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ANDREA L. “ANDEE” HOIG

Why corporate philanthropy and small business service to community matters

One of my favorite publications produced by ALH Media is our annual Giving Guide. I started covering nonprofit events and news over 35 years ago, photographing thousands of charity events and interviewing business leaders, entrepreneurs, owners, nonprofit executives and volunteers who truly do extraordinary work in the Omaha metro.

Companies’ philanthropy and community engagement are significant and complementary aspects of responsible business practices and play crucial roles in shaping the social fabric and well-being of society. While corporations and small businesses differ in size and resources, their commitment to community service reflects a shared dedication to positive impact. Here’s why it matters:

1. Strengthens community ties

Corporate and small business giving fosters strong relationships with the people of the community. Small businesses often serve as the backbone of communities, and their active engagement fosters a sense of belonging and solidarity. Larger corporations, with their broader reach, can amplify this impact by supporting multiple communities across regions.

2. Addresses local needs

One of the key reasons why small businesses and corporations participate in philanthropy is to address local needs. They understand the unique challenges and opportunities in their communities and tailor their activity accordingly. Whether it’s sponsoring youth sports teams, donating to food banks or providing scholarships, businesses play a vital role in meeting needs close to home.

3. Reflects responsibility and reputation

Philanthropy and community service signify that businesses are committed to more than just financial gains. These types of initiatives enhance a company’s reputation and can enhance its standing in the eyes of consumers, employees and investors.

4. Promotes employee engagement and satisfaction

Companies of all sizes can benefit from increased employee engagement and satisfaction when they actively participate in community service. Employees appreciate working for organizations that give back to society, and opportunities to volunteer or support charitable causes can be personally fulfilling.

5. Supports local economic growth

Small businesses are often integral to the economic growth of their communities. Their community service stimulates local economies and contribute to job creation and economic stability. Corporations, on the other hand, can have a broader economic impact by backing initiatives that promote education, job training, and entrepreneurship in communities they operate in.

6. Fosters collaboration and partnerships

Philanthropic efforts by businesses often lead to collaborations and partnerships with local nonprofits and community organizations. These partnerships can be mutually beneficial, helping businesses achieve their philanthropic goals while also assisting nonprofits in fulfilling their missions.

7. Sets an example

Large and small businesses both serve as role models within their communities and industries. When they prioritize philanthropy and community service, they inspire others to follow suit. Their actions encourage compassion, kindness and a culture of giving back.

In summary, corporate philanthropy and small business service to the community matter because they represent a commitment to making a positive impact beyond the bottom line. Regardless of size, businesses have the power to be forces of good in their communities, facilitating a more prosperous and caring society.

We hope you enjoy this issue, which features businesses making a difference and demonstrates why philanthropy and service to community matters. And, of course, we invite you to dive in and learn about the array of area nonprofits and their signature events.

Thank you for all that you do for our community!

Gratefully,

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Corporate giving makes it possible for businesses to make an impact in their communities beyond the products or services they provide. This support can be financial, such as event sponsorship, a direct donation from the company, or pooled donations from employees.

It can also be in the form of employee volunteerism or board and committee service, and some organizations even host fundraising events that directly benefit nonprofits. Some excellent examples of companies giving back are featured ahead.

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Philanthropy Q&A

MARY E. VANDENACK

“For it is in giving that we receive.” ~ Saint Francis of Assisi

Can you tell us about your company's philosophy and motivations behind corporate philanthropy and giving back to the community?

We live in an amazing community that has been good to us as a business and personally to those who work for us. We believe our role in the community extends beyond the services we provide. Our core values include being actively engaged in our community to have a positive impact.

How do you believe corporate philanthropy contributes to your company's overall mission and values?

Our core values are people, excellence, service, community, innovation, wellness, accountability, industry forefront, diversity and integrity. Philanthropy connects with all of these values because it is about creating long term-value for the company and the community.

What role does employee involvement play in your corporate philanthropy efforts, and how does it impact your workforce's morale and engagement?

We ask our employees to actively participate in choosing organizations to support and to identify how we can support them. We recently learned that we can do a cooking class at the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in Omaha, which we plan to have our entire group do in early 2024. We look for similar activities that bring us together and support the community.

How does your company choose which charitable causes or community organizations to support, and what criteria do you use for selection?

As a business that deals with trusts and estates, we see how often families lose family members to heart issues and cancer. We have been longtime supporters of nonprofits related to cancer including American Cancer Society and Nebraska Cancer Coalition. We have also been longtime supporters of American Heart Association.

Mary E. Vandenack, Managing Partner

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What advice do you have for other businesses looking to initiate or enhance their corporate philanthropy programs?

Establish a philanthropy program that engages employees, which will strengthen morale and engagement. I recommend private foundations give some level of decision-making to even the youngest grandchild. The same is true for corporate philanthropy. Establish guidelines about what your organization will support, then let employees actually decide on specific organizations and activities.

How do you view the long-term sustainability and impact of your corporate philanthropic efforts on both your company and the communities you serve?

Sustainability of philanthropy is about whether activities contribute to systemic or structural improvements to the issues that we seek to address. Many of the organizations we support have been around a long time and have proven track records. With that said, we do consider newer nonprofits.

Can you highlight any partnerships or collaborations that have arisen from your philanthropic activities and how they have contributed to achieving your giving back goals?

Our recent support of retinitis pigmentosa research with University of Nebraska is likely to have significant impact on seniors. We are very aware of how the loss of sight and hearing affects the aging population. While this effort was just implemented in 2023, we believe that the research at University of Nebraska will have positive impact on vision in the future.

What is your vision for the future of your company's corporate philanthropy and community engagement initiatives?

Our vision is to continue to engage in philanthropy in a manner that will have impact in the areas that we have witnessed as significantly affecting the lives of our clients. As an organization engaged in estate planning, we routinely see the effect on families from mental health and illness. We have also witnessed elder abuse. While there are many causes worthy of support, we want to provide support in a way that has impact.

Philanthropy Q&A

WENDY WISEMAN

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” ~ Coretta Scott King

Can you tell us about your company’s philosophy and motivations behind corporate philanthropy and giving back to the community?

While we have clients across the nation, Omaha has been our home base for nearly 35 years. Giving back to this generous, supportive community is endemic to us. It’s as much a passion as it is a responsibility. So many organizations here are making a difference and for us to give our time, talents and marketing expertise to them is our privilege.

What specific initiatives or projects has your company been involved in as part of its corporate philanthropic efforts?

At nearly 35 years old, our company has contributed thousands of dollars in corporate philanthropic contributions, and we can list more than 100 organizations that we’ve supported. We’ve completely rebranded several, helping get to mission, vision, values, naming and logo. We’ve consulted on organizational strategies and planning to meet business goals. We’ve developed integrated marketing plans to stimulate donations, and we’ve helped write grant applications.

How do you believe corporate philanthropy contributes to your company’s overall mission and values?

People want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. As a firm, when we make a point to look outward and give to our community, this creates the opportunity for people to work in a culture that advocates for work-life balance, appreciates talent and dedication, and allows for the application of their marketing knowledge and experience in spaces that help others in our community.

In what ways do you measure the success and effectiveness of your corporate philanthropy initiatives?

We set goals with the organizations we support. Those goals may include increasing brand awareness, increasing contributions or inspiring advocacy. As with all of our efforts, we set measurable goals and check performance against them frequently.

Wendy Wiseman, President and CEO Constellation Collective, powered by Zaiss & Co.

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How does your company choose which charitable causes or community organizations to support, and what criteria do you use for selection?

Often, because of our reputation, organizations solicit our help. They may ask us to serve on their boards and/or pursue a branding or development project. Other times, our clients ask us to join in their support of a cause with monetary contributions. We choose to work with organizations whose work inspires us because of the outcomes.

How do you view the long-term sustainability and impact of your corporate philanthropic efforts on both your company and the communities you serve?

Every effort to serve others, no matter how small, has an impact that lasts longer than one might imagine, and that impact is multifaceted. Within our company, we gain the fulfillment inherent in knowing we applied our experience to making a difference, and this propels us into the future to keep on doing that.

What is your vision for the future of your company’s corporate philanthropy and community engagement initiatives?

Constellation Collective will always support nonprofits in our community, particularly as need increases. Historically, the agency principals have been the ones to serve or be the front person for organizations we serve. Today and in the future, front-line participation will be the purview of anyone on staff with the passion to serve.

A Champion for Health and Well-being Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

PURPOSEFUL IMPACT

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) is not only a provider of health insurance, the company is also a champion for the overall health and well-being of its members— and their towns, cities and counties—throughout the state, President and CEO Jeff Russell said.

“It always comes back to how our people care, not only for the work they do every day to improve the health and well-being of our members, but the communities we serve,” Russell said. “Whether that’s here in the metro area or across the state of Nebraska, that matters to our people, both in terms of the dollars they’re able to give individually and the dollars we’re able to give corporately, through volunteer hours and the boards they serve on. It’s just embedded in who we are.”

The company has a long list of giving examples. For instance, BCBSNE supports United Way of the Midlands through Team Blue’s participation in a variety of in-person and virtual fundraising activities, along with pledging funds to support the nonprofit; since 2020, BCBSNE has raised over $1.1 million for United Way’s mission. Each year, BCBSNE sponsors Nebraska Lions Foundation’s Mobile Screening Unit; last year, 37,000 children were screened for vision and hearing loss at no cost. In collaboration with YMCA and Hy-Vee Pharmacy, BCBSNE also helps vaccinate hundreds of Nebraskans against influenza, also for free. Another example: BCBSNE participates in Food Bank for the Heartland’s Strike Out Hunger Campaign, supplying 32,657 meals for individuals and families this year alone. And later this year,

BCBSNE will partner with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands and Lincoln to address the youth mental health crisis.

Employees can champion causes with personal meaning, too. In honor of Volunteer Awareness Month in April, 73 employees volunteered at eight different organizations. A gift-matching program also amplifies personal donations to qualifying nonprofits. In 2022, BCBSNE matched more than $7,000 in donations to 33 organizations.

“Giving and giving back has been an important part of our culture for 80-some years,” Russell said. “We support our employees around community engagement in a number of ways; it comes back to time, treasure and talent.”

The company’s collective giving activity benefits a broad sector of nonprofit and community organizations, said Director of Diversity and Inclusion Jay Warren-Teamer.

“We don’t have a predetermined list of agencies we work with or any eligibility that determines who we won’t work with; it’s just really about how we extend our mission of health and wellness for Nebraskans,” she said. “We do have some key partners that help us execute that…I think what has stayed consistent is that investment in health and wellness. That has always been a priority for us.”

BCBSNE has also supported education and workforce development in several ways, beginning with a long association with Conestoga Elementary School (Omaha Public Schools), serving hundreds of students through an annual

school supply drive. The organization also supports Umonhon Nation Public Schools (Macy, Nebraska) through community engagement initiatives, such as a $5,000 donation last summer toward safety equipment for students using a new recreational complex. BCBSNE also initiated Ignite Nebraska in 2021 and served as its first employer partner. Ignite Nebraska works to solve challenges facing community members and businesses by providing career pathways and building a diverse talent pipeline, advancing workforce equity by opening the door to career opportunities previously inaccessible to some due to systemic inequalities.

“What started out as a homegrown pilot within the walls of BCBSNE has now expanded into a standalone nonprofit that is recruiting other companies that participate as well,” WarrenTeamer said.

BCBSNE’s team always has an eye on a bigger picture, Russell said.

“I think organizations have an obligation, but also an opportunity to make things better than they found it,” he said. “I have a poster on my wall: ‘Focus on Impact.’ That impact is not only the impact that we make internally with each other and our customers, but also our communities. And that impact matters. If you look at the history of any community, particularly this one, the impact of individuals and corporations—literally on the landscape, but also on the social fabric of the community—matters… I believe that businesses can be a force for good, and that we have that opportunity to do that and can really make a difference.”

“BCBSNE’S team always has an eye on the bigger picture. I think organizations have an obligation but also an opportunity to make things better than they found it.”

–Jeff Russell, President & CEO

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

(402) 982-7000 | nebraskablue.com

Established in 1939

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: GRETCHEN TWOHIG, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER AND CORPORATE SECRETARY; JONI WHEELER, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, TALENT AND ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS; CHAD WERNER, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER; JEFF RUSSELL, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER; RON ROWE, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER; SUSAN COURTNEY, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS AND CLINICAL EFFECTIVENESS

A Part of Something Bigger Harrison Financial Services

HELPING FAMILIES BUILD A BETTER LIFE, LEGACY AND COMMUNITY

Harrison Financial Services is a premier financial planning and wealth management firm serving successful families and business owners. HFS is also a “purpose-driven” organization, owner/founder Tim Harrison said.

“Our purpose is to help families build a better life, legacy and community,” he said.

Closely related is an organizational commitment to making meaningful contributions to the community through multiple channels like volunteerism and fundraising.

“I ask everyone on our team to pick a purpose they are passionate about and get involved in it, try to make a mark,” Harrison said. “I feel it’s very important for everybody to feel like they’re a part of something bigger than themselves, and to be service-minded… How do you do that? A key component is giving back and helping their families be good stewards of their wealth.”

Examples of the company’s collective giving and individual team members’ participation abound. For instance, HFS Director of Investments Jack McKeegan served as Corporate Walk Chair for the 2023 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Nebraska Light The Night fundraising event. And HFS hosts a casino event that has raised more than $250,000 for LLS over the last five years.

“Since he was first diagnosed ten years ago, my family and I have joined the fight with so many to create a future where cancer is eradicated,” said Jamie Herbert, a local business community leader; his son is a leukemia survivor whose treatment protocol resulted from research that organization funded. “Jack, Tim, and the entire team at HFS have been instrumental in our work locally to raise awareness and funds. Jack joined the LLS Nebraska Board of Trustees a few years ago. He has worked tirelessly to find innovative ways to raise funds. HFS has turned ‘Casino Night’

into one of the premier events in the city, raising funds for LLS. Jack last year chaired the Light the Night Leadership Committee. He and the team are the epitome of community engagement.”

Another example of HFS’s community involvement is its relationship with Sammy’s Superheroes Foundation, said Erin Nahorny, a founding member of the foundation’s board of directors. HFS has embraced the nonprofit’s mission wholeheartedly through its ongoing support and its affiliation with financial services company Northwestern Mutual as a founding member of its Private Client Group; Northwestern Mutual has raised more than a million dollars toward childhood cancer over the last decade. An important tie to HFS is that Sammy’s Superheroes, which has donated to research projects across the country, is based in Columbus, Nebraska.

“Sammy’s Superheroes was founded after our son, Sammy, was diagnosed with stage 4, highrisk neuroblastoma in the summer of 2012. We officially started as a nonprofit in March of 2013 after our friends had been selling T-shirts locally at high school football games. Sam didn’t respond well to treatments at first and we had to start researching clinical trials all over the country. That is when we became aware of the devastating lack of research funding for childhood cancer and made it our mission to change that for other families in the future,” Nahorny said. “Northwestern Mutual’s commitment to the cause of fundraising for childhood cancer research, both on a national and local basis, gives hope to families for a future filled with better and less invasive treatments and hopefully, someday, a cure.”

Harrison Financial Services has been active in giving since the company began 25 years ago, supporting nonprofit and community

organizations over the years with team members’ expertise and volunteer hours as well as scholarship and event sponsorship and other financial support. Harrison said that his company’s giving efforts have shifted somewhat in response to community needs at any given time. He also now works more strategically to involve younger team members in board and committee service and usher in the next generation of leaders.

Although the company has supported a wide variety of causes from health and wellness to youth and families, Harrison said, there are some areas of special interest such as mental health and wellness; the company has supported The Kim Foundation for years. Another focus is education, both financial education and education in general, which Harrison said are common elements in helping individuals improve their lives and— ultimately—the community. Harrison and his wife, Traci, have funded a full-ride scholarship for over a decade at the University of Nebraska Omaha’s College of Business Administration; both are UNO graduates and have been part of various university advisory boards and now serve as trustees for the university. Harrison has even been named a Distinguished Alumni. The couple have also served in board positions through the years including for Salvation Army, Completely Kids, United Way and some private charitable foundations. The Harrisons see their personal efforts as both giving back and leading by example.

“Omaha is a special place because of our people and the spirit of gratitude and mentorship that exists here,” Harrison said. “Many people have provided us opportunities and I feel it is our opportunity now to pay it forward and be good stewards of this community that has been so good to us.”

“Omaha is a special place because of our people and the spirit of gratitude and mentorship that exists here.”

–Tim Harrison, HFS Founder

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Community foundations play a pivotal role in philanthropy and community development by mobilizing and stewarding resources to address community needs and support positive change. Some key activities and services of community foundations include raising and managing funds from individuals, families, businesses and other organizations; investing strategically to generate additional funding; and distributing grants to local nonprofits and community organizations or projects. They help donors achieve their philanthropic goals through donor-advised funds, planned giving options, and charitable giving strategies; and help local nonprofits become more effective and sustainable.

Community Foundations also help facilitate dialogue and initiatives, especially in an effort to solve complex local challenges; assess the needs of the community; and raise awareness about philanthropy and community issues, educating individuals and organizations about local needs and opportunities. Overall, community foundations bridge donors and the local community, help to connect resources with pressing needs, and contribute to the well-being and vitality of their communities.

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A Letter from Donna Dostal

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN IOWA

Where giving grows.

Helping you create lasting, durable impact drives the mission of the Community Foundation for Western Iowa. We are honored to work with folks just like you who wish to create lasting change that builds communities and helps broaden the reach of their charitable spirit. In 2023, the charitable spirit of our donors and supporters helped to generate amazing community impact across the region, and we invite you to celebrate with us. Together, our acts of generosity, regardless of the size, make big things happen!

Amazing donor impact At the Community Foundation for Western Iowa, we work with donors in a variety of innovative ways to create donorcentered solutions that help create lasting, positive impact. Through donor advised funds, scholarships, agency endowments and legacy giving, donors are able to make an impact today and also pave the way for a better future in western Iowa. In 2023, over $4.5 million in grants were awarded through the Community Foundation. These grants support the amazing work of nonprofits across our region, state, nation and the world. Your generosity makes this impact possible and demonstrates the tremendous culture of philanthropy we enjoy here in western Iowa.

SHARE Iowa connects communities Over the past year, more than 250 nonprofit organizations across the nine counties of western Iowa started utilizing Share Iowa, a free dynamic online engagement platform, to better engage and communicate with the communities they serve. Catrina Trabal, our Community Partnerships Manager, was very busy in 2023, holding trainings, working with nonprofits, and growing a network of philanthropic support for the good work these amazing organizations do every day. Also in 2023, Share Iowa was the community hub for Giving Tuesday 712, our region’s day of giving, providing communication support, templates for outreach, and fund development strategies for our nonprofit partners. Your generosity resulted in over $1.5 million in nonprofit support during this day of giving, and we congratulate everyone on the impact this giving will create! The Community Foundation was the headquarters for Giving Tuesday 712 this year, and we are truly grateful to the Charles E. Lakin Foundation for providing generous support for the Share Iowa platform, and Katelman Steel Fabrication of Council Bluffs for being our Giving Tuesday Presenting Sponsor for 2023.

IMPACT Summit and Women’s Fund of Southwest Iowa On September 26, the Community Foundation for Western Iowa and the Women’s Fund of Southwest Iowa Steering Committee welcomed nearly 450 women (and men!) to the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs for a day filled with inspiration, excitement and energy for the second IMPACT

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for Women Summit. This biennial event featured four dynamic speakers: Rebecca Bender; Lakelyn Hogan Eichenberger, Ph.D.; Tamara Brunow Kowal; and six-time Olympic gold medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee.

Additionally, the Women’s Fund Steering Committee was delighted to announce its 2023 grant recipients during the event. The Fund awarded $100,270 to 10 nonprofit organizations during its 2023 granting cycle.

Celebrating community through Impact Grants

The Community Foundation Impact Grants Committee, a group of county residents and board members, helped to award 39 Community Impact Grants totaling $64,844.89 to nonprofit and city organizations throughout Pottawattamie County in early 2023. The Community Foundation received a record 74 grant proposals totaling $302,933 in project requests, with total project budgets combined at an astonishing $14 million dollars, signifying the incredible work that is being done in the cities throughout Pottawattamie County. Individual grant awards for this year’s funding cycle ranged from $500 to $5,000 to benefit innovative and meaningful projects that align with the Foundation’s mission to improve the lives of all county residents.

Helping to Make IT Happen On June 22, 2023, community nonprofit leaders from across the region completed the in-class portion of Make IT Happen, our proprietary, donor-centered learning program designed to build practical fundraising and development knowledge.

Congratulations to the following nonprofit organizations as we celebrate their valuable, life-affirming work across western Iowa: Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa, Charles E. Lakin Human Services Campus, Habitat for Humanity, Learning for ALL, Wings of Hope Cancer Support Center, New Visions Homeless Services, Historical Society of Pottawattamie County, Southwest Iowa Families, and Lewis Central Education Foundation.

At the Community Foundation for Western Iowa, we are honored to be your partner in giving, and we thank you for helping to create lasting impact in our region. Your generosity shows us time and again that communities of western Iowa thrive when you give where we live!

Sincerely,

Donna Dostal • President and CEO

The Community Foundation for Western Iowa is your connection to creating a lasting legacy and ensuring our communities are strong, vibrant, and attractive for years to come. We provide a highly personalized plan tailored to each individual or family’s charitable goals, financial interests, and desired impact.

In 2023, the Community Foundation and its investors awarded more than $4.5 Million in grants throughout our region.

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Executive Director: Diane Knicky • Board President: Rick Iska

The mission of Midlands Community Foundation (MCF) is to be a catalyst for lasting impact in Sarpy and Cass counties and to give opportunities to organizations and individuals to pursue their charitable goals. We accomplish this mission through our grants, discretionary giving and match programs and the establishment of charitable funds.

MCF’s Board of Directors is comprised of 22 members who reside or work in Sarpy and/or Cass counties. Each brings a high degree of involvement, valuable insight, and guidance to MCF and its focus to assist with community development by improving and enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Sarpy and Cass counties.

MCF hosts two annual fundraising events that benefit Sarpy and Cass counties, the MCF Golf Tournament and the Reflection Ball. Net proceeds from both events help fund our bi-annual grants program, which provides an opportunity for not-for profit charitable organizations to secure financial assistance to help support their missions.

As a public charity, MCF promotes and provides an opportunity to donors—both organizations and individuals—to invest in the power of community by facilitating charitable giving through the establishment of nonprofit charitable funds. MCF currently has more than 160 charitable funds under its umbrella.

With our bi-annual grants program, monthly discretionary gifts, and charitable funds, we contributed more than $2.8 million to charitable causes in our last fiscal year.

Since 2014, MCF also has offered a year-end matching charitable program which provides a percentage of matching funds for new contributions made to existing and newly created Affiliate, Designated, Donor Advised, Field of Interest, and Scholarship funds. The program helps stretch charitable donations, raises awareness for MCF’s funds and their missions, and encourages contributions from current and new donors.

We are proud to report that in FY 2023, 92% of every dollar donated to MCF directly supported programming. MCF’s growth is attributed to thousands of supporters who have donated to one of our charitable funds, served on our Board or one of our volunteer committees, attended and/or sponsored our events, or one of the other countless ways that our community has helped to foster our continued work.

MCF prides itself on being a trusted, compassionate and permanent community resource for those who have received grants from us and who have created charitable funds. It is our goal to identify current and emerging issues, channel resources to address the communities’ needs, and help Sarpy and Cass counties prepare for the future.

To learn more about MCF and our programs, please visit www.midlandscommunity.org.

