Blog | United Way of Southern Nevada

Team UWSN Spotlight | Scott Wood

Meet our new Manager of Corporate Partnerships, Scott Wood! His role at United Way of Southern Nevada allows him to help facilitate, identify, and build sustaining relationships that lead to the cultivation of individual donors, volunteers, and corporate campaigns.

Women United Spotlight | Krista Darnold

As we honor Women’s History Month, join us and CELEBRATE inspiring women like Krista Darnold who has an endless passion for serving the community! Krista has been a part of the UWSN’s Women United for over 10 years!

Team UWSN Intern Spotlight | Ana Valero Prado

Ana grew up in Venezuela and moved to Las Vegas at the age of 14, she told us that living in a third world country opened her eyes to a world of need, so now she has a passion for serving and making a difference.

Team UWSN Spotlight | Stephanie Young

Meet our new Corporate Partnerships Manager, Stephanie Young! In her role, Stephanie helps maintain and create community partnerships with local businesses to support nonprofits in Southern Nevada.

Volunteer During Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

Join us and honor the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., by volunteering on MLK Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 17, 2022.

Volunteer Spotlight | Armando

Volunteer of the Month, sponsored by NV Energy, celebrates local heroes who are dedicated to serving our community. This month, we are proud to feature our Volunteer of the Month, Armando.

Team UWSN Spotlight | Jasmine Cazares

Meet our new Community Impact Program Specialist Jasmine Cazares! As a native Las Vegan, Jasmine began her journey with Team UWSN as an intern and joined the team after graduating from the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

Give Hope and Get Involved During the Holidays

United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) invites the Southern Nevada community to spread hope through volunteering and participating in the worldwide Jerusalema Dance Challenge during the holiday season.

Team UWSN Spotlight | Megan Cortney

Meet our new Community Impact Director of Monitoring and Evaluation Megan Cortney! Her role consists of working with our 38 nonprofit partners and supporting their programs.

Team UWSN Spotlight | Shanell Townsend

We are excited to welcome Shanell Townsend to Team UWSN! As our Early Education Specialist, Shanell ensures our Nevada Ready! preschool students and teachers have the tools they need to succeed.