2012 Spring Salute by The Salvation Army Western Division

The Salvation Army Salute

Volume 22, No. 1

In a pilot program, the Joshua Collingsworth Memorial Foundation is partnering with the Omaha Salvation Army to promote water safety. This year the foundation sponsored two Omaha Kroc Center swimming instructors to attend an early childhood swimming class and to become certified in a course that teaches young children, ages 1-3, how to roll on their backs (like an otter!) so they can breathe, float and reach the side of the pool until help arrives. Those precious seconds can save a life! This early childhood training is called “Float4Life”. As stated by Candace Kellogg, Kroc Center Aquatics Coordinator and certified Float4Life instructor, “At the end of the Float4Life training, it was incredible to see toddlers, who didn’t know how to swim, jump into the deep end of the pool, throw their heads back, their tummies up and twist into the life-saving position of being on their back . . . and not be afraid.”

Realtor® Ring Day Disaster Preparedness Kroc Center Healthy Home Project

Additionally, volunteers from the foundation have started a reading program about water safety that they have presented to Salvation Army area Corps. In February 2012, “Josh the Otter” and the volunteers visited the Omaha Kroc Center, North Corps, and the Citadel Corps. “Josh the Otter” and the book, Josh The Baby Otter, were well received by the children and parents in the after-school programs at each corps. During 2012-2013, we will implement the “Float4Life” swimming classes at the Kroc Center. Each session includes 8 lessons, each 15 minutes long. These "mini" lessons maximize the short attention span of toddlers while gradually increasing the child's comfort level in the water. Cost is $35 for Kroc Center members and $45 for non-members.

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If you have questions about these classes, please contact Linda Behounek, Aquatics Director at 402-905-3590 or linda_behounek@usc.salvationarmy.org. The following is the “Float4Life” class schedule:

Monday/Wednesday 6/4 6/4 7/9 7/9

6/27/2012 6/27/2012 8/1/2012 8/1/2012

5:30 5:45 5:30 5:45

5:45 6:00 5:45 6:00

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Saturday 6/2 - 7/28/2012 6/2 - 7/28/2012 6/2 - 7/28/2012

10:30 - 10:45 am 10:45 - 11:00 am 11:45 - 12:00 am

Tuesday/Thursday 5/22 5/22 6/19 6/19

6/14/2012 6/14/2012 7/19/2012 7/19/2012

5:30 5:45 5:30 5:45

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Kroc Center after-school children with “Josh the Otter”.

Save The Date: D.J.’s Hero Awards Luncheon/CenturyLink Center Omaha May 14, 2012 at 11:45 am

Back-To-School Drive July 3 – August 10

Salvation Army Week May 14 – 20

Back-To-School Distribution August 11, 17 and 18

"Doing the Most Good®" by Working Together

Now is the Time to Learn Lifesaving Skills

This issue of the Salute is focusing on the power of collaboration. I am constantly amazed and thankful for the many friends like you who share with The Salvation Army your time, talent and treasure. Your gifts enable us to better serve the people who turn to The Salvation Army every day requesting help with physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. The Salvation Army is also blessed to have dedicated officers and employees and strong working relationships with other service providers. The difference we make in the lives of people because of this powerful joining of resources is humbling. We know we could never do it alone – nor would we ever want to try. The image of the body St. Paul used in 1 Corinthians 12 applies to our service and to those we serve. We need each other. When one of us hurts, we all hurt. When someone is honored, we all can rejoice!

Summer is a fun-filled season for kids and the time of year they are most likely to enjoy activities in and around the water. Sadly, not everyone has experience in the water, and the momentary temptation can result in a life-threatening situation. Statistics show that nine people drown each day. In ethnically diverse areas like south Omaha, the youth drowning rate is more than double the national average. The best thing to stay safe in and around the water is to learn to swim.

Thank you for what you do to serve your community. Together we are “Doing the Most Good®”. May God bless you richly.