Diane Knicky, Executive Director Midlands Community Foundation

The 50 Mile March Foundation empowers local Veterans facing mental health challenges and homelessness by fostering a community of hope and relentless support. FranNet is humbled to participate, and proud to have walked 150 miles / 360,000 steps in support of the 50 Mile March's mission

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Learn all about area nonprofits in the section ahead: their missions, their leadership, who they help and how they serve, what needs they have, and how you can support them with your time, talent and treasure. This section also includes images representing each nonprofit’s activities or services, and information on how to connect with them.

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The 50 Mile March Foundation empowers veterans facing mental health challenges and homelessness by fostering a community of hope and relentless support.

3808 S 194th St., Omaha, NE 68130 (402) 708-6597 | https://www.50milemarch.org

Established in 2020 | Serving the Omaha metro area

Our Impact: Suicide

22 VETERANS A DAY COMMIT SUICIDE, LESS THAN 50% RECEIVE MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT

Homelessness

FOR EVERY 1,000 VETERANS, 8 OF THEM ARE HOMELESS. THERE ARE OVER 150 HOMELESS VETS IN NEBRASKA (2021)

50 Mile March Foundation

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

We are raising awareness and funds to support local nonprofits and the community of hope that supports veteran mental health challenges and veteran homelessness.

Giving Opportunities

Our 50 Mile Marchers raise awareness and funds. Every walker pledges to raise $2,500 during a 6-month period leading up to the 50 Mile March. Businesses have the opportunity to sponsor the event at different levels.

Volunteer Opportunities

• We are looking for volunteers to drive RVs, and for hospitality and foot care teams. The commitment is for 30 hours on August 24 & 25.

• We also need volunteers to support the Landing at Nebraska Brewing Company on August 25.

• There are many opportunities to get involved.

Our veterans fought for our freedom; they shouldn’t have to fight for a roof over their head or their next meal. This is a great opportunity to rally a community and help transform lives.

~ Jay Miralles, CEO

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Jay Miralles CEO & Co-Founder

Joe Wilson Board President

Kim Kavulak Treasurer

Jerry Teeter Board Member

Brianne Schuler Board Member

Martin Apprich Board Member

Adam Cassidy Board Member

Theresa McClatchey Board Member

A unified network of business and community leaders seeking to influence change in heartland communities to better education, increase workforce retention, and grow the economy.

2120 S 72nd St., Suite 800, Omaha, NE 68124 (402) 554-9600 | https://www.aksarben.org

Established in 1895 | Serving Nebraska and Western Iowa

Our Impact: Over $1M

OVER $1M IN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED ANNUALLY SO STUDENTS CAN ATTEND THE NEBRASKA COLLEGE/ UNIVERSITY OF THEIR CHOICE

Over $65M

HAS BEEN AWARDED TO COMMUNITIES ALL ACROSS THE STATE IN AKSARBEN COMMUNITY GRANTS

10,000

NEARLY 10,000 FAMILIES HAVE BEEN RECOGNIZED WITH AN AKSARBEN FARM FAMILY AWARD CELEBRATING CENTURY/GREATER FARMLAND OWNERSHIP

Our Leadership:

Aksarben Foundation

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Honoring who we've been, celebrating who we are, and supporting where we're going as a state are all important aspects of the Aksarben mission. What Nebraska needs more than anything is a developed and strengthened workforce. Aksarben is dedicated to supporting and nurturing workforce development and talent retention through its various initiatives, both by industry and by region, as well as its legacy initiatives of scholarships, community grants and farm family recognition, to accomplish this important work across the state. By working together, we can accomplish more and help Nebraska be the best place to live, work and start a business.

Giving Opportunities

Donations may be made to the Aksarben Foundation and directed toward the program of your choice to be

used in support of any Aksarben initiative. To learn more about the work of the Aksarben Foundation, please visit www.aksarben.org.

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Wish List

• Donations

• Like, share, and follow Aksarben on social media

• Tell us YOUR Aksarben story!

Aksarben has been proudly convening leaders all across Nebraska for over 128 years, taking on the toughest challenges and making a difference.

~ Sandra Reding, President

Aksarben Foundation Governors

Jerry Adams

Leslie Andersen

Mickey Anderson

Dana C. Bradford

Ted Carter

Michael S. Cassling

Patrick L. Dees

Nathan P. Dodge

Dr. Jeffrey Gold

Jamie Gutierrez

Mark Hesser

Terry Kroeger

C.L. Landen III

Clark Lauritzen

John H. Nelson

Aksarben Foundation Councillors

Kyle Arganbright

Matt Dinsdale

Alicia Edsen

Javier Fernandez

Rep. Michael J. Flood

John Henderson

Sam Hohman

Robert L. Hollingsworth

Michael P. Jung

Timothy M. Kerrigan

Matthew D. Maser

Samantha J. Mosser

Jay Noddle

Tyler Owen

Robert A. Reed Jr.

Senator Pete Ricketts

Beth Whited

Gustavo Oberto

Mindy Simon

Bryan Slone

Liisa Stark

Matt Williams Governor Jim Pillen

Jamie Walker

John Wiechmann

Alex Wolf

Sandra Reding President

Leslie Andersen Board Chair

Your resident professional dance company, American Midwest Ballet inspires people through programs of the highest quality: breathtaking performances, enriching education, and uplifting community engagement.

1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs, IA 51501 (712) 890-5590 | amballet.org

Established in 2009 | Serving Nebraska, Iowa, and beyond

Our Impact:

30,000

INDIVIDUALS INSPIRED EACH YEAR THROUGH PERFORMANCES, STUDENT MATINEES, DANCE CLASSES, YOUTH MENTORSHIP, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS AND ENGAGEMENT

7,500+

STUDENTS REACHED ANNUALLY THROUGH OUR SPECIALLY DESIGNED MATINEE PERFORMANCES; MANY HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED A LIVE THEATER PERFORMANCE

1,000+

COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS PROVIDED EACH YEAR TO SHARE THE BREATHTAKING EXPERIENCE OF DANCE WITH PEOPLE IN NEED IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our Leadership:

Erika Overturff Artistic Director and CEO Erin Alarcón Ballet Master

American Midwest Ballet

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

American Midwest Ballet (AMB) plays a key role in the cultural vitality of our region, inspiring people through our expressive performing artists, skilled teachers, and stunning productions. Our talented dancers hail from around the nation, and we perform at the Orpheum Theater, Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center, and on tour.

At AMB, we live our commitment that dance is for everyone, working with more than 100 schools and 30 community partners to bring dance to people across our community.

Our school matinee performances reach over 7,500 area students each year; students from Title I schools are offered free admission and transportation to remove barriers to attendance. AMB also provides over 1,000 complimentary tickets each season to people in need in our community. These are our neighbors: foster kids, individuals with disabilities, patients with cancer, and families experiencing financial difficulty. We work with a fantastic roster of community engagement partners, including Boys Town, Heartland Family Service, Girls Inc., Micah House, Autism Action Partnership, the Ollie Webb Center, and more.

Board of Directors:

The AMB School fosters a love of dance for all ages through exceptional training and performance opportunities, providing scholarships to ensure access for students in need. Our Discover Dance program, in partnership with Girls Inc., provides long-term, deeper engagement to students from diverse backgrounds who wish to study dance.

Giving Opportunities

• Donations

• Sponsorships

• Ballet Barre Society

• Nutcracker Gala

Volunteer Opportunities

AMB Guild: When you join the Guild, you gain the chance to volunteer for occasional get-togethers, where you’ll meet other Guild members and work on events such as the Nutcracker Boutique. Learn more at amballet.org/guild.

The kids love dancing with Erica [AMB teaching artist]. Thank you for creating positive relationships with them and reminding them that their community sees them as children first, who should be loved and have so much potential.

~ MICAH House, serving families experiencing homelessness

Michelle Clark Chair

Greta Vaught

Catherine Hall Karen Nelsen Erika Overturff

Jeanie Owen Doyle Tipler

Michael Thompson

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

2912 S 80th Ave., Omaha, NE 68124 (402) 343-7700 | www.redcross.org/local/nebraska.html

Established in 1881 | Nebraska-SW Iowa

Our Impact:

220+

DISASTERS RESPONDED TO IN THE OMAHA-COUNCIL BLUFFS METRO AREA LAST YEAR

61,055+

UNITS OF BLOOD PRODUCTS COLLECTED IN THE OMAHA-COUNCIL BLUFFS METRO AREA LAST YEAR

360+

TRAINED VOLUNTEERS ACTIVE IN THE OMAHA-COUNCIL BLUFFS METRO AREA

American Red Cross

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission.

Giving Opportunities

Gifts of all kinds are accepted with gratitude, but the most effective way you can make a difference right now is through redcross.org/donate.

Volunteer Opportunities

The Red Cross uses the power of volunteers to help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. There are positions available for people of every age, interest and physical ability. Apply at redcross.org/volunteer.

Wish List

• Apply to volunteer: redcross.org/volunteer

• Make a donation: redcross.org/donate

• Schedule an appointent to give blood: RedCrossBlood.org

• Learn a lifesaving skill: redcross.org/take-a-class

Our Leadership:

Board of Directors:

You must never think of anything except the need, and how to meet it.

~ Clara Barton, Founder of the American Red Cross

Jill Orton Region Executive

Amy Olson FY24 Board Chair

8502 W Center Rd., Omaha, NE 68124 (402) 342-4288 | https://www.alomaha.org

Established in 1976 | Serving the greater Omaha community

Our Impact:

80,000

ALO CELEBRATED CLOTHING OUR 80,000TH CHILD THROUGH OUR OPERATION SCHOOL BELL PROGRAM

$330,000.00

ALO

36,597

Our Leadership:

Assistance League ® of Omaha

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

We support our community in so many ways with our six philanthropic programs. We provide teddy bears to children in crisis situations, school clothes to children in need, books to support literacy in our community, clothing and toiletry kits for assault survivors, and we encourage and support women recovering from addiction and also teen parents still in high school. A highlight this year was to mark the milestone of clothing the 80,000th child at Operation School Bell with coverage by two local TV stations. Our financial condition continues to do well with gifts from many generous donors and the receipt of much appreciated grants. We have also been blessed with a beautiful Chapter House and Thrift Shop that for the second year in a row was voted Number One in the Omaha Choice Awards in the Category of Thrift Shops/Consignment Shops. The Thrift Shop has been so successful that it averages $19,000 a month. The Christmas Caravan, our largest fundraiser, netted over $110,000, a record year!

Giving Opportunities

Support the Assistance League of Omaha through various means: direct donations, donated goods or services, gently used women's and men's clothing, housewares, attendance at our annual fundraiser -

Board of Directors:

Nancy R. Johnson

President

Paula Peal

President-Elect

Jeanne Smay

First Vice President Philanthropic Programs

Mary Duffy

Second Vice President Resource Development

Marilyn Pike

Third Vice President Membership

Kathy David

Fourth Vice President Marketing

Rosella Squires

Fifth Vice President Support Services

Nancy Cooke Sixth Vice President Education

Christmas Caravan Tour of Homes, corporate grants, endowments, and memorials. Your generosity makes a difference in our mission to help those in need. Thank you for contributing to our community's well-being.

Volunteer Opportunities

As a member of Assistance League, you will have opportunities to volunteer your time and talent. From working at the thrift shop to helping children pick out new school clothes at Operation School Bell, there is an opportunity for you to serve. Other opportunities: serving on the board of directors, membership database and yearbook maintenance, marketing and communications, resource development and fundraising, photography and gardening.

Wish List

Gently used clothing including coats, hats, shoes and seasonal apparel; books (appropriate for all ages) including cookbooks and religious and instructional material; household items including lamps, small kitchen appliances, utensils, etc.

Gently used bedding and pillows; holiday decorations; toys, games and children’s books; jewelry; antiques and collectible items; artwork, framed art, photo frames Nancy

Lynn Perry Seventh Vice President Strategic Planning

Carrie Clure

Eighth Vice President Information Technology

Peggy Brendel Treasurer

Maria Sorick Assistant Treasurer

Sara Lorentzen

Secretary

Robbie Mang Parliamentarian

To improve the quality of life of persons on the Autism Spectrum and their families through education, advocacy and support.

10909 Mill Valley Rd., Suite 205, Omaha, NE 68154 (402) 763-8830 | https://autismaction.org

Established in 2008 | Serving Nebraska (and Western Iowa)

Our Impact:

80+

FAMILIES FEELING SAFER WITH THEIR CHILD WHO MAY WANDER/ELOPE, THROUGH PROJECT LIFESAVER© IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OMAHA POLICE

700+

INDIVIDUALS RECEIVED AUTISM AND INCLUSION TRAINING THROUGH AAP'S COMPASS PROGRAM SO FAR IN 2023

5,000+

LIVES IMPACTED SO FAR IN 2023, BY INCLUSIVE FAMILY EVENTS FOR THE AUTISM COMMUNITY

Our Leadership:

Justin Dougherty President/CEO Michaela Ahrens Senior Director of Programs

Autism Action Partnership

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

For 15 years, Autism Action Partnership has served the needs of the autism community through programs and services that address critical gaps in care. The diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continues to grow, worldwide and locally, with 1 in 36 children diagnosed, a rate which has doubled since our organization began in 2008.

Autism Action Partnership provides opportunities for supportive services that address a variety of basic life needs for autistic individuals and their families and remains dedicated to working with community partners to create a more inclusive environment to allow the autism community to thrive.

In 2023, we launched our COMPASS training program to grow inclusion efforts in our community by educating the general public, which increases acceptance and understanding of the autism community.

Giving Opportunities

As a community, we ask that you continue to grow and expand inclusion of individuals with different abilities. The world and our local community have continued to embrace autism more than ever before. Autism Action Partnership is seeking support in all forms to help

Board of Directors:

Dr. Ken Bird

Dr. Kenton Shaffer

Dr. Maureen Tierney

Dr. Thomas Williams

Gail Werner-Robertson

Jill Barger

harness and sustain opportunities to fulfill our mission. Contact us to learn more about how you can make a positive impact.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Making Memories events

• Young adult/adult social activities

• Guild involvement

• Administrative tasks

Wish List

• Corporate partners

• Inclusion event opportunities

• Employment opportunities for Prosper Workforce Services

• Guild members

• Board members

• Donations

• Amazon Wish List items

Upcoming Events

• Swing for the Spectrum Golf Benefit: May 6, 2024

• A Vintage Affaire XVI Fundraiser: Fall 2024

• World Autism Day Celebration – April 7, 2024

Jimmy Barger

Kate Weitz

Lisa Meridith

Mike Meridith

Scott Irwin

Autism Action Partnership is offering a more comprehensive array of services and programs than ever before…impacting individuals, families, businesses and communities in ways that benefit everyone.

~ Justin Dougherty

BBB’s mission is to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust.

11811 P St., Omaha, NE 68137 (402) 391-7612 | www.bbbinc.org

Established in 1936 | Nebraska, South Dakota, Kansas, Southwest Iowa

Our Impact:

81%

OF CONSUMERS FAMILIAR WITH THE BBB SEAL ARE MORE LIKELY TO TRUST THE BUSINESS IS HONEST AND ETHICAL

70% OF CONSUMERS FAMILIAR WITH THE BBB ACCREDITATION SEAL ARE MORE LIKELY TO PERCEIVE THE COMPANY AS A GOOD BUSINESS

$3.5 billion MARKETPLACE LOSSES BBB HELPS PREVENT, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, EACH YEAR

Our Leadership:

Better Business Bureau

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

We advance marketplace trust by:

• Setting standards for marketplace trust

• Encouraging and supporting best practices by engaging with and educating consumers and businesses

• Celebrating marketplace role models

• Calling out and addressing substandard marketplace behavior

• Creating a community of trustworthy businesses and charities

Giving Opportunities

BBB Accreditation, donations, sponsorships, designated gifts (scholarship-specific programming).

Volunteer Opportunities

Subject matter experts for panels, volunteers for external programming initiatives, including shred events.

Wish List

Donations to support the BBB’s Education Foundation, which provides scholarships for high school seniors, community-building programming initiatives and helpful information regarding consumer best practices.

Board of Directors:

Elizabeth Barton

Tom Berger

Anne Branigan

Peter Fink

Eric Hanneman

Doug Hiemstra

Ann Kelleher

Beverly Kracher, Ph.D.

Dave McKinnis

Steve

Our mission has not wavered for more than a century. We remain as dedicated to connecting consumers with trustworthy businesses, and to the principle of trust, as our founders were in 1912.

~ Jim Hegarty, BBB President & CEO

Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

1209 Harney St., Suite 110, Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 330-2449 | https://www.bbbsomaha.org

Established in 1959 | Serving the Omaha and Council Bluffs Area

Our Impact: 629

KIDS SERVED WITHIN SEVEN NEBRASKA AND IOWA COUNTIES IN 2022.

84% OF YOUTH ENROLLED IN OUR COMMUNITY-BASED MENTORING PROGRAM MAINTAINED OR IMPROVED THEIR LEVELS OF SOCIAL COMPETENCY.

82% OF STUDENTS ENROLLED IN MENTORU MAINTAINED OR IMPROVED THEIR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE/GRADES.

~ 2022 BBBSM Youth and Child Outcomes Survey Results

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

For more than 60 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands has operated under the belief that every child has the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As a donor and volunteer-supported organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages seven through 21, throughout the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro area.

Big Meets Little. Big Brothers Big Sisters targets the children who need us most, including those living in single-parent homes and foster care, growing up in poverty, or coping with parental incarceration.

Before we make a match, we do our homework. After someone expresses an interest in becoming a Big, they go through an extensive background check and careful interview process. Then, we match Bigs and Littles based on location, personalities, and preferences. And we provide full support from the start so that matches can grow into lasting and fruitful friendships.

Our Programs Start Something: Research has shown that positive relationships between Littles and their Bigs have a direct and measurable impact on children's lives. By partnering with parents/guardians, volunteers, and others in the community, Littles are more likely to maintain or improve their emotions, decrease risky behaviors, improve their confidence in school, and maintain or improve their grades.

Giving Opportunities

• Donate

• Become a monthly donor

• Join the Impact Circle

• Attend a special event or become an event sponsor

• Memorials or honorariums

• Amazon Wish List

Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteer as a Big Brother, Big Sister, Big Couple For only a few hours, a couple times a month, you can give a Little Brother or Little Sister the invaluable gift of your friendship.

• Volunteer as a MentorU Mentor MentorU is a technology-enhanced mentoring program. You can help high school students develop personal, academic, and career skills for a few hours a month.

Wish List

• Tickets for matches to attend sporting events and other community events

• Gift cards - Target, Walmart, Visa, movie theater, restaurants

• Items from our Amazon Wish List

Nichole Turgeon President & CEO

Board of Directors:

Marnie Jensen Chair

Eric Johnson Chair-Elect

Patricia Kahre Secretary

Nathan Scott Treasurer Trevon Brooks Allie Esch

Nicholas Farrell

Jami Kemp

Jaci Lindburg

Brenda Paiz

Amber Phipps

Robert Rutford

James Saville

Brandee Schultz

Thomas Simms III

Amy Steffen

Ryan Steinbach

Carly Turner

Matthew Whaley

Cynric Whitaker Brian Zaversnik

Mentorship empowers youth, fosters community bonds, and shapes tomorrow's leaders. It's an investment in a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

~ Nichole Turgeon, President & CEO

Birthright's guiding principle: "It is the right of every pregnant woman to give birth and the right of every child to be born."

427 E Kanesville Blvd., Suite 303, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 (712) 322-2100 | https://www.birthright.org/councilbluffs

Established in 1994 | Serving Western Iowa and Eastern Nebraska

Our Impact: 116

Birthright of Council Bluffs

of Coucil Bluffs

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Birthright of Council Bluffs offers friendship, hope and resources to women and men who are facing an unexpected pregnancy. We offer free pregnancy tests, maternity and newborn baby clothing, information about pregnancy and prenatal care, and referrals for medical help, financial assistance, parenting skills, and adoption.

We listen. We are here to be a gentle alternative to abortion by providing information and support to help women facing an unplanned pregnancy make decisions about her future and her baby's future. We are not here to change her mind. We are here to give encouragement and help for as long as she need us and always free and completely confidential.

In the past 12 months we have helped 116 individuals and families.

Giving Opportunities

We are completely dependent on donations for financial and material support. Financial donations are used to provide: Infant formula, baby and mother supplies, advertising, training materials for volunteers,

Our Leadership: Board of Directors:

Barb Rhoades Director Jan Reineke Board President

and office rent, utilities, and supplies. All staff are volunteers, so there are no paid salaries.

Volunteer Opportunities

People to provide practical support and guidance for people who come to us for help.

People to use their talents to support our mission: mailings, advertising, social media, sort donations, newsletter articles and publishing, be a mom resourcesupporter, organize fundraiser, recruit volunteers, make welcome bundles for new moms, community liaison, and any way you can use your talent to support this work.

Wish List

• Amazon and Walmart gift cards for us to purchase particular needed items for moms and babies.

• Diaper bags - Backpack diaper bags

• Oscillating tower fan for our office

• Baby thermometers

• Cotton receiving blankets

• Small baby toys

It is heartwarming to have someone come to us for help because we helped her mom when her mom was pregnant with her.

~ Jan Reineke - Board President

BLUEBARN Theatre's mission is to provoke thought, emotion, action, and change.

1106 S 10th St., Omaha, NE 68108 (402) 345-1576 | https://www.bluebarn.org

Established in 1989 | Serving Nebraska and the surrounding region

Our Impact: 35 Years

CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF CONTEMPORARY PROFESSIONAL THEATRE

100+ Artists

EACH YEAR THE BLUEBARN SUPPORTS OVER 100+ LOCAL ARTISTS AND ATTRACTS MASTER ARTISTS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY

$200,000

THROUGH THE ARTISTS' FUND, BLUEBARN IS ABLE TO PAY ON AVERAGE $200,000 ANNUALLY IN DIRECT COMPENSATION TO ARTISTS

Our Leadership:

Susan Clement Producing Artistic Director

BLUEBARN Theatre

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

For 35 years, BLUEBARN has been an artistic pioneer in the Omaha landscape, producing live theatre that is driven by the vision of its artists and dedicated to meaningful engagement with its community. Equally committed to time-tested classics and emerging playwrights, the BLUEBARN is a theatre that emerged from New York City at the tail end of the 1980s to take root and flourish in Omaha.

BLUEBARN provides a platform for both emerging and established artists to collaborate and creates a pipeline of inspiration that enriches our community by bringing national and local talent together on its stage every year. It is a cultural destination, occupying a beautiful 96-seat house that was constructed in 2015 with flexible and one-of-a-kind innovative stage designs and the capacity to inspire and integrate functional artwork created by regional artists. A public green space completes the company’s dedication to creating an environment where the entire community will always feel welcome.

Befitting its status as a standard-bearer for artistic integrity, BLUEBARN proudly commits to national industry criteria in compensation, workplace standards, and artist care while producing critically acclaimed work of the highest caliber. BLUEBARN understands the importance of respect for all individuals while challenging itself to create art that will meet the demands of its own central mission: to promote thought, emotion, action, and change.

Erika Sieff Managing Director

Board of Directors:

Devin J. Fox, MD

President

Robert Peters

Treasurer

Laura Peet Erkes

Secretary

Ethan Bondelid

Jannette J. Davis

Giving Opportunities

The BLUEBARN Theatre deeply appreciates the generosity of our donors. Gifts from individuals, foundations, corporations, and other institutions can be designated by the donor in the following areas:

• Annual Fund

• The Artists’ Fund

• Show sponsorships

• Naming opportunities

• Planned giving

• Radical hospitality

Contact Director of Development Heather Hoyt at hhoyt@bluebarn.org or call (402)345-1576 to discuss your giving goals.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer opportunities are available in the front office, box office, and backstage. Volunteers are placed according to their interest, experience and availability, and the BLUEBARN’s needs. For more information about volunteering contact Director of Production, Amy Reiner at areiner@bluebarn.org

Wish List

• bit.ly/BluebarnAmazonWishList

• Guest artist housing

• Guest artist transportation

Sara Foxley

Sara McClure

Jim McKain

Michael Walenta

BLUEBARN’s 35 year history demonstrates a track record of innovation, creativity, and pushing the envelope of live professional theatre.

