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May 28, 2020, was a big day for us. We participated in a Facebook Live event viewed by 7,000, shared our story, and walked away with nearly $6,000! Unable to…
Alliance with Washoe County Medical Society (AWCMS) presents For Kids Foundation with a $25,000 check
“Originally established as an auxiliary by nurses returning from service in WWII, the goal of AWCMS (the Alliance) was to encourage and help Nevada students pursue a career in nursing.…
Local Restaurant Supports Kids with 15% of “Feel Good Burger” Sales in March
Clint Peetz of Fat Cat Bar and Grill believes in the work local nonprofits do for the community. KOLO TV broke this story in July of 2019 and the program…
KOLO 8 – Equine therapy group NEAT offering scholarships
By Terri Russell | Posted: Tue 3:29 PM, Mar 03, 2020 | Updated: Wed 10:16 AM, Mar 04, 2020 WASHOE VALLEY, Nev. (KOLO) Over the years, we’ve taken you to the Nevada Equine Assisted…
The Alliance with The Washoe County Medical Society 3rd Annual Gala Benefits Two Local Nonprofits
Founded in 1947, the Alliance with the Washoe County Medical Society (AWCMS) has worked hard to follow their mission to advance the health of our community through educational and philanthropic…
The For Kids Foundation Welcomes Gregory Raleigh to its Board of Directors
Greg Raleigh Washoe Wealth Advisors Gregory J. Raleigh graduated with a degree in Quantitative Economics in 1993 from Stanford University. Greg started his career in finance as an investment banker in…
The For Kids Foundation Welcomes Mathew Anderson to its Board of Directors
Mathew Anderson Mortgage Loan Officer, Finance of America Mortgage, LLC Mat started in the mortgage industry as a bewildered client, thinking “I want to buy a home, not rent.” He…
Peter Padilla, Nevada Real Estate Radio, Interviews For Kids Foundation
Listen in while Peter Padilla talks about bees, real estate, kids in need, and (wait for it) POLKA. Nevada Real Estate Radio welcomes new For Kids Foundation Board member Matt…
For Kids Foundation bids fond farewell to Board member John Ponzo
John has served on our Board of Directors for many years. In addition to running his own nonprofit, It’s All About Music, John has devoted time to sharing the mission…
The For Kids Foundation Welcomes Matthew Rittenhouse to its Board of Directors
For Kids Foundation welcomes Matthew Rittenhouse to our Board of Directors. Matthew is fairly new to the Northern Nevada area, moving here to be closer to family and assume a…