United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra

Help get food to Northern Nevadans by donating at: https://lnkd.in/dDU-WC7C We’re proud to offer a program that helps transportation-limited families access food and essential supplies through Ride United Last Mile Delivery. At United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, we’ve brought together partners across the Sierras to provide critical support to Nevadans in need. From August 1, 2024, to October 31, 2024, DoorDash's Project DASH will match every donation to the program, dollar for dollar, up to $4,000. With your support, we can double the impact and reach even more Northern Nevada neighbors in need. To learn more about our partners and eligibility, please visit https://lnkd.in/dqDSy6Td, where you can help bridge the gap and deliver vital assistance right to the doorsteps of those who need it most. Thank you to our partners! St. Francis Of Assisi Food Pantry, Carson Valley Community Food Closet, The Children's Cabinet, and ELKO FRIENDS IN SERVICE HELPING #doordash #unitedway #uwnns #northernnevada #nevada #reno #nonprofit #charity #donation

We are partnering with NV Energy, Spread the Word Nevada, and Washoe County Library System to bring an evening of fun, education, and community engagement at the NV Energy Family Festival! 🎈 This free event brings together NV Energy employees, their families, friends, and the public for an unforgettable experience. Date/Time: August 20th from 5 pm - 7 pm Address: NV Energy, 6100 Neil Road, Reno, Nevada 89511 Event Highlights include: 📚 Free Books for Station Passport Completion: UWNNS will be giving away free books to the first 100 participants who complete all the festival activities. 🏫 Washoe County Library: The library will engage families with educational activities and resources. 📖 Spread the Word Nevada: This organization will conduct a book drive, encouraging attendees to bring a book to enter into a raffle, supporting community literacy initiatives. 🔖 DPIL Sign-Up Table: The Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library sign-up table will be available for parents to enroll their children in a program that provides free books, promoting early childhood literacy. ⚡ Electrical/Gas Safety Demonstrations: Attendees can learn about gas and electrical safety through engaging and informative demonstrations, making safety education fun for the whole family. 💡 PowerShift Booth: Visitors can gather valuable energy conservation tips and learn about programs that help save energy and reduce costs. 🍦 Additional Activities: The festival will feature a make-your-own paper/bookmark station, an ice cream truck, and cornhole games for all ages. RSVP NOW: https://lnkd.in/gNHeX7ir Check out this interview with Katey Roshetko from Morning Break KOLO 8 about the event for more details! #communityevent #familyfestival #literacy #readingisfundamental #communitypartnership #communityengagement #powersafety

🔵 Welcome Stephanie! Stephanie Le is a passionate educator with a dream of making the world a better place. Having just graduated from UNR with her Master’s in Sociology, she has joined our team to transition away from direct teaching towards non-profit work with the hopes of connecting with students in our community with the greatest need of support.   She has over 7 years of experience teaching English to speakers of other languages in Hong Kong, Vietnam, and right here in Reno at Truckee Meadows Community College. She loves riding her bicycle and spending time with her cat Moxie. #Nevada #UNR #Reno #UnitedWay #Nonprofit

The recent Family Health Festival at Procter R Hug High School was a success! These free events are designed to connect our community with local health and community resources, taking small steps towards a healthier life for all. A special thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped us make this happen: Anthem, Inc. | Molina Healthcare | UnitedHealthcare Health Plan Of Nevada, Inc. A special thank you to our incredible partners for their hard work and support: Northern Nevada Public Health, Food Bank of Northern Nevada, Family Resource Center, Community Services Agency, Washoe County School District, Community Health Alliance Nevada, United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Join us for the next Family Health Festival and be a part of this wonderful journey towards a healthier community! #familyhealthfestival #communityimpact #communityempowerment #nonprofit #nevada #resource #reno #sparks #uwnns #northernnevada

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! It's the NV Energy Family Festival!! Join us for an evening of fun, education, and community engagement at the NV Energy Family Festival! Bring gently used books to donate to Spread the Word Nevada - Washoe County and get entered into a raffle! 🎉 RSVP Today: https://fb.me/e/4Ddz71B6b This event, hosted by NV Energy in partnership with United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), brings together NV Energy employees, their families, friends, and the public for an unforgettable experience. Event Highlights: - Free Books for Station Passport Completion: UWNNS will be giving away free books to the first 100 participants who complete all the festival activities. - Washoe County Library System: The library will engage families with educational activities and resources. - Spread the Word Nevada: This organization will conduct a book drive, encouraging attendees to bring a book to enter into a raffle, supporting community literacy initiatives. - DPIL Sign-Up Table: The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library sign-up table will be available for parents to enroll their children in a program that provides free books, promoting early childhood literacy. - Electrical/Gas Safety Demonstrations: Attendees can learn about gas and electrical safety through engaging and informative demonstrations, making safety education fun for the whole family. - PowerShift Booth: Visitors can gather valuable energy conservation tips and learn about programs that help save energy and reduce costs. - Additional Activities: The festival will feature a make-your-own paper/bookmark station, an ice cream truck, and cornhole games for all ages. #NVEnergy #UnitedWay #UWNNS #Reno #Washoe #FamilyEvent #Educational #Events