~ Devin Fox, Board President

Boys Town

14100

(531)

512,500

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

1 of 2

AS ONE OF THE WORLD'S LEADING RESEARCH INSTITUTES, WE HAVE THE ONLY OPM-MEG MACHINE IN NORTH AMERICA

124,500

THE BOYS TOWN NATIONAL HOTLINE AND ITS RELATED SERVICES HANDLED 124,500 CONTACTS IN 2022

At Boys Town, we provide an array of life-changing youth care and health care services that meet each child and family exactly where they are so they get the right kind of care, at the right time, in the right way. Whether caring for a child in crisis, treating complex health care conditions or helping families find the parenting resources they need, Boys Town is here for you and your family with expert, compassionate care and a proven track record of helping children and families heal and grow in mind, body and spirit. Boys Town believes that communities are rebuilt one child and one family at a time. We strive to keep kids and families safe, keep them in their homes and in school, and keep them out of the system.

Boys Town endeavors to strengthen communities by improving education and providing access to opportunity. We go into these at-risk neighborhoods and establish multilingual points of contact so that residents may easily reach out for access to support services when they need them.

In addition to providing direct assistance to community residents, Boys Town has developed

Board of Directors:

Kathleen F. Driscoll Chair

Thomas B. Barker Chair-Elect

Thomas J. Culhane

Laurine M. Garrity

Peter P. Jones

Robert A. Nkogo-Nze

Mark C. Tilden, Esq.

Rick J. Velasco

a series of evidence-based training programs for educators, administrators and school staff. These programs are designed to improve student learning and test scores while reducing classroom disruptions and office referrals. This is known as the Boys Town Educational Model®

Giving Opportunities

There are many ways you can give to Boys Town to save children and heal families. Make a donation online, mail a check to PO Box 8000, Boys Town, NE 68010, honor or memorialize a loved one, sponsor a family home or include Boys Town in your will!

Wish List

• Youth athletic gear

• Hygiene products

• Toys

• Board games

• Girls and boys clothing

Dorothy A. Zolandz, Ph.D.

The Rev. Steven E. Boes

Richard A. Chole, M.D., Ph.D.

Helen A. Fox-O’Brien

Sherrye L. Hutcherson

Linda A. LeBlanc, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Jodi L. Probst, CPA

Janet S. Twyman, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA

Joni W. Wheeler

We build leadership, strengthen organizations, and elevate Greater Omaha through positive, practical business ethics education.

602 N 20th St., Harper Center 3029, Omaha, NE 68178 (402) 280-2235 | www.businessethicsalliance.org

Established in 2008 | Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Surrounding areas

Our Impact: 184

ORGANIZATIONS SERVED THROUGH SIGNATURE EVENTS, THE ETHICSPACE CONFERENCE, AND WORKSHOPS

1,502

ETHICAL LEADERS TRAINED THROUGH SIGNATURE EVENTS, WORKSHOPS AND CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

309

TRUSTEE PARTNERS (COMBINED ORGANIZATIONAL AND INDIVIDUAL)

Our Leadership:

Dr. AnnMarie Marlier Executive Director

Business Ethics Alliance

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Organizations sometimes need help navigating important, complex topics or potentially controversial current events with their workforce, customers, and the community. The Business Ethics Alliance is an Omaha-grown, unique ethics initiative that serves organizations and individuals of all sizes and people in all industries in the Greater Omaha community. We can create forums for tough conversations unlike anyone else in the community because organizations and individuals trust us. Everything the Alliance does promotes an environment where discussion and practice of ethics are encouraged and expected in our local community. Our programming is renowned throughout the community, and our ethics products and services focus on the positive and practical aspects of ethics education through our large Signature Events, individual workshops, continuing education, and consulting. In 2022, over 350 people attended EthicSpace, our conference devoted solely to current ethical topics. Our Walk the Talk Podcast has reached over 2500 listeners all over the world—40+ countries and 210+ separate cities across six continents. In 2023 we launched The Suite Life where we talk ethics one on one with area C-suite executives. We also launched our Ethical Leadership Program for college and university students to develop ethical leaders as they begin professional career journeys. The Alliance's brand of ethics education is impartial, research-based, and respectful. Always.

Giving Opportunities

Mission Drivers support the Alliance's overall strategic efforts, provide critical infrastructure resources, and ensure our work's long-term sustainability through significant investments in the Alliance. Trustee Partners act as ambassadors, supporters, and advisors of the Alliance’s mission. Sponsors of our popular and renowned Signature Events including the EthicSpace conference help the Alliance bring together business and community leaders for ethical dialogue and networking.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Speakers/ presenters/ panelists for Signature Events, EthicsSpace, and Ethical Leaders Program

• EthicSpace volunteers- greeters, registration, room hosts, etc.

• Program planning- Collaborate on ideas and curriculum for Signature Events, EthicSpace, Ethical Leaders Program, etc.

• Fundraising- Assist with letters, follow-up calls, thank yous, etc.

Wish List

Our greatest priority is supporting operations, additional staff/ interns, and scholarship funding for students wanting to attend EthicsSpace.

Board of Directors:

Mark Pohl Chair

Madeline Moyer Vice-Chair

Steve Koesters Treasurer Joel Falk Secretary

Jim Hegarty

Donna Dostal

Dr. Harris Frankel

Mark Mathia

David Mayer

Christine Neuharth

Daniel Padilla

Chad Richter

Keith Station

Joe Woster

David Vandeginste

Business ethics aren’t just for large corporations; all organizations must pay attention to the ethics of doing business. Trust, reputation, and relationships depend on this. ~ Dr. AnnMarie Marlier

Mission: To improve the life of every child… through exceptional Care, Advocacy, Research and Education.

Children’s Nebraska

8200 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68114 (402) 955-5400 | ChildrensNebraska.org

Established in 1948 | National

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Our Impact:

127,653

TOTAL PATIENTS SERVED TO DATE IN 2023

Children’s Nebraska is the only full-service pediatric health care center in Nebraska, providing expertise in more than 50 pediatric specialty services to children across a five-state region and beyond. As an advocate for children, many of the services Children’s provides are not reimbursed. No child in need of medical care is ever turned away for an inability to pay. That’s why Children’s depends on the generosity of donors for help.

REGIONALLY AND NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SERVICES

Children’s provides the safest, highest-quality care for children and families. Children’s is home to Nebraska’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the state’s only Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. A regional heart center, it offers the very best care to patients in multiple areas, including

Our Leadership:

Foundation Board of Directors:

Cindy Heider Foundation Chair

Robb Pantano Secretary

cardiac imaging, electrophysiology, heart failure and interventional cardiology.

To better serve children and teens in crisis, the Mental Health Innovation Foundation is overseeing the planning, designing, fundraising and building of the world-class Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children’s. The center will feature 38 inpatient hospital beds, a pediatric mental health urgent care center, a first-in-the-region behavioral health emergency assessment center, an expanded partial hospitalization program and a pediatric primary care clinic with outpatient mental health services.

Giving Opportunities

• Swirl & Support - March 22, 2024

• Children's Nebraska Gala - November 16, 2024

Jody Carstens

David Dvorak

Sarah Freeland

Dave Freeman

Brady Gibson

Andrew (Andy) Kenny

Becki Kerns

Joel Link

Brian J. Magnusson

Andy Ruback

Joel Russell

Honorary Patient at the 2022 Gala

Building a bright future for children and families.

520 N 7th St., Council Bluffs, IA 51503 (712) 322-3700 | (888) 245-3593 www.childrenssquare.org

Our Impact:

1,516

TOTAL NUMBER OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES SERVED

3,076

TOTAL DAYS IN CARE FOR CHILDREN IN OUR RESIDENTIAL MENTAL HEALTH COTTAGES

2,899

TOTAL DAYS IN CARE FOR CHILDREN IN OUR EMERGENCY SHELTER

Our Leadership:

Dr. Viv Ewing President

and CEO

Children's Square U.S.A.

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Children Square U.S.A is a private, not-for-profit organization founded on December 23, 1882, and incorporated on March 16, 1883. Founded as the Council Bluffs Home of the Friendless, the name changed to Christian Home Association in 1894. The name was changed to Christian Home AssociationChildren’s Square U.S.A. in 1986.

Children’s Square U.S.A. has a rich history of caring for children from birth to 21 and their families, meeting their individualized needs, instilling hope and helping restore lives. Our mission is: “Building a bright future for children and families.” We do this by teaching, every day, the values and life skills essential to a successful life — one full of caring, contribution and commitment. Empowering each with: The Vision to See — and the value of setting an ideal for which to reach; The Courage to Try — and the value of accepting each obstacle as a challenge to meet; and The Will to Succeed — and the value of making the commitment to persevere.”

Children’s Square U.S.A. serves over 1,000 children and families in Iowa and Nebraska. Services include early childhood care and education programs; an on-campus, Iowa Department of Education-approved special education program for grades 1-12; community mental health services (outpatient); children’s emergency shelter services; recruitment, training and support of foster families, adoptive families, and relative homes; supervision of children placed into foster care; psychiatric residential treatment for children with moderate to severe mental health diagnoses; aftercare services and support for youth who have aged or are aging out of foster/group care; patient centered, coordinated care for children with a serious emotional disturbance (SED); and supportive in-home interventions and skills building for youth and families.

Children’s Square U.S.A. is fully licensed and accredited. The annual operating budget for 2023 was $8,974,984. Approximately 120 full- and part-time employees deliver

Board of Directors:

Emma Chance

Children’s Square Board Chair

programs and services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Volunteers add their hearts and hands to make a difference in a variety of ways. The main campus is located just northwest of the downtown Council Bluffs area. Additional offices are located in Omaha at 50th and Leavenworth.

Giving Opportunities

• Annual/Event Sponsorships - Our Annual Sponsors help Children's Square teach each child, every day, the values and life skills essential to a successful life. Event sponsorships are also available for Chipping in for Children (held annually in the spring), Walk for Mental Health (held annually in July) and Jason Awards (held annually every November).

• Planned Gifts - Gifts to the Christian Home Association Foundation provide the organization with long-term support. Donors may also contribute to the Children’s Square Endowment Fund at the Community Foundation for Western Iowa. Contact Phil Taylor at changinglives@ childrenssquare.org or (712) 828-7456 to find out more.

Volunteer Opportunities

For information on current volunteer opportunities, call (712) 322-3700 or email changinglives@childrenssquare.org.

Wish List

• Financial contribution for children’s programming

• Linens/bedding (twin size and twin XL) and towels (bath and kitchen)

• Outdoor and indoor recreational games

• Memberships to area attractions

• Gift certificates for movies, bowling, pizza and birthday cakes, gifts

• Event passes/tickets for groups of 10-12 to museums, plays, sporting events and movies

• Visit childrenssquare.org for an updated list (click on ‘Wish List’ under ‘Giving Opportunities’)

Bridgette Watson Friends of Children’s Square Board Chair

Becky Burgart Christian Home Association Children’s Square Board Chair

At Children’s Square, we recognize and treat the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of each child we serve through our life-changing programs and services.

~ Dr. Viv Ewing

The Christ Child Society of Omaha brings Christ’s love to communities through layettes, scholarships, and programs that serve children and families in need.

2920 S 110th Ct., Omaha, NE 68144 (402) 614-7399 | www.christchildomaha.com

Established in 1906 | Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area, Fremont, Lincoln and Sioux City.

Our Impact:

$200,000

IN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS TO UNDER-RESOURCED, SINGLE-PARENTS WHO DESIRE TO ACHIEVE THEIR HIGHER EDUCATION GOALS

150+

HIGH-QUALITY CAR SEATS (VALUED AT $165) GIVEN TO FAMILIES IN NEED

2,000

LAYETTES (BACKPACK-STYLE BABY BAGS FILLED WITH NEWBORN ESSENTIALS) DISTRIBUTED TO OVER 40 AGENCIES ACROSS THE HEARTLAND

~ Attribution for Stats

Our Leadership:

Christ Child Society of Omaha

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

The Christ Child Society strives to support people of all faiths and backgrounds through programs that serve children and families in need. Our programs include:

1. The assembly of layettes (diaper bags filled with newborn essentials including handmade blankets, sleepers, onesies, and thermometers) by auxiliary members and partners. Two thousand layettes are distributed annually through agencies and schools, providing hope and assistance to under-resourced mothers in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro, Fremont, Lincoln and Sioux CIty.

2. The annual distribution of 150 high-quality car seats to new and expectant mothers and their infants relieves a substantial financial burden for young families and enables them to safely transport their children.

3. The funding and distribution of significant academic scholarships ($5,000 and $2,500) for mothers pursuing post-secondary education opportunities. We partner with agencies and schools that provide the support systems for these mothers to be successful. We currently fund $200,000 annually in scholarships. Armed with degrees, our scholars are securing jobs that provide them and their families with financial independence and stability.

4. A literacy program to build essential reading skills and enhance academic achievement is being piloted. The current pilot phase consists of a book vending machine installed at Westgate Elementary School, providing access to book ownership for low-income students. In addition, Christ Child Omaha volunteers read to classrooms several times a year.

Board of Directors:

Janet Nichting President

Brad Peal

Vice President

Andy Witt Treasurer

Tina LaFave Secretary

Ann Marie Abboud

Mallory Anderl

Anne Arther

Giving Opportunities

Your gift makes a difference!

To support children and families in need, donate online today at: christchildomaha.com or mail a check to:

Christ Child Society of Omaha | 2920 S 110th Court, Omaha, NE 68144

“Nothing is ever too much to do for a child.”

- Mary Virginia Merrick, founder of Christ Child Society

Volunteer Opportunities

• Membership – Join one of our volunteer auxiliaries and build meaningful relationships while supporting our programs. Volunteers meet to unpack baby items, assemble layettes, conduct car seat events, read to children, and fundraise.

• Team Service Projects – Arrange for your team or business to conduct a layette assembly of your own.

• Sew Blankets – Volunteer to sew flannel baby blankets on your own.

Wish List • Items of Note

• Size 1 diapers (any brand)

• New baby onesies (size 0-3 months)

• Baby board books

Upcoming 2024 Events

• April 25, 2024 - “Raising Funds Fore Families” at TopGolf Omaha

• October 3, 2024 - “Soiree” Dinner at Happy Hollow Club

Jane Beerman

Lynette Campbell

Emily Codr

Fr. Tom Fangman

Barbara Greene

Brian Harr

Doug Hegarty

Liz Langan

Nick Langel

Tim Reed

Denise Snodgrass

Beth Wilson

Katie Blakeman

Michelle Chartrand

Jillian Krumbach

We are grateful to the friends and supporters of Christ Child Society for helping everyone in our community achieve their God-given potential.

~ Janet Nichting, Board President

Janet Nichting President of the Board

Shannon Herink Director of Development & Programs

College of Saint Mary is a Catholic university providing access to education for women in an environment that calls forth potential and fosters leadership.

7000 Mercy Rd., Omaha, NE 68106 (402) 399-2400 | https://www.csm.edu

Established in 1923 | Serving the United States

Our Impact:

100 YEARS SERVING AND EDUCATING WOMEN IN OMAHA

13,616

LIVING ALUMNAE REPRESENTING 50 STATES AND 24 COUNTRIES

72% and 82%

THE PERCENTAGE OF CSM GRADUATES WHO HAVE STAYED IN NEBRASKA AND IOWA, RESPECTIVELY, IN THE LAST 10 YEARS

Our Leadership:

Heather Smith President

Terri Wachtler Campbell '93 Vice President of Alumni & Donor Relations

College of Saint Mary

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

College of Saint Mary, a prestigious women's university educating leaders since 1923, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. CSM offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in many of today's highest-paying, in-demand fields, including physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, science, education, business, and legal studies. Graduate programs are open to all.

CSM offers its student body an enriching collegiate experience, including competitive athletics and a wide range of fine arts opportunities. A member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference, CSM Flames student-athletes field teams in 11 sports: basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, bowling, competitive dance, swimming, tennis, track, and cross country. Fine arts play a significant role in rounding out an academic experience, and CSM allows students to continue their passion for music, art and drama.

CSM has been recognized as the No. 1 Best Value College, Best Small College and Best College Location in Nebraska by Niche in 2024. CSM also ranked nationally as one of the Best Women's Colleges in America (No. 6), Best Colleges of Kinesiology and Physical Therapy (No. 11) and Best Catholic Colleges (No. 12).

In addition, CSM has been named the No. 15 on the 2024 U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Value Schools and as a 2024 Hidden Gem by College Raptor.

Board of Directors:

Sue Weiler-Doke '85 Chair

Rick Jeffries, J.D. Vice Chair

Santos Louis Olivera, CPA, MBA Treasurer

Dr. Melissa Fitzsimons Kean, J.D. Secretary

Mary Ann Ballantyne '72

Michael Beverly Jr., MBA, CCBIA

Edson (Ted) Bridges III, CFA, J.D.

Dr. Helen Marie Burns, RSM

Sr. Jeanne Christensen, RSM, MSW

Kathleen Dodge

Giving Opportunities

Our mission drives everything we do, but we need the help of alumni and friends to make this possible. Our donors generate support for our students in their educational journey through scholarships and funding improvements to our campus. Opportunities include:

• CSM annual scholarship fund

• Endowed funds

• Stock gifts

• Honorariums & memorials

• Planned giving

• Event sponsorships

Volunteer Opportunities

Spirit of Service

Wish List

• CSM annual scholarship fund

• Unrestricted endowment

• Faculty development

• Enhance the student experience

• Building renovation

• Flames athletics

Steve Eulie, MBA

Dr. Viv Ewing

Scott Focht, MBA

Jamie Gutierrez

Sr. Delores Hannon, RSM

Karen Hawkins

Brad Knuth

Dr. Stephanie F. Koraleski

Vernetta Boston-Kosalka, EdD, '03, '07, '21

Armando Salgado

Heather Smith, MBA, RN, BSN, FACHE

Moe Zaghmout, MBA

Completely KIDS ensures that our families have access to the knowledge and skills necessary to break the cycle of poverty.

2566 Saint Mary's Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105 (402) 397-5809 | www.completelykids.org

Established in 2011 | Serving primarily East Omaha in public and parochial schools, homeless shelters and the Ronald McDonald House.

Completely KIDS

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Our Impact:

30,661 WEEKEND FOOD BAGS DISTRIBUTED

2,598

KIDS SERVED IN BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL, SUMMER AND SATURDAY PROGRAMS

914 MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED

Our Leadership:

Completely KIDS serves more than 2,000 KIDS ages 4-17 with a depth of critical services after school and all summer long. We partner with Omaha Public Schools, Archdiocese of Omaha Catholic Schools and several community-based organizations, including homeless shelters, to provide a variety of needed programs.

Access to opportunities is not distributed equally across our community. Many have limited access to nutritious food, mental health services, and/or experiences that broaden the mind and spark the imagination. The programs provided by Completely KIDS break down those barriers and provide equal access for all.

Giving Opportunities

Your time, talents and dollars support the important work we do for the KIDS and families in our community every day. We are grateful for all the support, grants and gifts we receive as well as volunteer contributions.

• Major gifts

• Annual gifts

• Monthly contributions

• Event sponsorships and reservations

• Memorials and tributes

Volunteer Opportunities

• Weekend Food Program

• Kelley's KIDS Reading Buddy Program

• Completely KIDS Guild

Wish List

• New winter coats

• New school supplies

• New holiday gifts

• Sports equipment

• Board games

The need for what we do is great. We are grateful for all that you do to support what we do every day.

~ Carla Rizzo

Board of Directors:

Pat Groves

Chairman

Kevin Lewis Treasurer

Dan Weidner

Secretary

Whitney Baker

Pam Bourne

Walter Duda

Johnny Dunn

Nicole Evans

Dan Gomez

Matthew Gorman

BJ Hansen

Alison Hearn

Cheney Holmes

Molly Huyck

Danielle Johnson

Karly Jurgensen Daniel

Mark Martinez

Brandy Moyer

Debbie Newkirk

Meghan O'Connell

Carla Patton-Ochsner

Marcie Peterson

Mary Redli

Lina Stover

Tim Waggoner

Carla

Goodwill changes lives & strengthens communities through education, training and work.

4805 N 72nd St., Omaha, NE 68134 (402) 341-4609 | www.goodwillomaha.org

Established in 1933 | Omaha Metro Area

Our Impact:

25,464 SERVICES PROVIDED TO PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

6,793,800 lbs

CLOTHING AND RECYCLABLE WASTE KEPT OUT OF THE LANDFILL BY GOODWILL’S SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS

15 SCHOOL DISTRICTS SERVED THROUGH GOODWILL’S WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM Tobi

Goodwill Omaha

Many people know Goodwill Omaha as place to donate used clothing and household items or find great bargains. But you might not know the mission at the heart of our organization: providing job training and placement services to people with disabilities and other barriers or disadvantages. At our core, we’re passionate about eliminating barriers to opportunity and expanding access to necessary job training and placement services.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

We’re humbled to have helped thousands of individuals in the Omaha area earn a living over the years. In 2022 alone, here’s how our mission came to life:

• 147 people placed in community jobs

• 15.32 average hourly wage

• Nearly $1.7 million retail dollars went towards supporting hundreds of individuals in our communities with quality programming that changes lives

When you give to Goodwill, you are helping individuals advance themselves and their communities.

Giving Opportunities

• Monetary gifts to support our programs

• Donate gently used goods - we turn those donations into good!

Wish List

• Host a donation drive. We always need donations, especially furniture

• Event sponsorships (Golf and Celebrate Good Gala)

• Invite us to speak at your event to spread the good news about our impact

• Share information about our program offerings

Upcoming Events

• June - Goodwill Golf Classic

• October - Celebrate Good Gala

Goodwill changes lives & strengthens communities through education, training and work. ~ NAME & TITLE OF QUOTER ~ Attribution for

Our Leadership:

Hope-Net Ministries Inc

PO Box 281, Council Bluffs, IA 51502 (402) 321-1313 | https://www.hopenetministries.org

Established in 2006 | Serving Council Bluffs

Our Impact: 81 - 55

NUMBER OF DOWNTOWN HOMELESS SIGNED UP FOR HOUSING AND THE NUMBER WE HOUSED

70%

THE CURRENT RECIDIVISM RATE FOR WOMEN EX-OFFENDERS IN AMERICA; HALF WILL REOFFEND IN THE FIRST SIX MONTHS 1,800

THE NUMBER OF BICYCLES DISTRIBUTED TO THOSE RETURNING FROM INCARCERATION SINCE 2014

Our Leadership:

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

We feel we have a mandate to not forget about “the least of these.” That is a reference from a parable Jesus taught. Today we might say, “don’t forget about those falling through the cracks.” These are the people we want to impact the most because they need the greatest amount of help.

Up to 300 women a year come through the criminal justice system in Council Bluffs and upon release, a number of them will find themselves living back on the streets. The current recidivism rate for women ex-offenders in America is 70%. We provide weekly support groups, distribute bicycles, and work to secure housing if necessary. It’s our goal to surround her with so much support and love that her last offense will be her last offense.

The homeless count in Council Bluffs at this time is approximately 250—300 people and half of these are women. Currently in our city, there is not an emergency women’s shelter that someone could walk into tonight for shelter. We are diligently working with other social service agencies to identify and house these vulnerable women. Half of those we have helped in our Housing Helps program have been women coming off the streets or out of shelters. Our outreach teams serve over 700 meals a month to those struggling in poverty.

