Company recognized for second consecutive year in Vegas Inc program

For the second year in a row, Dollar Loan Center has been named a “Best Place to Work” in Southern Nevada. The annual program is sponsored by Vegas Inc, a Greenspun Media Group publication. Dollar Loan Center, which operates 23 stores in Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas, was cited for its commitment to the community in addition to providing employees with a fun and motivating work environment.

“This is an honor we share as a company,” said Dollar Loan Center CEO Chuck Brennan. “We work together as a team and support each other in every way. I am usually the face of Dollar Loan Center when it comes to community giving, but it is something we are all proud to represent.”

Brennan is one of Nevada’s most well-known philanthropists, both personally and through Dollar Loan Center. The company gives hundreds of thousands locally every year, to organizations including Opportunity Village and Henderson Little League. Brennan, a former music industry executive, also founded the Brennan Rock & Roll Academy in his hometown of Sioux Falls South Dakota. He organized the academy’s grand opening this spring and raised $1.2 million for its programs which benefit members of the Sioux Falls Boys & Girls Clubs.

“Charitable giving is a way for us to share our success with others, and show our appreciation for the incredible support Dollar Loan Center has in its communities,” said Brennan.

Vegas Inc also cited valuable company perks like profit sharing as well as an “attitude of gratitude” that makes Dollar Loan Center such a great place to work. “When we feel supported in our work, it shows in the service we provide our customers,” said Brennan. “We want to make someone happy every day and have that opportunity in each of our stores across the country.”

Dollar Loan Center operates nearly 100 stores in Nevada, California, Utah and South Dakota and is the largest provider of short term credit services in Nevada and South Dakota.  The philanthropic company gave $500,000 last year alone to dozens of organizations including Opportunity Village, Henderson Little League, the Lili Claire Foundation, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, the American Heart Association, and Alice and Sheryl Cooper’s Solid Rock Foundation, among many others.

For more information on Dollar Loan Center, call 866-550-4352 or visit www.dontbebroke.com.

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Father’s Day Block Party June 15 from 12pm-5pm

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp is celebrating Father’s Day Saturday, June 15 from 12pm-5pm with the inaugural “Dad’s Rock” Block Party brought to you by Dollar Loan Center in partnership with KOMP 92.3. The party will take place at Rock at Roll Fantasy Camp located at 3485 West Harmon Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89103.

The Father’s Day block party is fun for all ages and will feature raffles, food trucks, a car show, tours of the facility, live rock from different bands and a jam from camp counselors. People will have the chance to win concert tickets, Rock Star for a day gift certificates, and one secret GRAND PRIZE amongst many others. Special guests from the History Channel hit show, American Restoration will also be in attendance. KOMP 92.3 and on air personality, Sweet Al, will be hosting the event and there will be a live broadcast from 2:30pm-4:30pm.

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Las Vegas offers the opportunity for you to jam, rehearse, write, record and perform will top rockers in the industry. They offer four experiences you can choose from including Destination Camps that run 3-5 days with big name Rock Stars, Rock Camp 101 which is a 2 day experience for beginning adults, Rock Star For A Day Experience and a Corporate Team-Building Experience.

For more information visit http://www.rockcamp.com/index.php.

Dollar Loan Center operates nearly 100 stores in Nevada, California, Utah and South Dakota. The company has been voted one of the “Best Places To Work” in Southern Nevada by Vegas Inc magazine 2 years in a row.  For more information, call 866-550-4352 or visit www.dontbebroke.com.

This year, the Las Vegas valley recorded 81 days of 100 + degree temperatures, up from 73 days in 2011. The company continued its tradition of rounding its commitment up to $15,000 for Opportunity Village.

“Dollar Loan Center is the perfect example of a caring, concerned local business that supports the community in which it operates,” said Linda Smith, chief development officer and Foundation associate executive director at Opportunity Village “’The Heat is On’ is a terrific fundraiser. Every day it is over 100 degrees, a cheer goes up at Opportunity Village! We are very grateful for our relationship with Dollar Loan Center and Chuck Brennan. There are three thousand people with disabilities and their families who call them heroes.”

Opportunity Village is one of Brennan’s favorite non-profits. In addition to his $45,000 in donations from the past three “Heat Is On” campaigns, he also supports the charity’s events and even creates his own fun challenges to raise money. In 2011, Brennan pledged $100 for every touchdown his favorite football team, the Oakland Raiders, scored during the regular season.

The team scored 38 touchdowns and Brennan donated $3,800 to Opportunity Village. “It was a great way to cheer on the team and raise money for this great organization,” he said. “Opportunity Village does great work in Southern Nevada. It is a pleasure to help organizations that care so much about our community.”

