Moonridge Group

10/08/2026

Your generosity can make a difference. Put it into action. 💛

This DAF Day, October 8, support a cause you care about. Recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund, make a gift, or explore whether a DAF fits your philanthropic goals.

Interested in starting a donor-advised fund? Moonridge Foundation can help you get started and make giving simple, meaningful, and aligned with what matters to you.

Give with purpose. Support what matters. Turn intention into impact.

10/06/2026

Congratulations to Ivette Fernandez of Sphere Entertainment on her recognition at the Clark County Commission meeting in celebration of Latino Heritage Month! 👏

Ivette was recognized alongside exceptional Latina leaders whose leadership, impact and dedication continue to strengthen our Southern Nevada community.

We are proud to celebrate Ivette and this well-deserved recognition! 💜

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

Fifteen years of bringing people together around a shared belief: philanthropy has the greatest impact when we learn, connect, and lead together.

The 15th Annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit was an opportunity to reflect on how this community has grown — the relationships formed, the ideas exchanged, the lessons shared, and the many people who have helped shape philanthropy across Nevada.

This milestone belongs to every speaker, partner, supporter, and attendee who has contributed their perspective and passion over the years. Thank you for continuing to show up, challenge one another, and invest in the future of our communities.

And a special thank you to Storyville Records for creating this beautiful 15-Year Tribute Video and helping us tell the story of PLS with such care.

Fifteen years behind us, and so much meaningful work still ahead.

09/24/2026

It was an honor to welcome this year’s Moonridge Group Philanthropy Leaders Summit to the University of Nevada, Reno. This year’s theme, “From Intention to Impact,” is a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together around a shared vision and a commitment to the common good. Thank you to our philanthropic community and everyone who joined us!

09/22/2026

New data: Nevada's corporate community is showing up for the causes that matter.

Our 2026 Nevada Corporate Giving Report found that 91.3% of participating organizations consider philanthropic and volunteer engagement "very important" to their company — with 100% saying it matters at some level.

Where is that commitment being directed? Education, community development, and workforce/business development top the list of statewide funding priorities.

This report offers a clear snapshot of how Nevada businesses are investing in the communities they serve. Full findings available now.

Produced in partnership with Applied Analysis.

09/16/2026

Celebrating 15 years of impact! ✨

Join us September 23 for the 2026 Moonridge Foundation Philanthropy Leaders Summit - bringing together philanthropists, corporate and foundation leaders, community partners and young changemakers to explore the future of giving.

This year’s conversations will include:

🔹 Turning Corporate Purpose into Lasting Change with Elizabeth Blau and Jason Smylie
🔹 The Nevada Corporate Giving Report with Brian Gordon
🔹 Local Goes Global in the Middle East with Jenna Morton
🔹 The Power to Empower: Women in Philanthropy with Amber Ezell-Bisiaux and Jan Marson
🔹 Youth Leading Change, moderated by Cooper Sandoval and Jess Molasky, featuring young voices from Las Vegas and Reno

We are also honored to welcome our mistresses of ceremonies, Punam Mathur in Las Vegas and Ila Friedenthal in Reno.

📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ Check-in begins at 11:30 AM
🤝 Networking lunch: 12:00–12:45 PM
🎤 Summit: 12:45–4:30 PM
📍 The Sahara Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno

A heartfelt thank-you to our presenting sponsor, Bennett Family Foundation, and every sponsor and community partner whose generosity makes this statewide gathering possible. Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

Register or learn more at PhilanthropyLeadersSummit.com.

09/10/2026

We’re thrilled to announce Elizabeth Blau, Founder and CEO of Blau + Associates, as a featured speaker at the 2026 Philanthropy Leaders Summit! ✨

A visionary hospitality leader and dedicated philanthropist, Elizabeth will share how businesses can turn corporate purpose into meaningful, lasting change.

She joins an incredible lineup of corporate leaders, philanthropists, community advocates, and young changemakers for a day of inspiring conversations about the future of giving - locally and globally.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
📍 Las Vegas at SAHARA | Reno at the University of Nevada, Reno
🔗 Register now at PhilanthropyLeadersSummit.com

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of impact and explore The Business of Doing Good. 💙💚

09/04/2026

Meet the voices shaping this year’s Philanthropy Leaders Summit! ✨

From corporate purpose and strategic giving to women in philanthropy and youth-led change, this remarkable lineup will bring powerful perspectives from across Nevada and beyond.

Hear from Jason Smylie, Amber Ezell-Bisiaux, Jan Marson, Brian Gordon, Jenna Morton, youth moderators Cooper Sandoval and Jess Molasky, and our inspiring Las Vegas and Reno youth speakers. Guiding us through the day are our incredible mistresses of ceremonies, Punam Mathur and Ila Friedenthal.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
📍 Live from SAHARA Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno
💻 Virtual attendance available

Join us as we turn intention into impact, and celebrate the people moving philanthropy forward.

🎟️ Register at PhilanthropyLeadersSummit.com

08/31/2026

How can businesses turn purpose into meaningful, lasting change?

Jason Smylie, president and owner of Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone, will explore that question at the 15th Annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit. Drawing from his experience leading two nationally recognized brands, Jason will share his perspective on the role businesses can play in strengthening communities and creating impact that extends beyond the workplace.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
📍 Live from SAHARA Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno, with a virtual attendance option

Join us for fresh perspectives, meaningful connections, and conversations that move purpose into action.

🎟️ Register today at PhilanthropyLeadersSummit.com.