Baby’s Bounty™ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supplies essential items and baby gear to disadvantaged families with an infant six months of age or younger. Their clients are regaining self-sufficiency after domestic abuse, teen pregnancy, mental health issues, unemployment or underemployment, and homelessness. Their goal is to provide "a good start for every baby" …

The founding of the Las Vegas Natural History Museum stemmed from the realization of a tremendous need in the community for a museum promoting an appreciation and understanding of global life forms, past and present. In February 1989, a small group of concerned citizens requested that the Las Vegas City Council assist in finding a …

They strive to be one of the top schools in America by researching and implementing proven programs and strategies to teach 21st Century Skills.  These skills include Learning Skills such as critical thinking, creative thinking, collaboration and communication; Literacy Skills including the use of media and technology resources to teach reading, researching, and writing; and Life Skills such as innovation, …

The Las Vegas Academy of the Arts (LVA) is a nationally recognized, award-winning magnet high school, serving approximately 1,720 students in Clark County, Nevada.  Located in the center of the Las Vegas Founders District, LVA serves students from throughout the district in grades 9-12. LVA provides students the opportunity to pursue a conservatory in the …

Vegas Valley Four Wheelers (VV4W) was created over 33 years ago, making them the oldest 501(c)(3) nonprofit off-roading club, and today boasts over 120 members and their families. Members come together to take their 4×4’s out on the many trails around Vegas and surrounding areas. Most runs are arranged by an individual club member, but …

Founded in 2012 when hiker Ron Kirk went missing in Calico Basin, Red Rock SAR formed to help families search for their missing and lost loved ones. A non-profit made up of approximately 200 highly skilled and trained volunteers from all walks of life, such as retired military, paramedics, off duty police officers, firefighters, and …

U.S.VETS — Las Vegas opened in 2001 and operates two residential facilities and a community support office. The Las Vegas location operates over 330 beds of transitional and permanent housing. Employment services are provided through a workforce program that helps over 110 veterans return to employment each year. Additionally, over 400 veteran households are provided …

JUDGE JOHN MENDOZA Native Las Vegan, retired former Clark County District Judge John F. Mendoza, 83, of Las Vegas, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011, after a brief illness. Born Jan. 13, 1928, in Las Vegas, Mendoza's storied life included being the captain of the Las Vegas High School Dream Team of '44 football squad. A …

The Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation was founded in 2001, by a group of local business owners, to meet the needs of an ever growing Hispanic business community. Since opening its doors, the FAHF has been committed to developing strategies and policies to better serve all Spanish and English-speaking business owners interested in the welfare of …

They benefit from engaging activities and programs that provide academic success, good character,  citizenship, and healthy lifestyle skill building. They benefit from a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence and competency that builds the self esteem that is so necessary for making good choices in life. A study completed by Dr. Damooei of Cal Luthran in …