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A.V.A. Ballet Theater
73 W. Plumb Ln.
Reno NV 89509
(775)762-5165
Alexander Van-Alstyne
Other Contacts: Michael Pennington, Steven Trounday

 Member Since 2006 

About Us...
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is also the Resident Ballet Company of the Pioneer Center for Performing Arts and is a private non-profit 501 (c) 3 ballet company. Incorporated in 1994 A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is northern Nevada's largest ballet company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.

AARP Nevada State Office
5820 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. 190
Las Vegas NV 89119
(866)389-5652
Deborah Moore Jaquith, Comm. Dir.
Other Contacts: Mary Rodriguez, Accounts Payable, Anita M. Stowell-Ritter, Ambassador

 Member Since 2006 

About Us...
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan social welfare organization with a membership that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. AARP Nevada provides local services like our Tax-Aide tax preparation assistance, Drivers Safety classes, clinics, programs and events for 50+ job seekers, extensive resources for human resource leaders, and legislative advocacy. Call AARP Nevada at 1-866-389-5652.

ASUN Advertising
1664 N. Virginia St.
Reno NV 89557
(775)784-7773
Brooke Barlow, Coordinator of Advertising
Other Contacts: Amy Koechkes, Assoc. Dir., Sandra Rodriguez, Dir., Gina Sisson, Office Mgr.

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
We are your source for marketing to the diverse community of the University of Nevada, Reno via cost-effective student media. The Nevada Sagebrush, est. 1893, is the official student newspaper and voice of campus. Insight Magazine is a new, hip campus-life magazine. Wolf Pack Radio is Nevada's only independent student radio station. The Brushfire, est. 1959, is Nevada's oldest surviving literary and arts journal showcasing burgeoning artists.

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American Cancer Society
691 Sierra Rose Dr., Ste. A
Reno NV 89511
(775)329-0600
Richard deOcio, District Exec. Dir.
Other Contacts: Gracie Geremia, Community Relationship Mgr.

 Member Since 2007 

About Us...
"The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service".

American Heart Association
1281 Terminal Way, Ste. 111
Reno NV 89502
(775)322-7065
Karen Rudd, Exec. Dir.
Other Contacts: Danielle Hammons, Office Mgr., Mandy Taylor, Social Mktg. Coord., Priscilla Tran, Youth Mkt. Dir., Ariel Whitlock, Business Dev. Dir.

 Member Since 1987 

About Us...
American Heart Association is the nation's largest non-profit dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, our nation's #1 & #3 killer.

American Lung Association
10615 Double R. Blvd. Suite 100
Reno NV 89521
(775)829-5864
Gwen Bourne, Development Dir.
Other Contacts: Louise Martin, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
The American Lung Association® (ALA) is the oldest voluntary health organization in the United States, with a National Office and constituent and affiliate associations around the country. Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, ALA today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health. ALA is funded by contributions from the public, along with gifts and grants from corporations, foundations and government agencies. ALA achieves its many successes through the work of thousands of committed volunteers and staff.

Community Foundation of Western Nevada
1885 S. Arlington Ave., Ste. 103
Reno NV 89509
(775)333-5499
Chris Askin, Pres./CEO
Other Contacts: Tracy Peterson-Turner, Program Officer

 Member Since 2003 

About Us...
The Community Foundation of Western Nevada administers over 130 funds named by donors to achieve many different philanthropic objectives that benefit our region.

Crisis Call Center
(775)784-8085
Linda Septien, Deputy Dir.
Other Contacts: Diana Brasher, Office Mgr., Ben Felix, SASS Coordinator, Debbie Grant-Reed, Crisis Lines Coordinator, Kathy Jacobs, Exec. Dir., Jeff Simpson, Fund Dvlpmt. & Mktg. Coord.

 Member Since 2007 

About Us...
Crisis Call Center provides intervention, prevention, referral, and education services to the community and supports those individuals in crisis by helping them to make constructive and productive choices. In addition to our 24-hour Crisis Lines, we provide Sexual Assault Support Services, Youth Outreach, Information and Referral and Nevada 2-1-1 services.

