Collaboration Center Foundation

Please Join Us and Our Amazing Honorees for Night en Blanc 2025! Collaboration Center is excited to announce our 5th Annual Night en Blanc Gala, a premier epicurean food event, under the stars, raising awareness of Collaboration Center’s exclusive disability resource network for individuals and families touched by Intellectual, Developmental, Physical and Learning Disabilities. Visit https://lnkd.in/gJgC6eKy for more information!

Good weather, good food, good music and a good crowd, all coming together for a good cause! Thank you to The PENTA Building Group and the PENTA CARES FOUNDATION for your continuous support! This year’s annual charity poker run was one to remember and the $25,000 raised will help us continue providing free programs and services for our families.

Reminder: Our March Caregiver Support Group session is Monday! ? Caregiving can be challenging, and it’s essential to prioritize your emotional and mental well-being. Join us and Courtney Jordan, LCSW for an insightful session about ‘the masks we wear’. Event Details: ? ??? Date: Monday, March 31 ? ? Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM ? ?? Location: Collaboration Center Campus ? ?? Supervised play available upon request ?? Don’t forget to register! RSVP at https://lnkd.in/ggWsac8b or email us at [email protected]. We can’t wait to see you there! ?? #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #NightenBlanc2025 #NightenBlanc

Board Member Spotlight! ?? Meet our Vice Chair, Shanon Paine-Ayala! ?? With 27+ years of experience in project management and development across the Las Vegas valley, Shanon brings incredible expertise to the Collaboration Center Foundation! Having been connected to individuals with disabilities since childhood, Shanon has supported groups like Best Buddies and Down Syndrome of Southern Nevada. In 2019, she became our inaugural Chairperson and continues to serve with passion as Vice-Chair. Thank you, Shanon, for your vision of making us the hub of the disability world in Las Vegas Valley. Your dedication, alongside your husband Roger and children Izzy and Greyson, inspires us all! ??? Want to support our mission? Join Shanon and the rest of our board at the 5th Annual Night en Blanc on April 25 at 6 p.m. Purchase your ticket or view the silent auction at https://lnkd.in/erUkZcsk. #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #BoardMemberSpotlight #NightenBlanc2025 #NightenBlanc

Feeling lucky to be part of THIS community! ? At the Collaboration Center, we believe the real magic happens when we bring services together in one place for our disability community. Since 2020, our 5-acre campus has been Southern Nevada’s special spot where families connect, individuals with disabilities thrive, and partners collaborate to provide services together. This spring, we’re celebrating our network of support—from our team and board members to our facility partners. Together, we’ve created a place where family support, recreation, therapy, job training and more all happen under one roof! Looking to be part of our community? Learn more at www.collablv.org. #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #StPatricksDay

Thank you FOX5 Vegas - KVVU for having our Executive Director, Cindy Goussak on Studio 5 Live last week to talk all about our upcoming Night en Blanc on April 25 at 6 p.m. Join us for our 5th annual white-themed celebration under the stars! Experience amazing food from some of Las Vegas’ best chefs and browse a wide variety of silent and live auction items. Every dollar helps us provide FREE services to families touched by disabilities: ? We don’t charge for our case management help – the gala makes that possible ? Everything from job training in our new CollabCafé to family support groups ? Fun activities like yoga classes and social events for kids, teens, and adults with disabilities ? Workshops that help support siblings and caregivers How you can support our organization: ? Purchase tickets ($250 or $500) or sponsorships (starting at $3,000) ? Provide silent auction donations or bid on auction items ? Advertise in our gala program (starting at $250) ? Make donations on our website or visit our campus grab-n-go café Learn more and purchase tickets at www.collablv.org. #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #NightenBlanc2025 #NightenBlanc

Board Member Spotlight! ?? Meet our Chairperson, Jill Moser! ?? When it comes to leadership with heart, Jill sets the standard at the Collaboration Center Foundation! As owner of Moser Architect and proud mother to Heidi and William, Jill brings her incredible warmth and hands-on approach to everything she does. Her journey from computer software applications trainer to passionate community volunteer shows her dedication to making a difference. You’ll always find Jill with a smile, chairing our Board of Directors and co-chairing Night en Blanc. Thank you, Jill, for your support and helping us create a welcoming space where everyone feels valued and supported! ??? Want to support our mission? Join Jill and the rest of our board at the 5th Annual Night en Blanc on April 25 at 6 p.m. Purchase your ticket or view the silent auction at https://lnkd.in/erUkZcsk. #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #BoardMemberSpotlight #NightenBlanc2025 #NightenBlanc

SAVE THE DATE: CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP - MARCH 31 Caregivers play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities, but they often face emotional and mental health challenges of their own. Our upcoming Caregiver Support Group offers a dedicated space for connection, reflection, and growth. This month’s session, Courtney Jordan, LCSW will be focusing on ‘the masks we wear’. ?? Monday, March 31 |? 6–7 PM ?? Collaboration Center Campus ?? Facilitated by Courtney Jordan, LCSW ?? Supervised play available upon request ?? Registration is required—RSVP at https://lnkd.in/ggWsac8b or email [email protected]. #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #PathwaysLasVegas #Pathways

It’s World Down Syndrome Day today and what better way to celebrate than to showcase our campus partner, Christopher Smith Foundation ! ? The dedicated team at Christopher Smith Foundation understands that the journey of raising a child with developmental disabilities can sometimes be challenging, which is why they ensure no family walks this path alone. They focus on not only supporting children but also recognizing caregivers and medical professionals, creating a comprehensive circle of care. Visit their new campus location to learn how they're making a difference! Learn more about our partners: https://lnkd.in/g6CTzGBf #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #PathwaysLasVegas #Pathways #HeartHeroes #CampusPartner #CommunitySupport

?? March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! ?? At Collaboration Center, we're celebrating the unique abilities and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities in our community. ?? Did you know? Developmental disabilities include autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, and many other conditions that affect millions of Americans. Our mission is simple: creating a world where EVERYONE belongs! Through our educational programs, social activities, family support services, and vocational training, we're breaking down barriers and building inclusive communities. This month, we invite you to join us in raising awareness and promoting acceptance. Stop by one of our events, consider volunteering, or simply take time to learn more about developmental disabilities. Together, we can make a difference! ?? #CollaborationLV #CollaborationCenter #DisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResources #LasVegasDisabilityResourceNetwork #DisabilityResourceNetwork #LasVegasNonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #SupportLocalNonprofits #PathwaysLasVegas #Pathways