Board of Directors:

Randy Fontaine Chairman

Giving Opportunities

• Donate or shop at our Sequels Thrift Store at 1836 Madison Ave, Council Bluffs

• Become a corporate sponsor or plan to attend our upcoming Concert of Hope fundraiser with Russ Taff.

• Donate household items for our Housing Helps CB initiative.

• Become a monthly financial partner, ensuring we can continue to help those in need.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Give 2-4 hours hours a week as a Sequels volunteer

• Have you been incarcerated, addicted, homeless, and you succeeded in getting back on your feet? Come share your story at one of our support groups.

• Can you speak on a topic that is pertinent to the people we serve?

• Would you like to help prepare or serve meals to those less fortunate?

Wish List

• More volunteers to work alongside us

• A low-barrier emergency women’s shelter

• The funding necessary to support what we are currently doing

• The funding to do more

We are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. 'Housing Helps CB' addresses the critical issue of comprehensive support for those in need."

~ Randy Fontaine, Executive Director

Kay Bahl

Linda Danker

Susan Enewald Diane McClain

Randy Fontaine Executive Director Bruce Kuenning Senior Program Director

To provide equine-assisted therapeutic services in a safe and inclusive environment for individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional or social challenges.

14679 230th St., Council Bluffs, IA 51503-7223 (712) 339-4058 | https://www.horseshelpswi.org

Established in 2021 | Serving Western Iowa and Eastern Nebraska

Our Impact: 1 in 36

RESEARCH IN 2023 FROM THE CDC SHOWS THAT 1 IN 36 CHILDREN ARE DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

50%

A 2021 STUDY FOUND NEARLY HALF OF AMERICANS SURVEYED REPORTED EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY OR DEPRESSION POST-COVID 12

HORSES HELP SWI, INC HAS 12 HORSES READY TO HELP YOU HEAL IN THE WAYS YOU NEED MOST

Our Leadership:

Kori Nelson Executive Director Linda Heithoff Borman Founder and Board President

Horses Help SWI, Inc.

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Horses Help SWI is a brand-new equine therapy center with its sights set high to help those in need reach their full potential. Our herd of 12 horses is ready to assist clients no matter whether they are riding, performing groundwork exercises, helping drive a cart pulled by a horse or learning other life skills on the ranch. Our location nestled in the beautiful Loess Hills provides over 20 acres where one can reflect, learn new skills, and grow physically, mentally and in spirit. Classes taught in our indoor arena, outdoor open-air arena and brand-new Round Pen (the only one like it in the state of Iowa), along with sensory trails offer plenty of space for personal improvement. Nature is a wonderful healer. Combining that with the power of horses and their intuitive ability to read human emotions creates a powerful tool. Horses help encourage humans to be open-minded, calm and aware of their surroundings, therefore fostering growth in a variety of ways. Our busy, hectic lives and schedules yearn for a chance to breathe, collect our thoughts and connect with one another on a higher level. Horses can provide the conduit for those experiencing anxiety, depression, learning difficulties or physical limitations to heal in ways meaningful to their individual journey.

Giving Opportunities

Horses Help SWI, Inc is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on the generosity of our

Board of Directors:

Dan Heithoff Treasurer Kathy Hart Secretary

community to help those in need. Session fees cover a small portion of the cost to operate the ranch, such as staff, utilities, equipment, overall maintenance, horse feed and veterinary care. Donations can be made via cash, check, credit card, PayPal and through our website.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Horse leads and side walkers during our client sessions

• Horse care and barn cleaning

• Tack cleaning, maintenance and organization

• Grounds and equipment maintenance

• Assist with groups (on and offsite)

Wish List

• Cash donations for horse feed, supplements, medicine, grooming tools

• Fly spray

• Paper products (paper towels, toilet paper)

• Horse and human first aid supplies

• Manure forks and buckets

• Dawn dish soap and hand soap

• Education tools and games

• Amazon gift cards for equestrian helmets and other needs

We are so excited to share the healing power of horses with those of all ages and abilities in western Iowa and eastern Nebraska.

~ Kori Nelson, Executive Director

Developing inspired, authentic leaders to transform the organizations and communities they serve.

14217 Dayton Cir., Ste. 5, Omaha, NE 68137 (402) 392-0746 | ICANleaders.org

Established in 1981 | Serving the Midwest region + virtually across the United States

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Our Impact:

3,000+ EVENT ATTENDEES ANNUALLY

53 PARTNER COMPANIES ANNUALLY

400+

PROGRAM + CUSTOM PROGRAM GRADUATES ANNUALLY

Our Leadership:

Whether working with individuals or teams, ICAN’s range of leader development programs, custom services and events—offered both virtually and in person—inspires bold thinking, accelerates innovation, expands capacity, develops self-awareness and builds leadership networks that transform and define the future of business and elevate the leadership talent in our community. We accelerate your potential, expand your network and help you live your values. Since 1981, organizations have turned to ICAN for effective and transformative leadership experiences. We engage annually more than 3,000 event attendees, nearly 100 leader development program graduates and approximately 300 custom program participants. ICAN cultivates authentic leaders who build stronger teams, influence cross-functionally, navigate meaningful change and value diversity and inclusion. Think of us as your credible, trusted and innovative partner for all things leadership.

Giving Opportunities

Direct Donations to our ICAN Scholarship Fund or Honor a Leader Campaign to support our mission and expand reach and access to our programs.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteering at our annual ICAN Women's Leadership Conference

• Volunteering during leadership development exercises at our ICAN Custom Programs

• Volunteer as a Circle Facilitator at our 7x7x7 events

Wish List

• In-Kind Printing Services

• Space for Programs & Events

• Promotional Materials

ICAN helps identify potential in individuals, helping them recognize the effect they can have in the future growth of their organization or community.

~ Amber Phipps, ICAN Board Member

Board of Directors:

Shasta Wragge Chair

Marsha Graesser Vice Chair

Jackie Pueppke Secretary

Kathy Tibke Treasurer

Michael Geary Member at Large

Sharlyn Konfrst Member at Large

Joni Wheeler Member at Large

Emily Blodgett

Jennifer Bradtmueller

Gina Cronican

Linda Cunningham

Shari Flowers

Kathy Heaney

Minja Herian

Kim Hess

Helen Hrdy

Dana Hullinger

Eric Johnson

Kristen Kampfe

Michelle Kempke Eppler

Colleen Maciejewski

Melissa Newton

Amber Phipps

McKell Purnell

Jennifer Richardson

Tracy Roe

Michael Rogers

Katherine Santana

Lori Snyder

Rayza Spaulding

Lindsey Spehn

Lisa Vandemark

We break down barriers to empower immigrants and refugees by providing high-quality immigration legal representation, social work, and refugee resettlement services to help them thrive.

4223 Center St., Omaha, NE 68105 (402) 898-1349 | www.immigrantlc.org

Established in 1999 | Nebraska

Our Impact:

3,000+

CLIENTS SERVED IN 2022

600+

INDIVIDUALS ON OUR WAIT LIST

572

~ Attribution for Stats

REFUGEES WELCOMED TO OMAHA IN 2022

Immigrant Legal Center + Refugee Empowerment Center

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Giving Opportunities

Immigrant Legal Center + Refugee Empowerment Center is an organization that truly cares about the communities we serve. After merging in October 2022, and with 50 years of combined experience, we offer a wide variety of high-quality services that include legal representation, social work, and resettlement assistance. Our clients come from all over the world, fleeing persecution, seeking refuge from conflict, and migrating to find better opportunities. Our goal is to empower them and give them the resources they need to succeed.

Our staff is diverse, representing the multitude of cultures and languages our clients bring with them. We strive to provide culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate services to ensure everyone feels welcome and respected. This has led to strong relationships with community leaders and a greater understanding of the challenges and experiences faced by our clients.

We are proud of our impact in the community, with last year alone seeing over 3,000 individuals empowered as a result of our work to break down barriers and promote inclusivity. Witnessing the transformation of our clients as they navigate the complex immigration system, achieve stability, and contribute meaningfully to their communities is what motivates us every day. We believe that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, and we are here to support them every step of the way.

When you give to ILC + REC, your contribution helps immigrants in our communities live with confidence and free from fear. Immigrant Legal Center + Refugee Empowerment Center offers a variety of options for donors to support our work, through your employer, online, or even a donation of stock. Visit immigrantlc. org/ways-to-give to learn more.

Volunteer Opportunities

With so many new arrivals coming, we need everyone to pitch in to help our newest community members be successful! Opportunities include:

• Home set-ups

• Co-sponsorships

• English teachers

• Conversationalists

• Pro-bono attorneys

Questions? Email aostrowski@immigrantlc.org

Wish

List

• Washers and dryers

• Lawn mowers

• Anything a new refugee family will need to make their new house a home

Our Leadership:

Erik Omar Executive Director Rose Margrave Director of Development

Board of Directors:

Tom Simms Chair

Emily Moody Vice-Chair

Denise Blaya Powell Secretary

Mike McMeekin Treasurer

Karen Borchert

Tonya Conley

Mike Johnson

Anne Meysenburg

Diana Morales McFarland

Mick Mulhall

Emily Mwaja

Kabir Rahmanzai

We are proud to have 90% success rates in both legal case outcomes and client improvement in well-being.

~ Erik Omar, Executive Director

Kara Stockdale

Educate, engage, and inspire children through early childhood care and out-of-school experiences.

4768 Q St., Omaha, NE 68117 (402) 731-6988 | https://www.kidscan.org

Established in 1908 | North and South Omaha

Kids Can Community Center

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Our Impact:

1,400

NORTH AND SOUTH OMAHA CHILDREN SERVED ANNUALLY

84% OF STUDENTS FORMED A CARING ADULT RELATIONSHIP – CRITICAL TO ACADEMIC AND ECONOMIC SUCCESS LATER IN LIFE

26,000

SQUARE FEET OF STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES AT OUR BRAND-NEW COMMUNITY CENTER

Our Leadership:

Robert Patterson CEO Mike Joyce Philanthropy Director

Kids Can Community Center believes all children deserve impactful and educational experiences, regardless of their family’s socio-economic situation. At Kids Can, younger children will be better prepared to enter kindergarten, and elementary students will enjoy a wide-ranging and enriching experience via the STEMsmart Academy (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Strength, Music, Art, Reading, Tutoring).

Annually, programs benefit over 1,400 children across North and South Omaha via two core programs: Early Childhood Education and Out-of-School programs.

For children 6 weeks to 5 years old, the Early Childhood Education program prepares children to be ready and successful in school. Kids Can is proud to be one of only three Omaha centers with the highest rating awarded by the Department of Education in the Nebraska Step Up to Quality Program.

For children 5 to 13 years old, Out-of-School programs offer a variety of opportunities. The new center at 4768 Q Street offers programs including mentoring, before school, after school, full-day programs when school is closed, and an uninterrupted summer program. Kids Can also runs eight school-based sites at Mandela, Miller Park, Minne Lusa, Wakonda, Gilder, Benson West, Conestoga Magnet, and Druid Hill Elementary Schools, and a second summer program in Miller Park Pavilion.

Board of Directors:

Angie Kelso Chair

Hannes Zetzsche Vice Chair

Jessica Hollister Treasurer

Rebecca Kleine Secretary

Giving Opportunities

• Individual giving

• Corporate sponsorships

• Can Do Awards Luncheon

• In-kind donations

• Giving through Baker’s Plus, SHARE Omaha and TAGG

• Planned giving

Volunteer Opportunities

• Mentoring: One-on-one mentoring between a caring adult and an elementary student in the afterschool program.

• Can Do Committee: Help plan and promote the annual Can Do Luncheon fundraiser.

• Program volunteers: Assist Kids Can staff to conduct program activities.

• Group projects: Get your friends or colleagues involved with special projects such as painting, grounds clean-up, or kickball with the kids!

Wish List

• Art supplies (construction paper, crayons, markers, etc.)

• Board games

• Books and puzzles

Lindsay Neemann Past Chair

Thomas Behrendsen

Jane Franklin

Shannon Hite

Brad Hove

Sammi Kaiser

Preston Love, Jr.

Our 115-year history has taught us that the best path to a bright future is investing in the children of today.

~ Robert Patterson, CEO

Kristin Lund

Scott Moulton

Gina Ponce

Diana Prauner

Marcos Rodriguez

Madonna offers world-class rehabilitation for adults and children. We specialize in brain t rauma, spinal cord injuries, severe pulmonary conditions, stroke, cancer, post-COVID-19, and neurological diseases.

17500 Burke St., Omaha, NE 68118 (402) 401-5050 | www.madonna.org

Established in 1958 | 41 states in last 5 years

Our Impact: 4

MADONNA REHABILITATION HOSPITALS IS THE NATION'S 4TH LARGEST REHABILITATION HOSPITAL SYSTEM

21

TOTAL CARF ACCREDITATIONS - MADONNA IS THE ONLY HOSPITAL TO HAVE CARF ACCREDITATION IN CANCER SPECIALTY

41

MADONNA HAS SERVED PATIENTS FROM 41 STATES IN THE LAST 5 YEARS

~ Attribution for Stats

Our Leadership:

Paul A. Dongilli Jr.

President and Chief Executive Officer

John C. Glenn Vice President of Development

Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

In October 2016, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals opened a 110-bed comprehensive post-acute care hospital in Omaha. Madonna's Omaha Campus serves some of the nation's most complex patients discharging from trauma care hospitals and other tertiary care hospitals from across the metro and nation. Since opening its doors, the Omaha Campus has served patients from every hospital system in the metro area and patients from 41 different states. In March 2021, Madonna also opened a Physicians Clinic at the Omaha Campus.

Simply put: Madonna is world-class rehabilitation specializing in serving patients with brain trauma, spinal cord injuries, stroke, cancer, neurological diseases, severe pulmonary conditions and post-COVID-19. Madonna offers a combination of expert healthcare providers and clinicians, cutting-edge rehabilitation technology and state-of-the-art research to help children and adults with disabilities reach their highest level of independence.

Additionally, Madonna's vision to establish a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) department and residency program with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) became a reality in 2018. This is the only PM&R residency program in Nebraska and in a five-state upper Midwest region.

Board of Directors:

Lauren Pugliese Chairperson

Terry Zach, MD Vice Chairperson

Paul Dongilli Jr., PhD President

Fr. John Sullivan Vice President

Dan Vokoun Secretary

Will Douglas Treasurer

Scott Becker, CPA

Scott Cassels

John Coffey, Heidi Brush Doane,

The Madonna family consists of highly trained experts in physical medicine and rehabilitation, lead by our team of physiatrists. Hospitalists, physical therapists, rehabilitation nurses and other clinical staff provide industry-leading medical treatment and therapies.

Giving Opportunities

• Pediatric rehabilitation

• Research and technology

• Patient Assistance Fund

• Therapeutic Learning Center - in-hospital classroom

• Annual Hope Appeal

Volunteer Opportunities

Please contact Marla Buresh for volunteer opportunties (402) 413-4500 | mburesh@madonna.org

Upcoming Events

•Dish & Bloom - Spring 2024

•Miles for Madonna - 09/28/2024

•Miracle Night for Madonna - 12/06/2024

David Gannon, MD

Kacey Lempka, CPA

Alex McKiernan

Brad Nietfeldt

Gary Perkins

Patrick Spethman

Greg Vasek

Sarah Walker, PhD

Kevin Werts

Nick Wilwerding

Maria Lighthall Ex Officio (voting member)

Mike Pallesen, JD Ex Officio (non-voting member) and Legal Counsel

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses

1005 S. 107th Ave., Suite 102, Omaha, NE 68114 (402) 333-8999 | www.wish.org/nebraska

Established in 1983 | Serving the entire state of Nebraska

Our Impact:

3,000+

WISHES GRANTED IN THE STATE OF NEBRASKA SINCE 1983

91% OF WISH PARENTS BELIEVE THE WISH EXPERIENCE GAVE THEIR CHILD A BETTER CHANCE OF SURVIVING THEIR CRITICAL ILLNESS

95% OF WISH ALUMNI FELT MORE HOPEFUL FOR THEIR FUTURE AFTER THEIR WISH

Our Leadership:

Make-A-Wish Nebraska

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child’s wish to life, because a wish is an integral part of a child’s treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness. Wishes are the driving force behind all we do because, simply put, wish experiences transform lives. Not only do wishes impact our wish kids, but they also have far-reaching, positive impacts on wish families and local communities. There are few experiences more powerful than making a wish come true.

Make-A-Wish Nebraska serves the entire state of Nebraska with headquarters in Omaha and satellite offices in Lincoln and Kearney. Our goal is to reach every eligible child in Nebraska.

Throughout 2023, we will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of Make-A-Wish Nebraska’s founding. Thanks to the incredible support of the local community, Make-A-Wish Nebraska has granted more than 3,000 wishes across the state over the past 40 years. On average, we grant between 115 and 120 wishes per year.

Board of Directors:

Brad Ewerth Board Chair

Kelly Hillman Vice-Chair

Kayla Hansen Secretary

Brian Pierce Treasurer

Brian Ketcham Past Board Chair

Brigette Young President/CEO

Giving Opportunities

• Wish Ball – Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Embassy Suites Lincoln

• Blue Jean Ball – Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Embassy Suites La Vista

• Omaha Wine, Whiskey and Wishes – May 16, 2024 at Champions Run

• Kearney Evening of Wishes – August 2024 at the Younes Conference Center

Volunteer Opportunities

• Wish Granters – Wish Granters meet with wish families, help the wish child determine their wish and act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family during the wish process. Must be 21+. (requires background check)

• Scrapbook Volunteers – Each wish child receives a keepsake album that includes photos of the wish. Experienced scrapbookers are needed to create these albums.

Wish List

• Frequent Flyer Miles (United, American, Delta, Southwest, JetBlue)

• Monetary donations

• Unopened toys for wish kids

Mike Abramson

Dawn Becker

Jon Blumenthal

Gary Byrne

Kathy English

Deb Fenton

Rahul Jalali

Lisa Jansen

Bryce Juedes

Candi Kirkwood

Nico Marasco

Jeremy Payne, MD

Ryan Peterson

Luke Tieso

The joy a wish provides can be transformational, giving children battling critical illnesses the strength to fight. Wishes provide hope in dark times. Wishes are forever.

~ Brigette Young, President/CEO Make-A-Wish Nebraska

Brigette Young President & CEO

Linda Hogrefe Vice President and Chief Development Officer

It is the mission of the Mid-America Council, BSA to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes.

12401 W Maple Rd., Omaha, NE 68164 (402) 431-9272 | www.mac-bsa.org

Established in 1910 | Serving 58 counties in Nebraska, Iowa & South Dakota

Our Impact:

8,135

YOUTH ARE SERVED BY THE MID-AMERICA COUNCIL’S CHARACTER-BUILDING PROGRAMS

2,711

ADULT VOLUNTEERS GUIDE AND MENTOR BOYS AND GIRLS ON THEIR SCOUTING JOURNEY

72.8% OF SCOUTS ARE MORE LIKELY THAN NON-SCOUTS TO EMBRACE VALUES INCLUDING “HELPING OTHERS” AND “DOING THE RIGHT THING”

Our Leadership:

Chris Mehaffey CEO & Scout Executive

Mid-America Council, BSA

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting helps youth develop academic skills, selfconfidence, ethics, leadership skills, and citizenship skills that will influence their adult lives.

The Boy Scouts of America provides youth with programs and activities that allow them to:

• Try new things

• Provide service to others

• Build self-confidence

• Reinforce ethical standards

While various activities and youth groups teach basic skills and promote teamwork, Scouting goes beyond that and encourages youth to achieve a deeper appreciation for service to others in their community.

Scouting provides youth with a sense that they are important as individuals. It is communicated to them that those in the Scouting family care about what happens to them, regardless of whether a game is won or lost.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, Scouting promotes activities that lead to personal responsibility and high self-esteem. As a result, when hard decisions have to be made, peer pressure can be resisted, and the right choices can be made.

Board of Directors:

Rich Beran

Membership Chairman

Chloe Boyer

Program Chairman

Patrick Cooper Legal Counsel

Nate Dodge Chairman

Dan Hunt

District Operations Chairman

Tim Kerrigan Treasurer

Giving Opportunities

Your charitable donation is more than a gift to the Scouts — it’s an investment in the success of your community. Scouts in the Mid-America Council rely on the generosity of charitable individuals, corporations, and foundations to help them grow into the next generation of leaders.

• Major Gifts

• Annual Gifts

• Event Sponsorships

• Endowment and Planned Giving

• Financial Assistance and Scholarship Funds

• Memorials and Tributes

Volunteer Opportunities

Scouting is a youth-led, youth-run program, but the youth must be trained to be leaders. The average Scout volunteer gives 20 hours of service each month, and 96 percent of volunteers say they would recommend volunteering for the BSA to other adults.

• Scout leader

• Event & service project coordinator

• Merit badge counselor

• Administrative support

• Fundraising

• Board members

Upcoming Events

• Annual Sporting Clays Tournament

• BSA Golf Invitational

• BSA Big Give Luncheon

Matt Ondrejko

Marketing Chairman

Steve Seline

Past Chairman

Brad von Gillern National Council Representative

Tim Wilson Development Chairman

We are an all-breed rescue who believes that every pet deserves to be happy and loved.

527 Delong Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51503 (402) 515-2570 |

https://www.muddypawssecondchancerescue.com

Established in 2015 | Serving Iowa, Nebraska and surrounding states in the Midwest

Our Impact: ADOPTIONS

MUDDY PAWS AVERAGES OVER 600 ADOPTIONS PER YEAR

VETTING

MUDDY PAWS SPENT ALMOST $400,000 IN VETTING EXPENSES IN 2022

PARVO

38 PARVO DOGS RECEIVED TREATMENT AND WERE ADOPTED OUT IN 2022 WHICH WOULD HAVE OTHERWISE BEEN EUTHANIZED

Our Leadership:

Terri J Larson President Kerri Ferguson Vice President

MUDDY PAWS SECOND CHANCE RESCUE

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Muddy Paws not only rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes companion animals, but also created and maintains several outreach programs that help pet owners in the community provide veterinary care, food, supplies, and enrichment opportunities for their pets that they might not otherwise have been able to afford. This reduces the number of pets needing to be rehomed or euthanized because no other options are available to the pet owner. Muddy Paws holds free distemper/parvo vaccination clinics monthly in underserved neighborhoods of the community in an effort to reduce the cases of the often deadly parvovirus for owners who may not have easy access to the vaccination. This reduces the number of dogs contracting the disease and dying, or needing to be euthanized, because owners are unable to afford the costly treatment. Muddy Paws also offers free or reduced rate cat and dog training to help owners work through the behavioral issues their pets are experiencing, keeping pets in the homes of owners and reducing the number of pets being surrendered and needing to be rehomed.

Giving Opportunities

Muddy Paws is always in need of cash donations to pay the high cost of vetting our rescue pets. We are also

always in need of food for the cats/kittens and dogs/ puppies in our care.

Volunteer Opportunities

Muddy Paws is an all-volunteer based rescue with a variety of tasks that need completed daily. Volunteers could foster pets or work processing applications, calling references, transporting pets, maintaining databases, etc. We also need volunteers to help with fundraising, social media, graphics, creative writing, and so on. Whatever your desire or talent, we can probably find a volunteer opportunity you would enjoy!

Wish List

• Monetary donations to our rescue

• Donations applied to our vetting bills at local veterinarians

• Food for dogs/puppies or cats/kittens

• XL wire kennels

• Xpens/exercise pens

• Treats for cats and dogs

NCHS provides compassionate support, fosters enduring connections and implements innovative solutions that help families thrive in their communities.

