Charles River Laboratory gifts $25,000 to Washoe County School District

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Charles River Laboratory is donating $25,000 to support health science programs in the Washoe County School District.

“We are one of the only biopharmaceutical laboratories in the area, and we want to show students what it is like to have a career in the biopharmaceutical industry,” said Danielle Brown, General Manager of Charles River’s Reno location. “By partnering with local high schools and universities, we can showcase to students the career opportunities that exist for them right here in northern Nevada.”

The grant will be gifted in two parts. The first grant in the amount of $12,500 will be donated on April 17, while the second installment of $12,500 will be donated on April 23.

“Support from local industry leaders is vital,” said Sarah Gobbs-Hill, Executive Director of Education Alliance. “Inviting k-12 students to experience local career possibilities is how we build a resilient and thriving northern Nevada.”