United Way of Southern Nevada

United Way�s Women�s Leadership Council Collected 2,553 Suits for Women In Need - United Way of Southern Nevada

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

Members of United Way�s Women�s Leadership Council (WLC) collect suits and professional attire on Friday, Nov. 6 to be donated to Safe Nest, S.A.F.E. House, The Shade Tree and Goodwill Career Connections. With the support of our community, the council collected 2,553 suits in one day for women in need.

The Women�s Leadership Council, co-chaired by Cathy A. Jones and Judy Kropid, brings local female leaders to the front line to address the community�s most pressing needs. Members of the Women�s Leadership Council have committed an annual, individual investment of $2,500 or more to United Way of Southern Nevada, and enjoy benefits such as participation in meaningful leadership and educational activities, hands-on volunteer involvement, executive level networking opportunities, favorable tax benefits, and visible recognition as a woman leader.

workforceCONNECTIONS and United Way Release RFP for Transitioning Foster Youth, Nov. 3 - United Way of Southern Nevada

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

PUBLIC NOTICE

The workforceCONNECTIONS� Youth Council is partnering with United Way�s Financial Stability Partnership Council to fund a pilot project to support transitioning foster youth in Clark County with workforce, education and training supports.

This request for project proposals is for services delivered to approximately twenty-five transitioning foster youth specifically referred by Clark County�s Department of Family Services (DFS). These youth, ages 17-21, are receiving housing supports in partnership with the Las Vegas Housing Authority�s Section 8 voucher program.

Proposals are being requested through a competitive procurement and will result in one contract which will commence on or about March 1, 2010.

The RFP will be available electronically on or about November 3, 2009 at the workforceCONNECTIONS� website, www.nvworkforceconnections.org/rfp.html.

There will be an optional Bidders� Conference on November 13 from 10 am to 12 noon at 7251 W. Lake Mead Blvd Ste 200, Las Vegas, NV 89128.

The deadline for proposal submission is December 7, 2009 at 4 pm. Proposal submissions must be in accordance with RFP requirements. Late proposals will not be accepted.

All information regarding this RFP including specifications, forms, timelines and any addendums will be available via the workforceCONNECTIONS website at www.nvworkforceconnections.org/rfp.html.

Questions regarding the RFP can be directed to youthrfp@snwib.org .

8 On Your Side Help Fair to Again Assist Families in Need Tuesday, November 3rd - United Way of Southern Nevada

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

The FREE fairs help direct Nevadans affected by the economic slowdown to the local resources that can offer relief

KLAS-TV and the Community Pride partners, in collaboration with United Way of Southern Nevada, will hold another 8 On Your Side Help Fair to connect Nevadans with local resources that can provide assistance during this time of need.

�At the last four 8 On Your Side Fairs, we were able to help over 5,000 Southern Nevada families from all over the valley with their housing, financial, employment and legal needs,� said Emily Neilson, general manager of KLAS-TV. �We hope even more families in need come out to the Novembe fair to learn of all the resources available to lend a hand during these difficult times.�

Informational services that will be made available include government benefits, healthcare, food, financial services, workforce development and housing, utility and rental assistance. In addition, there will be agencies doing initial intake on rent and mortgage payment assistance, food stamps and utility assistance. Agencies that will take part include*:

Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
Clark County Social Service
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Dept. of Labor Energy Employee Compensation Resource
Family Resource Centers
Food Stamp Representation
Foundation for an Independent Tomorrow
HELP of Southern Nevada
Medicare SHIP
Nevada 2-1-1
Nevada Covering Kids & Families
Nevada Health Centers
Nevada Job Connect
Nevada Legal Services
Nevada Office of Veterans Services
NV Energy
Office of the Governor, Consumer Health Assistance
Social Security Administration
Southern Nevada Health District
State of Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division
State of Nevada Department of Business & Industry Fight Fraud
State of Nevada Department of Business & Industry Housing Division
Three Square Community Food Bank
United Labor Agency of Nevada (ULAN)
Volunteer Center of Southern Nevada

*Agencies subject to change

The 8 On Your Side Help Fair will be held Tuesday, November 3, from noon until 4:30 p.m. It will take place at the Heinrich YMCA at 4141 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89107. The event is open to the public and free of charge.

"Through our longstanding partnership with KLAS we have been able to improve the lives of Southern Nevadan citizens,� said Dan Goulet, president and CEO of United Way of Southern Nevada. "We are also grateful to our local community organizations that make critical community events such as these possible."

United Way of Southern Nevada joins forces with the Community Pride Partners that include NV Energy and McDonald�s.

For further information, please visit their website at http://www.lasvegasnow.com/, (keyword: 8 on your side) or call Michelle Layton-Berg at 702-792-8828.

United Way Launches Young Philanthropists Society - United Way of Southern Nevada

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

(L-R) Young Philanthropists Society (YPS) Co-chairs Joe Micatrotto, Jr. and Paul Murad; YPS Vice Co-Chairs London Porter and Nikki Giroux; YPS Director Ken Mowad at the Young Philanthropists Society Founders Dinner.