4939 S 118th St., Omaha, NE 68137 (402) 451-0787 | https://www.nchs.org

Established in 1893 | Serving Nebraska

Our Impact:

2,451 NUMBER OF HOME VISITS COMPLETED ANNUALLY 100%

PERCENT OF CHILDREN SAFE FROM ABUSE AND NEGLECT IN NCHS FOSTER HOMES

49,476 HOURS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROVIDED ANNUALLY

Our Leadership:

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

NCHS was established in 1893 by Rev. E.P. Quivey and his wife, Mary Eva Quivey. Today, our primary services are Adoption, Foster Care and Family Support.

Adoption: Supporting young children and their families with expert care and guidance, adoption is the bedrock of NCHS. Our founders were inspired to find families for children needing safe and loving care throughout Nebraska. Our role is to connect families with the children who need them, as well as to provide adoptive parents, birth parents and extended families with ongoing support.

Foster Care: The foster care process requires trust, education and collaboration, whether you’re a foster parent or you’re a parent whose child lives in a foster home. NCHS is proud to be a foster care facilitator, uniting foster parents with the children who need them, and ensuring that the children’s parents stay involved, connected and satisfied with the care their children receive.

Family Support: Putting children first requires continuous attention to the well-being of the family as a whole. Our services to families include pregnancy counseling, home visitation, parenting classes, kinship support groups, early childhood education and more.

Throughout our history—through every new program, every transition and every step forward—our focus has remained the same: we put children first. At every stage of growth, children are at the heart of all we do.

Board of Directors:

Keith Hier President

Keith Hansen Vice President

Giving Opportunities

• Individual giving

• Planned and legacy giving

• Qualified charitable distributions

• Donor-advised funds

• Honor and memorial gifts

• Corporate/event sponsorships

• Retail gift cards

• New, unopened baby supplies

• New, in-kind donations

Volunteer Opportunities

• Join the BRANCH volunteer group

• Volunteer during fundraisers

• Organize a fundraiser

• Host a diaper drive

• Provide childcare during classes

• Administrative volunteer work

Wish List

• Diapers and pull-ups (newborn to 6T)

• Baby wipes

• New car seats

• New, unopened board games and puzzles

• $25 Walmart gift cards

• $25 Target gift cards

• $25 Amazon gift cards

• $25 family activity gift cards (movie theaters, miniature golf, etc.)

Tammy Green

Jamel J. Hamilton

Kyley Holmstrom

Christine Torres

Needs have changed over 130 years, but it is always about putting children first. Our greatest joy is to be part of each family’s journey.

~ Lana Temple-Plotz, CEO

Officer

The Nebraska Humane Society protects, saves and enriches the lives of animals in the communities we serve.

8929 Fort St., Omaha, NE 68134 (402) 444-7800 | www.nehumanesociety.org

Established in 1875 | Omaha metro area and Sarpy County

Our Impact:

7,789

THE NUMBER OF ANIMALS WHO FOUND ADOPTIVE HOMES IN 2022

663

THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF ANIMALS IN OUR CARE EACH DAY IN 2022

28,356

THE NUMBER OF CALLS DISPATCHED TO ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS IN 2022

~ Attribution for Stats

Our Leadership:

Pam Wiese Interim President & CEO

Nebraska Humane Society

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

The Nebraska Humane Society provides both sheltering services and animal control to Omaha metro area pets and pet owners in need. We offer shelter to animals who have no place to call home and provide vital services to them and to the people who love them. Every year some 20,000 animals find their way through our doors. We return all we can to their owners. To those pets not claimed we offer temporary sanctuary, medical care, behavioral support and evaluation for adoption. Our owner support programs include a free pet food pantry, pet food deliveries for homebound owners, free behavioral help, fostering pets of domestic violence victims, limited financial help for medical issues, and assistance to help with rehoming animals. We annually touch the lives of more than 200,000 people with our message of compassion and humane treatment for all living creatures. We are housed on a 13-acre campus with four buildings, 170 dedicated staff members and 500 volunteers. We work to provide education, give shelter, encourage adoptions and promote responsible pet ownership. You can find our complete story on our website at www.nehumanesociety.org.

Giving Opportunities

You can make a difference for animals right here in our community. As an independent, local nonprofit, NHS

is not funded by national humane or animal welfare organizations. NHS has Charity Navigator’s Four Star designation and GuideStar’s Platinum Seal of Transparency. We offer a variety of giving opportunities from honors and memorials, monthly gifts and workplace giving to IRAs, stocks, and donor advised funds.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Canine Companion: Spend quality time with the dogs by training, enriching, walking and providing companionship.

• Foster Care Provider: Care for babies, or fragile, scared or recovering animals in the calm of your home.

• NHS Ambassador: Helping people and answering questions about pets in the kennels .

• Feline Welfare Specialist: Keep cats comfy and spend time with them to enrich their stay

Wish List

• Pet food for our pantry

• Hard chew toys for our bored dogs

• Soft dog treats

• Large and medium KONGs

• Peanut butter/squeeze cheese for KONGs

• Cat toys

• Licky mats

For 148 years, NHS has served the Omaha area by providing temporary sanctuary for animals and peace of mind for their owners. We are so grateful to our community for supporting the work we do. Without you, we could not provide resources for deserving pets and the people who love them.

~ Pam Wiese

Rehabilitate wildlife for return to the wild, preserve native habitats, and educate about the importance of wildlife and ecosystems and inspire action to protect them

9777 M St., Omaha, NE 68127 (402) 234-2473 | www.nebraskawildliferehab.org

Established in1999 | Nebraska, western Iowa, and beyond

Our Impact:

7,000

WILD ANIMALS ARE RESCUED AND REHABILITATED BY NWR STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS EVERY YEAR

25,000

INDIVIDUALS ARE SERVED ANNUALLY THROUGH EDUCATION PROGRAMS, RESOURCES, AND ONE-ONONE HELP WITH WILDLIFE INQUIRIES

15 COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH PROJECTS TAKE PLACE AT NWR EVERY YEAR, CONTRIBUTING TO WILDLIFE AND PUBLIC HEALTH

Our Leadership:

Nebraska Wildlife Rehab

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

NWR’s mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and release native wild animals back into the wild and to educate people about native wildlife and inspire them to take action to protect it.

NWR’s Baldwin Wildlife Center and Hubbard Family Wildlife Hospital is the most well-equipped wildlife hospital in one of the largest wildlife centers in the U.S. NWR’s skilled veterinary and rehabilitation staff save thousands of animals impacted by human action each year.

As the wildlife partner for the Nebraska Humane Society and other animal control agencies, NWR trains and advises professionals on how to handle wildlife calls safely and humanely.

NWR’s Education Team works with middle school students each week, teaching the importance of our native wildlife and ecosystems, and helping them develop a relationship with nature through a partnership with Collective for Youth. NWR also hosts its own High School Science Academy, providing a unique opportunity for students to partner with university professors, exploring advanced topics in biology.

NWR’s University Internship Program provides students the opportunity to gain skills in wildlife management, animal husbandry, and other fields. NWR’s veterinary externand internship programs give veterinarians hands-on experience in the unique field of wildlife medicine. NWR collaborates with universities, government agencies, and other nonprofits in research that benefits the fields of wildlife health and rehabilitation, public health, and environmental education.

Board of Directors:

Phyllis Futch President

Lynne Baldwin, Ph.D., Vice-President

Erin Baas Treasurer

Amy Campagna Board Member

Giving Opportunities

NWR's donors provide the critical foundation needed to rescue and protect the wildlife of Nebraska and provide opportunities for youth throughout the region. Giving opportunities include:

• Wildlife Medical Fund

• Wildlife research (medical and post-release studies)

• Undergraduate student internships

• Wildlife education programs for secondary students

• Field rescue equipment

• Veterinary externships and internships

• Pre-release caging

Volunteer Opportunities

At NWR, volunteers have the opportunity to help wildlife in a number of ways and make an incredible difference in the lives of wild patients. Volunteer positions include:

• Wildlife transporter

• Wildlife care

• Cage building

• Field rescue

• Special events

• Gardening (at-home or in our prairie)

Wish List

• Field rescue gear (net gun, darting supplies)

• Greenhouses (for growing food and enrichment for wildlife)

• Private land for wildlife release sites

• Amazon Wish List Items

Alexandra Dempsey DVM, Board Member

Patrick Favara Board Member

Jill Sideris Board Member

Laura Stastny Executive Director

NWR works to serve both the wildlife and people of Nebraska – protecting wildlife and public health and promoting understanding of our native animals and ecosystems.

~ Laura Stastny, Executive Director

Phyllis Futch Board President Laura Stastny Executive Director

Transform a Life. Strengthen a Community.

4343 N 52nd St., Omaha, NE 68104 (402) 457-7000 | www.ohb.org

Established in 1920 | Omaha and surrounding communities

Our Impact:

1,250

INDIVIDUAL, GROUP AND FAMILY THERAPY SESSIONS PROVIDED LAST YEAR TO CLIENTS AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY

203

SCHOOL CREDITS EARNED BY STUDENTS AT THE OHB SCHOOL WHERE INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT HELPS STUDENTS THRIVE

668 HOUSING SERVICES AND TRAININGS PROVIDED LAST YEAR HELPED YOUNG ADULTS AND FAMILIES FIND A SAFE, STABLE HOME

Our Leadership:

Jeff DeWispelare President & CEO

Kelsey Ridder Chief Development Officer

Omaha Home for Boys

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Giving Opportunities

At Omaha Home for Boys, we transform lives and strengthen communities. OHB’s mission is to support and strengthen youth, young adults and families through services that inspire and equip them to lead independent, productive lives. Individuals and families often come to OHB in a state of crisis, but with the life-changing programs and services offered at OHB, they are able to grow to become self-sufficient, productive individuals, making the community we all share a more thriving place to live, work and play.

Together with the community’s support, OHB first helps individuals and families meet their basic needs and stabilize so that they can begin to focus on achieving their long-term goals. Core programs at OHB are aimed at helping clients grow in a number of areas including housing, employment, education, basic life skills, mental and behavioral health, and transportation.

Vital community support allowed OHB to expand services in recent years and help even more people in need of housing support and mental health services. The doors opened to three new programs that filled a critical need in our community for affordable housing for young families and mental and behavioral health services in North Omaha. OHB remains committed to adapting to meet the ever-changing needs of the community, just like it has for more than 100 years!

Board of Directors:

Rebecca Atkins Chair

Serenna Russell Vice-Chair

Jason Gustafson Treasurer

Victor Baez Secretary

When you give to OHB, you are not only helping one youth or family achieve stability and thrive, you are also creating a stronger community for us all to share.

• Monetary gifts

• Become a monthly donor

• Host a drive

• Event sponsorships and involvement

• Volunteer

• OHB Friends Group

• Legacy gifts

Find a way to give that speaks to your heart!

Volunteer Opportunities

• Imagine Annual Fundraising Event

• OHB Golf Classic

• Tutoring

• Campus clean-up

• OHB Friends Group

Wish List

• Books, board games and activity sets for teens and young adults

• Gift cards for clothes, backpacks and school supplies

• Hygiene essentials

• Cleaning products

• Kitchen basics

• Bedding

• Essentials for children ages newborn to five years

Randal Behounek

Freddie Clopton

Micah Evans

David Gibbs

Mark Seip

Michael Wilcoxon

Janis Yergan

Without your help, we wouldn’t be the people that we’re aspiring to be. With your help, we are becoming more than what we were in the past. ~ Kenya, OHB Client

O-pa provides the highest quality arts and entertainment experiences; stewardship of the Holland Center, Orpheum Theater and Steelhouse Omaha; and education and community engagement programs.

1200 Douglas St., Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 345-0202 | www.o-pa.org

Established in 2001 | Serving Nebraska, Western Iowa and beyond

Our Impact:

$61,000,000 ESTIMATED ANNUAL ECONOMIC IMPACT OF OMAHA PERFORMING ARTS ON DOUGLAS COUNTY AND THE CITY OF OMAHA

500,000

TOTAL ANNUAL ATTENDANCE AT OMAHA PERFORMING ARTS VENUES AND EVENTS

100,000

NUMBER OF STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS SERVED ANNUALLY THROUGH EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS

Our Leadership:

Omaha Performing Arts

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Omaha Performing Arts (O-pa) is dedicated to creating a vibrant arts and entertainment experience in Omaha and the larger region. O-pa has grown to become the largest arts institution in Nebraska and consistently ranks among the top venues in the country and world. More than 5 and a half million visitors have experienced world-class Broadway, jazz, dance, family and popular performances at the Holland Center and Orpheum Theater. O-pa’s latest venue, Steelhouse Omaha, opened in May 2023, offering a space for local artists and attracting national performers who traditionally skipped over Omaha on their tours. With a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA), the organization strives to reach all parts of the community. O-pa's mission includes enriching the community through education and engagement initiatives. Each year, students and adults from across the region and state engage in a variety of programs, including student matinees, master classes, Disney Musicals in Schools, Musical Explorers, the Nebraska High School Theater Academy, Voices AMPLIFIED!, Hip Hop Lab and more.

The organization isn’t slowing down! Preparation is under way for the expansion of O-pa’s campus through construction of a Center for Arts Engagement. The new building will fill a need for additional rehearsal, workshop and classroom spaces to accommodate expanding education and engagement activities.

Board of Directors:

D. David Slosburg Vice Chair

Michael S. Cassling Vice Chair

Dr. H. Dele Davies

Margaret Lauritzen Dodge

Scott C. Heider

Todd L. Johnson

Giving Opportunities

Individual Gifts

• Support education and community engagement programs

• Help maintain O-pa's venues

Corporate Sponsorships and Corporate Circles of Giving

• Support artists in dance, jazz, Voices AMPLIFIED, Jazz on the Green, Holland Music Club

Major Gifts

• Support capital projects at O-pa’s venues

Planned Gifts

• Secure a vibrant future for the arts in Omaha through an estate gift

Volunteer Opportunities

The Ambassadors

• Provide patrons with quality customer service and a positive entertainment experience

• Support O-pa programs and venues Presenters Circle

• Donate time and talent to support O-pa’s mission

• Fundraise through the biannual Broadway Ball and Stage Party

• Assist with education and community engagement programs

Young Patrons Circle

• Network with O-pa's Young Professionals

• Fundraise through annual Twilight on the Terrace event

• Support O-pa’s education programs

Rodrigo López

Sharlon Rodgers

Rachel Werner

John Gottschalk Chair Emeritus

John K. Boyer Secretary

Arts and entertainment contribute to our community’s quality of life. O-pa offers a wide variety of these performances, plus education and engagement opportunities for all.

~ Joan Squires, President

Joan Squires President Jack Koraleski Board Chair

To partner with the community to provide access to quality health care services for all people.

4920 S 30th St., Omaha, NE 68107 (402) 734-4110 | https://www.oneworldomaha.org/ Established in1970 | Serving the Greater Omaha area

Our Impact:

50,067

UNIQUE PATIENTS SERVED FROM OVER 74 ZIP CODES IN NEBRASKA AND IOWA

178,842

VISITS ACROSS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, DENTAL, MEDICAL AND PATIENT SUPPORT SERVICES

149,698 PRESCRIPTIONS FILLED FOR PATIENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS

~ Data is from January 1, 2022-December 31, 2022.

Our Leadership:

OneWorld Community Health Centers

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

At OneWorld Community Health Centers, we believe that everyone deserves access to the best health care possible, regardless of economic or insurance status. As a national health center quality leader, OneWorld is recognized for excellence in providing medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy and support services. Our team of board-certified clinicians combine state-of-theart practices into an integrated model of health care to provide whole person care.

OneWorld is continually expanding our services and clinical locations to ensure that our patients have access to quality care. In 2023, OneWorld increased access to care for youth and adolescents by opening our first pediatric dental clinic and partnering with Millard South High School to provide on-site traditional behavioral health services for adolescents. These efforts to increase access to care for youth are further supported through OneWorld's five School-Based Health Centers and Medical Mobile Clinic. At OneWorld, each patient is screened for social determinants of health to help address other barriers outside of health care, such as transportation, food insecurity, poverty and discrimintation, that influence every patient's health. At the OneWorld Pharmacy, the innovative multi-dose packaging program is setting patients up for success to take their medications correctly and improve their health outcomes.

At OneWorld, We Care for All People.

Board of Directors:

Thomas Svolos, MD Chairperson

Erik Servellon Vice Chair

Christina Kahler Treasurer

Madeline Moyer Secretary

Giving Opportunities

To volunteer, visit our website. OneWorld volunteers help bring our mission to life. Our volunteers help with a variety of tasks at multiple locations.

In-kind giving non-monetary gifts from our wish list not only supports our mission, but directly helps our patients. Monetary giving helps OneWorld provide services to patients who are in financial need. These needs include child immunizations, physicals, dental visits and more.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Assisting with childcare or English classes at the Learning Community Center of South Omaha

• Assisting with OneWorld events

• Providing basic health screenings at the Mexican Consulate

• Working in our Baby Boutique

• Working on special projects

Wish List

• Diapers, size newborn to 4

• New baby clothing including onesies, socks, hats and complete outfits, size newborn to 12 months

• Gift cards

• Books, English or Spanish preferred

• Warm clothing

Senator Jen Day

Nancy De Santiago, RN

John McCollister

Victoria Mejias

Abby Mohs

Dave Ridder

Armando Salgado

Donna Stewart, Ph.D.

We care for all people because everyone deserves to be supported with their health care.

~ Andrea Skolkin, Chief Executive Officer

Dolores Terwey

Renata Valquier Chavez

Andrea Skolkin CEO

Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission that meets the needs of individuals and families while inspiring HOPE for lasting change.

2828 N 23rd St. E, Omaha, NE 68110 (402) 422-1111 | https://www.opendoormission.org/ Established in 1954 | Serving the Omaha metro and Southwest Iowa area.

Our Impact: 917

SAFE, SHELTER BEDS ARE PROVIDED DAILY TO THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS

4,747

NUTRITIOUS MEALS ARE PROVIDED DAILY TO THOSE EXPERIENCING HUNGER

1,000

PEOPLE LIVING IN POVERTY WHO RECEIVE HOMELESS PREVENTIVE SERVICES DAILY, EMPOWERING THEM TO REMAIN IN THEIR OWN HOMES

Our Leadership:

Candace Gregory President/CEO

Open Door Mission

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 917 safe, shelter beds to people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals to feed the hungry, and provides homeless preventive resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty to empower them to remain in their own homes.

Giving Opportunities

• Hungry for Food, Hungry for New Life: Provide 10 hot, nutritious meals for men, women, and children experiencing hunger and homelessness for just $21.50.

• Heartland Hands Club: Faithful donors who commit to a monthly gift providing basic needs to those experiencing homelessness.

• Memorials and Honorariums: Gifts can be made to Open Door Mission in honor of or in memory of a loved one.

Volunteer Opportunities

Schedule your life-changing volunteer experience today! We have a variety of opportunities for every age, group size, and gifting.

• Impact Maker & Food Helper - Empower families living in poverty by volunteering in our Outreach Centers.

• Meal Server & Meal Prep - Serve or prepare nutritious food to those experiencing hungry and homelessness in our Community Kitchen.

• Friends of the Mission Volunteer Club

Wish List

• Toddler toys

• $10.00 gift cards to Walmart or Target

• Matchbox and HotWheels car sets

• Sports balls

• Board games and puzzles

• Lego sets

Open Door Mission is celebrating almost a 70-year legacy of faith, volunteerism, philanthropy, partnerships, and changed lives, and even more is yet to come!

~ Candace Gregory, President/CEO

Board of Directors:

Candace Gregory President/CEO

George Akers

Chairman

Jon C. Gum

Treasurer

Kelly Loneman Vice Chairman

Debbie Blank

Secretary

Ryan Gratopp Board Member

Jim Gabrielson

Past Chairman

Steven Gunderson Board Member

Ted Callier Director Emeritus

Perry Poyner

Past Chairman

Karen Snow Board Member

Alana Hallaert Board Member

Chris Conrad Board Member

Susan Loerts Board Member

Empowering people living with vision loss with the skills and tools to achieve their goals.

4125 S 72nd St., Omaha, NE 68127 (531) 365-5051 | https://www.outlooken.org

Established in 2019 | Nebraska and Western Iowa

Outlook Enrichment

Our Impact:

35,000

THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 35,000 PEOPLE LIVING WITH VISION LOSS IN NEBRASKA

15,000

THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 15,000 PEOPLE IN THE OMAHA METRO AREA LIVING WITH VISION LOSS

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Our goal is to help people on their journey beyond vision. Helping them realize they can do more than they ever imagined. We aspire to be the first place people in our community and beyond to turn when seeking resources that empower those who are blind and those losing their sight.

Giving Opportunities

Outlook Enrichment donors generate philanthropic support to fund equipment, activities, and a wide range of programs. Opportunities include: Major gifts, annual gifts, event sponsorships and partnerships, endowment and planned giving, board, memorials and tributes.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Tee It Up Fore Sight Golf Tournament

• Vision Beyond Sight Gala

• Board

• Tandem bike captains

Wish List

• Raffle prizes

• Auction items

• Time

• Sponsorships

Our Leadership:

Stueckrath CEO Nina Rongisch Executive Director

Board of Directors:

Wade Watts Chairperson

Susanne Waltermeyer Assistant Secretary

Nancy Kurtenbach Treasure/Secretary

Ali George Director

Kevin Loberg Director

Eric Stueckrath Director

Denene Turner Director

Ashley Quade Director

Seth Cave Director

Outlook profoundly affects the blind and visually impaired. Regardless of when vision loss occurred, we're dedicated to enabling the life you deserve.

~ Nina Rongisch, Director of Fund Development

Eric

To engage and inspire students from preschool to graduation, guiding them to success with individualized support, career exploration and scholarships.

1004 Farnam St., Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 930-9000 | https://www.p4k.org

Established in 1989 | Omaha metro area

Our Impact:

92% OF P4K HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS GRADUATED IN 2023

92% PERSISTENCE RATE FOR POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION

30,000+ MINUTES OF INDIVIDUAL CASE MANAGEMENT WERE CONDUCTED IN 2023

Our Leadership:

Debbie Denbeck President/CEO

Cheryl Murray Director of Development

Partnership 4 Kids

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

We're Partnership 4 Kids, a youth development nonprofit with 35 years of experience providing college bound mentoring and goal setting programs for Omaha youth. Simply stated, we help cultivate tomorrow's workforce through academic support, postsecondary exploration, and career readiness.

Today, P4K serves more than 3,000 students, prekindergarten through postsecondary education, growing up in under-resourced neighborhoods. At no cost to students or their families, P4K helps youth to develop hope and trust, both of which are critical to a young person’s ability to plan for the future. Partnership 4 Kids is strengthening the community by providing students access to academic support, postsecondary preparation, career exploration opportunities and professional skill-building workshops. We aim to transform the future of Omaha through educational advancement and student success.

Using a unique combination of goal setting, mentoring, academic support, postsecondary planning and career exploration,P4K helps participants begin to master valuable life skills such as positive decision-making, selfadvocacy, conflict management, and healthy relationship building. P4K also ensures every program participant receives access to experiences and resources they need to achieve their academic and professional goals.

We engage, enlighten, and encourage students from preschool through graduation.

• We engage through mentoring, evidence-based programming, and relationship-building.

• We enlighten through goal setting and career exploration.

• We encourage through long-term support and scholarships. Through this unique combination of program interventions, community collaboration and supportive

Board of Directors:

Mr. Thompson H. Rogers

Chairman of the Board

Dr. Ward Chambers

Chairman Emeritus

Mr. Michael B. Yanney

Founder Emeritus

Dr. Gail Walling Yanney Co-Founder

Dr. Juan Casas

Program Committee Chair

Dr. Monique Cribbs

Ms. Mary Ann Holland

mentors and role-models P4K is placing more of Omaha’s young people on a pathway to success.

