Spread the Word Nevada is dedicated to advancing childhood literacy within low-income communities by changing lives one book at a time. Started in 2001, Founder Laurie Hartig and Co-Founder Lisa Habighorst, realized the impact of book ownership and the importance of every child having access to books in their home. STWN works with schools, nonprofits, and other community partners to distribute books and deliver literacy programming.

After School
YMCA of Southern Nevada
Established locally in 1944, the YMCA of Southern Nevada is one of the longest-serving