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Nevada Assets & Opportunity Summit

01/03/2013 by jlantrip | Comments (0)

Join the Nevada Assets and Opportunity Summit
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada is the lead agency for an initiative called Bridges to a Thriving Nevada. The Bridges Initiative brings together members of the community using constructs that help families in poverty find their way self-sufficiency. It is exciting work and will be a part of the Nevada Opportunity Summit and Legislative Day.
Nevada Assets and Opportunity Summit
A Statewide Conference and Forum to Support Asset Building Programs and Policies in Nevada
Space is limited Register today!
http://nevadaassets2013.eventbrite.com
February 28, 2013 ~ 8:00am to 6:00pm ~ John Ascuaga’s Nugget, Sparks, NV
Join us as we explore best practices and policies shaping the future of Asset Building. Learn what you can do to help Nevadans make full use of available resources and build financial stability.
Breakfast, Lunch and Reception Included
Plus – you’re invited to join us march 1st at the state capitol for a legislative day highlighting the importance of asset building for the state of Nevada.
This summit is offered by the Financial Stability Partnership of Northern Nevada (FSPNN), a community collaborative administered by the United Way of Northern Nevada. To find out more about FSPNN and this summit, visit www.fspnn.org.
You Will Learn About:
CFED’s “grade” for Nevada on the Assets and Opportunity Scorecard. What can we learn?
Groundbreaking programs in youth savings providing new access to the American Dream
Integrating asset building into all available nonprofit services
Cities for Financial Empowerment – a coalition of municipal governments using their power and influence to advance innovative financial empowerment initiatives.
Behavioral Economics – how our choices are influenced by our psychology and social environment
Innovative financial products serving the unbanked and underbanked
The role of consumer protection in building and preserving assets. Conversation with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Consumer Advisory Board and Nevada’s Attorney General.
Who Should Attend:
Practitioners looking to enhance their professional skills and collaborate with others in the field
Industry leaders who want effective asset building programs in their regions
Policymakers interested in proven asset development strategies
Early Registration Discount Available Until January 31, 2013 - $59 per person.
Don’t Miss Out – Register Today!
Special Hotel Rates: Rooms can be reserved at the discounted rate of $69 per night and are available (3) days pre and post event. This rate includes wireless internet, valet or self-parking, and round-trip shuttle transportation to/from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. To reserve a room, please call 800.648.1177 and mention group code GFSPNN. Reservations must be made by Friday, January 25th to receive this discounted rate.
Generous Sponsorship and Support Provided By: CFED, Charles Schwab Bank, Clearinghouse CDFI, Federal Reserve Bank SF, Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada, State of Nevada's SSgA UPromise 529 Plan, United Way of NN & Sierra, US Bank, Wells Fargo Bank
Silver Legacy 12days of Christmas

12/17/2012 by jlantrip | Comments (0)

Last Wednesday was the exciting beginning of the Silver Lecacy's $70,000 12 days of Christmas. There is definitely a lot going on at the Legacy with tons of giveaways. They are giving away Cruises, money, prizes,free play and more. They also wanted to raise some food this year for the hungry in our region and that's where we come in.

Bring in two cans of food to the Legacy today through Thursday, December 17 - 20 and they are offering two for one dining in Cafe Sedona and Flavors! Buffet. What a great deal and a fun way to give. Head down to the Legacy to see what else is up for grabs. (Remember your non-perishable food donations when you go.)
Coffee Stands for Good

12/11/2012 by jlantrip | Comments (0)

Many people do heartwarming fundraisers for us this time of year. This is one of our favorites. These teens have grown up supporting the food bank. For years, with the support of their families (and now even Starbucks), they do a great coffee stand with 100% of the proceeds going to the Food Bank of Northern Nevada.

Here’s a note that Cyrus sent out to his yearly supporters about this year’s event that will be held this Saturday, December 15th from 9 a.m. – noon at 12755 Valley Springs Road in Reno. Hope to see you there.

Dear Friends,

It’s that time of the year again when Kienan and I do our Food Stand which supports the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. It will be held on Saturday the 15th, from 9am to noon, so plenty of time to have fun before the world ends. J

As always only donations are excepted, which means that you could come and take a bunch of treats and leave $1 or take one and leave $20. We will be providing many yummy treats and coffee and tea (coffee complementary from Starbucks).

Even if you can't make it please tell your friends and family to come. Again we take $0 for ourselves and 100% of the donations go to the Food Bank of Northern Nevada to help out the community.

Hope to see you there.

Sincerely,
Cyrus Moassessi
12755 Valley Springs Road
Reno, NV 89511
It's Holly Jolly Days Again

12/03/2012 by jlantrip | Comments (0)

Atlantis Holly Jolly Days Is Here Again!

Bring two cans of food (per person) to the Atlantis on December 9 to December 16 to receive:

• Café Alfresco: 2-4-1 Wood-fired brick oven pizza or made-to-order pasta
• Manhattan Deli for Two for $20 (2pm-6pm): Enjoy two select menu items, two drinks and a dessert to share
• Purple Parrot $6.99 Specials (Midnight-6am): Choice of: NY steak and eggs, ham & cheese omelet, Gyro sandwich or BBQ pulled pork sandwich
• Toucan Charlie’s Buffet & Grille (Excludes Sunday Brunch): 2-4-1 breakfast or lunch, or $5 off dinner buffet nightly
• Gift Shop: 20% discount
• Club Paradise Desk: Free slot & video poker tournament bonus entry
• Race & Sports Book: Earn an additional drawing ticket for the Prime Time football drawings
• Poker Room: Earn an additional drawing ticket for the Prime Time football drawings
• Table Games Hot Seat Drawing: $50 in non-negotiable chips given away every 30 minutes, Monday-Thursday (1pm-5pm)
Bring a new and unwrapped toy or two cans of food (per person) to receive:Fun Center
$5 game card with a minimum $5 purchase.
Taps and Tanks Opens With Food Drive

11/27/2012 by jlantrip | Comments (0)

What do you get when you combine Nevada’s oldest and most award – winning brewery

(with owners that love the Food Bank)

and the Holiday season?

The TAPS & TANKS Grand Opening Holiday Food Drive

Great Basin Taps & Tanks opens its doors to the public at 3pm on Tuesday, November 27, 2012. Located on East McCarran between Rock Blvd. and Mira Loma in Reno,

Taps & Tanks offers a chance to enjoy Great Basin Brewing Company’s signature brews among the barrels of its largest production facility.

As part of the festivities of its first two weeks of being open, Great Basin is calling on all their friends to help feed the hungry.

Bring in two non-perishable food items for the Food Bank of Northern Nevada, buy one award winning beer and you will receive a second beer free of charge.

"Help us feed those in need throughout northern Nevada and come tour our newest production facility,” said Bonda Young, owner of Great Basin Brewing Company. “We’re happy to welcome everyone into our expanded space and show people the inner workings of our trade—and it’s the perfect time to bring the community together for a great cause.”

The new brewing facility is currently in full swing, brewing and bottling Great Basin Brewing Company’s award-winning ales for local and regional distribution. The site also offers a unique concert venue and reception space for private parties and special events.