Giving Opportunities

Donations of all kinds have an immeasurable impact on P4K’s ability to engage and inspire Omaha’s youth from preschool to graduation. We gratefully accept gifts of cash, in-kind, employee match, sponsorship, reoccurring, planned gifts and more.

Not sure where to start? Call P4K at 402-930-3000 to discuss how your support can help place Omaha's young people on a path to success.

Volunteer Opportunities

• P4K is continuously welcoming dedicated volunteers!

• Middle and high school mentors meet with their mentees twice a month and pursue career exploration and postsecondary planning.

• Book Buddies read to elementary students (grades Pre-K through 4) twice monthly, helping to advance their literacy goals.

• Goal Buddies help 5th & 6th graders achieve reading, life skills, and attendance benchmarks through goal setting activities.

Wish List

• Donations of time, talent or treasure

• Become a P4K community partner or corporate sponsor

• Follow Partnership 4 Kids on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn

• Provide job shadow experiences, internships, and/or business tours

• Attend and/or sponsor an event

Mr. Curtis Johnson

Mr. Thomas Warren

Ms. Meaghan Gandy

Legal Advisor

Ms. Carol Russell

Ms. Nicole Leathers

Mr. Bradley D. Pfeifer MHA FACHE

Senator Tony Vargas

Mr. Stephen Wade Finance Committee Chair

Ms. Melissa Marvin

Deliver life-changing rehabilitation and care. Protect dignity, instill purpose, and create hope.

Commit to excellence.

6404 N 70th Plz., Omaha, NE 68104 (402) 573-3700 | https://www.teamqli.com

Established in 1990 | Serving nationwide

Our Impact: 48

STATES AND FOUR COUNTRIES HAVE SENT CLIENTS TO OMAHA FOR OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART PROGRAM

88% OF CLIENTS WHO PARTICIPATE IN QLI’S CUTTING-EDGE PROGRAM RETURN HOME FOLLOWING INJURY

99% OF FAMILIES SERVED SAY THEY WOULD RECOMMEND QLI'S SERVICES TO ANOTHER FAMILY

Our Leadership:

QLI

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

The people we serve are just like you – parents, students, employees. A lightning bolt, a mosquito bite, a car accident, or a fall. Within seconds and without warning they were forced to begin fighting to rebuild the life they once lived. With a focus on hope and optimism, the team at QLI works tirelessly alongside of those affected by brain and spinal cord injuries to fight with them every step of the way. The only program of our kind in the nation, our team of expert clinicians strives to deliver life-changing rehabilitation and care for every individual that enters our campus.

With 420 team members, a beautiful 65-acre campus, and over 30 years of innovation in the brain and spinal cord rehabilitation industry, we serve clients from coast to coast who travel to Omaha for our stateof-the-art program. Blending the highest level of medical expertise with the art of rebuilding lives, the team at QLI is focused on the future.

Voted #1 Best Place to Work an unprecedented seven times and with countless other accolades, we pride ourselves on creating an environment with a strong sense of belonging for our clients and team members. For more information on joining the QLI community, please visit www.TeamQLI.com.

Board

of Directors:

Giving Opportunities

Several parts of our programming run on philanthropic support including Life Path Services, rehabilitation technology and work force development. To support any of these programs

• Donate online at www.TeamQLI.com/donate

• Contact Julia Bailey to discuss personalized giving options julia.bailey@QLIomaha.com

• Send a check, attention Julia Bailey

Volunteer Opportunities

• Companion volunteering

• Group volunteering

• Corporate volunteering

• Contact Jen Karolski at jkarolski@QLIomaha.com

Wish List

• Rehabilitation Technology Fund

• Life Path Services Program

• Work Force Development Program

• Event sponsorships

Everyone here wants nothing but the best for their patients. They go above and beyond to help and it is a collaborative team of professionals versed in their respective fields. It’s specialty care at its finest!

Walt

Patricia Kearns President and CEO Nash Mahupete Vice President of Residential Services

Providing hope and restoration for victims and survivors of human trafficking and exploitation.

5150 N 90th St., Omaha, NE 68134 (531) 213-2663 | https://restoredwings.org/ Established in 2012 | Serving Nebraska and survivors throughout the United States

Our Impact: 367

RW SERVED 367 TRAFFICKING SURVIVORS IN 2022

1,978.95

RW PROVIDED 1,978.95 HOURS OF PROGRAMMING FOR SURVIVORS OF SEX TRAFFICKING IN THE RW PROGRAM IN 2022

1,184

RW PROVIDED 1, 184 HOURS OF THERAPY MODALITIES FOR SURVIVORS OF SEX TRAFFICKING IN 2022

Our Leadership:

Julie A. Shrader

Founder/CEO

Janel Reeves Operations Manager

Restored Wings

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Restored Wings is a nonprofit organization committed to providing hope and restoration to individuals who have been trafficked and sexually exploited in Nebraska and throughout the country. We empower survivors of human trafficking to lead healthy and independent lives. Restored Wings assists in the prevention of future human trafficking by providing a trauma-informed short and long-term housing recovery program while helping to restore their physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Giving Opportunities

You can give time, talent, and treasure. Giving funds helps us provide her with program supplies, medications, food, and other needed resources. We accept stock donations as well as vehicles, legacy, animal supplies, and feed.

Board of Directors:

Tim Anstead Board Chair/ Interim Treasurer

Samantha Nieto Secretary

Don Rowe

Volunteer Opportunities

We have many volunteer opportunities. Bring a group to do yard work, paint, landscaping, build, or clean up the properties. We need volunteer mentors, educators, class or group leaders, animal caretakers, groundskeepers, committee members, and equine therapists.

Wish List

• Farm equipment and supplies

• New twin beds and bedding

• Canned goods and nonperishables

• Gas cards

• School supplies

• Good and working computers and laptops

• Horse and cattle feed

• Gift cards from Walmart

Shannon Prososki

Ashley Young

Jessica Mass

Paige Ritter

Tim Dunning

Darren Harsin

Gina Thomes

Julie's compassion, advocacy, and leadership have transformed the way society perceives and addresses human trafficking, leaving an indelible impact on individuals, communities and initiative.

~ Ashley Young, RW Board Member

We have a mission to be a steward of economic and social sustainability in the communities we serve.

7148 Towne Center Pkwy., Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 829-6661 | https://www.sacfoundation.net/ Established in 2016 | Serving Nebraska and Iowa

Our Impact:

$141,397.50

TOTAL AMOUNT GIVEN SINCE FOUNDING IN 2016

76 ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS SUPPORTED $56,322.63

DONATED IN 2022 TOWARDS MILITARY AND VETERAN ORGANIZATIONS, PROGRAMS, AND ACTIVITIES

SAC Foundation

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

SAC Foundation is the charitable arm of Cobalt Credit Union and a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are a separate, independent entity operated by our own Board of Directors comprised of Cobalt Credit Union employees. We have a mission to be a steward of economic and social sustainability in the communities we serve.

SAC Foundation’s volunteer outreach and financial giving focuses on two areas:

• Financial education and educational programs that teach financial literacy

• Economic and social programs in support of the military

Cobalt Credit Union has a long-standing commitment to being a community partner that makes an impact through financial giving and volunteer outreach. At the beginning of 2016, a volunteer committee of Cobalt Credit Union employees met with the goal of establishing a charitable arm for the credit union.

Giving Opportunities

SAC Foundation has a dedicated focus on two areas: financial literacy and supporting the military. Expanding one's financial knowledge doesn't happen overnight, nor does it ever end. Becoming financially literate takes a lifetime of learning and experience. Opportunities include:

• Annual fundraising

• Military family christmas gift fundraising

• Veteran and deployment care packages

• Financial Literacy Challenge

Volunteer Opportunities

Foundation's Annual Charity Golf Event

Wish List

• 2024 Annual Charity Golf Event

• Monetary donations at sacfoundation.net

Our Leadership:

Board of Directors:

The SAC Foundation is committed to empowering lives through financial literacy and honoring our military heritage. Together, we build a stronger future.

~ Keli Wragge, Board Chair

Keli Wragge Board Chair

Provide a continuum of care that empowers women to live productively drug and alcohol free.

401 S 39th St., Omaha, NE 68131 (402) 558-7088 | www.santamonicahouse.org

Established in 1972 | Serving Nebraska with emphasis on Region 6

Our Impact:

3,000 +

WOMEN SERVED BY SANTA MONICA SINCE 1972

89% OF WOMEN REMAIN CLEAN AND SOBER THROUGHOUT OUR TWO-YEAR PROGRAM

75% OF WOMEN OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT DURING THEIR TREATMENT AT SANTA MONICA

Santa Monica, Inc.

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Santa Monica provides a full continuum of care that partners with women on their journey to recovery. Our model thoughtfully steps women down through four levels of care that decrease in intensity and increase in independence. Women under the Santa Monica umbrella of care can be with us for up to two years as they gain stabilization mentally, emotionally, socially and physically. Our programs utilize evidence based curriculum combined with strength based therapeutic approaches. Studies show that the longer women remain in a structured and accountable setting, they have an exponentially increased chance for long-term sobriety. We provide a home-like setting that allows for a gradual reunification with loved ones, creation of a new sober foundation of support, and practice implementing life skills on a daily basis. These are all integral pieces of the journey to recovery. At Santa Monica we embrace a holistic experience, so we are treating all areas of the women's lives, not just the substance misuse, mental health and trauma. A dedicated, professional and passionate team of staff see their work with the women as an opportunity, not a job. The ripple effect of impact made carries from Santa Monica to the farthest reaches of our community. This

work touches the lives of people who do not realize it, to those who live it and to those without reprieve.

Giving Opportunities

Giving opportunities with Santa Monica can meet every type of donor. While monetary donations are always welcome, we are consistently in need of all hygiene products, linens such as new or gently used towels and bedding; household items to furnish one of our supported transitional living apartments; clothing, shoes, and undergarments for all sizes; and seasonal needs like winter and summer wear.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Preparation of a fully furnished apartment; cleaning, staging

• Yard work including weeding and spring planting

Wish List

Hygiene: women's sanitary items, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, deodorant, razors, lotion, makeup, body spray, face wash, washcloth, loofas, face cloth

Our Leadership:

Heather Kirk Executive Director

Shannon Motter Assistant Director/Clinical Director

Board of Directors:

Robert Worrell President

Edith Peebles President Elect

Robert Tatten Treasurer

Mika Keller Assistant Treasurer

Jessica Messerschmidt Secretary

Stephanie Tiritilli Assistant Secretary

Shannah Blankenship Liaison

Christina Farquhar

Lily Ealy

Dr. John Lehnhoff

John Snodgrass

Kim Fender

If we acknowledge that productive may look different in today's world, we give potency to those we serve by pulling together as a united front.

~ Heather Kirk, Executive Director

4107 Waverly Rd., Murray, NE 68409

(402) 709-9401 | https://www.scatterjoyacres.org

Established in 2006 | Serving Nebraska and Western Iowa

Our Impact:

10,425

PET VISITS TO SENIORS AND VETERANS

3,437

INDIVIDUALS SERVED IN OUR ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY PROGRAM

202 ANIMALS RESCUED

Our Leadership:

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

SJA is a 15-acre ranch in Murray, Nebraska, that serves as home to over 60 rescued animals. These animals are trained as therapy animals. In spite of the fact that many of these animals were formerly abused or neglected, they do not judge our us by our intellect or appearance.

SJA provides services for seniors, veterans, the developmentally disadvantaged, at-risk youth and many others.

Giving Opportunities

• Be a hay maker and help provide hay for our animals.

• Sponsorship of animals.

• Sponsorship of Animal Assisted Therapy Program.

Volunteer Opportunities

Most volunteers assist with caring for the animals. However, other areas of need for help are with carpentry, landscaping, gardening, maintenance, cleaning, cooking, errands, administration, gathering, cutting and splitting wood for winter, assistance with youth who come to the ranch, fencing, electrical, plumbing. We are open to consider any other skills or experience visitors may have to offer.

Wish List

• Square bales of hay

• Gift Cards to Tractor Supply/Bomgaars

• Gentle Giant dog food

• Friskies cat food

• Cat litter

Board of Directors:

Cristi

My first loves were the animals who became my closest childhood friends and confidants when I felt I had no one else to turn to.

~ Joy Bartling

Siena Francis House welcomes and empowers those experiencing homelessness to navigate their own path to housing.

1401 N 18th St. Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 341-1821 | https://www.sienafrancis.org

Established in 1975 | Omaha metro area

Our Impact:

400,000

Siena Francis House

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Giving Opportunities

BY

Our Leadership:

The Cottages, a development by Siena Francis House, will create 50 new houses for individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness and have a disability. Located at 1528 N. 16th St. in downtown Omaha, the homes will be part of a new community encouraging housing stability and community integration.

In the midst of a statewide housing and homeless crisis. The Cottages will provide urgently needed permanent supportive housing to 50 individuals who need supportive services and rent affordability. Residents will have leases with all of the rights and responsibilities of a market-rate rental.

Residents for The Cottages will come from our Siena Francis House apartments and the Metro Area Continuum of Care Coordinated Entry System priority list. Rental subsidies will be provided through a Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant, Douglas County General Assistance Vouchers, and tenant-based section 8 vouchers.

Since 1975, the Siena Francis House has been welcoming individuals experiencing homelessness in the Omaha Community. By providing basic needs, dignity, and compassion, we empower individuals to navigate their own path to housing. As the only lowbarrier shelter in the State of Nebraska, we believe in unconditional acceptance and that dignity and respect are human rights. Our 400-bed Emergency Shelter is the most basic service we provide that offers three meals a day, a shower, clean clothes, and access to case management services. Our team of case managers is available to all our guests and provides the support and resources they need to remove the barriers that prevent them from being housed. For those struggling with mental illness and/or addiction, our 200-bed Miracles Addiction Treatment and Recovery Program is free of charge to anyone willing to break free from the cycles of addiction. The Siena Francis House also provides 98 permanent supportive housing units through the Siena Apartments and The Cottages for chronically homeless individuals living with a disability.

Siena Francis House has served the community for 50 years with a proven track record of providing quality services and managing housing with excellence for the benefit of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. The Cottages began through a partnership with Arch Icon and utilized investments from the City of Omaha and the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority. Development partners include the Midwest Housing Equity Group, Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture, Metropolitan Community College, and American National Bank. On-going operations and program partnerships include HUD, Douglas County General Assistance and Charles Drew Health Care Center. We are grateful to these wonderful partners to make it possible to provide homes to end homelessness.

Through collaboration and the generous support of the Omaha community, the Siena Francis House has established programs and services that go to the root of homelessness to provide education, job training, counseling, and hope. We are forever grateful to our loyal corps of donors and volunteers who allow us to do this important work, and we encourage those who are unfamiliar with our programs and services to learn more about how the Siena Francis House brings hope and housing to the homeless.

In 2020, the number of our guests who were experiencing chronic homelessness (without shelter for one year) guests at Siena Francis House was 26%. As we come to the end of 2023, that number exceeds 40%. Although we successfully house more individuals every year, the number of those experiencing homelessness continues to grow. A gift to support our general operating fund allows us to provide these critical services for the most vulnerable and marginalized people in our community.

Features of the development include:

• Efficiency units, averaging 250 sq. ft. that include private kitchens and bathrooms.

• An innovative alternative to standard affordable multifamily or single family housing especially appropriate for housing the homeless offering green space, community gathering spaces, laundry facilities, bike storage and secure access.

• A good transitional design in the neighborhood from urban commercial to single family residential.

Volunteer Opportunities

• On-site supportive services to maximize housing stability for tenants.

• Rental subsidies.

Volunteers make a tremendous difference at our organization everyday. If you are wondering how to help the thousands of people we serve each year, Siena Francis House offers a variety of meaningful volunteer opportunities such as meal service, kitchen prep, and sorting and organizing donations.

Total project costs $8.7 MILLION

You can sign up to volunteer using our website or the link below www.sienafrancis.volunteerhub.com

Wish List

• Men and women's underwear

• Bath towels

• Twin-size bed sheets

• Pain relief medication

• Personal hygiene items

Ann

May

May

Leonard

May

May

Cary

Phillip

Stephen Center partners with individuals, families and the community to overcome homelessness, substance abuse and mental health concerns.

2723 Q St., Omaha, NE 68107 (402) 731-0238 | https://www.stephencenter.org

Established in 1984 | Serving Douglas, Sarpy and Pottawattamie counties

Stephen Center

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Our Impact:

1,300

AND FAMILIES SERVED ANNUALLY

51,000

Our Leadership:

Stephen Center, located in South Omaha, serves a highly vulnerable population with acute physical, behavioral and mental health issues in the metropolitan area. This population ranges from homeless men, women, and children to individuals suffering from mental illness and/or addiction. Stephen Center operates the community’s only “recovery housing” projects which are defined by HUD as “housing models that utilize substance use-specific services, peer support, and physical design features to support individuals and families on a particular path to recovery from addiction”.

Services are provided through three distinct, CARF accredited programs: Pettigrew Emergency Shelter, Permanent Supportive Housing apartments and the HERO Substance Abuse Treatment program.

Stephen Center’s goal is to increase housing stability for Pettigrew Emergency Shelter and Permanent Supportive Housing clients with a focus on supportive services, case management, therapeutic and crisis intervention services to address critical mental health, addiction and housing issues of clients. These services lead to the stabilization necessary to work toward and achieve permanent housing destinations for clients.

Board of Directors:

Michael Wehling

Chief Executive Officer

Jennifer Woodward President

Bill Birkel

Vice President

Madeline Moyer

Past President

Grant Empson Treasurer

Jude Knipper Secretary

Giving Opportunities

• Monetary donations for shelter operations

• Holiday Merry Mart

• Planned gifts

• Guild annual gala

• Donation drives

Volunteer Opportunities

• Food, clothing and supply drives

• Office assistant/front door host

• Meal preparation and service

• Laundry attendant

Wish List

• Coffee

• Twin sheet sets

• Pillows

• Hygiene items

• Laundry baskets

• Coffee

• Sweatpants (all sizes)

Krystal Vuong-Wegner Member at Large

James Ambrose Member

David Amburn Member

Steve Eulie Member

Dr. Donna Faber Member

Angela Langenfeld Member

Shannon McNeil Member

Louis Olivera Member

Hallie Talley Member

Michael

Teri

Provide relevant educational and entertaining opportunities within the region that exceed customer expectations, while preserving our community’s vibrant cultural history.

801 S 10th St., Omaha, NE 68108 (402) 444-5071 | www.DurhamMuseum.org

Established in 1975 | Our primary focus is within a 75-mile radius of the Omaha metro area

Our Impact: 3

THE DURHAM IS HOUSED IN OMAHA’S UNION STATION, ONE OF ONLY 3 NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARKS IN DOUGLAS COUNTY

22

THE NUMBER OF YEARS THE DURHAM HAS BEEN AN AFFILIATE OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION

70,000+ STUDENTS AND TEACHERS PARTICIPATING IN THE MUSEUM’S EDUCATION PROGRAMS ANNUALLY, INCLUDING FIELD TRIPS AND DIGITAL LEARNING

~ Attribution for Stats

Our Leadership:

Christi Janssen

Executive Director

John K. Boyer Chairman of the Board of Directors

The Durham Museum

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

The Durham Museum is Omaha’s home to history. Housed in historic Union Station, it is a place where visitors of all ages can connect to our community’s past, present and future. The museum’s impact is seen daily in the faces of students visiting Union Station for the first time and families in the galleries exploring history together, making memories along the way.

Giving Opportunities

• Become a Museum Member

• Make a gift to the Annual Fund

• Honor a friend or loved one with an engraved brick

• Support our exhibitions, events and education programs

• Leave a lasting legacy with a planned gift to the museum

Volunteer Opportunities

• Visitor Experience: Volunteers help greet and assist guests at the admissions desk and gift shop.

• Visitor Engagement: Volunteers serve as docents, gallery guides, train car hosts and more!

• Behind the Scenes: Volunteers keep the museum on track by assisting with exhibition installation, digitizing in the photo archive, assembling mailings and more.

• Events Volunteers: Enjoy our signature events while volunteering in the galleries and activity stations.

Wish List

• Gifts to the Annual Fund

• Sponsored field trips

• Union Station Building Maintenance Fund

• Good Neighbor Membership Fund

• Durham Society Members

Learning comes alive for our students and inspires them in ways I cannot within our classroom walls.

~ Educator

Board of Directors:

John K. Boyer

Chairman

Rodrigo Lopez

Secretary

Stephanie Daubert

Treasurer

Avner M. Applbaum

Timothy R. Crockett

Todd A. Foje

Ken Keegan

Bradley L. Knuth

Beverly Kracher

Joe Lempka

Scott Moore

John P. Nelson

Mary Ann O’Brien

Lisa Olson

Mary Reckmeyer

Danny Begley

Ex-Officio Member

Emeritus Members

Richard R. Bell

John K. Wilson

The mission of The Salvation Army is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

10755 Burt St., Omaha, NE 68114 (402) 898-7700 | www.salarmyomaha.org

Established in 1865 | Serving the greater Omaha metropolitan area

Our Impact:

27,000

MEALS DISTRIBUTED THROUGH THE COMMUNITY CARE KITCHEN AT NORTH CORPS COMMUNITY CENTER

13,031

TOYS DISTRIBUTED TO CHILDREN IN NEED AROUND THE OMAHA METRO AREA DURING THE 2022 CHRISTMAS SEASON

2,700+

CHILDREN AGES PRESCHOOL THROUGH 12TH GRADE WHO PARTICIPATED IN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AT THE CORPS COMMUNITY CENTERS

Our Leadership:

The Salvation Army

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

The Salvation Army of Omaha is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Its three community centers

— Omaha Citadel Corps, Omaha North Corps and the Omaha Kroc Center — as well as the Burrows Center and Renaissance Village, are uniquely situated to meet the diverse needs of our metro-area neighborhoods. The Salvation Army is often the last resort for thousands of the most vulnerable people in the metro area. The need is extremely high right now as the ongoing inflation crisis further stretches families' budgets for basics such as food, clothing and gas. The organization sustains the bodies, minds and spirits of our most vulnerable neighbors through its core programs: food and material assistance, youth development, housing, behavioral health, older adult services, anti-human trafficking and emergency disaster services.

Giving Opportunities

• Online Donations: When you give locally, you ensure your neighbors get the help they need.

• Red Kettle Campaign: Give to the red kettles at locations throughout the Omaha metro during November and December

• Planned Gifts: Bequests, charitable gift annuities, and gifts of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or property are some of the legacy gifts that will impact lives for years to come.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Bell Ringing: Choose your preferred location and time by visiting registertoring.com.

• Winter Night Watch: Serve the hungry and homeless December through February.

• Back-to-School Backpack Program: Help organize and sort school supplies, and stuff backpacks.

• Food Pantry: Sort food items, stock shelves or assist clients with shopping.

• Disaster Services: Help respond to local disasters by distributing food and supplies, aiding clean-up efforts and more.

Wish List

• Monetary donations — give online at salarmyomaha.org

• Corporate partnerships

• Nonperishable foods and bottled water

• New backpacks and school supplies

• New summer fans

Dr. Viv Ewing

Chair

Mike Cassling

Executive Committee: Advisory Board Members:

Brad von Gillern

Jim Huerter

Fred Hunzeker

Dan Kennelly

Kari Kirchhoefer

Wende Kotouc

Denise

Shawn Oswald

Dr. Joann Schaefer

Ana Lopez Shalla

Mark Nelson

Kathy O’Connor

Aaron Schapper Valmont

Jim Smith

Dr. Maria Vazquez

Mayor Jean Stothert

City of Omaha

Carrie Zoucha

Maj. Scott Shelbourn Divisional Leader

Maj. Jolinda Shelbourn Divisional Leader

United Way of the Midlands UNITES our community's CARING SPIRIT to build a STRONGER tomorrow.

