LAS VEGAS, May 1, 2023 – Lexicon Bank is proud to announce that Special Olympics Nevada (SONV) has been selected as the May Community Spotlight and that the bank will be sponsoring the upcoming 2023 Southern Nevada Spring Games. 

Special Olympics Nevada is a non-profit organization that provides more inclusive programs to people with intellectual disabilities. SONV has free programs for both youth and adults in the areas of sports, education, leadership development and health. Their mission is to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to achieve their full potential, develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, and experience joy through the power of sports. SONV has served over 2,500 athletes and has sent them to 14 competitions, competing in 7 different sporting events.

The Bank is proud to sponsor the 2023 Southern Nevada Spring Games, which will take place in Las Vegas on May 13th at The Meadows School from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Spring Games will bring together over 1,000 athletes from across the region to compete in a variety of Olympic-type sports, including track and field, swimming, and basketball.

Lexicon Bank’s support is part of the Lexicon Bank Community Spotlight program, a monthly initiative that highlights local non-profit organizations that are making a difference in the Southern Nevada community. 

“We are thrilled to spotlight Special Olympics Nevada this month and to be a sponsor in the 2023 Southern Nevada Spring Games,” said Stacy Watkins, President and CEO of Lexicon Bank. “Giving these athletes a place where they can become fully immersed in their sport while being supported in their growth and development is incredibly important. We are proud to be advocating for their initiative this month.”

To learn more about Lexicon Bank’s community involvement and how to support Special Olympics Nevada, visit lexiconbank.com/community.

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ABOUT SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEVADA 

SONV is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities through sports, education, leadership, and athlete health. The 501(c)3 nonprofit organization offers free year-round training and competition programs for 2,694 athletes who compete in more than 14 competitions in 7 sports annually. Within the Community Sports Program and the Schools Partnership Program, SONV is encouraging the growth of Unified Sports®, bringing together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to play as teammates. In a typical year, SONV impacts more than 21,283 students by promoting inclusion on school campuses. SONV is also committed to improving the overall health and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities through Healthy Athletes events, offering screenings and services free of charge. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the organization was able to convert its programming to virtual platforms to keep people with intellectual disabilities healthy and safe. SONV relies on the support of 1,670 volunteers and funding from individuals, organizations, corporations, and foundations. More information may be found by visiting www.sonv.org and following on Facebook, Twitter (@SONevada), and Instagram (@specialolympicsnv). 

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Lexicon Bank 
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