Today, we extend our gratitude to United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, one of our Quality of Life Champion sponsors. As a "Collective Impact" organization, UWNNS is dedicated to listening to our community and fostering collaboration among local nonprofits, businesses, elected officials and passionate community members. Their commitment to finding lasting solutions and promoting social and policy change is instrumental in addressing our most pressing local issues and creating opportunities for a better life for all Northern Nevada families. To As a Quality of Life Champion sponsor, UWNNS supports our 2024 Community Progress Report, coming in October. Stay tuned for more details!

Join us for an evening of fun, education, and community engagement at the NV Energy Family Festival! Bring gently used books to donate to Spread The Word Nevada and get entered into a raffle! 🎉 RSVP Today: https://fb.me/e/4Ddz71B6b This event, hosted by NV Energy in partnership with United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), brings together NV Energy employees, their families, friends, and the public for an unforgettable experience. Event Highlights: - Free Books for Station Passport Completion: UWNNS will be giving away free books to the first 100 participants who complete all the festival activities. - Washoe County Library: The library will engage families with educational activities and resources. - Spread the Word Nevada: This organization will conduct a book drive, encouraging attendees to bring a book to enter into a raffle, supporting community literacy initiatives. - DPIL Sign-Up Table: The Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library sign-up table will be available for parents to enroll their children in a program that provides free books, promoting early childhood literacy. - Electrical/Gas Safety Demonstrations: Attendees can learn about gas and electrical safety through engaging and informative demonstrations, making safety education fun for the whole family. - PowerShift Booth: Visitors can gather valuable energy conservation tips and learn about programs that help save energy and reduce costs. - Additional Activities: The festival will feature a make-your-own paper/bookmark station, an ice cream truck, and cornhole games for all ages. #NVEnergy #UnitedWay #UWNNS #Reno #Washoe #FamilyEvent #Educational #Events

UNITED WE THRIVE We are at M Resort Spa Casino for the Western Conference. There will be many fun and engaging activities to learn more about United Way. We were excited to have Sandra Douglass Morgan a speaker for the first day of the conference! Thank you to United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, United Way of Southern Nevada, United Ways of the Pacific Northwest, United Ways of California, and United Way for partnering in organizing this event that will provide best practices and innovations of over 800 local United Ways in our global network. #uwnns #unitedway #nonprofit #uwsn #raiders #uwca #unitedwaysofthepacificnorthwest

The 20th Annual NV Energy Golf Tournament benefiting United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), has come to a successful close, raising a record breaking $25,548 to support the United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS). This year’s event brought together community members, NV Energy employees, and local supporters for a day filled with camaraderie and philanthropy. Read The Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/gsWEcFHQ “NV Energy’s amazing success is truly a sign of the entire team’s commitment to the community and their United Way,” said Blake Pang, CEO & President of United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra. “With these funds, United Way will be able to continue to provide critical educational programs to the region including the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a joint project that United Way administers on behalf of the Northern Nevada Reading Coalition, a group that NV Energy serves on.” Special Thanks to Our Sponsors We extend gratitude to the following sponsors whose support made this event possible. Altec Ascension Power Engineering ENTRUST Solutions Group Eocene Environmental Group Golden Gate Petroleum of Nevada LLC IIBEW 1245 Mark IV Capital MRC Global Qualus Sensus Sierra Pacific Credit Union Summit Line Construction TRC Companies, Inc. Ulteig Verde Power Sales VM West

We're proud to be making a difference right here in Northern Nevada. From fostering community partnerships to supporting local initiatives, our commitment to regional growth and development is at the heart of what we do. Check out our local impact and see our website to see how YOU can get involved! https://lnkd.in/gKWA4GR4 #LocalImpact #NorthernNevada #CommunityGrowth #BusinessWithPurpose #Volunteering #Nevada #NonProfit