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Absolute Dental Reaches a Significant Philanthropic Milestone

In an impressive display of corporate responsibility, Absolute Dental, a leading dental care provider in Nevada, has announced that it is set to surpass a significant fundraising milestone this fall. The dental company has successfully raised $250,000 for the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada, a pivotal nonprofit dedicated to supporting families affected by pediatric cancer. This significant achievement will be celebrated during the upcoming SuperHero 5K event, which is scheduled to take place at the end of September, marking yet another milestone in their ongoing partnership.

Candlelighters has been a pillar of support for families facing the harsh realities of childhood cancer for over 40 years. They provide essential services ranging from financial assistance to emotional support, ensuring that these families have access to the resources they need during their most challenging times. Julie Cotton, the Director of Talent and Community Partnerships at Absolute Dental, emphasized the personal impact of the cause, stating, "This cause is deeply personal to our team. We're honored to stand alongside Candlelighters and the families they serve. Our mission is to change lives—one smile, and one act of support at a time."

This partnership, which commenced in 2019, has included several noteworthy fundraising events aimed at boosting Candlelighters' mission. Some of these events include:

• - Absolute Dental Cares Day in collaboration with Cowabunga Waterparks
• - Dinks to Fight Cancer, a pickleball tournament held at Chicken N Pickle
• - Candlelighters Nights with local baseball teams, the Reno Aces and Las Vegas Aviators

These initiatives not only generate crucial financial support for Candlelighters but also foster community bonds, uniting families, patients, and local partners around a common goal: assisting Nevada’s youngest cancer warriors.

Christina Ramirez, Interim CEO of Candlelighters, expressed deep gratitude for Absolute Dental's steadfast commitment, highlighting, "We're incredibly grateful for Absolute Dental's unwavering support. With the landscape of nonprofit funding becoming increasingly uncertain, direct donations like these are critical to continuing our programs. Every dollar helps us offer hope, stability, and tangible assistance to families when they need it most."

The $250,000 milestone is part of a broader $450,000 cumulative community investment made through Absolute Dental Cares since its inception in 2018. This philanthropic initiative has extended its reach to support uninsured patients, veterans, local dental students, and even members of the Absolute Dental team in need, reaffirming the organization's commitment to extend its services beyond just dental care.

For those seeking more information regarding Absolute Dental's impactful partnership with Candlelighters, Julie Cotton can be reached at 702-779-3668 or via email at [email protected].

About Candlelighters

As the first and oldest organization in Southern Nevada exclusively dedicated to supporting children diagnosed with childhood cancer, Candlelighters has served as a beacon of hope for hundreds of families. Annually, they assist approximately 400 families and 1,200 children, including diagnosed children and their siblings. Over the past decade, Candlelighters has provided nearly $15 million in financial aid, emotional support, and various quality-of-life programs, ensuring that no family faces their journey alone. Their offerings include covering medical bills, rent and mortgage payments, treatment travel expenses, counseling, and providing safe, social opportunities. For further details, visit candlelightersnv.org or follow them on social media (@candlelightersnv on Facebook and Instagram, @Candle_Lighters on Twitter).

About Absolute Dental

As Nevada's premier dental service provider, Absolute Dental prides itself on delivering comprehensive dental care with a focus on quality and compassion. Their commitment to community well-being is encapsulated in their Absolute Dental Cares initiative, which aims to change lives—one smile at a time.

This joint effort between Absolute Dental and Candlelighters signifies how corporate responsibility can create meaningful change, fostering hope in communities that need it most.