Membership group targets young professionals looking to make a difference

Engaging a new generation of community-minded citizens, United Way of Southern Nevada launches the Young Philanthropists Society (YPS), a membership program designed for professionals in their 20s to 40s. Members will invest a minimum of either $1,500 or $2,500 annually for the general or executive membership, and enjoy a full roster of educational, social and service events, as well as the ability to expand their personal and professional contacts � all while supporting a worthy cause.

�I�m thrilled to be involved in this exclusive group of like-minded individuals who are heavily invested in the future of southern Nevada,� said co-chair of Young Philanthropists Society Joe Micatrotto Jr. �The responsibility to positively contribute to our community lies on us all and many of our up-and-coming business leaders are looking for opportunities to give back: now is their chance.�

On Oct. 26, 2009 United Way launched its Young Philanthropists Society founders dinner, sponsored by and held at Fleming�s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, at which it rallied its current membership and recruited 53 founding members, resulting in a fundraising effort of more than $100,000 for United Way of Southern Nevada�s campaign. Contributions from this event will be leveraged to provide real, lasting change in the areas of education, income, health and immediate needs.

For more information on YPS membership, or to become a member please contact Ken Mowad, Director of Young Philanthropists/Major Gifts, United Way of Southern Nevada at KenM@uwsn.org or 702-892-2344.

United Way Seeks Volunteers to Help Feed the Homeless, Nov. 10 - United Way of Southern Nevada

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

United Way�s Volunteer Center of Southern Nevada is partnering with the Nevada Homeless Alliance to help feed and provide lifestyle assistance to thousands of homeless at Cashman Center on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Approximately 500 individuals are needed for the service-oriented event taking place from 7 a.m. � 5 p.m. at Cashman Center located on 850 Las Vegas Blvd N.

Volunteers will be able to choose from two shifts and will be assigned duties including:

Escort: will serve as guides in assisting clients to locate the appropriate service sections. This provides volunteers with an opportunity to provide one-to-one contact with homeless individuals and families.
Client check-in: will greet and provide one-to-one contact with homeless, educating them on services available. Volunteers with social work or social service background are highly desirable and training will be provided.
Client giveaways and check-out: will receive the client�s paperwork, fill out a brief exit form, and ensure that the client needs were met. Training for this position will be offered.
Pre-event set up: will assist with setting up booths, tables, chairs, signs, etc., the day before the event
Post-event tear down: will assist with taking down booths, tables, chairs, signs, etc., after the event
Maintenance: will assist with general maintenance and clean up during the event
General event: will provide information and help in the service areas where needed, possibly including managing giveaways, monitoring safety and event flow, helping to check client baggage, and providing back-up for other volunteers.

�This hands-on opportunity is among our most rewarding because it makes an immediate difference in someone�s life,� said Robin Kelley, director of the Volunteer Center of Southern Nevada. �It takes a lot of help to put on an event of this caliber and we are dependent upon volunteers who really want to make a noticeable contribution.�

To sign up for this or other volunteer opportunities in southern Nevada, visit VolunteerCenterSN.org.

Women�s Leadership Council Spring Cleaning Suit Drive - United Way of Southern Nevada

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

United Way�s Volunteer Center Celebrates �Make A Difference Day� With Hands-on Community Projects - United Way of Southern Nevada

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

Celebrating �Make A Difference Day� on Sat. Oct. 24, United Way of Southern Nevada�s Volunteer Center is hosting various hands-on projects throughout the Valley to encourage widespread community involvement. The activities are designed to improve local neighborhoods and provide immediate help to those in need.

�Make A Difference Day� is a national day of volunteerism and is known as America�s largest day of doing good. Last year 3 million people across the country made a difference in their communities by completing thousands of projects to ensure a brighter tomorrow. The projects organized by United Way�s Volunteer Center are affiliated with the national day.

�This year we are challenging locals to get involved and become the change they want to see in their community,� said Robin Kelley, director of the Volunteer Center of Southern Nevada. �Now is a great time to get involved, because we have several events throughout the community with volunteer work that can appeal to everyone, but that also makes a large community impact.�

The Volunteer Center is hosting approximately seven separate projects around the Valley on Sat. Oct. 24 including:

Color Me Red (9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Henderson): Volunteers will grab paint brushes and red paint to refresh old and worn out curbs
Make A Difference in N. Las Vegas (9 a.m. � 1 p.m., N. Las Vegas): Beautifying the community to its original state, volunteers will help remove graffiti and repaint curbs and fire hydrants
Shots for Tots (10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Southern Nevada Health District): Safeguarding children against harmful diseases, the Southern Nevada Health District is offering free childhood immunization and an interactive community fair
Soup and a Smile (6:15 - 7:30 a.m., Cashman Center): Serving hot soup, tea, bread and other warm items, volunteers will feed the homeless

For additional volunteer opportunities and more information on �Make A Difference Day,� visit volunteercentersn.org.

