It’s time to recognize the power of giving with the Moonridge Foundation’s 12th annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit on Friday, September 15 in Las Vegas and Reno. The summit theme is “Legacy Philanthropy” and will feature a lineup of speakers with a strong legacy-giving history, as well as new prominent philanthropists creating a long-lasting legacy through giving. The inspiring event will feature opening remarks from Grammy nominated singer songwriter and mental health pioneer Jewel, with a variety of speakers including Pilar Harris, Senior Director of CSR and Government Relations for Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., and Sam Joffray, President & CEO, Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee and more.
“In preparation for the 2023 FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX, it’s been a priority for us to amplify the great work of organizations here in the valley that have a track record of transformative community impact,” said Pilar Harris, Senior Director of CSR and Government Relations for Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. “We care deeply about leveraging the power of sport to bring people together and look forward to creating lasting change in the next decade and beyond.”
This year’s speaker line-up will also feature inspirational local leaders who have had an instrumental family history in Nevada philanthropy such as Donald Carano II, Director of Community Relations and Responsible Gaming of The ROW; Calgary Avansino, Co-President and Executive Director of the E.L. Wiegand Foundation; Christina Ellis, Vice President of Development for Ellis Island Casino & Brewery, Village Pubs, and Mt. Charleston Lodge; and Jess Molasky, Principal and Project Manager at Ovation. More speakers are soon to be announced.
“The Moonridge Foundation has experienced the remarkable influence of the summit on philanthropy and social impact across Nevada for more than a decade,” said MaryGrace Rendina, Senior Program Director for the Moonridge Group. “This year will showcase a wealth of new ideas, breakthrough innovations, inspiring speakers, all while upholding our commitment to uplifting philanthropy and driving its powerful impact across the state.”
Attendees will be able to participate and learn from panels focusing on “next generation” philanthropists, sports, and casino philanthropists, in addition to well-known Nevada families carrying on a legacy of giving back.
The summit will shine a light on how corporations and foundations are honoring the past and looking to the future through their giving practices. New to the event, in collaboration with Nevada Business Magazine, two individuals from Northern Nevada and two individuals from Southern Nevada will be honored with the Trailblazing Philanthropist of the Year Award. The award will honor the work of the trailblazing philanthropy in Nevada.
Ahead of the Inaugural Trailblazing Philanthropist of the Year Awards being presented at the summit, the Moonridge Group is accepting nominations. To nominate a company, foundation, or individual philanthropist who has made a difference in the Nevada community, please click here. Deadline to nominate is August 11. The winners will be recognized at the summit both in Reno and Las Vegas and will be showcased in Nevada Business Magazine’s December publication.
Moonridge Foundation has hosted the Philanthropy Leaders Summit for the past 11 years – bringing hundreds of philanthropists, donors, corporate funders and family foundations together to drive strategic impact through generous charitable contributions. The active participation of Nevada’s corporate funders, leaders of family foundations, and individual philanthropists assumes a crucial role in driving strategic initiatives related to charitable giving.
“This year’s summit is dedicated to shedding light on the enduring legacies of corporate giving in our state with attendees leaving with a fresh sense of inspiration to philanthropic initiatives,” Rendina continued. “Whether you’re joining us in person or remotely, it’s important to reflect on the profound and lasting legacy that can be created through the act of giving.”
This event is made possible by Sponsors and Collaborative Partners: Bennett Family Foundation, Zappos for Good, Aristocrat, GHA San Manuel Gaming & Hospitality Authority/PALMS, JGS Group, NV Energy Foundation, Brownstein, JP Morgan Chase & Co., MGM Resorts International, The Abbi Agency, Bank of America, Nevada Museum of Art, Vegas PBS, City National Bank, Community Foundation of Northern Nevada, Compassionate Las Vegas, EDAWN, Inspiring Children’s Foundation, Intermountain Health, Lexicon Bank, Microsoft, Nevada Business Magazine, PBS Reno, Philanthropy Southwest, Renown Health, Subaru of Las Vegas, Wells Fargo, Alex Benna & Chrissy Menicucci Benna, Dickson Realty, The Ellis Family, Mulvaney Family Fund, and SHARE Village Las Vegas.
The summit will take place on Friday, September 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. PST in Las Vegas at the Zappos Headquarters; in Reno at the Nevada Museum of Art; and a virtual option is available. There will be a morning breakfast and networking event an hour prior from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. PST. General Admission tickets are priced at $95 per person. Registration is available online at https://www.philanthropyleaderssummit.com
To stay up to date on the Philanthropy Leaders Summit, “like” Philanthropy Leaders Summit on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter by following @PhilanthropyLS and using the hashtag #PLS2023.
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About Moonridge Group: Moonridge Group, a philanthropy consulting firm, provides guidance to help funders achieve the greatest social impact. The experienced team at Moonridge Group works with corporate funders, individual philanthropists, and Family Foundations in Nevada and California. Founded in 2011 by one of Nevada’s leading social entrepreneurs, Julie Murray, Moonridge Group has successfully advised many organizations including Bennett Family Foundation, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Milagro Foundation, Westgate Hotel & Casino, Hard Rock Lake Tahoe, Cirque du Soleil and their ONE DROP Foundation, NV Energy, Paragon Gaming, Caesars Entertainment, The City of Las Vegas Mayor’s Fund, Jameson Fellowship, Nevada Medical Center/Hope Means Nevada, Greater Good Council, and Nevada Corporate Giving Council to name a few. For more information about Moonridge Group, please visit moonridgegroup.com or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.
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