2201 Farnam St., Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 342-8232 | https://www.UnitedWayMidlands.org

Established in1923 | Serving the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro

Our Impact:

150

NONPROFIT PROGRAMS UWM FUNDS IN THE OMANA-COUNCIL BLUFFS METRO

40,000+

NUMBER OF INDIVIDUAL DONORS WHO SUPPORT UWM ANNUALLY

5,000

SHINE BRIGHT HYGIENE KITS ASSEMBLED FOR LOCAL STUDENTS SO THEY CAN START THE SCHOOL YEAR WITH CONFIDENCE

~ UWM Community Impact & Analytics Department

Our Leadership:

United Way of the Midlands

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

For 100 years, United Way of the Midlands (UWM) has served the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro by bringing together the business and not-for-profit sectors to create a Circle of Support that helps our neighbors overcome difficult challenges and start building a better future. We work together with our local partners to raise funds to directly support immediate needs – creating long-term pathways to improve economic mobility. And, UWM funds more than 150 nonprofit programs and direct services to address social and economic disparities and meet families’ essential needs such as healthy food, safe and stable housing, physical and mental health services, career preparation and job training.

Giving Opportunities

A gift of any amount helps create a Circle of Support to assist our neighbors with difficult challenges and start building a brighter future – right here in the metro. You can:

• Give through your company or organization’s United Way campaign

Board of Directors:

Avi Atholi

Pam Beall-Hill

Women United Liaison

Chanda Chacón

Anna Cramer

Matt DeBoer

Josh Dixon

Bob Gunia

Gladys Harrison

Carol Henrichs

Sal Isaaka

Ty Krietman

Emerging Leaders Board Liaison

Derek Leathers

• Make a gift to the Forever United Fund

• Give online at UnitedWayMidlands.org/Donate

Volunteer Opportunities

Go to: UnitedWayMidlands.org/Volunteer to see how you can participate in an existing volunteer project, organize a custom corporate volunteer project or assemble kits for people in need.

United Way Events & Opportunities

• Shine Bright

• Day of Caring

• Good on the Go projects

• Custom projects

• Holiday Helpers – November and December

Upcoming Events • Items of Note

• Go Fore the Green

• Annual Meeting

• Blue Collar Boxing

• Holiday Helpers

Chris Leitner

Paul Maass

Clark Ponthier

Jim Richardson

Dr. Andrew Rikli

Tracy Schaefer

Joseph Sullivan III

Dina Tilgner

Eric Tiritilli

Gretchen Twohig

Randy Wood

Shawna Forsberg President and CEO Brian Woolfolk UWM Board Chair

VNA delivers expert, compassionate care to under-resourced individuals and families in our community.

Visiting Nurse Association

12565 W Center Rd., Omaha, NE 68144 (402) 930-4000 | www.vnatoday.org

Established in 1896 | Douglas, Sarpy, Pottawattamie Counties

Our Impact:

40,884 NUMBER OF PEOPLE SERVED LAST YEAR

10,885

FLU SHOTS, COVID VACCINATIONS, AND MPOX VACCINATIONS GIVEN LAST YEAR 127

THE NUMBER OF YEARS VNA HAS PROVIDED HEALTHCARE, WHEREVER PEOPLE CALL HOME

~ Attribution for Stats

Our Leadership:

Jason Hansen

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Visiting Nurse Association provides healthcare and supportive services to people who are uninsured, under-resourced, and otherwise unable to access care. We provide care wherever people in our community call home: for some, that is a homeless shelter or domestic violence shelter; for others, it is low-income housing, multi-generational homes, or homes where one has lived the majority of their adulthood and, with our help, can remain there. By serving people in their homes, VNA observes issues that co-exist with physical health, including food insecurity, etc. Our team goes where others don't, serves who others won't, and sees what others might not see in a clinical healthcare setting.

Delivering compassionate care

Every day, we deliver compassionate care wherever our clients call home.

Today, we’re meeting you in your home, inviting you to learn about the inventive and personalized ways that VNA improved the health of our community this past year, serving clients with greater needs and less access to care.

Scan this code or visit the URL below to read our 2022 annual report. vnatoday.org/annualreport

Giving Opportunities

• Personal donations provide direct care to VNA clients.

• VNA's annual Art & Soup event raises money to provide nurses in every local homeless and domestic violence shelter

• VNA's Golf Fore the Cause tournament raises money to provide nurses, social workers, and parent coaches for young mothers and their children.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Art & Soup

• Golf Fore the Cause

Board of Directors:

Jason Hansen Chair

Elizebeth Murphy Vice Chair

Richard Secor Secretary

Sean Winekauf Treasurer

Harris Frankel, MD

Roger Kobayashi, MD

Fawn Bottolfson

Kate Bruzzano

Kelly Butts-Elston

Jessie Fechner

Craig Flanagan

William Foley

Jenny Jacobsen

Sue Nuss

Jeanne Rice

Marcos Rodriguez

We advocate for equitable opportunity for children in Nebraska through research, policy, and community engagement.

319 S 17th St., Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 597-3100 | https://www.voicesforchildren.com

Established in 1987 | Serving children and families throughout Nebraska.

Our Impact:

4,500

HOUSEHOLDS RETAINED ACCESS TO SNAP IN 2023 WHO WOULD HAVE LOST BENEFITS AND FACED GREATER FOOD UNCERTAINTY

Over 2,000 YOUTH EACH YEAR SEE THEIR CASES START IN JUVENILE RATHER THAN CRIMINAL COURT WITH ACCESS TO REHABILITATIVE INTERVENTIONS

82.3 % OF CHILDREN IN NEBRASKA FOSTER CARE ARE NOW PLACED WITH AT LEAST ONE SIBLING

Our Leadership:

Voices for Children in Nebraska

HOW WE ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

Children are our state’s greatest resource, and the decisions our leaders make about them impact our collective future.

Our policy priorities are guided by research, data, and proven best practices that improve child well-being.

We pay close attention to the impact of race, socioeconomic status, and geography, and seek to remove barriers to opportunity within these areas: child welfare, economic stability, health and juvenile justice.

As the independent, non-partisan voice for children, we are not funded by state, federal, city or county dollars. Instead, we are generously supported by people and organizations that want to make a positive difference for Nebraska's kids.

Giving Opportunities

• Make a donation to make it possible for us to continue to advocate on behalf of Nebraska's children and families

• Sponsor/attend our annual gala and other events

• Giving Tuesday

Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteer for our annual gala

• Contact your state senator on behalf of Nebraska's children and families

• Galvanize your networks and communities to be a voice for Nebraska's children and families

Wish List

• Donations

• Community activism on behalf of children and families

• Sponsorships for our events

• In-kind donations for our events

• Join our AdvoKID listserv

• Connect us with young people in the community

• Like and Follow us on social media – Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Tik Tok

Board of Directors:

Bruce Meyers

For more than 36 years, Voices for Children in Nebraska has positively impacted -- without hyperbole -- hundreds of thousands of Nebraska kids and families.

MIDLANDS business journal

Giving Guide 2024

Fundraising events benefiting area nonprofits will take place throughout 2024.

Look ahead for activities you enjoy—from fun to formal—and also to see how you can support your favorite charities or make new connections to our nonprofit community. Be sure to visit our website, SpiritofOmaha.com, for updates and to keep informed of new events.

Nonprofit event register

Business Ethics Alliance

We build leadership, strengthen organizations, and elevate Greater Omaha through positive, practical business ethics education.

Featured Event:

SIGNATURE EVENT SERIES

DATES:

Winter Leadership Ethics Breakfast - February 22, 2024

Spring Leadership Ethics Lunch - April 18, 2024

Summer Mind Candy Dialogue - June 27, 2024

Summer Leadership Ethics Lunch - August 22, 2024 Fall Mind Candy Dialogue Lunch - October 24, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Our popular and renowned Signature Events bring together business and community leaders for ethical dialogue and networking. We offer three Leadership Breakfasts and Luncheons in the spring, summer and fall as well as two Mind Candy Dialogues in the spring and summer. Check https://www.businessethicsalliance.org/signature-events.html for the latest information. NOTE: Our EthicSpace conference will be moving to be held in March so there will be no conference in October 2024. See you in March 2025!

Location: Most events are held at Scott Conference Center, Creighton University, or Charles Schwab Field (Club Lounge)

Time:

Varies - Breakfasts run from 7:30am to 9:00am; Luncheons run from 11:30am to 1:00pm.

Tickets: Varies by event.

Attire: Business Casual

Event Contact: AnnMarie Marlier amarlier@businessethicsalliance.org • (402) 280-3394

Business Ethics Alliance

602 N 20th St., Omaha, NE 68178 www.businessethicsalliance.org

Visiting Nurse Association

VNA delivers expert, compassionate care to under-resourced individuals and families in our community.

Approved

Featured Event: ART & SOUP

DATE: MARCH 10, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Art & Soup is a fundraiser that assures there are VNA nurses in every homeless shelter, domestic violence shelter, and group maternity home in Omaha and Council Bluffs. Great restaurants donate and serve food while amazing artists sell their art, with 50% of sales going directly to the cause of placing VNA nurses in every local shelter.

Location: Omaha Design Center

Time:

• Patron Party at 1:00pm

• General Admission 2:00pm–5:00pm

Tickets:

• $100 Patron Party

• $50 General Admission

Attire: Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction

Event Contact: Samantha Livermore slivermore@vnatoday.org • (402) 930-4000

Other Fundraising Events:

• Golf Fore the Cause – Fall 2024

Visiting Nurse Association of the Midlands 12565 W Center R., Omaha, NE 68144

www.vnatoday.org/artandsoup

Nebraska Wildlife Rehab

Rehabilitate wildlife for return to the wild, preserve native habitats, and educate about the importance of wildlife and ecosystems and inspire action to protect them.

Featured Event:

WILDLIFE TRIVIA NIGHT

DATE: MARCH 24, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Come join us for a night of fun AND help save wildlife! Join a trivia team to compete for prizes and bragging rights, sign-up for a mini-bowling lane, buy raffle tickets to win great stuff, and most importantly, learn more about NWR and hang out with people who love wildlife! Food and drinks will be available for purchase at both Noli's and Cheesburger inside Blue Sky. Join us to celebrate our native wildlife!

Location: Blue Sky Patio & Pickleball

Time: 5:00pm

Tickets: $25

Attire: Casual

Auction Type: Raffle

Event Contact: Lauren Salick info@nebraskawildliferehab.org • (402) 234-2473

Other Fundraising Events:

• Bats Over Omaha Bat Release – April 2024 (date varies depending on the weather!)

Nebraska Wildlife Rehab 9777 M St., Omaha, NE 68127

nebraskawildliferehab.org

Santa Monica, Inc.

Provide a continuum of care that empowers women to live productively drug and alcohol free.

Featured Event:

SANTA MONCIA ANNUAL SPRING FUNDRAISER

DATE: APRIL 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Interactive, creative and inspiring event to support Where Women Recover. Table hosts will get creative by decorating their table in a theme chosen by them vying for the coveted best dressed table. A delicious meal during an inspiring alumna testimonial that outshines the entire event. A silent auction that will make you want to shout. An interactive Picadilly Auction. And a riveting live auction for table centerpieces to close out the day.

Location: TBD

Time: TBD

Tickets: TBD

Attire: Spring Business Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction,Oral Auction

Event Contact: Heather Kirk heather@santamonicahouse.org • (402) 558-7088

Other Fundraising Events:

• Diva Drive – December

Santa Monica, Inc 401 S 39th St., Omaha, NE 68131

www.santamonicahouse.org

Stephen Center

Stephen Center partners with individuals, families and the community to overcome homelessness, substance abuse and mental health concerns.

Featured Event:

VINNEBRASKA 2024 WINE TASTING & GRAND AUCTION BENEFITTING STEPHEN CENTER

DATE: APRIL 5 & 6, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

vinNEBRASKA festivities kick off Friday, April 5 with a Winemakers' Reception and Gourmet Dinner. Guests will enjoy a multi-course meal with paired wines, and silent and live auction items will be available. A featured Vinter will be seated at your table.Public Wine Tasting and Grand Auction takes place on Saturday, April 6. Attendees will sample wines and bid on silent and live auction collectables. Enjoy a sit down dinner and program including vacation getaways!

Location: Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District 222 N 10th St., Omaha, NE

Time:

• April 5, 5:30–10pm

• Saturday, April 6, 5:00–10pm

Event Chairs: Hallie Talley & Angela Langenfeld, Stephen Center Guild

Tickets: $175 individual and sponsorships available at www.vinnebraska.com for more information

Attire: Business Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction, Oral Auction

Event Contact: Teri Corcoran

teri.corcoran@stephencenter.org • (402) 715-5476

Other Fundraising Events:

• Merry Mart – December 2023

• Hearts that Heal – February 2024

Stephen Center 2723 Q St., Omaha, NE 68107

www.stephencenter.org

College of Saint Mary

College of Saint Mary is a Catholic university providing access to education for women in an environment that calls forth potential and fosters leadership.

Featured Event:

IGNITE THE FLAME

DATES: APRIL 23, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

College of Saint Mary is hosting its second annual Ignite the Flame fundraising event supporting women's athletics. The event will showcase the achievements of Flames Athletics and athletes and investments made in the greater Omaha area. In addition to serving nearly 200 student-athletes, Flames Athletics partners with several organizations in the Omaha to support women by offering athletics and wellness activities, such as Ironhawk Juniors Triathlon Club, OPS and Special Olympics. Keynote speaker TBD.

Location: Lied Fitness Center Fieldhouse, CSM campus

Time: 11:00am–1:00pm

Tickets:

• Individual tickets: $125

• Table for 10: $1,250

• Sponsorship opportunities available

Attire: Business casual

Event Contact: Terri Campbell tcampbell@csm • (402) 399-2419

Other Fundraising Events:

• Great Conversations – April 5, 2024

• 14th Annual Golf Scramble – August 5, 2024

College of Saint Mary 7000 Mercy Rd., Omaha, NE 68106

www.csm.edu

Partnership 4 Kids

To engage and inspire students from preschool to graduation, guiding them to success with individualized support, career exploration and scholarships.

Featured Event:

HOPS & GRAPES

DATE: APRIL 26, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Hops & Grapes is a casual evening featuring unlimited tastings of Napa Valley wines, local brews, and spirits. Plus, live music from local band The Shenanigans. The evening includes an exclusive patron party, dinner, auctions, raffles, and a brief program highlighting the impact of your corporate investment. Proceeds support academic and social-emotional interventions for more than 3,000 students in northeast and southeast Omaha Public Schools.

Location: A View on State

Time: 6:00pm

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: Sponsorships and Tickets Available

Attire: Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction,Oral Auction,Raffle

Event Contact: Cheryl Murray

cmurray@p4k.org • (402) 930-3082

Other Fundraising Events:

• Swing 4 Kids – July 29, 2024 @ Tiburon Golf Club

Partnership 4 Kids

1004 Farnam St. Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68102 www.p4k.org

HETRA

HETRA’s mission is to improve the quality of life both physically and emotionally of adults and children of all ability levels through equine-assisted activities.

Featured Event:

23RD ANNUAL BLUE JEANS & DREAMS

DATE: APRIL 27, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA) welcomes you to attend their signature benefit Blue Jeans and Dreams inside the HETRA Barn on Saturday, April 27. Help us continue to Change Lives One Stride at a Time, by joining us for a night filled with delicious food, cold beverages, a Live & Silent Auction and so much more.

Location: 10130 S 222nd St., Gretna, NE 68028

Time: 5:00pm

Tickets: $100

Attire: Rodeo Best

Auction Type: Live Auction, Silent Auction, Raffle

Event Contact: Kalynn Sortino kalynns@hetra.org • (402) 359-8830

Other Fundraising Events:

• HOTY Cornhole – Summer 2024

• Drive to Ride Fun Run – Fall 2024

Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA)

10130 S 222nd St., Gretna, NE 68028

www.HETRA.org

Hope-Net Ministries Inc

To Help Other People Experience HOPE by meeting needs and building healthy relationships.

Featured Event:

BROKEN TO BEAUTIFUL WOMEN'S CONFERENCE

DATES: APRIL 27, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

We have all been broken at some time during our lives. Some came through it stronger while others are still trying to find their way. Our speakers will share their life stories and how they found purpose and value after their times of brokenness.

Location: First Church of the Nazarene 2600 Ave., A Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Time: 8:30am

Tickets: $25

Attire: Casual

Event Contact: Nadine Fontaine hopenet.office@gmail.com • (402) 718-0181

Other Fundraising Events:

• Fall Fundraiser – October 2024

Hope-Net Ministries Inc PO BOX 281, Council Bluffs, IA 51502

www.hopenetministries.org

Make-A-Wish Nebraska

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses

Featured Event:

BLUE JEAN BALL

DATE: APRIL 27, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Join us on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Embassy Suites in La Vista for our annual Blue Jean Ball. Take part in our silent and live auctions and hear about the impact a wish can have on local children battling critical illnesses.

Location: Embassy Suites La Vista (12520 Westport Pkwy. La Vista, NE 68128)

Time:

• 6:00pm - Cocktails and Silent Auction

• 7:30pm - Dinner, Program and LIVE Auction

Honorary Chairs: Mark and Camille Jensen

Event Chairs: Denise Willett

Tickets: $150

Attire: Blue Jeans

Auction Type: Silent Auction, Oral Auction

Event Contact: Emily Marston

emarston@nebraska.wish.org • (402) 991-2837

Other Fundraising Events:

• Wish Ball – Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Embassy Suites Lincoln

• Omaha Wine, Whiskey and Wishes – May 16, 2024 at Champions Run

• Kearney Evening of Wishes – August 2024 at the Younes Conference Center

Make-A-Wish Nebraska 1005 S 107th Ave., Suite 102, Omaha, NE 68114

www.wish.org/nebraska

Kids Can Community Center

To educate, engage, and inspire children through early childhood care and out-ofschool experiences.

Featured Event:

CAN DO AWARDS LUNCHEON

DATE: MAY 2, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Join us as we celebrate individuals and organizations who represent the “can do” attitude in our community, all while supporting quality early childhood care and out-of-school experiences for kids in North and South Omaha.

Location: Scott Conference Center 6450 Pine St., Omaha, NE 68106

Time: 11:30am–1:00pm

Tickets: Contact Mike Joyce at mjoyce@kidscan.org for sponsorship and ticket inquiries.

Attire: Business Casual

Auction Type: Raffle

Event Contact: Mike Joyce mjoyce@kidscan.org • (402) 731-6988

Other Fundraising Events:

• Do Good Days

• Giving Tuesday

Kids Can Community Center 4768 Q St., Omaha, NE 68117 www.kidscan.org

Autism Action Partnership

To improve the quality of life of persons on the Autism Spectrum and their families through education, advocacy and support.

Featured Event:

SWING FOR THE SPECTRUM: GOLF BENEFIT

DATE: MAY 6, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Autism Action Partnership's Guild presents the 4th Annual Swing for the Spectrum Golf Benefit at Shadow Ridge Country Club on Monday, May 6, 2024! Proceeds help advance AAP's mission and impact. The golf event is a 4-person, Texas Scramble and concludes with appetizers, cocktails, and awards following.

Location: Shadow Ridge Country Club

Time: 12:00pm–5:00pm

Event Chairs: Co-chairs: Lisa & Mike Meridith and Jill & Jimmy Barger

Tickets: Purchase online

Attire: Golf Attire

Auction Type: Raffle

Event Contact: Katie Ping kping@AutismAction.org • (402) 763-8830

Other Fundraising Events: A Vintage Affaire XVI – Fall 2024

Autism Action Partnership 10909 Mill Valley Rd., Suite 205, Omaha, NE 68154

autismaction.org

The Salvation Army

The mission of The Salvation Army is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Featured Event: D.J.'S HERO AWARDS

DATE: MAY 7, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Since 2001, The Salvation Army of Omaha has awarded 206 D.J.’s Hero Awards scholarships – named in honor and memory of D.J. Sokol — to Nebraska high school seniors who exemplify D.J.’s perseverance, selflessness and servant-leadership.

Location: CHI Health Center Omaha

Time: 11:30am Luncheon Program and Hero Awards

Tickets: $150 individual and $1,500 for a table

Attire: Business

Event Contact: Todd Andrews todd.andrews@usc.salvationarmy.org • 402-898-7538

Other Fundraising Events:

• Red Kettle Campaign (through November and December)

• Tastes and Treasures Gala

The Salvation Army 10755 Burt St., Omaha, NE 68114 www.salarmyomaha.org

Children's Square U.S.A.

Children’s Square U.S.A. is a private, non-profit, non-denominational organization with a history of caring for children and families for 140 years. Our mission is to build a bright future for the 1,000 children and families we serve every year.

Featured Event:

CHIPPING IN FOR CHILDREN GOLF EVENT

DATE: MAY 9, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

This event helps us raise additional funds that support programs for vulnerable children who are in or near crisis. Proceeds from this event help fund our children’s emergency shelter services, Department of Education approved special education program for grades 1-12, psychiatric residential treatment for children with moderate to severe mental health diagnoses, training and support of foster families, aftercare services and support for youth who have aged or are aging out of foster/group care, patient-centered & coordinated care for children with a serious emotional disturbance (SED), and supportive in-home interventions and skills building for youth and families

Location: Top Golf Omaha 908 N 102nd St., Omaha, NE

Time: 4:00pm

Tickets:

• $100 Individual

• $600 Team (6 people)

• $1,000 Corporate Sponsorship

Attire: Casual

Event Contact: Phil Taylor changinglives@childrenssquare.org • (712) 828-7456

Other Fundraising Events:

• Walk for Mental Health – July 13, 2024

• Jason Awards Gala and Dinner – November 2024

Children’s Square U. S. A. 520 North 7th St., Council Bluffs, IA 51503 childrenssquare.org

ICAN

Developing Inspired, Authentic Leaders To Transform The Organizations And Communities They Serve.

Featured Event:

ICAN WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

DATE: MAY 15, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The 31st Annual ICAN Women's Leadership Conference will explore ICAN’s core belief that enhanced learning opportunities often occur in shared environments to showcase strategies and outcomes, and to drive and accelerate results around women's collective power and advancement in business. Attendees, both in-person and virtual, will explore what is impacting the future of women leaders in our community and the world-at-large through a day of learning, inspiration and connection with 3,000+ leaders from across the country.

Location: CHI Health Center, 455 N 10th St., Omaha, NE 68102 + Virtually

Time: 9:00am–4:00pm

Tickets:

• IN PERSON PRICING: Early Bird Individual $429, Standard Individual $465, Early Bird Corporate Table $4,290, Standard Corporate Table $4,650.

• VIRTUAL PRICING: Individual $399, Block of 10 $3,990, Block of 5 $1,995.

Attire: Business Casual

Auction Type: Raffle for the ICAN Scholarship Fund

Event Contact: Allison Zach allison@icanleaders.org • (402) 392-0746

Other Programs & Events:

• Defining Leadership for Women – Begins February 8, 2024

• Defining Leadership for Men – Begins February 22, 2024

ICAN

14217 Dayton Cir., Ste. 5, Omaha, NE 68137 www.icanleaders.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands

Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Featured Event:

FORE POTENTIAL GOLF OUTING

DATE: MAY 30, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Save the date! Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands is thrilled to announce that their Fore Potential Golf Outing will be back on May 30, 2024! Help us unlock potential for youth in our community by grabbing your foursome and hitting the greens. Sponsorship and registration information are coming soon!

