NV Energy Family Festival Brings Fun and Education to the Community with United Way

Family Festival

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

NV Energy Family Festival Brings Fun and Education to the Community with United Way 

Reno, NV – July 22, 2024 – NV Energy, in partnership with United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), is excited to announce the NV Energy Family Festival, an evening dedicated to fun, education, and community engagement. The event will take place on August 20th from 5pm to 7pm at NV Energy, located at 6100 Neil Rd.  

Regarding the event, Lisa Harris, NV Energy Community Relations Lead said “We’re looking forward to hosting this family festival on site at NV Energy. Connecting with the community is a big part of what we do and we are excited to bring this event to our customers and community.”  

The NV Energy Family Festival offers many engaging activities designed to promote literacy, safety, and community involvement. This event is an excellent opportunity for NV Energy employees, their families, friends, and the general public to come together and celebrate the spirit of community. 

“We are thrilled to partner with NV Energy for the Family Festival, which brings together our community to celebrate and promote literacy, safety, and energy conservation,” said Ravyn Smith, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Development at United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra. “This event exemplifies the powerful impact we can achieve when businesses and nonprofits collaborate for the common good.” 

Event Highlights: 

  • Free Books for Station Passport Completion: UWNNS will be giving away free books to the first 100 participants who complete all the festival activities. 
  • Washoe County Library: The library will engage families with educational activities and resources. 
  • Spread the Word Nevada: This organization will conduct a book drive, encouraging attendees to bring a book to enter into a raffle, supporting community literacy initiatives. 
  • DPIL Sign-Up Table: The Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library sign-up table will be available for parents to enroll their children in a program that provides free books, promoting early childhood literacy
  • Electrical/Gas Safety Demonstrations: Attendees can learn about gas and electrical safety through engaging and informative demonstrations, making safety education fun for the whole family. 
  • PowerShift Booth: Visitors can gather valuable energy conservation tips and learn about programs that help save energy and reduce costs. 
  • Additional Activities: The festival will feature a make-your-own paper/bookmark station, an ice cream truck, and cornhole games for all ages.  

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, education, and community engagement at the NV Energy Family Festival! 

For more information about the event, please contact United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra at ravyn.smith@uwnns.org

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About NV Energy: 

NV Energy provides a wide range of energy services to more than 1.4 million customers throughout Nevada. NV Energy is dedicated to ensuring safe, reliable, and affordable energy service while fostering community growth and development. 

About United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra: 

UWNNS is committed to making a positive impact in the community by focusing on early childhood literacy, education, and community support. Through various programs and initiatives, UWNNS aims to improve the lives of individuals and families in Northern Nevada and the Sierra.