Power2Parent marked its 10-year anniversary with a sold-out celebration highlighting a decade of work focused on empowering parents, strengthening families, and protecting kids across Nevada.
Leaders, Candidates, and Community Voices Show Up
The room wasn’t just full. It was filled with people stepping up.
The evening brought together a wide range of community leaders, supporters, and advocates.
Among them were:
- Albert Mack, Republican candidate for Clark County Commission District F.
- George Harris, Republican candidate for Nevada State Senate District 8.
- Dr. Jeff Gunter, Republican candidate for Nevada Congressional District 3.
- Jeff Carter, Republican candidate for Nevada State Treasurer.
- Amy Groves, Republican candidate for Nevada Assembly District 19.
- Erica Neely, Republican candidate for Nevada Assembly District 9.
- Kelly Chapman, Republican candidate for Nevada Assembly District 41.
- Denise Fanning, Republican candidate for Nevada Assembly District 23.
- Jill Douglass, Chairwoman of the Clark County Republican Party and candidate for Nevada Assembly District 37.
Their presence mattered.
It signals that the conversation around parental rights and educational choice is growing – and that more people are willing to stand behind it.
This event wasn’t just about celebrating the past; it was about building what comes next.
And on that note, a special shoutout is owed to Beth Fisher, emcee of the evening and a driving force behind Power2Parent’s mission.
Over the years, she’s helped build the organization into a frontline advocate for parental rights, education choice, and family-centered policy.
Real Impact, Real Stories
The night wasn’t about politics. It was about people.
And few moments captured that better than the recognition of Orlando Aburto, who received the Fatherhood Transformation Award.
Aburto’s story reflects the heart of Power2Parent’s Fatherhood Project. What started as a personal journey turned into something bigger.
Through the program, he didn’t just become more present. He became more engaged, more confident, and more intentional as a father.
As shared during the event, the program doesn’t just help dads. It impacts entire families.
In Aburto’s case, that means four children growing up with a father who is actively leading in their lives.
That’s the kind of ripple effect the organization is aiming for.
As one speaker put it, “We’re not just helping one person. We’re changing generations.”
Investing in the Next Generation
Another highlight of the evening was the recognition of Erin J. Anderson, who received the Empowered Choice Champion Award.
Through her leadership and support, scholarship opportunities have expanded for families seeking education options that better fit their children’s needs.
Power2Parent’s Empowered Choice Scholarship has already helped students access learning environments where they can thrive.
And organizers made it clear this is just the beginning.
Programs That Go Beyond Talk
Throughout the night, speakers outlined the organization’s growing list of programs.
There’s Patriot Camp, which teaches kids about the Constitution and the founding principles of the country in a hands-on way.
There’s the Constitution Bowl, a new academic competition designed to get students engaged in civic knowledge.
There’s the Fatherhood Project, which continues to expand, helping men build stronger families through mentorship, accountability, and support.
And there are the Empowered Choice Scholarships.
These scholarships are helping students access education environments that actually work for them – whether that’s private school, alternative learning, or specialized programs.
Backed by donors and community support, these awards are already changing lives, giving kids opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have.
Each program ties back to one core idea: parents matter.
Not just in theory. In practice.
Looking Ahead
Ten years in, Power2Parent isn’t slowing down.
If anything, the organization is just getting started.
Leaders made it clear their goal is to continue building what they call an “army of parents” — families equipped to advocate for their kids, make informed decisions, and stand firm when it matters most.
And judging by the packed room, the message is resonating.
In a time when many feel disconnected from decisions affecting their families, events like this show there’s still a strong appetite for grassroots involvement and community-driven solutions.
One child at a time. One parent at a time. One family at a time.
That’s how change happens.
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