Statewide report shows Nevada among nation’s leaders in corporate charitable support Nonprofits urged to participate in survey for next statewide report. Members of the Nevada Corporate Giving Council (NCGC), representing the gaming, banking and mining industries, recently met with southern Nevada nonprofit executives to share insights about corporate philanthropy in Nevada. … [Read more...] about Corporate Philanthropy Leaders Share Charitable Giving Strategies with Local Nonprofit Executives
Lake Las Vegas Invites Children to Cruise with Santa
Santa Cruise happens Saturdays after Thanksgiving and before Christmas Before Santa Claus returns to the North Pole for his busiest time of the year, he’ll be enjoying a vacation at the Lake Las Vegas residential, golf and resort destination. Children are invited to join him on a special Santa Cruise as he sails around the community’s 320-acre lake on Saturdays after … [Read more...] about Lake Las Vegas Invites Children to Cruise with Santa
The Family, Fur & Fun Festival Raised More Than $5,800 for Local Animal Shelters
The recent Family, Fur & Fun Festival raised more than $5,800 to benefit animal shelters in Southern Nevada. The annual event was held at Exploration Park in the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community to educate the public about the importance of helping, fostering and adopting abandoned and neglected animals and proper care for pets. The popular Halloween Pet Costume … [Read more...] about The Family, Fur & Fun Festival Raised More Than $5,800 for Local Animal Shelters
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Launches Annual Campaign to Feed Homeless Teens for the Holidays Collecting Fast Food, Grocery Store Gift Cards: Culminates at Nov. 21 tailgate party for UNLV-San Diego State football game
With the holidays approaching, more people open up their hearts to those less fortunate, and Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) is offering an easy way to help feed kids in need. The nonprofit organization is launching its annual Plastic Food Drive to provide the more than 11,000 Clark County homeless youth with a hot meal for Thanksgiving and the December … [Read more...] about Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Launches Annual Campaign to Feed Homeless Teens for the Holidays Collecting Fast Food, Grocery Store Gift Cards: Culminates at Nov. 21 tailgate party for UNLV-San Diego State football game
New Providence Park Grand Opening Combined with Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday — Special dedication to fallen police officer, Providence resident Igor Soldo —
Free ice cream, a new park, a petting zoo and confetti…These were just a few of the things that made the recent Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday and grand opening of Huckleberry Park in the Providence Master Planned Community a fun way to spend the day for families and friends and celebrate a new outdoor recreational option. Festivities began in the morning with remarks from … [Read more...] about New Providence Park Grand Opening Combined with Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday — Special dedication to fallen police officer, Providence resident Igor Soldo —
Pet Care and Safety Tips from Family, Fur & Fun Festival and West Charleston Animal Hospital: Mark Your Calendar for Oct. 17 to Learn About Pet Care
Organizers for the Family, Fur & Fun Festival on Oct. 17 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge and co-sponsor West Charleston Animal Hospital want to remind pet owners about Halloween, general care and other holiday tips to keep pets safe and healthy. They include: Don’t leave pets outside unattended around Halloween time. Pets, especially black cats, are at risk for … [Read more...] about Pet Care and Safety Tips from Family, Fur & Fun Festival and West Charleston Animal Hospital: Mark Your Calendar for Oct. 17 to Learn About Pet Care
Family, Fur & Fun Festival is Oct. 17: Adopt a Pet; Dress up pet for Halloween Costume Contest
With an accent on “fun,” rescued animals and pets will be honored at the annual Family, Fur & Fun Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Exploration Park in the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community, 9600 S. Buffalo Dr., just south of Blue Diamond Rd. The event is free to attend. Designed for all ages and well-behaved, leashed four-legged friends, … [Read more...] about Family, Fur & Fun Festival is Oct. 17: Adopt a Pet; Dress up pet for Halloween Costume Contest
More than $200,000 Raised at Candlelighters 25th Anniversary Race for Kids with Cancer: Milestone Event Sets Record for Money Raised, Participants
More than $200,000 was raised for children with cancer at the recent 25th Anniversary Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan, a record for the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada. The event, at Exploration Park at the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community, also set records with more than 3,000 attendees, 2,300 race and walk participants, and 501 competitive 5K … [Read more...] about More than $200,000 Raised at Candlelighters 25th Anniversary Race for Kids with Cancer: Milestone Event Sets Record for Money Raised, Participants
