On behalf of everyone involved with Southern Highlands Boys & Girls Club, now and in the exciting future, it is with gratitude and great pride that we announce the plans for the 21,000-square-foot facility located directly north of Goett Family Park. Owned and operated by Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, in cooperation with Southern Highlands Charitable Foundation, the Club will serve the youth of the surrounding neighborhoods and act as a base for community activities and meetings. The Club will feature youth education and mentoring programs in a state-of-the-art learning center, physical health and development in a large gymnasium, and additional disciplines in a lounge and media center. We are excited to soon be able to offer the youth of today an avenue in which to explore the opportunities of tomorrow.

The Greater Las Vegas After-School All-Stars began in 1995 as the Inner-City Games, when philanthropist and community leader Mrs. Elaine Wynn led the coalition to bring the organization to the at-risk youth of Las Vegas. During the first decade of its service to the community, the organization took more than 100,000 of the city's most needy youth under its wing, providing them with free educational, athletic and cultural programs in a safe and nurturing environment. Now the After-School All-Stars provides at-risk youth the opportunity to participate in sports, educational, cultural, and community enrichment programs; to build confidence and self-esteem; to encourage youth to say "no" to gangs, drugs and violence, and "yes" to hope, learning and life. We would like to thank everyone for their generous support in making this such a wonderful program for the kids.

At Opportunity Village, the Governor's Black-Tie Invitational has benefited hundreds of thousands of dollars to help fund its programs and services. Due to this generous support, a vibrant Art Enrichment program was created, giving hundreds of disabled citizens a chance at a life most take for granted. Today, the programs at Opportunity Village serve as a model for other communities and support talented people with disabilities. The Invitational has also been a cornerstone in funding the newest Opportunity Village campus, extending hope and a helping hand to those who simply want a chance to be productive citizens. In these tough times, Opportunity Village is fortunate to have a friend in Garry Goett and the Governor's Black-Tie Committee. Simply put, they are our heroes.

We are extremely grateful to the committee and sponsors of the Governor's Black-Tie Invitational for helping us provide clothing to Clark County children in need. Your continued support of Operation School Bell has benefited many children who might not have attended school due to the lack of clothes or shoes. The Southern Highlands Charitable Foundation has generously donated $457,500 to date, which allowed us to positively impact 4,750 children with new shoes, two new complete outfits, a warm coat, undergarments, backpack, school supplies, books and grooming kit. The Foundation has made a huge difference in these children's lives. We sincerely thank you.

With over 20 programs, one of our brightest stars is Camp Cartwheel, which welcomes critically ill children and their siblings. This is our oldest program and remains the largest medically supervised camp in the western United States. Camp Cartwheel is a loving community that offers an extraordinary opportunity to influence the lives of young, childhood cancer patients and those with life-threatening illnesses. Camp Cartwheel becomes an intimate group of caring friends who understand each other's needs, hopes, and fears. These similar circumstances bring an understanding and a growth to the inner spirit of these special children. Thank you for helping the NCCF in celebrating our 13th anniversary of the magic of Camp Cartwheel.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Southern Nevada deeply appreciates Southern Highlands Charitable Foundation's generous contributions that have already granted more than 55 magical wishes for children fighting life-threatening medical conditions here in our community. Behind these wishes are brave, courageous children and the families who love them and for whom time is precious. The fulfillment of a child's wish provides respite during a time of pain and suffering, making the ultimate chapter in their lives more meaningful and less painful. The impact on these families is immeasurable, providing hope, strength and joy to everyone the wish touches, along with memories that will last a lifetime. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevada thanks you and your guests most sincerely for sharing in the Power of a Wish®.

Remember being a kid and the excitement of summer camp? For kids with cancer, camp means so much more; most importantly, it means not having to think about being sick. Our special children get to meet new friends who face the same challenges that children affected by cancer experience daily. Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada recognizes the need for a medically supervised overnight camp program for children diagnosed with cancer and their siblings to enhance self-esteem, foster independence, and promote interaction and socialization. In 2008, Southern Highlands Charitable Golf Foundation helped send 85 Candlelighters Children to Camp Firefly. On behalf of the Candlelighters Board of Directors, the staff, and especially our families, we would like to thank everyone involved with the Governor's Black-Tie for your continued support and for believing in our organization.

Dedicated to providing educational opportunities and supporting the local community, the Epicurean Charitable Foundation of Las Vegas is comprised of Nevada hospitality executives formed to share knowledge and fellowship. With the assistance provided by the Governor's Black-Tie Invitational, the Epicurean Charitable Foundation offers college scholarships to Southern Nevada high school graduates interested in pursuing a hospitality career. Thanks to the support of the Governor's Black-Tie Invitational and other charity events, the Epicurean Charitable Foundation has been able to assist Southern Nevada's youth in pursuing hotel management and food-and-beverage degree programs.