Location: Tiburon Golf Club

Time: Shotgun Start at 11:00am

Attire: Golf Attire

Event Contact: Gabby Ayala gayala@bbbsomaha.org • (402) 905-3336

Other Fundraising Events:

• Bowl for Kids' Sake – Spring 2024

• Big Basketball Bash – April 6, 2024

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands 1209 Harney St., Suite 110, Omaha, NE 68102

www.bbbsomaha.org

Outlook Enrichment

Empowering people living with vision with the skills and tools to achieve their goals.

Featured Event:

TEE IT UP FORE SIGHT

DATE: JUNE 5, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Tee It Up Fore Sight 20th Anniversary Golf Tournamentpaired with the Stanley M Truhlsen Jr. Blind Golfers Clinic.

Location: Tiburon Golf course

Time: 11:00am

Tickets: $240

Attire: Golf Attire

Auction Type: Raffle

Event Contact: Nina Rongisch nrongisch@outlooken.org • (531) 365-5342

Other Fundraising Events:

• Vision Beyond Sight Gala – November 8, 2024

• Outlook Enrichment Craft Fair – Fall 2024

Outlook Enrichment

4125 S 72nd St., Omaha, NE 68127

www.outlooken.org

Nebraska Humane Society

The Nebraska Humane Society protects, saves and enriches the lives of animals in the communities we serve.

Featured Event:

BLACK TIE AND TAILS

DATE: JUNE 7, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

This glittering gala puts on the dog! You’ll enjoy a cocktail hour with a silent auction, “collar toss”, photo booth and raffles. Then it’s on to dinner filled with heartwarming stories and appearances by VIP’s (Very Impressive Pets) and the ever popular Pet-a-Puppy! Our Friends Forever Guild hosts this bash--and they know how to throw a party.

Location: A View West Shores

110 S 243rd St., Waterloo, NE 68069

Time: 6:00pm–9:00pm

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: Adria Peterson and TwiLea Fletcher

Tickets: $200

Attire: Business/Cocktail

Auction Type: Silent Auction & Raise the Paddle

Event Contact: Gordon Krentz gkrentz@nehumanesociety.org • (402) 905-3483

Other Fundraising Events:

• Walk & Dog Fest – Sunday September 29, 2024

• Music Bingo – TBD

• Whine Fest – November 7, 2024

Nebraska Humane Society 8929 Fort St., Omaha, NE 68134

www.nehumanesociety.org

50 Mile March Foundation

The 50 Mile March Foundation empowers Veterans facing mental health challenges and homelessness by fostering a community of hope and relentless support.

Featured Event:

50 MILE MARCH

DATE: AUGUST 24-25, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The 50 Mile March organization seeks to raise funds in the form of grants for local nonprofit organizations that directly help our veterans battle PTSD and homelessness. Each walker has a $2,500 fundraising commitment. Every walker has been recruited, vetted, and selected to represent what the foundation stands for. We also collaborate with local businesses utilizing sponsorships and other fundraising efforts. Funds raised will go towards local nonprofits and towards Community of Hope.

Location: The Nebraska State Capitol, 1445 K St, Lincoln, NE is the starting point. We end the 50 Mile March at Nebraska Brewing Company.

Time: August 24 5:00pm–August 25 3:00pm

Co-Founders: Jay Miralles, Matt Bills, Jaime Seeman MD

Event Chairs: Leon Haith is the Executive Director for the 50 Mile March Foundation, Inc.

Tickets: Free

Attire: Casual

Event Contact: Leon Haith

leon.haith@50milemarch.org • (402) 669-3402

50 Mile March Foundation Inc. 3808 S 194th St., Omaha, NE 68130

www.50milemarch.org

SAC Foundation

We have a mission to be a steward of economic and social sustainability in the communities we serve.

Featured Event:

2024 CHARITY GOLF EVENT

DATE: AUGUST 29, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

This is an annual event to support the SAC Foundation and its mission of being a steward of economic and social sustainability in the communities it serves by focusing on financial literacy and supporting the military.

Location: Tiburon Golf Club

Time: TBD

Attire: Golf Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction,Raffle

Event Contact: Keli Wragge kwragge@cobaltcu.com • (402) 829-6661

SAC Foundation

7148 Towne Center Pkwy., Papillion, NE 68046 www.sacfoundation.net

Restored Wings (Rejuvenating Women)

Providing hope and restoration for victims and survivors of human trafficking and exploitation.

Featured Event:

10TH ANNUAL RESTORED WINGS GALA

DATE: SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The 10th Annual Restored Wings Gala to support trafficked women and children

Location: Embassy Suites La Vista Hotel and Conference Center

Time: TBD

Honorary Chairs: Gregg and Ashley Young

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: Watch for them to go on sale at https://restoredwings.org/

Attire: Business to Cocktail

Event Contact: Nina Rongisch julie@restoredwings.org • (531) 522-6811

Other Fundraising Events: TBD

Restored Wings (Rejuvenating Women) 5150 N 90th St., Omaha, NE 68134

restoredwings.org

Omaha Performing Arts

O-pa provides the highest quality arts and entertainment experiences; stewardship of the Holland Center, Orpheum Theater and Steelhouse Omaha; and education and community engagement programs.

Featured Event: BROADWAY BALL

DATE: SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Join us for a special evening at Broadway Ball celebrating the 24/25 Broadway season. This event benefits Omaha Performing Arts' Education and Community Engagement programs.

Location: Steelhouse Omaha

Time: 6:00pm

Honorary Chairs: TBA

Event Chairs: TBA

Tickets: $250

Attire: Festive/Cocktail

Event Contact: Melissa Godoy mgodoy@o-pa.org • (402) 661-8556

Other Fundraising Events:

• Stage Party

Omaha Performing Arts 1200 Douglas St., Omaha, NE 68102

o-pa.org/support-the-arts/presenters

Deliver life-changing rehabilitation and care. Protect dignity, instill purpose, create hope. Commit to excellence.

Featured Event:

QLI'S AN EVENING AT THE FAIR

DATE: SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

A modern twist to an old-fashioned county fair theme, QLI's signature event holds more fun, food, and prizes than you can handle. With novel hand-crafted games and live entertainment, join us as we raise crucial funds for QLI's Life Path Services program. Try Human Battleship, Poker ShootOut, or Mario Kart Races, or win cakes and wine at the Cake Walk and Wine Toss. We guarantee you will have fun, all for a worthy cause!

Location: Baxter Arena, Omaha

Time: 6:00pm–10:00pm

Honorary Chairs: Kim & Kyle Janssen

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: TBD

Attire: Casual

Event Contact: Jen Karolski jkarolski@QLIomaha.com • (402) 573-3738

Other Fundraising Events:

• 20th Annual QLI Golf Challenge – August 5, 2024

QLI 6404 N 70th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68104 teamqli.com

Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals

Madonna offers world-class rehabilitation for adults and children. We specialize in brain trauma, spinal cord injuries, severe pulmonary conditions, stroke, cancer, Post-Covid-19, and neurological diseases.

Featured Event: MILESFORMADONNA

DATE: SEPTEMBER28,2024

Event Description/Theme:

Miles for Madonna is a 5k run/1-mile walk to support patient care and technology at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals. The event includes a canine division, kids zone, and so much more!

Location: Lake Zorinsky

Time: 9:00am

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: $30

Attire: Athletic/Running

Event Contact: Mike Gochenour mgochenour@madonna.org • (402) 401-5050

Other Fundraising Events:

• Miracle Night for Madonna – Dec. 6, 2024

• Dish & Bloom Luncheon – April 2025

Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals 17500 Burke St., Omaha, NE 68118

www.madonna.org/foundation

Completely KIDS

Completely KIDS ensures that our families have access to the knowledge and skills necessary to break the cycle of poverty.

Featured Event:

PINOT, PIGS AND POURS

DATE: SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The Completely KIDS Guild is excited to bring to you Omaha’s 15th annual premier wine and food event, Pinot, Pigs & Pours. This stapled event will continue to bring you some of the most distinct Pinot Noir wines, delicious pork-themed dishes from the area’s best chefs and palate-enhancing whiskey for your tasting pleasure. Join us for a tantalizing evening that we are sure you will enjoy!

Location: Champions Run 13800 Eagle Run Drive

Time: 6:00pm–9:00pm

Tickets: $150–$250

Attire: Cocktail

Event Contact: Lacey Locklear llocklear@completelykids.org • (402) 397-5809

Other Fundraising Events:

• Completely KIDS Luncheon – March 20, 2024

• FORE! the KIDS – September 30, 2024

Completely KIDS 2566 Saint Mary’s Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105

www.completelykids.org

Goodwill Industries Inc.

Goodwill changes lives & strengthens communities through education, training and work.

Featured Event:

CELEBRATE GOOD GALA

DATE: OCTOBER 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The Goodwill gala is a fundraiser focused on raising awareness of our mission programs, success stories, and the overall impact of these programs on the community.

Location: TBD

Time: 5:30pm Cocktails with 7:00pm Program

Tickets: $150

Attire: Cocktail

Auction Type: Silent Auction

Event Contact: Deb Hermann dhermann@goodwillomaha.org • (402) 231-1901

Other Fundraising Events:

Goodwill Golf Classic – June 10, 2024, at the Players Club at Deer Creek

Goodwill Omaha 4805 N 72nd, Omaha, NE 68134 goodwillomaha.org

Christ Child Society of Omaha

The Christ Child Society of Omaha brings Christ’s love to communities through layettes, scholarships, and programs that serve children and families in need.

Featured Event: SOIREE 2024

DATE: OCTOBER 3, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Soiree is Christ Child Society’s most significant annual fundraiser. At Soiree, the Christ Child community of members, friends, and supporters gather to celebrate the organization’s impact, anticipate what lies ahead, and raise important funds. This enjoyable evening inspires and motivates those in attendance to continue our work to lift up children and families in our community while generating the dollars that make our programs possible. Anyone who is interested is invited to sponsor or attend.

Location: Happy Hollow Club

Time: 6:00pm

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: $150 per person

Attire: Business Casual

Event Contact: Shannon Herink shannonherink@christchildomaha.com • (402) 739-0259

Other Fundraising Events:

“Raising Funds Fore Families” at TopGolf Omaha – Thursday, April 25, 2024

Christ Child Society of Omaha 2920 S 110th Ct., Omaha, NE 68144

www.christchildomaha.com

Scatter Joy Acres

A Place of Rescue A Journey to Peace

Featured Event:

LET LOVE LEAD 2024

DATE: OCTOBER 3, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Party till the cows (and goats and sheep and camels and pigs and horses) come home! Enjoy an evening learning about the impact that we make daily in our community with our Animals Assisted Therapy Program.

Location: 4107 Waverly Rd., Murray, NE 68409

Time: 6:00pm

Tickets: Free

Attire: Casual Attire

Auction Type: Oral Auction

Event Contact: Acela Turco development@scatterjoyacres.org • (402) 709-9401

Other Fundraising Events:

• Animal Encounters – Posted on events calendar on website

• Kentucky Derby Party – May 4, 2024–4:00pm

• Live Nativity - Santa Wonderland – December 21, 5:30pm

Scatter Joy Acres

4107 Waverly Rd., Murray, NE 68409 www.scatterjoyacres.org

Youth Emergency Services

Youth Emergency Services (YES) assists youth experiencing homelessness and nearhomelessness by providing critically-needed resources which support them in their desire to be self-sufficient.

Featured Event: DANCE FOR A CHANCE

DATES: OCTOBER 10, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Like Dancing with the Stars, Dance for a Chance pairs up dancers with instructors, who then work together to create a dance, pick accompanying music and practice over the summer before competing in October.

Location: TBA

Time: 6:00pm

Tickets: $125

Attire: Dance Casual, Business Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction

Event Contact: Christine Gochenour cgochenour@yesomaha.org • (402) 345-1587

Other Fundraising Events:

• YES Golf Outing – August 26, 2024

Youth Emergency Services

2566 Farnam St., Ste. 301, Omaha, NE 68131 www.yesomaha.org

Aksarben Foundation

A unified network of business and community leaders seeking to influence change in heartland communities to better education, increase workforce retention, and grow the economy.

Featured Event: AKSARBEN BALL

DATE: OCTOBER 19, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The Aksarben Ball is an annual event to raise funds for the Aksarben Foundation and support the initiatives of education, community and workforce development. The Aksarben Ball is a long-held tradition during which the Aksarben Foundation honors the volunteerism and philanthropy of the citizens of Nebraska and western Iowa. The event includes distinctions for all ages and includes pages, standard bearers, princesses and escorts, and Court of Honor. The event culminates with the highest distinction of Aksarben’s Most Honored Citizens.

Location: CHI Health Center Omaha

Time: 5:30pm

ABC Chair: Terry Kroeger

WBC Chair: Chaley Chandler

WBC Advisor: Kathryn Anderson

Tickets: Contact Aksarben Foundation

Attire: Formal

Event Contact: Aksarben Foundation info@aksarben.org • (402) 554-9600

Aksarben Foundation 2120 S 72nd St., Suite 800, Omaha, NE 68124 aksarben.org

United Way of the Midlands

United Way of the Midlands UNITES our community's CARING SPIRIT to build a STRONGER tomorrow.

Featured Event:

2024 ANNUAL MEETING

DATE: OCTOBER 25, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Everyone is invited to join United Way of the Midlands as we recognize our corporate partners and individuals who have gone above and beyond to support UWM, our work and our neighbors in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro.

Location: Hilton Omaha 1001 Cass St., Omaha, NE 68102

Time: 11:30am

Tickets:

• $75 per person

• $65 per person nonprofit rate

Attire: Business

Event Contact: Sarah McMahon events@uwmidlands.org • (402) 342-8232

Other Fundraising Events:

• Go Fore the Green Golf Tournament – September 23, 2024

• Blue Collar Boxing – November 27, 2024

United Way of the Midlands 2201 Farnam St., Ste. 200, Omaha, NE 68102 unitedwaymidlands.org

Assistance League® of Omaha.

Assistance League volunteers transforming the lives of children and adults through community programs.

Featured Event: CHRISTMAS CARAVAN PREVIEW GALA AND TOUR OF HOMES

DATE: NOVEMBER 6 & 7, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Assistance League of Omaha Christmas Caravan is a two day event kicking off with the Gala Preview Party on Wednesday evening followed by the Tour of Homes the next day. Proceeds from this annual event contribute to funding our philanthropic programs benefiting the Omaha community. Four area homes are gloriously decked out with the season's finest, highlighted by area vendors' boutiques at each location for your holiday shopping.

Location: Gala Preview Party and Tour Day Luncheon and Boutique at Champions Run Clubhouse 13800 Eagle Run Drive

Time:

Gala November 6, 4:00pm–10:00pm

Tour of Homes November 7, 10:00am–8:00pm

Tickets:

Gala Tickets $100

Tour Tickets $18/$20 at the door

Attire: Gala Formal; Tour Casual

Auction Type: Silent Auction,Raffle

Event Contact: Mary Duffy mduffy@alomaha.org • (402) 650-7668

Assistance League® of Omaha 8502 W Center Rd., Omaha, NE 68124

www.alomaha.org

Open Door Mission

Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission that meets the needs of individuals and families while inspiring HOPE for lasting change.

Featured Event:

LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR - OPEN DOOR MISSION'S 70TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

DATE: NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Join us to celebrate all God has done for 70 years of breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty! This will be an open house event with a short program.

Time: 6:00pm

Tickets: Free

Attire: Business Casual

Event Contact: Gwynne Gonnerman ggonnerman@opendoormission.org • (402) 829-1536

Other Fundraising Events:

• Lydia House Baby Shower – February 2024

• Do Good Days 5K Virtual Run – April 2024

• Ladle of Love – September 2024

Open Door Mission 2828 N 23rd St., Omaha, NE 68110

www.opendoormission.org

The Durham Museum

Provide relevant educational and entertaining opportunities within the region that exceed customer expectations, while preserving our community’s vibrant cultural history.

Featured Event:

SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY

DATE: NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The Durham Museum invites you to join us for Sentimental Journey, an annual gala celebrating our region’s rich history and heritage and the community that makes it possible. The evening includes dinner and exclusive entertainment set in Omaha Union Station’s iconic Art Deco architecture. Your participation advances the museum’s work to make history accessible to all through much-needed support for The Durham’s educational programs and world-class exhibitions.

Location: The Durham Museum

Time: 6:00pm

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: $175 and up

Attire: Cocktail

Event Contact: Brianna Lane blane@durhammuseum.org • (402) 444-5071

Other Fundraising Events:

• On Track Guild “Coming Home for the Holidays” Luncheon and Market – November 25, 2024

• Corporate Membership Drive – Spring 2024

The Durham Museum 801 S 10th St., Omaha, NE 68108

www.DurhamMuseum.org

Children's Nebraska

Mission: To improve the life of every child… through exceptional Care, Advocacy, Research and Education.

Honorary Patient at the 2022 Gala

Featured Event:

2024 CHILDREN’S NEBRASKA GALA

DATE: NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Event Description/Theme:

Join the Friends Board of Children’s Nebraska for the 2024 Children’s Gala. Children in our community deserve the very best in pediatric care. Proceeds from the Gala will support Children’s Nebraska in its mission to improve the life of every child through exceptions care, advocacy, research and education.

Location: CHI Health Center Omaha

Time:

• 6:00pm–Cocktails & Silent Auction

• 7:30pm–Dinner & Live Auction

• 9:00pm–Live Entertainment

Sponsorship Levels:

• Presenting – $25,000

• Platinum – $20,000

• Premier – $15,000

• Signature – $10,000

• Benefactor – $5,000

• Patron Table – $3,500

• Friend Table – $2,250

Attire: Cocktail

Event Contact: Molly Junge mjunge@ChildrensNebraska.org

Children’s Nebraska Foundation 8404 Indian Hills Dr., Suite 650, Omaha, NE 68114

ChildrensNebraska.org

Mid-America Council, BSA

It is the mission of the Mid-America Council, BSA to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes.

Featured Event:

BSA BIG GIVE LUNCHEON

DATE: DECEMBER 2024

Event Description/Theme:

BSA Big Give is the annual kick-off to the Investment in Character giving campaign and raises funds to support Scouting through the upcoming year. The event will capitalize on the holiday giving season by hosting a day of giving with a hybrid of in-person and virtual components. The BSA Big Give Luncheon serves as our in-person event that brings Scouting donors and the community together for a keynote address, Scouting stories, and a formal ask.

Location: CHI Health Center

Time: 11:30am–1:00pm

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: Free

Attire: Business Casual or Scout Uniform

Event Contact: Ryan Pickett ryan.pickett@scouting.org • (402) 431-9272

Other Fundraising Events:

• Sporting Clays Tournament – September 2024

• BSA Metro Golf Invitational – October 2024

• Little Sioux Fishing Tournament – TBD 2024

Mid-America Council, BSA 12401 W Maple Rd., Omaha, NE 68164

www.mac-bsa.org

Immigrant Legal Center + Refugee Empowerment Center

We break down barriers to empower immigrants and refugees by providing high-quality immigration legal representation, social work, and refugee resettlement services to help them thrive.

Featured Event:

FOOD TRUCK WORLD TOUR

DATE: FALL 2024

Event Description/Theme:

The 10th Annual Food Truck World Tour event will include Omaha’s favorite food trucks, music, and entertainment to support ILC + REC’s work. All proceeds stay in our community to provide free services to immigrants and refugees. More information at www.immigrantlc.org/foodtruck

Location: TBD

Time: 6:30pm

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets: Available at www.immigrantlc.org/foodtruck

Attire: Festive Casual

Event Contact: events@immigrantlc.org • (402) 898-1349

Other Fundraising Events:

• Immigrant Heritage Month

• End-of Year Giving

• Gifts in Kind

Immigrant Legal Center + Refugee Empowerment Center 4223 Center St., Omaha, NE 68105

www.immigrantlc.org

American Midwest Ballet

Your resident professional dance company, American Midwest Ballet inspires people through programs of the highest quality: breathtaking performances, enriching education, and uplifting community engagement.

Featured Event:

NUTCRACKER GALA

DATE: TBD

Event Description/Theme:

This elegant event only occurs once every two years and will take place at Omaha’s gorgeous Orpheum Theater. The evening will begin with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and an opportunity to experience an excerpt of The Nutcracker from the stage, followed by dinner in the grand lobby with American Midwest Ballet’s exceptional professional dancers. Attending the Nutcracker Gala supports the fabulous work that American Midwest Ballet is doing in our community.

Location: Orpheum Theater 409 S 16th St., Omaha, NE 68102

Time:

• 6:00pm Cocktails

• 7:00pm Program

• 7:30pm Dinner

• 9:00pm Final Bows

Honorary Chairs: TBD

Event Chairs: TBD

Tickets:

• Gala ticket $250 ($150 tax deductible)

• Patron ticket $375 ($275 tax deductible)

Attire: Black Tie Invited

Event Contact: Sarah Maloney sarah@amballet.org • (402) 740-3062

American Midwest Ballet 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs, IA 51501

amballet.org

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

Featured Event:

HEROES IN THE HEARTLAND

DATE: TBD

Event Description/Theme:

Heroes in the Heartland honors individuals who have saved another person’s life during the past year or who have positively impacted the quality of life in the Omaha Council Bluffs metro area.

Location: Virtual

Time: TBD

Honorary Chairs: Todd Foje

Tickets: Free

Event Contact: Josh Murray joshua.murray@redcross.org • (402) 677-7404

Other Fundraising Events: American Red Cross Giving Day – March 27, 2024

American Red Cross 2912 S 80th Ave., Omaha, NE 68124

www.redcross.org/local/nebraska.html

Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue

Muddy Paws is dedicated to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome companion animals.

OneWorld Community Health Centers

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Featured Event:

4TH ANNUAL WAG-O-WEEN BOO BASH

DATE: TBD

Event Description/Theme:

A fun event for the entire family, including your four-legged fur babies. We'll have games, a local band, dog costume contest, bounce house, face painting, food, raffles, prizes, and lots and lots of adoptable dogs to meet!

Location: TBD

Time: 12:30pm

Honorary Chairs: Cari Smith

Tickets: Free

Attire: Casual and Costume

Auction Type: Raffle

Event Contact: Terri A Gach-Mils tagmils@aol.com • (712) 366-2551 Cari Smith • (402) 917-3070

Other Fundraising Events:

• Vino mas – TBD

• Vaccination clinics – TBD

• Wag-o-gram Valentine's Day – February 2024

Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue 527 DeLong Ave. Council Bluffs, IA 51503

www.muddypawssecondchancerescue.com

Featured Event:

ONESIES FOR ONEWORLD

DATE: TBD

Event Description/Theme:

Onesies for OneWorld is a three-week long fundraising campaign for OneWorld's Baby Boutique! All expectant and new parents who attend prenatal, postpartum or newborn appointments at OneWorld receive “Baby Bucks” to obtain baby essentials at OneWorld’s Baby Boutique. These purchases give families a strong, healthy start, and also help patients gain a sense of dignity as they choose what items they want for their baby.

Location: Virtual

Time: Ongoing

Event Contact: Bonnie Kruse bkruse@oneworldomaha.org • (402) 952-4029

Other Fundraising Events:

• Milagro Awards Dinner & Silent Auction – November 2024

OneWorld Community Health Centers 4920 S 30th St., Omaha, NE 68107

www.oneworldomaha.org

“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.”

~ Oscar Wilde

THE GREATER OMAHA ORBIT IS A GREAT PLACE TO BE.

We know we’re lucky to be headquartered in this incredible community. Businesses and individuals give generously to lift up lives and make a difference.

Over the years, our company has done our part through pro bono services and the giving of time and talents to numerous non-profits and organizations here.

We do it believing that we shine brighter when the stars are in reach for all. Giving