Three Square Food Bank December Event Listings
Orangetheory Fundraiser
Date: Now – January 1, 2014
Location: 9326 W. Sahara Ave. Ste. 4
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Orangetheory Fitness is donating $1 or three meals to Three Square each time someone purchases a Basic Studio t-shirt or a reusable shopping bag. Orangetheory Fitness incorporates energizing, group fitness into each member’s workout routine.
Bank of America Give A Meal Campaign
Dates: Now – Friday, Jan. 10, 2014
With the holidays almost upon us, Bank of America is raising funds to raise awareness around the issue of hunger in the US. Three Square is excited to be a part of their matching campaign, for every $1 donated by an individual, Bank of America will match it by $2. That’s nine meals for Southern Nevadans in need for every $1 donated. For more information or to make a donation, click here.
26×26 Mission Food Drive
Dates: Now – Monday, Dec. 23
Jayson Black is a local ultra-endurance athlete who has trained all year to do something epic to inspire his community. Black kicked off his challenge with his first run on Thursday, Nov. 28, Black and will continue running 26 marathons in 26 consecutive days – a total of 681.2 miles – to raise awareness about Three Square Food Bank’s mission. The general public is invited to share in this epic running feat each Saturday at Anytime Fitness Seven Hills. Black will be running entire marathons on a treadmill (duration of approximately five hours) and invites runners to join him in the fight against hunger. Additionally, community members can drop off canned food which will benefit Three Square Food Bank.
Food Drives are being held at sponsor locations across the valley including Anytime Fitness, Samurai Sam’s and O’Roarke Elementary School. Monetary donations can also be made by visiting Crowdrise.com and searching for 26X26. (www.crowdrise.com/26x26LV/fundraiser/jaysonblack). Follow the conversation and stay up-to-date via social media on Facebook (www.facebook.com/26marathons26days / www.facebook.com/threesquarelv), Twitter (@26X26LV / @ThreeSquareLV) and Instagram (@26X26LV / @ThreeSquareLV).
Get N Go Donation Match
Date: Month of December
Location: Any of the seven Get N Go locations in Las Vegas and Henderson
Get N Go is joining us in the fight against holiday hunger during the month of December. Make a donation at any of the seven Get N Go locations in the valley, and they will match every dollar! All proceeds will go to support hunger-relief programs at Three Square.
Sweet Spot Candy Shop
Date: Month of December
Location: Sweet Spot Candy Shop
616 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Sweet Spot Candy Shop will be collecting donations for Three Square during the month of December. Visit the downtown Las Vegas candy shop today to satisfy your sweet tooth and make a donation.
Hakkasan Gives Back
Date: Month of December
Location: Hakkasan Las Vegas Nightclub and Restaurant at MGM Grand
3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Hakkasan Las Vegas Restaurant at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is partnering with Three Square Food Bank all month long to bring awareness to Las Vegas’ food insecurity throughout the holiday season. For each guest who dines at the restaurant this month, Hakkasan Las Vegas will donate $5 to directly support Three Square’s hunger relief programs that will benefit nearly 600 Program Partners in Southern Nevada, which include food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, after-school programs, faith-based organizations, senior centers and more. For every dollar donated, Three Square is able to provide three meals, as guests have the opportunity to donate additional funds to help the cause once their check is presented. All programming and donations given throughout the month of December will culminate into a celebratory event in January 2014, where Hakkasan Las Vegas will provide Three Square with a check for the full donation amount generated. To make reservations, guests may visit www.hakkasan.com/lasvegasor call 702.891.7888.
Flair Bartending Charity Fundraiser
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 10
Location: Kahunaville Party Bar inside Treasure Island Hotel & Casino
3300 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Kahunaville will be hosting a flair bartending charity fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 8p.m. Purchase any of their gift certificates and apparel and 100% of the proceeds will go to benefit Three Square.
6th Annual Carnival of Cuisine
Date: Saturday, Dec. 14
Location: Palazzo Pool Deck
3325 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
The Venetian® and The Palazzo® Las Vegas welcome the return of the hottest culinary event with their sixth annual food festival, Carnival of Cuisine. Taking place at The Palazzo Pool Deck, award-winning cuisine will be showcased from more than 15 eateries, including four James Beard Award winners. Guests will also be treated to a special guest appearance by iconic, award-winning chef, Emeril Lagasse. This palate-pleasing event will feature chef demonstrations, live entertainment and prizes. Tickets start at $60 for General Admission and $85 for VIP. For tickets, please call the Venetian Box Office at 702.414.9000.
Takeover Tuesdays
Date: Thursday, Dec. 17
Location: Forte European Tapas
4180 S. Rainbow Suite 806
Las Vegas, NV 89103
Chef Daniel “Boston” Laferriere dishes up a six-course New England inspired holiday dinner accompanied by beverages prepared by Alex Penalosa to benefit Three Square. Tickets go on sale Thursday, December 5 and can be purchased at the restaurant’s official website.
The Color Run Las Vegas
Date: Saturday, Feb. 22
Location: Downtown Las Vegas
The Color Run™ 5K is back for a third year! Mark your calendars for the happiest race on the planet! The Color Run is less focused on speed and more about enjoying a color crazy day. A portion of the proceeds from the race will be donated to Three Square. To learn more or to register, click here.
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About Three Square Food Bank
Established in 2007 to provide hunger relief, Three Square Food Bank offers wholesome, nutritious food to non-profit and faith-based organizations, schools and feeding sites that serve a wide range of Southern Nevadans. A national model project inspired by Eric Hilton with a grant provided by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, Three Square is a community collaborative partnership with businesses, non-profit agencies, food distributors, higher education institutions, the Clark County School District, governmental entities, the media and thousands of volunteers to efficiently and effectively serve hope to those in our community struggling with hunger. Three Square currently provides more than 24.5 million pounds of food and grocery product – the equivalent of more than 18.8 million meals – per year to nearly 600 Program Partners. Three Square is a member of the Feeding America network of food banks. For additional information visit www.threesquare.org. For the latest news and events on Three Square, visit www.facebook.com/ThreeSquareFoodBank and follow them on Instagram (@threesquarelv) as well as Twitter (@threesquarelv).