Hello, Jameson Fellows!
Our lack of compassion stems from our inability to see deeply into the nature of things. - Kenneth S. Leong
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the resilience, achievements, and voices of Black leaders, thinkers, healthcare professionals, and communities.
We invite you to listen with an open heart, learn from these experiences, and reflect on how compassion, both for others and ourselves, can help us create a more understanding and connected world.
Next Cafe: April 17 from 9 am to 9:45 am
Upcoming Community Events
Interfaith Council of Southern Nevada Monthly Events
Registration is open for the upcoming CBCT® (Cognitively Based Compassion Training) cohorts, all beginning in February. CBCT is a practical, evidence-based program that helps cultivate compassion to improve our relationships with ourselves, others, and everyday life.
🌱 February Cohorts – Registration Links:
Steve & Marilyn | Feb 4 – Apr 1
👉 https://connect.charterforcompassion.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=233
Erika & Mérida (Spanish) | Feb 4 – Mar 25
👉 https://connect.charterforcompassion.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=231
Cheron & Mérida | Feb 11 – Apr 15
👉 https://connect.charterforcompassion.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=232
Tatiana & Marilyn | Feb 27 – Apr 24
👉 https://connect.charterforcompassion.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=234
Scholarship codes are available, including for those who have previously taken CBCT. Feel free to message merida@charterforcompassion.org directly if you’d like support.
Resources & Ways to Give Back
The Kenny C. Guinn Center for Policy Priorities is pleased to announce that it is expanding its team in 2026 to include a Southern Nevada-based Director of Development. This new role reflects the Center’s continued growth and deepening commitment to building lasting partnerships that support data-driven public policy across the state.
Please review the complete job description at the link below and submit your resume and cover letter to info@guinncenter.org for consideration.
CareSource Nevada and the UNLV School of Public Health have announced a grant challenge supporting nonprofit initiatives and research focused on key community health priorities, backed by a $300,000 investment from the CareSource Foundation.
The CareSource Community Health Innovation Grant Challenge will support as many as six eligible community organizations by awarding them with grants up to $25,000 to expand programs or launch new initiatives in the following key areas:
- Maternal and child health
- Immunization awareness and confidence
- Social drivers of health
Two organizations will be selected for each area. Priority will be given to applicants who are partners of the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition (soon to be the Nevada Community Health Coalition).
Who can apply: Eligible applicants include Nevada-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and faculty researchers or research teams with programs that align with the key funding areas: maternal and child health, Social Drivers of Health, and vaccine confidence.
The UNLV School of Public Health is accepting applications through February 26, 2026.
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With delays to SNAP benefits caused by the government shutdown, many families and individuals need support accessing food. If you or someone you know needs food, help is now easier to find. Several community organizations are hosting emergency food distribution events to ensure everyone has access to nutritious meals during this challenging time. UWSN will continue sharing nonprofit resources as they become available from our partners. If you or someone you know needs support, we encourage you to attend one of these events. No one in our community should go hungry. Visit Nevada 211 at https://211.org/food or call 2-1-1 for the most up to date information. To continue the conversation outside of the monthly Nonprofit Connection Call, UWSN is launching the UWSN's Nonprofit Connection LinkedIn Group, this space will serve as a community forum where you can post resources and updates about your programs. Join here. Together, we can make sure every neighbor has the food they need. Resources below are effective 11/7/25 - resource availability may change. Community Resource Guides: CCSD No-Cost School Meals Program for all CCSD students Food Access Map http://rtcsnv.com/foodaccessmap National 211 Food Assistance Resource Finder Phone: 211 Emergency Food Relief Distribution Locations: Emergency Food Distribution Sites in Southern Nevada Catholic Charities Community Meal 10:00 am - 11:00 am Monday - Sunday (1501 Las Vegas Blvd, North Las Vegas, NV 89101) https://www.catholiccharities.com/programs/community-meal-st-vincent-lied-dining-facility Catholic Charities Hands of Hope Community Pantry 8:00 - 3:00 pm Monday - Friday Last Saturday of the month 8:00 am - 12:00 pm https://www.catholiccharities.com/programs/hands-of-hope-community-food-pantry City Impact Urban Food Bank 928 E. Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89104 email: urbanfoodpantry104@gmail.com https://cicnv.org/programs/#cic_food_bank
Dolores Huerta Center Food Pantry 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday https://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com/residents/dolores-huerta-resource-center Hope for the Cities Food Pantries
Las Vegas Rescue Mission 480 W. Bonanza Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89106 Phone: 702-382-1766 https://cicnv.org/programs/#cic_food_bank Daily Community Meal: 5:00pm - 6:00pm. This meal is open to the public. Guests must line up at the west gate to gain entry. Salvation Army Henderson Corps - 830 East Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson NV 89015 Phone: 702-565-9578 www.salvationarmysouthernnevada.org/homeless-services https://hendersoncorps.salvationarmy.org/henderson_corps/cure-hunger
The After Market Pantry 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday (4337 Las Vegas Blvd N Bldg B Las Vegas, Nevada 89115) https://sites.google.com/theaftermarketlv.org/theaftermarket The Just One Project Phone: 702-462-2253 - leave a detailed message if you call outside of Call Hours. https://thejustoneproject.org/food-programs/emergency-food-assistance Call Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:30am - 2:00pm Three Square Food Bank Phone: 702-765-4030 Kids Cafe Program: 702-644-3663 |
Disclaimer - Community events shared by Compassionate Las Vegas are for informational purposes only.
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UWSN is gathering data from nonprofits on how the potential federal funding halt may impact our state. Your input is invaluable - please consider filling out this survey. All individual responses will remain confidential. The results will be shared with elected officials, philanthropic leaders, and community partners to highlight the needs of our sector.
Contact Information for Federal Delegation
For advocacy or support, you can reach out to your federal representatives:
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Email: grants@cortezmasto.senate.gov
Senator Jacky Rosen Email: grants@rosen.senate.gov
Congresswoman Susie Lee Email: Michael-Cortes-Klein@mail.house.gov (District Director)
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