounds of canned goods
For the 7th year, 20 Team Members of WOW Carwash visited Three Square Food Bank to assist with the nonprofit’s daily operations, including packing more than 25,000 pounds of canned goods, resulting in 21,000 meals. WOW Carwash CEO Heath Pomerantz and Derek Bushberger, vice president of operations, joined the WOW volunteers as the team spent the morning assisting Three Square … [Read more...] about WOW Carwash volunteers at Three Square Food Bank, packing more than 25,000 pounds of canned goods