The Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation was founded in 2001, by a group of local business owners, to meet the needs of an ever growing Hispanic business community. Since opening its doors, the FAHF has been committed to developing strategies and policies to better serve all Spanish and English-speaking business owners interested in the welfare of the Fresno-area Hispanic community.
Today, the FAHF continues to support the growth and development of the community by bringing together business opportunities and assisting families from low-income households through specially designed philanthropic events.
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JUDGE JOHN MENDOZA Native Las Vegan, retired former Clark County District Judge John F. Mendoza, 83, of Las Vegas, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011, after a brief illness. Born Jan. 13, 1928, in Las Vegas, Mendoza’s storied life included being the captain of the Las Vegas High School Dream Team of ’44 football squad. A tough running back, he led the Wildcats to eight consecutive victories before the team trounced Sparks 19-0 in the championship game. Yet another impressive statistic was the fact that the Wildcats never allowed successive first downs. In addition, no team was able to score against the team. The team drew capacity crowds at Butcher Field in downtown Las Vegas, while also setting another high standard with a long list of players who eventually entered the legal profession. The Wildcats’ team was inducted into the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame in April of this year. Mendoza served in the U.S. Army and attended the University of Notre Dame on a football scholarship. He graduated Juris Doctorate, cum laude from Notre Dame in 1951. Mendoza served as Clark County Deputy District Attorney from 1951-55. He was Justice of the Peace for Las Vegas Township from 1955-57 before being named North Las Vegas City Attorney from 1958-59. Mendoza was elected Clark County District Attorney in 1960, serving in the position until 1962. He was also a partner in the law firm of Mendoza Foley & Garner from 1957-66. Mendoza was elected District Court Judge of the Eighth Judicial District for Nevada in 1966, where he served until 1990. He specialized in juvenile justice from 1969-1984, was president of the Latin Chamber of Commerce from 1990-1992 and joined his wife, Eva Garcia Mendoza, as a partner with Mendoza Garcia Mendoza. He was also chairman of the Nevada Public Service Commission (PSC) from 1992-1998, being appointed chairman of the newly formed Transportation Service Authority from 1998-2000. Other professional positions included serving as president of the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges and serving as national director and president of the Las Vegas “Aid to Adoption of Special Kids” (AASK). Mendoza was co-founder of the Court Appointed Special Advocate Program (CASA) which was named in the Congressional Record by U.S. Senator Harry Reid Sept. 28, 2010. A school – John F. Mendoza Elementary – was opened in his honor in 1990. Survivors include his wife, Eva Garcia Mendoza; daughters, Donna Mitchell (Greg), Francisca Martinet (Bill), Victoria Mendoza, and Jahnann Pepple (Jeff); and son, John Jr.; his former wife, Ruby; and stepchildren Teresa Toplak (Paul), Christina Greene and Aaron Greene; and eight grandchildren.
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U.S.VETS — Las Vegas opened in 2001 and operates two residential facilities and a community support office.
The Las Vegas location operates over 330 beds of transitional and permanent housing. Employment services are provided through a workforce program that helps over 110 veterans return to employment each year. Additionally, over 400 veteran households are provided rapid re-housing and homeless prevention services annually.
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Vegas Valley Four Wheelers (VV4W) was created over 33 years ago, making them the oldest 501(c)(3) nonprofit off-roading club, and today boasts over 120 members and their families. Members come together to take their 4×4’s out on the many trails around Vegas and surrounding areas. Most runs are arranged by an individual club member, but they also have an annual club event designed to attract out-of-state 4×4’ers, and it’s called the Hump ‘N’ Bump. It is held in Logandale, Nevada, which is approx 45 miles outside of Las Vegas. The dates for this event normally fall on the 1st weekend of November each year.
They also do our part for the community, including working with Partners in Conservation, Blue Ribbon Coalition, Utah Public Lands (UPLA), Treadlighty, BLM, and US Forestry Service.
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The Las Vegas Academy of the Arts (LVA) is a nationally recognized, award-winning magnet high school, serving approximately 1,720 students in Clark County, Nevada. Located in the center of the Las Vegas Founders District, LVA serves students from throughout the district in grades 9-12. LVA provides students the opportunity to pursue a conservatory in the areas of dance, music, theater, or visual arts within which majors are available in band, vocal music, dance, guitar, international studies (French, Japanese, and Spanish), mariachi, orchestra, photography, piano, studio art, technical theatre, theatre, visual design, and world jazz studies. The four conservatories, previously considered majors, were updated in 2017 as an effort to emphasize the academy’s focus on the arts. All students must meet certain criteria for acceptance: completing an application, auditioning in their chosen performing major, preparing a portfolio, and taking an aptitude test.
LVA offers students intellectually challenging learning experiences and empowers them with the 21st-century skills and knowledge to compete successfully in the international workplace. LVA is a FIVE-STAR school according to the Nevada School Accountability System and boasts a 100% graduation rate. LVA offers more Advanced Placement exams than any other CCSD school. Eighty percent of its graduating seniors enroll in a post-secondary institution, and last year, over $21 million in scholarships were awarded.
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They strive to be one of the top schools in America by researching and implementing proven programs and strategies to teach 21st Century Skills. These skills include Learning Skills such as critical thinking, creative thinking, collaboration and communication; Literacy Skills including the use of media and technology resources to teach reading, researching, and writing; and Life Skills such as innovation, goal setting, productivity, and leadership.
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Baby’s Bounty™ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supplies essential items and baby gear to disadvantaged families with an infant six months of age or younger. Their clients are regaining self-sufficiency after domestic abuse, teen pregnancy, mental health issues, unemployment or underemployment, and homelessness. Their goal is to provide “a good start for every baby” in the greater Las Vegas area.
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The founding of the Las Vegas Natural History Museum stemmed from the realization of a tremendous need in the community for a museum promoting an appreciation and understanding of global life forms, past and present.
In February 1989, a small group of concerned citizens requested that the Las Vegas City Council assist in finding a home for a pre-existing collection of wildlife and prehistoric exhibits. The City of Las Vegas purchased a building, located in the center of a proposed Cultural Corridor, to house the Museum. This building is leased for one dollar a year; however, the museum is responsible for renovations, upkeep, and operations.
With the assistance of local businesses and private individuals, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum opened its doors in July 1991, exhibiting a varied collection of wildlife and prehistoric exhibits on loan. Since then, the Museum has obtained its own multi-million dollar, world-class collection, and created an exciting and interactive learning experience.
From the desert to the ocean, from Nevada to Africa, from prehistoric times to the present, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum takes young and old alike on a learning adventure around the world.
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