Food Bank of Northern Nevada
550 Italy Drive
McCarran NV 89434
(775)331-3663
Doris Phelps, Dir. of Marketing
Other Contacts: Cherie Jamason, Pres/CEO, Jocelyn Lantrip, Public Relations Officer

 Member Since 1986 

About Us...
Regional food distribution organization (501(c)3) serving nearly 100 food pantry and other non-profit services benefitting the needy.

Friends of National Multiple Sclerosis Society
1150 Financial Blvd., Ste. 1600
Reno NV 89502
(775)323-3311
Mary Griewe, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 1998 

Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada
605 Washington St.
Reno NV 89503
(775)322-0642
Linda Reed, CEO

 Member Since 2008 

Goodwill Industries Northern Nevada
2424 Oddie Blvd., Ste. C
Reno NV 89512
(775)358-6444
Rob Harden, Mkt. CEO
Other Contacts: John Fisher, Dir., LuAnne Kirschner

 Member Since 2009 

About Us...
Not for profit 501(c)3 tax exempt Training and employment for persons with significant barriers to employment through donations and sales of apparel and house hold items, through 10 attended donation centers and three stores.

Goodwill Industries Northern Nevada
6407 S. Virginia St.
Reno NV 89511
(775)853-7606
Rob Harden, Mkt. CEO

 Member Since 2009 

Indian Health Board of Nevada
1325 Airmotive Way, Ste 250
Reno NV 89502
(775)284-3290
Larry Curley, Exec. Dri.
Other Contacts: Joanne Bill, Admin. Asst., Claudia Castaneda-Melendez, MSW, Youth Suicide Prevention Director, Steve Matles, Deputy Dir.

 Member Since 2009 

About Us...
The mission of the Indian Health Board of Nevada is to raise the health care status of Nevada Indians. The health board provides Nevada Tribal Leaders with the information they need to make decisions in support of their advocacy for full funding for Indian health programs.

Jam On It Basketball Academy
PO Box 52049
Sparks NV 89435
(775)530-5446
Matt Williams Jr, CEO

 Member Since 2005 

About Us...
Year round basketball program that incudes camps, tournaments, all-star teams, private instruction & consulting. A member of AAU (Ameteur Athletic Union) - serving youth and adult since 1991. Jam On It is a federal 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Lights For Life, Inc.

Reno NV 89506
(720)987-4319
Patrick Snelson, Mktg. Dir.
Other Contacts: John Worthington, Founder, Linda Worthington, Mktg. Dir.

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
Helping children with cancer and their families who are in the most need of help. We do this by collecting Christmas lights that don't work or are not used anymore. We have the ability to recycle lights and use those monies to help said families.

LiveLocal Reno Sparks
5303 Louie Ln., Ste. 21
Reno NV 89511
(775)224-2242
Dave Asher, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
LiveLocal Reno Sparks brings together community leaders, independent business owners, government officials, and social innovators to build a thriving, sustainable local community. We provide the tools and resources to bring this new model of economic development in to our community. We promote building blocks of a sustainable community on one easy to find location.

MRD Global Foundation, Inc.
4790 Caughlin Pkwy., Ste. 160
Reno NV 89519
(775)848-2224
Olivia Tearnan, Co-Dir.
Other Contacts: Krista Kip, Co-Dir.

 Member Since 2009 

About Us...
Promoting physical and mental health & wellness for underprivileged children and their families; to provide relief by means of food, clean water, clothing, shelter, supplies to impoverished populations; to implement the foundations in-kind technologies for environmental safety and sustainability; and strive to create counseling and educational opportunities to improve quality of life.

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northern Nevada
910 Pyramid Way
Sparks NV 89431
(775)826-8008
Cynthia R. Freeman, Ph.D., Reg. Dir.
Other Contacts: Rori Goetze, Prog. Svcs. Coord.

 Member Since 1994 

About Us...
Charitable organization that grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

March of Dimes Nevada Chapter
1000 Bible Way, Ste. 43
Reno NV 89502
(775)826-2166
Rikki Hensley-Ricker, Northern Division Dir.
Other Contacts: Victoria Crockett, Community Dir., Michelle Gorelow, Dir. Progam Svcs.

