Foster high-fives a student picking up his gift card

Dining with Dignity

A nonprofit provides dinners to at-risk and houseless youths. Most families are aware that qualifying students attending schools in the Washoe County School District receive two meals per school day, breakfast and lunch, on campus free of charge. But many of these children who live in low-income households still don’t have access to nutritious dinners…

From left, Claudio, Melissa, and Giuseppa Iturriaga present a tray of croissants at Dolce Caffé in Reno. Photo by Shaun Hunter

Life is Sweet

Tucked into Mayberry Landing in Reno is a sweet slice of Italy. Dolce Caffé — or Dolce to regulars — specializes in traditional Italian baked goods and inviting ambience.