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Updated: Jun. 11, 2021 at 9:01 PM PDT
|By Tabnie Dozier
Life Changes strives to help men and women re-enter society as they battle substance abuse, homelessness, mental illness and other issues. For the President of the non-profit, it’s a struggle she knows all too well.
Updated: Jun. 10, 2021 at 9:26 PM PDT
|By Tabnie Dozier
Helping Nevadans better their lives, one step at a time. Our KOLO Cares Pillar Partner, Life Changes Inc. empowers those battling addiction to turn the corner.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2021 at 3:46 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
The public is asked to donate new fans for our seniors from now through the month of August.
Updated: May. 19, 2021 at 8:14 PM PDT
|By Matt Vaughan
The non-profit is putting together 1,700 literacy kits thanks to donations from Microsoft Reno.
Updated: May. 17, 2021 at 9:49 PM PDT
|By Noah Bond
A Western Nevada College employee and Washoe Tribe member has helped create a scholarship for Native Americans.
Updated: May. 17, 2021 at 5:37 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
KOLO 8 News Now is partnering with Washoe County to collect items for seniors in the community and we need your help!
Updated: May. 14, 2021 at 8:28 AM PDT
|By Josh Little
As the weather warms up, more people are heading up to the Tahoe Rim Trail. Including the local non-profit that provides the maintenance on the Trail.
Updated: May. 17, 2021 at 9:49 PM PDT
|By Noah Bond
A Western Nevada College employee and Washoe Tribe member has helped create a scholarship for Native Americans.
Updated: May. 17, 2021 at 5:37 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
KOLO 8 News Now is partnering with Washoe County to collect items for seniors in the community and we need your help!
Updated: May. 14, 2021 at 8:28 AM PDT
|By Josh Little
As the weather warms up, more people are heading up to the Tahoe Rim Trail. Including the local non-profit that provides the maintenance on the Trail.
Updated: May. 13, 2021 at 4:04 PM PDT
|By Noah Bond
Washoe County K9 Partners is releasing a new mug featuring a dog and its handler every month through November.
Updated: May. 7, 2021 at 6:43 PM PDT
|By Kelsey Marier
The nonprofit's goal is to raise $100,000, as it is completely reliant on donations.
Updated: May. 5, 2021 at 9:14 PM PDT
|By Staff
The Reno Gastro Project has purchased more than 1,000 meals since February.
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Updated: May. 4, 2021 at 9:59 PM PDT
This is your chance to get out of the house and enjoy a 1940′s Cuban-style night of fun.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2021 at 2:50 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
The Reno Rodeo Foundation presents its Bears & Badges fundraiser.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2021 at 10:20 PM PDT
|By Kelsey Marier
You're asked to present either a badge or photo identification from your agency for free admission.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2021 at 9:44 PM PDT
|By Noah Bond
Educators at Maxwell Elementary in Sparks use gardening to teach students, but there’s a problem. The school is short on supplies.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2021 at 8:16 PM PDT
|By Matt Vaughan and Tabnie Dozier
Project Safe and Growing is a local, non-profit that provides a free therapeutic day treatment program.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2021 at 11:48 AM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada will host the “Feed NV and the Sierra” drive through food drop-off event Friday from 9 a.m. to noon at Scheels in Sparks.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2021 at 8:36 PM PDT
|By Tabnie Dozier
Nevada Donor Network is leaning on first responders to help “End The Wait” for tens of thousands around the country who are in need of organ, eye or tissue donations.
Updated: Apr. 13, 2021 at 8:35 PM PDT
|By Tabnie Dozier
April signifies National Donate Life Month. Friday April 16 is Donate Life Blue and Green Day, a great chance to raise awareness and funds for Donor Network West and encourage others to sign up.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2021 at 10:08 PM PDT
|By Kelsey Marier
The September 2020 adoption event resulted in 1,851 animals being adopted from 44 participating Nevada animal welfare organizations.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2021 at 9:52 PM PDT
|By Matt Vaughan
It’s happening on April 29th at the Grand Sierra Resort.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2021 at 9:51 PM PDT
You can help homeless youth by eating at Port of Subs Wednesday, April 14 from 3:00 p.m. to close.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2021 at 9:21 PM PDT
|By Staff
The goal is to build diversity competency and create an equity action plan that will guide them in becoming more equitable organizations.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2021 at 9:18 PM PDT
|By Tabnie Dozier
Bring out the big hats and men, grab your seersucker suits! Dress for Success Reno-Northern Nevada’s signature fundraiser is quickly approaching.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2021 at 8:49 PM PDT
|By Staff
Being a child’s friend through and beyond their parent’s cancer. That’s the mission of Camp Kesem, a nationwide non-profit that now has a chapter at UNR.
