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Pepsi's Refresh Project - Good Idea grant could have a local recipient in Greener Vegas . Your vote can make the difference. Incorporated in 2007 by Zachary Delbex-Smith, the company works to enable business and educate community about the possibilities of repurposing reusable materials. After years of working in the convention industry, Greener Vegas' founder became convinced that there was a way to keep much of the post-show debris out of the landfill. His vision has evolved into a business that diverts these resources into the hands of businesses, nonprofits, schools, theater groups, community programs, artists, and manufacturers. Over 50% of the $250,000 grant would go to staffing. That's jobs for Las Vegans! Here are the goals of " What’s Waste in Vegas, Stays in Vegas!" : Reduce the carbon foot-print of the convention industry. Divert reusable items into community, creating a closed loop system. Create sustainable “green” jobs for vets &
Family Promise of Las Vegas (FPLV) held the Official Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Family Navigation Center on June 15, 2023. left to right: James Maurer, Gabrielle Fernandez, Melina Soto Clark, Natalie Perez, Frank Guckin, Anne Johnson, Terry Lindemann, Sam Nicholson This important project has been a long awaited vision for FPLV and Sparkflight Studios is honored to be the architect for this facility that will be a resource for homeless families with children. FPLV is empowering homeless families to achieve sustainable independence in Clark County for more than 27 years. Anne Johnson thanked the design team at the ceremony and was emotional as she expressed how they have been working with FPLV for more than five years. Anne said, "I love seeing the vision and some of the seeds coming to life. There are so many dedicated consultants who helped bring this design together and I want to thank them all." A big shout out to the following leadership and design team members: Fa
by: Melina Clark "These past ten years at Sparkflight Studios (SFS) flew by. SFS was my first architectural job, and I could not have asked for a more fantastic mentor than Anne. I have learned so much from her, including honesty, integrity, and hard work. Architecture is not an easy career, but it is worth it when you have meaningful projects. My favorite project to date is the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) Wardelle Street Townhouse project. I genuinely enjoy working on affordable housing. There is a significant need for affordable housing in this Valley and across the United States. Wardelle Street Townhouses provide 57 units for families or individuals in need. These units have market-rate amenities, which help the tenants feel pride and care for their homes. Wardelle Street Townhouses was my first ground-up project, which is incredibly exciting as a designer. Having an opportunity to help shape a piece of land that benefits the community is my rea
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