LVSC(LVS) Prnewswire·2025-02-04 18:00Core Points - Las Vegas Sands will contribute nearly $350,000 over three academic years to support the National Hispanic Institute's leadership development program for Latino high school students in Las Vegas [1][2] - The new funding builds on a previous three-year grant that helped establish NHI's presence in Las Vegas and supported organizational expenses and student stipends [2] - From 2022 to 2024, Sands Cares funding enabled 97 students to complete NHI's programs, with over 25 returning as volunteers [2] Funding and Program Details - The funding for the 2024-2025 academic year will cover student tuition stipends, travel expenses, recognition ceremonies, a civic project, an organizational fundraiser, and a local administrator [4] - NHI plans to hold a one-day leadership program for eighth graders and publish an annual report for the Las Vegas community [4] Student Development and Impact - NHI's program includes a multi-level leadership training that prepares students for success in public and private sectors [4] - Students participate in various activities, including the Great Debate, Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session, and Collegiate World Series, focusing on communication, governance, and college preparation [3] Corporate Responsibility and Community Engagement - Sands emphasizes its commitment to building a diverse workforce and enhancing community engagement through its Sands Cares program [5] - The company has been recognized for its ESG leadership, being included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for World and North America [9]