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10 VETERANS Reporter News www.VeteransReporterNews.com January 1 %u2022 2025Walker Furniture Hosts Luncheon to Celebrate Recipients of 31st Annual %u201cHome for the Holidays%u201d Program%u25a0 V R N Stafi Las Vegas, NV %u2014 On Monday, December 16, 2024, Walker Furniture welcomed community leaders, partners, and supporters to KAOS inside the Palms Casino Resort to announce the 30 recipients of the 31st annual %u201cHome for the Holidays%u201d program. This cherished initiative provides disadvantaged families with a houseful of new furniture, offering comfort and stability during the holiday season.The event, held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., showcased the program%u2019s enduring impact and highlighted the collaborative efforts of community partners. Notable attendees included Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony, newly elected Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley, and esteemed city offi cials such as Brian Knudson, Victoria Seaman, Olivia Diaz, Frances Allen Kalinski, and Nancy Burn.A Celebration of Generosity and HopeMayor Shelley Berkley, just 12 days into her new role, shared heartfelt gratitude for Walker Furniture and the Alterwitz family. %u201cI love the idea that they are helping to change the lives of so many families here in Las Vegas that are having challenges just getting by. Thank you for this incredible, charitable act for the families who call Las Vegas home.%u201dLieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the program%u2019s role in strengthening the Southern Nevada community. %u201cThis event exemplifi es the spirit of generosity and compassion that strengthens Nevada,%u201d he remarked. Anthony also presented Larry and Daryl Alterwitz of Walker Furniture with a special commendation recognizing their dedication to supporting families in need.Brett Moss, the newly appointed committee chair, recounted stories of resilience, such as that of Sharon Cross, a domestic violence survivor who transformed her life through the program%u2019s support. %u201cOne of our nominees this year had the courage to take her kids and leave an abusive situation, creating a safer future for her family,%u201d Moss shared, underscoring the profound difference the program makes.Festive Entertainment and Inspiring HighlightsGuests enjoyed performances by acclaimed entertainer Chadwick Johnson and the Opportunity Village Choir, adding a festive ambiance to the luncheon. A moving video from last year%u2019s program was also featured, showcasing the lifechanging impact on recipient families.A Collaborative EffortThe %u201cHome for the Holidays%u201d program is made possible through partnerships with CenterWell Senior Primary Care, Las Vegas Rescue Mission, Star Nursery, local media outlets, various vendors, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and the Executive Committee. Together, these organizations ensure the program%u2019s success in transforming lives.A Legacy of GivingFounded in 1955, Walker Furniture has been a trusted name in Southern Nevada for nearly seven decades. With a fl agship campus in downtown Las Vegas and a second location in Henderson%u2019s Sunmark Plaza, the company is renowned for its commitment to quality, style, and affordability. Since the program%u2019s inception in 1994, Walker Furniture has provided essential furnishings to hundreds of families, fostering hope and comfort during the holiday season.For more information about Walker Furniture%u2019s products, promotions, and community programs, visit www.walkerfurniture.com or follow the company on Facebook.You can now copy and paste the above text into your Word document.WORLD MARKET CENTERSHOWROOM BUY-OUT$1,000,000of ONE-OF-A-KIND SHOWROOM SAMPLES!for Pennies on the Dollar!Walker Furniture%u2019s Exclusive Million Dollar World Market Showroom Buyout SaleFeaturing ASHLEY, FLEXSTEEL, KINCAID, COASTER, and MORE!Twice a year, Downtown Las Vegas becomes the epicenter of the furniture industry at the World Market Center. This Trade-only, internationally renowned event showcases top manufacturers like Ashley, Norwalk, Global Views, Aspen Home, Flexsteel and more.Walker Furniture leveraged this opportunity to acquire $1 million worth of brand-new showroom collections. These exclusive, one-of-a-kind pieces%u2014from the World Market Center showrooms%u2014are now available to you at a fraction of their value.2 SUPERSTORE LOCATIONS301 S. MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD. LAS VEGAS, NV 89106 671 MARKS ST. HENDERSON, NV 89014MON. - SAT. 10AM-8PM | SUN. 10AM-6PM | 702.384.9300VISIT US AT WALKERFURNITURE.COM80%+OFFSave Up To%u2022 Sofas starting at $197 %u2022 Queen beds from $97 %u2022 Dining sets from $167%u2022 Home Furnishings starting as low as $57World Market Center is not a sponsor, partner, or affiliated with this promotion. *See store for complete details.