The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring makes a huge difference for the youth it serves. Research consistently demonstrates that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring helps at-risk youth overcome the many challenges they face. The most compelling evidence was found by Public/Private Ventures (P/PV), showing that Little Brothers and Little Sisters are: * 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs; * 27% less likely to begin using alcohol; * 52% less likely to skip school; * 37% less likely to skip class; * More confident in their schoolwork performance; * Able to get along better with their families.
The foundation that nurtures and supports healthy lives is made up of three, interconnected 'building blocks' -- education, financial stability and health. United Way is ideally suited to create positive, lasting change by addressing all three areas as one -- through proper expertise, capacity and relationships. Join us! Bring your passion, knowledge and resources to get things done all across our community.
Family TIES of Nevada is a statewide nonprofit organization directed by people with disabilities and their family members. We are also the state affiliate of Family Voices, a national organization speaking on behalf of children and youth with special health care needs.Living life full with the daily challenges of disability and chronic health concerns takes courage and endurance. At Family TIES we have a very personal and clear vision for those we serve. Our staff and board members either have a disability or chronic illness themselves, or they are the parents of children who do.Our mission is to build collective strategic action among coalition partners in order to deepen democracy and achieve greater social justice in Nevada.Reno Office: 3100 Mill Street, NV 89502 Reno ; P: ( 775 ) 823-9500 ; F: 775 ) 323-2205 ; E: [email protected] Vegas Office: 6830 W. Oquendo Road, NV 89118 Vegas ; P: ( 702 ) 740-4200 ; F: 702 ) 385-4586 ;
Helping a sick child fight their illness takes a big enough emotional toll on a family. Adding a financial strain can make it all almost too much to bear. RMHC can help address those problems, whether they involve how to stay near and support a hospitalized child, how to afford staying together in another city while a child is undergoing treatment, or even getting basic medical and dental care in Washoe County. Ronald McDonald House Charities is part of a global network which includes more than 322 Ronald McDonald Houses and 177 Ronald McDonald Family Rooms worldwide. The Reno Ronald McDonald House While staying at our House, families can take a deep breath, come home to the comfort of a delicious meal, find support by connecting to other families in similar situations, and get a good night's sleep. The Ronald McDonald Family Room For families with a child in Renown Children's Hospital, The Ronald McDonald Family Room provides a safe haven within the hospital to watch TV, take a nap, build relationships with other families, or enjoy a cup of coffee and a snack. The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile With our medical partner, the Community Health Alliance, the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile delivers oral health screenings, restorative dental care, nutrition education, immunizations and referral/follow up appointments to children. RMHC U.S. Scholarships Along with our community donors and RMHC Global, we provide improved educational opportunities for deserving high school seniors b
