The American Cancer Society’s (ACS) hosted its 2 nd Annual Las Vegas Game Changer Gala on Saturday, March 1 st at the Keep Memory Alive Event Center. Presented by Findlay Automotive Group, the “Hatters Mad Enough to Fight Cancer” themed gala raised over $310,000 (and growing) to support ACS breakthrough cancer research, patient support services—including free transportation and … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Las Vegas Game Changer Gala Raises Over $310,000
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Credit One Bank Gives Back to Community Through Multitude of Fall Initiatives
LAS VEGAS (Nov. 27, 2024) – Throughout the autumn of 2024, Credit One Bank and its employees have participated in a wide array of philanthropic efforts to give back to the Las Vegas community through donations of time and effort. These initiatives involve longstanding and new partnerships across the Valley. Events that the Bank and its employees participated in … [Read more...] about Credit One Bank Gives Back to Community Through Multitude of Fall Initiatives
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Las Vegas Celebrates 25 Years of Uniting Community to End Breast Cancer As We Know It
For 25 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Las Vegas has united communities in the state’s largest movement to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. This years’ 25th anniversary celebration will take place on Sunday, October 20 at Red Rock Casino and Spa providing a supportive community for breast cancer survivors, … [Read more...] about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Las Vegas Celebrates 25 Years of Uniting Community to End Breast Cancer As We Know It
“Axe Out Cancer” for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by Visiting Dueling Axes Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NV (October 2022) – October is commonly known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Dueling Axes Las Vegas inside of AREA15, just off the Las Vegas Strip, is supporting the cause by donating to the American Cancer Society throughout the entire month with a variety of activations. "Last year was our first year donating for Breast Cancer Awareness month and this year … [Read more...] about “Axe Out Cancer” for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by Visiting Dueling Axes Las Vegas
American Cancer Society Honors Wendi Schweigart and Samantha Molinero With the Volunteer Staff Partnership Award
Wendi Schweigart, NDL Group and Project Marilyn and Samantha Molinero, American Cancer Society received the 2021 American Cancer Society Volunteer Staff Partnership Award, a national honor in recognition of a volunteer and staff team that has positively impacted the American Cancer Society (ACS) mission. The partnerships between volunteers and staff are critical to achieving … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Honors Wendi Schweigart and Samantha Molinero With the Volunteer Staff Partnership Award
Community Invited to Learn More About COVID-19 Impacts on Cancer Patients and Treatment
The American Cancer Society is proud to host a conversation with Dr. Rupesh J. Parikh and Dr. Ovunc Bardakcioglu on Monday, April 27. The discussion will center around the impacts felt by local cancer patients and their caregivers during COVID-19. Amanda Klein, co-chair of the American Cancer Society Southern Nevada Leadership Board will moderate the … [Read more...] about Community Invited to Learn More About COVID-19 Impacts on Cancer Patients and Treatment
Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton
Southern Nevada’s leading construction companies will hold the 3rd Annual Construction vs. Cancer Event on February 29, 2020 on the grounds of the Silverton Casino. Created for pediatric cancer patients and their supporters, the event gives Las Vegas children an exclusive opportunity to operate heavy machinery, including backhoes, diggers, and excavators (with supervision). … [Read more...] about Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton
Community Leaders Raise More Than $170,000 to Fight Breast Cancer
Thirty community leaders came together throughout the month of October to raise more than $170,000 to help save lives from breast cancer. This distinguished group of community leaders raises awareness and money to support the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer initiatives and to help save more lives than ever before. Men from around Las Vegas joined in the fight and put … [Read more...] about Community Leaders Raise More Than $170,000 to Fight Breast Cancer
Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton, Feb. 29 2020 American Cancer Society and Construction Industry Leaders Work to Expand Unique Pediatric Cancer Patient Event
Southern Nevada’s leading construction companies will hold the 3rd Annual Construction vs. Cancer Event on February 29, 2020 on the grounds of the Silverton Casino. Created for pediatric cancer patients and their supporters, the event gives Las Vegas children an exclusive opportunity to operate heavy machinery, including backhoes, diggers, and excavators (with supervision). … [Read more...] about Construction vs. Cancer 2020 at Silverton, Feb. 29 2020 American Cancer Society and Construction Industry Leaders Work to Expand Unique Pediatric Cancer Patient Event
American Cancer Society Fourth Annual Real Men Wear Pink Campaign Local Leaders Bring Energy, Passion, and Pink
Nearly two dozen local business and community leaders have “stepped up their pink” to launch the fourth year of Real Men Wear Pink in southern Nevada. These men are united to fight breast cancer with the American Cancer Society as ambassadors, and friendly competitors, in the annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Throughout this September and October, these Real Men Wear Pink … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Fourth Annual Real Men Wear Pink Campaign Local Leaders Bring Energy, Passion, and Pink
American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Set for October 28, 2018
The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk will be held October 28th at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa to unite communities, honor those touched by the disease and raise awareness and funds for a world without breast cancer. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation, with more than 1 … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Set for October 28, 2018
Farhan Naqvi Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer with Real Men Wear Pink Campaign
Farhan Naqvi, managing partner of Naqvi Injury Law, has been selected to represent the American Cancer Society (ACS) in its annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Real Men Wear Pink officially kicks off on August 16 and leads up to the ACS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on October 28 at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. “I’m honored to be selected for this unique … [Read more...] about Farhan Naqvi Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer with Real Men Wear Pink Campaign
Las Vegas Kids Geared Up for First Annual Construction vs. Cancer presented by Las Vegas Paving Corp.
WHAT: The American Cancer Society is partnering with construction professionals in Southern Nevada to build unique fundraising event that caters to the fascination of children toward large construction machinery. Money raised through ticket sales will help the American Cancer Society save lives by funding groundbreaking cancer research, providing free programs and services for … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Kids Geared Up for First Annual Construction vs. Cancer presented by Las Vegas Paving Corp.
Excitement Builds For 2018 Construction vs. Cancer
Las Vegas - Southern Nevada’s leading construction and heavy equipment firms will welcome hundreds of valley families to the first annual Construction vs. Cancer event with the American Cancer Society on February 10, 2018 at Symphony Park. The event offers pediatric cancer survivors, and their supporters, the chance to operate “yellow iron” – heavy equipment – with an assist … [Read more...] about Excitement Builds For 2018 Construction vs. Cancer
Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Non-profits in Nevada are facing a myriad of challenges from finding qualified staff and volunteers to changes to the federal tax code. Recently, executives for Nevada non-profits met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these and other issues facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Non-Profit