Opportunity Village is Nevada’s largest not-for-profit organization serving citizens with intellectual disabilities. It provides job training, employment and other important programs and services that enable its clients to live productive, engaged lives.

Brennan has given hundreds of thousands of dollars to community organizations including Opportunity Village and Henderson Little League. In both 2011 and 2012, Brennan was the largest single supporter of both Henderson Little League, which serves more than 600 youth baseball players, and Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Foundation, which helps at risk youth in the Phoenix area.

Brennan is the majority owner of Dollar Loan Center and dontbebroke.com with 75 locations throughout California, Southern Nevada, South Dakota, and Utah.  This year, the company was named a “Best Place To Work” In Southern Nevada by Vegas Inc magazine.  Dollar Loan Center has received several industry awards from their peers for charitable work.  For more information, visit www.dontbebroke.com.

“Dollar Loan Center is all about providing convenience to our broad customer base in Las Vegas,” said Dollar Loan Center CEO Cuck Brennan. “Our friendly staff and great products are now even more accessible to the north east community of Las Vegas.”

This is Dollar Loan Center’s 51^st store. The company, which Entrepreneur Magazine listed among its “Hot 500 Fastest Growing Businesses and Entrepreneurs” in 2007, employs hundreds throughout Nevada, Utah and South Dakota.

“All Dollar Loan Center stores are designed to offer customers friendly services in a comfortable and relaxed environment,” said Brennan. “Our knowledgeable staff can answer any of your questions and help you find the best solution for your short-term financial needs.”

Dollar Loan Center is the largest provider of short term credit services in South Dakota and Nevada with 51 locations throughout the two states and Utah.  The philanthropic stores support dozens of organizations including Las Vegas’ favorite charity, Opportunity Village, and Alice and Sheryl Cooper’s Solid Rock Foundation, among many others. Brennan himself is one of Nevada’s most recognized philanthropists, giving nearly $500,000 annually to charities across the country.

For more information, visit www.dontbebroke.com.

“If there is a ‘best boss in America’ award, Chuck Brennan deserves it,” said Shon McKee, senior manager for Dollar Loan Center. “We got to experience an evening we will never forget and truly live like rock stars for the night.”

Brennan, a long-time rock music lover and former music industry executive, opened the evening with The Doors’ Robby Krieger playing “LA Woman,” followed by “Roadhouse Blues” with actor Val Kilmer, who famously portrayed Jim Morrison in the 1991 movie about the iconic band.

Brennan then introduced comedian-musician Gary Mule Deer, who entertained the audience before they were treated to a musical set that included rock legend Alice Cooper, Jack Blades of Night Ranger and Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac. The trio was accompanied by rock music legends Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer of the band KISS while Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley cheered in the audience. Brennan is long-time friends with the band and can always count on KISS when it comes to help raising money for great charities.

“It was an incredible, star-studded evening and I’m thrilled that everyone had such a good time,” said Brennan, “To be able to raise nearly $300,000 in a matter of minutes is very humbling.”

Over $200,000 of the donations are going directly to Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Foundation. The Phoenix based, non-profit organization provides programs and resources for at-risk teens.  “Chuck and his wife Mary are our biggest contributors and this event is absolutely amazing,” said Cooper, “They need to televise this event each year so everyone can witness it!”

During the evening, Brennan also announced a $20,000 donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in the name of Robby Krieger as well as a $10,000 donation to Rupert’s Kids, the nonprofit organization founded by Survivor’s Rupert Boneham who was also a guest at the event.

Throughout the evening, famed “Speed Painter” Rock Demarco showcased his talents with artwork that was created live at the event and auctioned off for more than $100,000.

“And of course Dollar Loan Center employees got their own surprises during the evening,” said Brennan. “Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer, and Eric Singer helped me give away four brand new KISS Mini Coopers to our staff” said Brennan. “Everyone walks away happy at our annual celebration.  The prizes ranged from $100 in cash to a new car!”

The company has posted a 5 minute highlight video on the Dollar Loan Center YouTube page for public viewing.

Dollar Loan Center is a premier provider of payday loan alternatives in 50 locations throughout Nevada, South Dakota and Utah.  Brennan, the company and its employees gave over half a million dollars last year to charitable organizations across the country.

Dollar Loan Center is the largest provider of short term credit services in South Dakota and Nevada.  In 2007, Entrepreneur Magazine listed the company among its “Hot 500” Fastest Growing Businesses and Entrepreneurs.” For more information, visit http://www.dontbebroke.com.