United Way Brings Financial Education to Young Adults for �Get Smart About Credit Day� - United Way of Southern Nevada

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

In celebration of �Get Smart About Credit Day� on Oct. 15, United Way of Southern Nevada is partnering with the Nevada Bankers Association to teach financial responsibility and credit lessons to high school students Oct. 12-29. Aligned with United Way�s core principal of providing lasting change through financial stability, nearly 50 classes will be held at schools across the Valley reaching 1,000 students.

�Get Smart About Credit� is a program focused on supplying young adults with the necessary tools for successfully handling their financial responsibilities both now and in the future. The program provides the youth with a solid understanding of how to manage their personal finances and provides tips for increasing income and personal wealth later in life.

"To build for a better tomorrow, we need to educate southern Nevada�s youth on how to responsibly manage their finances," said Dan Goulet, president and CEO of United Way of Southern Nevada. �By promoting good learning and fiscal habits early on in life these young students are being prepared for a financially sound future.�

From Oct. 12-29, the program will connect qualified volunteer instructors with local educational faculties to bring valuable lessons in financial stability.The instructors will tour schools and prepare hands-on presentations for the students.

For more information on �Get Smart About Credit,� or the educational tours happening through the Valley, visit aba.com/ABAEF/getsmartaboutcredit.htm.

United Way�s Women�s Leadership Council Holds Membership Breakfast - United Way of Southern Nevada

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PST

Cathy Jones, Women's Leadership Council (WLC) Co-Chair; Beth Miller, Vice President, Major Gifts; Jane Greenspun Gale, Springs Preserve Founding Member; Lawrel Larsen, WLC Outreach Co-Chair; Manya Goulet, WLC Outreach Co-Chair.

The Women�s Leadership Council (WLC), a program of United Way of Southern Nevada, invited its members and prospective members to participate in an eco-friendly and educational experience at its Breakfast at The Springs Preserve outreach event on Oct. 6. As part of the event�s activities, 20 functional table �centerpieces� consisting of science and exploration tools were donated to United Way partner preschools and early childhood development centers for science curriculum enrichment.

Featuring guest speaker Jane Greenspun Gale (Founding Board Member, Springs Preserve), the event was attended by more than 100 WLC members and business leaders, and illustrated the importance of maintaining an environmentally-friendly and socially productive lifestyle. As part of the event�s activities, 20 functional table �centerpieces� consisting of science and exploration tools were donated to United Way partner preschools and early childhood development centers for science curriculum enrichment. The gift is one step towards closing the educational gap for underprivileged students and aligns with United Way�s mission to initiate lasting change in education, with particular emphasis on early education.

�We are always looking to plan creative and beneficial events that serve both the needs of our members and the needs of our community,� stated Cathy Jones, co-chair of United Way�s Women�s Leadership Council. �This breakfast leads us down the path of promoting educational success for Southern Nevada�s youth, while providing an enriching and enlightening networking experience for our community�s top female professional and philanthropic leaders.�

As a benefit to its many members, the Women�s Leadership Council continually organizes meaningful social and educational activities that align with the mission of United Way. Most recently during its Spring Suit Drive, the group collected more than 2,000 women�s suits and professional clothing and donated them to local women�s shelters and Goodwill Career Connections to benefit women in need.

Now boasting a membership of 105, the group has more than tripled during the past year, with a combined contribution that has exceeded $400,000 since its inception in November 2007. For more information about becoming a member of the Women�s Leadership Council, contact Beth Miller, vice president, major gifts at BethM@uwsn.org or 702-892-2317.

Nevada 2-1-1 Partners with Maternal & Child Health Programs to Connect Callers to Prenatal Care Service Line - United Way of Southern Nevada

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 PST

Nevada 2-1-1, a health and human services help line, is partnering with the Nevada State Health Division, Maternal & Child Health Programs office to integrate the current Maternal & Child Health 800 number into the Nevada 2-1-1 database of services. This additional resource will provide information and referral assistance to callers in need of prenatal care from conception to birth.

�We areexcited about the new partnership with the Nevada State Health Division, which will enable Nevada 2-1-1 to be the main source of prenatalinformation and referral services throughout the state," said Mary Liveratti, Nevada 2-1-1 state chair.

The previous 800 number used by the Health Division will be forwarded to Nevada 2-1-1 effective immediately and the 800 number will be phased out after six months. Calls to Nevada 2-1-1 are answered by a live operator who provides information and referral for prenatal, pediatric and perinatal (birth to age one) services.

Prior to being integrated into Nevada 2-1-1, the Maternal & Child Health line was available with limited hours. �Now callers will be able to access resources about prenatal care in the evenings and on the weekends with an easy-to-remember phone number,2-1-1," said Liveratti.

Viewed as the ideal subcontractor for the partnership, Nevada 2-1-1 offers statewide coverage, extended hours of service, a comprehensive reporting system and professionally trained information and referral specialists.

Nevada 2-1-1 is a statewide coalition of United Way of Southern Nevada, United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, Crisis Call Center, HELP of Southern Nevada and the State of Nevada along with other non-profit and private businesses.