 Member Since 1988 

About Us...
Mission to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. Together we are saving babies.

Muscular Dystrophy Association
1280 Terminal Way, Ste. 36
Reno NV 89502
(775)333-6789
Michelle Parker, Admin. Asst.
Other Contacts: Amanda Crocker, Program Coord., Megan Troxel, Fundraising Coord.

 Member Since 1999 

About Us...
MDA is a voluntary health agency working to defeat over forty neuromuscular diseases, inlcuding ALS (Lou Gehrigs Disease) through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services and far-reaching professional and public education.

National Council of Juvenile & Family Court Judges
1041 N. Virginia St., 3rd Floor
Reno NV 89557
(775)784-6012
Cheryl Davidek, Dir. of Admin.
Other Contacts: Diane Barnette, Dir. of Conf. Planning & Mktg., Sarah Grabowska, Gen. Operations Mgr., Dale Koch, Interim Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2006 

About Us...
With a mission to improve courts and systems practice and raise awareness of core issues that touch the lives of many of our nation's children and families, NCJFCJ provides continuing education, TA, research, and policy development to the juvenile and family justice field. Each year, serves reach approximately 30,000 professionals.

National Council to Prevent Delinquency
200 Harry S. Truman Pkwy., Ste. 300
Annapolis MD 21404
(410)897-9209
Robert Hills, Exec. Dir.
Other Contacts: Kathy Paunil, Research Dir.

 Member Since 2002 

About Us...
Provides information, counsel services & materials to prevent the dangerous or illegal misuse of consumer products by youg people.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
4600 Kietzke Ln. Bldg. K ,Ste. 225
Reno NV 89502
(775)329-7180
Linda Lott, Region Mgr. Nevada

 Member Since 1999 

Nevada Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
1745 S. Wells Ave.
Reno NV 89502
(775)787-1111
Martin Baldwin, Scout Exec.

 Member Since 2003 

About Us...
It is our mission to help prepare young people to be self-confident and to achieve their full potential by providing them training in leadership and outdoor skills, and by instilling in them the lifetime values found in the Scout Oath and Law.

Nevada Hospital Association
5250 Neil Rd., Ste. 302
Reno NV 89502
(775)827-0184
Eva LaBarge, VP of Oper.
Other Contacts: Marissa Brown, Dir. of Workforce and Clinical Svcs., Dwight Hansen, Dir. of Financial Serv., Laurie Krueger, Dir. of Comm., Bill Welch, Pres/CEO

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
NHA is a not-for-profit, professional trade association representing the vast majority of Nevada's hospitals throughout the state. Formally established in 1960 and incorporated in 1971, NHA was created by hospital administrators to provide a unified forum to address the many challenges facing Nevada's hospitals.

Nevada Hotel & Lodging Association
PO Box 26087
Las Vegas NV 89126
(702)878-9272
Van V. Heffner

 Member Since 2008 

Nevada World Trade Council (NEWTRAC)
PO Box 12187
Reno NV 89510
(775)248-3195
Cristina Mont-Kraus, Pres.
Other Contacts: Donna Artz, VP, Mitch Baclawski, Board Member, Al Di Stefano, Board Member, Dan Freitag, Treasurer, Miriano Ravazzolo, Board Member, Dr. Yvonne Stedham, Board Member, Rajan Zed, Board Member

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
The Nevada World Trade Council is a non-profit professional business organization serving Nevada’s international business community. NEWTRAC encourages and supports Nevada’s economic diversification and growth by further developing Nevada’s international business opportunities. By offering access to a variety of resources and educational seminars, NEWTRAC provides the business community with the resources, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively conduct global trade.

Nevada's Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology
5575 Kietzke Ln., Ste. B
Reno NV 89511
(775)315-7635
David Archer, CEO
Other Contacts: Roxanne DeCarlo, Sr. Mktg. Mgr.