Desert Radiologists’ Dr. Paul Bandt Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Introduces interventional radiology in state; Performs many Nevada "firsts" Dr. Paul Bandt has received the Healthcare Heroes Lifetime Achievement Award. The interventional radiologist at Desert Radiologists was recognized recently during a ceremony honoring individuals excelling in and advancing healthcare in Southern Nevada. The annual awards are presented by Nevada … [Read more...] about Desert Radiologists’ Dr. Paul Bandt Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday and Huckleberry Park Grand Opening on Sept. 27: Free ice cream, fallen police officer dedication at Providence master plan
It will be double the fun at this year’s Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday as the free event is combined with the grand opening of Huckleberry Park, the third park in the fast-selling Providence Master Planned Community. What it means for the public is more fun, more activities, more space and more time to enjoy the event with family and friends. Ice Cream Sunday and the … [Read more...] about Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday and Huckleberry Park Grand Opening on Sept. 27: Free ice cream, fallen police officer dedication at Providence master plan
Centennial Toyota Rallies to Raise Funds for Childhood Cancer Patients: Team Members Shave Head for Kids
Centennial Toyota and its customers showed their support for kids with cancer at its Third Annual Centennial Shave Off last Friday. Anthony Woods, general manager of the dealership, hosted customers as they and Centennial Toyota team members got their heads shaved by young cancer survivors, with assistance from a professional hair dresser, to benefit the nonprofit … [Read more...] about Centennial Toyota Rallies to Raise Funds for Childhood Cancer Patients: Team Members Shave Head for Kids
25th Anniversary Superhero Race and Event for Kids with Cancer: Sign up for race, walk, fun Sept. 12 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge
A chance meeting between a local baseball executive and pediatric cancer patient 25 years ago set in motion the biggest local fundraiser for children with cancer and their families and the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada. Called the 25th Anniversary Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan this year to commemorate the quarter-century milestone, the race, one-mile … [Read more...] about 25th Anniversary Superhero Race and Event for Kids with Cancer: Sign up for race, walk, fun Sept. 12 at Exploration Park at Mountain’s Edge
Centennial Toyota Hosts Head-Shaving Event in Honor of Children Battling Cancer: Third Annual “Shave Off” benefits Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
Centennial Toyota hosts the Third Annual Centennial Shave Off event on Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Young cancer patients – Dace Ash Davis, age 5, and Taylor Hammond, age 7 – will shave the head of a member of the dealership’s executive team and others as part of a company-wide fundraiser in conjunction with its support of the upcoming 25th Anniversary Superhero 5K with Chet … [Read more...] about Centennial Toyota Hosts Head-Shaving Event in Honor of Children Battling Cancer: Third Annual “Shave Off” benefits Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
National Night Out Block Party at Providence Combines Fun, Education to Promote Community Safety, Partnership, Free Family Event is Aug. 4 —
The National Night Out Block Party at Providence combines fun and education for the public to meet and strengthen relationships with law enforcement and community safety partners. The free event, promoting crime prevention awareness, neighborhood spirit and unity, and community-law enforcement partnerships, will be Tuesday, Aug. 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Knickerbocker Park in … [Read more...] about National Night Out Block Party at Providence Combines Fun, Education to Promote Community Safety, Partnership, Free Family Event is Aug. 4 —
Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas Renovates Aging Homeless Youth Housing Units — Partners with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth for local service project
Armed with paint, tools and new household items, associates of Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas (KWLV) painted, repaired, and did “extreme makeovers” on seven housing units for homeless youth that are at least 40 years old. The homes are part of Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth's (NPHY) Independent Living Program. Local KWLV associates volunteered their time to help the … [Read more...] about Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas Renovates Aging Homeless Youth Housing Units — Partners with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth for local service project