Updated: Apr. 6, 2021 at 1:23 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
The organization is looking for volunteers to help clean up illegal dumpsites, remove invasive weeds, and help beautify community parks.
Updated: Apr. 5, 2021 at 8:09 AM PDT
|By Rebecca Kitchen
Highlighting the need for foster homes in Washoe County.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2021 at 8:55 PM PDT
|By Staff
Every day in April, people who make purchases shopping in-store at The Source+ can round up purchases with the extra money going to the Alliance.
Updated: Apr. 1, 2021 at 2:01 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation is hosting a drive-by birthday party Thursday from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Updated: Mar. 30, 2021 at 12:15 PM PDT
|By Audrey Owsley
Renown Health is inviting the community to honor and celebrate physicians on National Doctor’s Day.
Updated: Mar. 25, 2021 at 8:38 PM PDT
|By Staff
All sales from Jersey Mike's locations in Reno and Sparks on March 31 support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada.
Updated: Mar. 24, 2021 at 10:34 PM PDT
|By Kelsey Marier
The Children’s Cabinet and its Safe Place partnership show the community that young people are valued and resources are available to them 24/7.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2021 at 11:24 PM PDT
|By Matt Vaughan
There will be over 20 different artists from northern Nevada featured at the event.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2021 at 10:45 PM PDT
|By Matt Vaughan
The event is in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2021 at 10:20 PM PDT
|By Matt Vaughan
Volunteer artists of all ages will be creating “mediocre-at-best” renderings of donors’ pets.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2021 at 8:40 PM PDT
Whether you jump, run, hop or dive into the chilly waters of Tahoe, all participants must raise a minimum of $125.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2021 at 11:52 PM PST
|By Tabnie Dozier
"Shop for Success" has resumed at the organization’s new location, in the Orchard Plaza Shopping Center at 2295 South Virginia Street.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2021 at 9:30 PM PST
|By Staff
Kids and teens ages 6-18 can enjoy organized activities ranging from sports, arts-and-crafts, computers, STEM, and more.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2021 at 11:19 AM PST
|By Mike Stefansson
Renovations included new floors, paint and furniture for each bedroom and living area.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2021 at 7:19 PM PST
|By Noah Bond
Palomino Valley Pet Rescue purchased a medical van to help dogs and cats in rural areas, but there are a few problems to overcome first.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2021 at 1:13 PM PST
|By Audrey Owsley
Deputies with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office shaved their heads Monday in a show of support for the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation.
Updated: Mar. 5, 2021 at 5:07 PM PST
|By Kelsey Marier
The nonprofit is not only operated by mostly women, but it also empowers those impacted by domestic and sexual violence.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2021 at 9:18 PM PST
|By Tabnie Dozier
Some great news right on time for Women’s History Month, our KOLO Cares Pillar Partner Dress for Success has found a new home!
Updated: Mar. 3, 2021 at 10:16 PM PST
|By Kelsey Marier
March is Red Cross Month, recognizing people giving back through its lifesaving mission, which is powered by more than 90% volunteers.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2021 at 5:21 PM PST
|By Matt Vaughan
The SPCA of Northern Nevada animal charity is asking for care products for its pets.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2021 at 8:07 PM PST
|By Tabnie Dozier
The Night off the Streets Program is now down to just one shelter. The program helps anyone that needs a warm place to stay in the state capital.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2021 at 8:25 PM PST
|By Tabnie Dozier
Katie Lawrence is the current Miss Nevada Junior Teen. She was nominated by her peers for “Student of the Year” with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2021 at 12:28 PM PST
|By Audrey Owsley
Our KOLO Cares Pillar Partner Dress for Success has moved to 2295 S. Virginia Street, Suite 9-10.
Updated: Feb. 12, 2021 at 10:06 PM PST
|By Kelsey Marier
The goal of its horse therapy programs is to empower each participant to build self-esteem and confidence.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2021 at 9:36 AM PST
|By Rebecca Kitchen
Shawna is available for adoption through the Washoe County Human Services Agency.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2021 at 10:01 PM PST
|By Tabnie Dozier
As thoughtful as it is to bring things directly to the unsheltered population, it is critical for us to be mindful about also bringing things out.