 Member Since 2006 

About Us...
NCET, Nevada's Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology, connects Nevadans to the resources they need to start and grow successful businesses. NCET's programs include the NCETE Entrepreneur Expo, Collegiate Business Plan Competition, and monthly networking mixers. NCET is an independent 501©3 non-profit organization not affiliated with the state of Nevada.

Northern Nevada Hopes
467 Ralston St.
Reno NV 89513
(775)348-2893
Bill Fuellenbach, Exec. Dir.
Other Contacts: Chris Fegert, Special Events Coord., Adam Holland, Special Events Coord., Leah Thompson-Mewes, Dir. of Quality Mngmt., Sue Trimmer, Managing Pharmacist, Kevin Wood, Board Member

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
NNHopes is a non-profit regional organization dedicated to prevention, education and enhancing the quality of life for those affected by HIV. HOPES provides a comprehensive array of services including outpatient medical care, pharmacy, social services and supportive services for HIV positive individuals in Northern Nevada.

Northern Nevada Human Resources Assoc.
PO Box 12584
Reno NV 89510
(775)323-5544
Rebecca Bruch, Esq., Pres.
Other Contacts: Mindi Brenner, Pres. Elect, Teddi Cannellos, Sec., Mark Martens, Trea.

 Member Since 2009 

About Us...
The Northern Nevada Human Resources Association is the local non-profit affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. We are the area's largest association devoted to Human Resource Management. Representing over 400 individual members, our mission to serve the needs of human resource professionals and advance the human resources profession.

Planned Parenthood, Nevada Advocates
550 W. Plumb Ln., Ste. B104
Reno NV 89509
(775)412-2087
Elisa Maser, Pres./CEO

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
Nevada Advocates for Planned Parenthood Affiliates (NAPPA) is the lobbying and election arm for the Planned Parenthood affiliates in Nevada. five clinics in Nevada provide reproductive health care to over 25,000 clients annually. NAPPA works to pass legislation that benefits Nevada's women and their families.

Reno Little Theater
PO Box 7071
Reno NV 89510
(775)813-4981
Moira Bengochea, Chairman
Other Contacts: Nancy Podecoils, Publicity Chariman

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
Reno Little Theater's mission is to produce high-quality theatrical experiences that inspire, entertain & enrich our diverse community. As Nevada's longest running theater, we honor tradition while encouraging innovation, creativity & community participation in the magic of theater.

Safe Embrace
PO Box 3745
Reno NV 89505
(775)322-3466
Deborah Armstrong, CEO

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
Safe Embrace is a full service family violence intervention and prevention program. We offer emergency shelter, 24 hour crisis intervention, legal advocacy and counseling.

Salvation Army, The
1931 Sutro St.
Reno NV 89512
(775)688-4555
Carole Miller, Comm Relations Dir.
Other Contacts: Barbara Pengilley, Business Admin., Major Michael Zielinski, Corps Officer

 Member Since 2007 

About Us...
The Salvation Army's religous and social service programs serve millions of men, women and children in 121 nations. The organization has been meeting primary needs in Northern Nevada since 1884. Local services include a men's substance abuse recovery program, thrift stores, Christmas food and toy assistance, food pantry and more.

Sheep Dip, Inc.
PO Box 2728
Reno NV 89505
(775)787-0722
Ann Sullivan-Redding, Mktg. Producer

 Member Since 2008 

About Us...
What is Sheep Dip? This annual fundraiser show, dedicated to exposing the follies of the Truckee Meadows with skits, songs and dance, performed by area locals, members of the media and a few of our (infamous) politicians. Sheep Dip raises funds that supports charities in the RENO/SPARKS area. Sheep Dip , Inc. is a 501(c)3.

Sierra Nevada Community Aquatics
71 Washington St.
Reno NV 89503
(775)997-3004
Leah Bradle, Exec. Dir.
Other Contacts: Mike Ginsburg, Pres.

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
Promoting, facilitating and coordinating the sustainability and expansion of aquatic resources within the Truckee Meadows.

