Clark County Commissioner William McCurdy II invites community members to attend “An Evening with the Stars of Foster Care,” a special event recognizing the vital contributions of foster families while providing information about foster care opportunities.

The event will take place Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Melvin Ennis Recreation Center, 3720 E. Carey Ave.

“Foster parents are truly the everyday heroes in our community,” Commissioner McCurdy II said. “This event is designed to connect more families with opportunities to make a difference in a child's life while celebrating the incredible work of foster care providers. Clark County is working to build stronger futures for our children and families.”

The evening will feature informational sessions about the foster care process, a panel discussion with experienced foster parents, on-site fingerprinting services for prospective applicants and a complimentary popcorn social.

The event is open to all community members, whether they are considering becoming foster parents, are ready to begin the application process, or simply want to learn more about supporting local foster families. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP in advance. Registration information is available at clarkcountyfostercare.com.

The foster care system in Clark County serves hundreds of children who need temporary or permanent homes while their families work through challenging circumstances.

About Clark County

Clark County is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect and accountability. With jurisdiction over the world-famous Las Vegas Strip and covering an area the size of New Jersey, Clark is the nation’s 11th-largest county and provides extensive regional services to 2.4 million citizens and 45.6 million visitors a year (2022). Included are the nation’s 7th-busiest airport, air quality compliance, social services and the state’s largest public hospital, University Medical Center. The County also provides municipal services that are traditionally provided by cities to 1 million residents in the unincorporated area. Those include fire protection, roads and other public works, parks and recreation, and planning and development.