The Solace Tree
448 Hill St.
Reno NV 89501
(775)324-7723
Emilio Parga, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
The Solace Tree is dedicated to children, teens and their families who have lost a loved one. It is a safe place where children and their families can know they are not alone in their grief and can share their feelings, memories and experiences, in an atmosphere of non-judgmental acceptance.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northern Nevada Affiliate
PO Box 20868
Reno NV 89515
(775)355-7311
Lucy McGuire, Pres., Board of Dir.
Other Contacts: Susan Hill, Comm. Chair

 Member Since 2004 

About Us...
Nancy Brinker's promise to her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched the global breast cancer movement in 1982. The Northern Nevada Affiliate of Komen for the Cure is dedicated to raising funds to save lives through local education, screening and treatment programs.

Trinity Services
240 S. Rock Blvd., Ste. #133
Reno NV 89502
(775)857-2500
Stephanie Pohl, Dir.
Other Contacts: Kim Pezonella, Assoc. Dir.

 Member Since 2005 

About Us...
Trinity Services, Inc. is a non-profit agency serving and supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Trinity began providing services in the 1950's in Illinois and expanded to Reno in 1995. We provide 24-hour and intermittent residential services, adult day services, a work center where folks earn a pay check, as well as, supported employment and a vocational assessment program.

Truckee Meadows Tomorrow
PO Box 33504
Reno NV 89533
(775)323-1518
Karen Hruby, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2007 

About Us...
Truckee Meadows Tomorrow (TMT) is a community-based, nonprofit enhancing quality of life in the Truckee Meadows through collaboration and partnership. As a nonpartisan coalition of businesses, government, educational institutions, nonprofits and citizens, TMT tracks indicators selected by the community and reports areas needing improvement to facilitate positive community change.

United Blood Services
1125 Terminal Way
Reno NV 89502
(775)324-6454
Gary Haman, Exec. Dir.
Other Contacts: Lindsey Baker, Donor Recruitment Supv., Alana Ladd-Ross, Donor Recruitment Supv., Lisa Rogers, Donor Recruitment Supv., Steven Thomas, Donor Recruitment Dir.

 Member Since 1977 

United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra
811 Ryland St.
Reno NV 89502
(775)322-8668
Karen Barsell, CEO & Pres.
Other Contacts: O.C. Gillham, Donna Ruiz, Resource Dev. Mgr

 Member Since 2005 

About Us...
United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) brings the community together to identify our most pressing needs, produce measurable results, and, thereby, improve lives. UWNNS is achieving meaningful impact here in our community. We use our expertise and knowledge through innovative funding of programs and initiatives that have a positive influence on the people of northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe communities. Our Mission is to link the community's will and resources to improve lives.

VSA Nevada at the Lake Mansion
250 Court Street at Arlington Avenue
Reno NV 89501
(775)826-6100
Mary Ellen Horan, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2006 

About Us...
VSA Nevada provides access to the arts for all. VSA Nevada was founded in 1986 as a statewide non-profit providing hands-on quality arts programs conducting 3,000 arts workshops and camps each year in a variety of settings including schools, hospitals, after-schools settings, and nursing homes in addition to an extensive year-round program that is open-to-the public. The historic Lake Mansion and adjacent enclosed Garden Pavilion, owned and operated by VSAN Nevada, is on the corner of Court St. and Arlington Ave. and is available to rent for your corporate or private special event.

Veterans Guest House
880 Locust St.
Reno NV 89502
(775)324-6958
Noreen E. Leary, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2006 

About Us...
We provide temporary housing for Veterans and their family members who travel to the Reno/Sparks area for medical treatment or to support their loved one.

Washoe Ability Resource Center
790 Sutro St.
Reno NV 89512
(775)333-9272
LaVonne Brooks, CEO
Other Contacts: Leon Merchant, VP of National Data Guard

 Member Since 1986 

About Us...
Private, non-profit organization established to support people with disabilities and their families. Services provided include development skills training, recreational activities, vocational training, and supported employment.

Women & Children's Center of the Sierra
255 W. Peckham Ln.
Reno NV 89509
(775)825-7395
Kate High, Exec. Dir.

 Member Since 2010 

About Us...
WACCS works with women who are struggling to support themselves and their children. We offer a comprehensive range of education, support and training to help them build financial, emotional and family stability, for the long term.