Servpro Drive Helps Keep Local Kids Safe The sunny days of summer are right around the corner and for many that means summer fun in a pool. However, not everyone is able to enjoy this beloved summer pastime because they can't afford the proper attire. Imagine the embarrassment of being turned away from a pool because you are not wearing the appropriate attire, a lined bathing suit. The simple gift of a gently used swimsuit can make a big difference in a child’s life and the confidence they have around water which is why Servpro of Southwest Omaha and Fremont/ Northwest Omaha are conducting a drive to collect swimsuits and towels for less fortunate children and adults so they can swim at The Salvation Army Kroc Center or participate in swim lessons. Throughout the entire month of May, fourteen businesses around Omaha, including both Servpro offices and the Kroc Center, will collect new or “slightly experienced” swimsuits for boys, girls and adults as well as towels.

Donations of swim trunks for males and one-piece suits for for females in all sizes are requested.

Through the Kroc K-Club, corporations or individuals can help fund swim lesson scholarships aimed at saving lives of Omaha’s youth. A donation of $1,000 (1K) would provide scholarship funding for twenty-eight children. For more information on how you can participate in the Kroc K-Club, call The Salvation Army Kroc Center at 402-905-3500.

Kroc Campaign Closes

Major Paul D. Smith Divisional Commander

“Every month we have to turn away dozens of children and adults who come to swim in our Aquatics Center,” Major Todd Thielke, Senior Kroc Center Officer, said, “It is heartbreaking to see the disappointment on their faces, but proper attire is needed to use our recreation pool and lap pool.”

At the Kroc Center, learning and fun go hand in hand. Swim lessons are designed to develop progressive swimming skills with a strong emphasis on safety in a friendly and fun environment. Lori Scott appreciates that. “My grandson has really blossomed under the instruction of the Kroc Center swim instructors. I am extremely pleased and feel that the money spent was well worth it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”

As we approach the new life of the spring season, I am reminded of the new life that The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center brings to the old commercial stockyards area. After a long winter of working industry comes a fresh new community of recreational play. Thousands of people are discovering new ways to grow with their families and learn new life skills. A neighborhood surrounded by closed walls and fear is now open to grow as a healthy community in a safe and secure place. The greater Metro Omaha community is to be commended for its generous support and willingness to embrace Joan Kroc’s vision. It was with great foresight that the community came together to prepare the soil where the planting of the idea of an Omaha Kroc Center could take root and later bloom. On behalf of thousands of families whose lives have been elevated by the opportunities provided by the state of the art facility and professional staff at the Kroc Center, I want to personally thank the donor community for stepping up and raising the funds to generate the matching grant to win the Kroc Center for Omaha. The leadership of Heritage Services blazed the way and provided inspiration for others to see that a Kroc Center was achievable, and the community joined in, thus making the Kroc Center a reality. The Salvation Army wants to thank Heritage Services for their fundraising and construction management expertise that was used to oversee the Kroc Center initiative. Now the season comes to a conclusion. The final pledges for the community matching grant have been received, and we want to thank all of our many community partners for the successful completion of this campaign! Sincerely His Witness,

Servpro of Southwest Omaha and of Fremont/Northwest Omaha delivered 158 swimsuits and 38 towels to the Kroc Center last year as a result of their 2011 Swimsuit Drive to help families who cannot afford the luxury of such summer necessities.

Todd Thielke Major Senior Kroc Officer The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

ARE YOU PREPARED FOR 72 HOURS AFTER A DISASTER? When preparing for possible emergency situations, it is best to think about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, flashlight and extra batteries, first aid kit, clean air (dust masks) and warmth. You should have at least 72 hours worth of these supplies at home, the place you work and at a relative’s home. You never know where you will be when an emergency happens. WATER: one gallon of water per person per day for three days (including water for your pets) FOOD: enough to last three days (nonperishable food, including food for your pets) HAND HELD CAN OPENER: if kit contains canned food RADIO: battery-powered or hand crank, with extra batteries FLASHLIGHT: with extra batteries FIRST AID KIT: including prescription medicine DUST MASK: to filter contaminated air GARBAGE BAGS: for personal sanitation – include moist towelettes BLANKETS/PILLOWS: to keep warm and to shield from falling debris. For additional items to consider adding to your Emergency Supply Kit and more information on being prepared including having a “Family Emergency Plan” go to: www.READY.GOV The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services is often first on the scene and the last to leave.

EMERGENCY DISASTER SERVICES TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

The Western Division Emergency Disaster Services Department is setting up training opportunities throughout the division. Some of these sessions have already been held. These courses will start in the spring at various locations within the division. In cooperation with our neighboring divisions, we will be offering courses conducted by other Divisional and Territorial trainers, which will provide additional training opportunities.

Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen: Meeting the Need for a Healthy Summer This summer, the Omaha Salvation Army will again join forces with Hunger Free Heartland and Food Bank for the Heartland on our shared initiative to combat childhood hunger in the Omaha Metro area. The Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen will begin its second year of service on June 4th, 2012. This unique collaborative project was piloted last summer to address a local issue of underutilization of the National Summer Food Service Program, a federal subsidy that supports the provision of free meals to youth during the critical summer months. In the past, the reach of this program has been limited to sites where schools, churches and community organizations already host summer youth programs. By preparing fresh meals daily at The Salvation Army’s Omaha Citadel Corps and using two Disaster Relief canteens to serve them to youth at safe, appealing locations where children already congregate such as parks and recreational areas, we served an astonishing 8,348 meals in 2011.

Families share a meal together courtesy of the Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen.

Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen builds upon the expertise of The Salvation Army’s highly successful Winter Night Watch program, and included the generous contribution of over 2,000 hours by 100 dedicated volunteers. The pilot program was also funded by a Feeding America ConAgra Foods Hunger Free Summer grant. We are excited to announce that in 2012 the Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen will serve lunch every Monday through Friday through August 3rd (with the exception of July 4th) at four outdoor sites across the greater Omaha Metro area. We will serve approximately 250 hot lunches a day, anticipating the provision of over 10,000 meals by summer’s end.

Filling the summer nutrition gap is a top priority of The Salvation Army and their partner agencies as hunger increases children’s risk for illness and other health problems and is one of the most severe obstacles to the learning process. Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen and other summer meal programs further The Salvation Army’s mission to fill a most basic need for a nutritious meal. For more information on the Summer Food Service Program and nutritional resources for children, go to www.hungerfreeheartland.org.

Volunteer Opportunites Kids Cruisin’ Kitchen - volunteer to serve lunches this summer. Back-to-School Backpack Program - volunteers needed to sort school supplies and fill backpacks in early August. Stepping Stones Day Care and Summer Camps - volunteers needed to assist teachers on field trips during June, July and August. To volunteer contact: Kay Kriss Weinstein at 402-898-6000 or email Kay_Weinstein@USC.salvationarmy.org

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May 14, 2012 11:45 am The Salvation Army D.J.’s Hero Awards Luncheon CenturyLink Center Omaha Bob & Lee Woodruff

Bob Woodruff, ABC’s news co-anchor, was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq.

Sowing Seeds of Love on Mother’s Day You may outgrow your mother’s lap, but you’ll never outgrow her love. Mother’s Day is the perfect time to reflect and celebrate all the ways her love has helped you grow throughout the years. What better way to honor her than with a Mother’s Day tribute gift that truly expresses the timeless bond between mother and child. You and your family can now make this type of lasting tribute at The Salvation Army Kroc Center. The Kroc Center Tribute Program offers two simple options for honoring your loved one. The first option is the Garden Benchfor $500 a beautiful bench will be located on the Kroc Center grounds to be enjoyed by all who visit. The honoree’s name and a brief message will be inscribed on an attractive plaque for a forever tribute. The second option is the Thriving Tree - for $250 one of the graceful trees on the Kroc Center property will be dedicated to the individual you choose to honor. A special marker with the honoree’s name and a brief message will be on display to honor your loved one. Your gift will not only provide a lasting honor but will help create opportunities for the children and families who are served by The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. From the seed of love, good grows. For more information about The Salvation Army Kroc Center or the Kroc Center Tribute Program please visit the Donate Now section of our web site at www.omahakroc.org.

Featuring Keynote Speakers Bob & Lee Woodruff

Winter Night Watch Re-Cap The Winter Night Watch Program for 2011-12 exceeded last year by almost 200 meals served. A total of 18,340 meals were served by 261 volunteers putting in 1,573 volunteer hours. Our many drivers and jump seat volunteers drove many shifts, standing in the sometimes very cold and windy weather and did a wonderful service providing the meals and winter gear to so many folks in need. Many friendships were formed. Two canteens were utilized. One served Monday through Friday along Leavenworth Street, and the other canteen served Monday, Wednesday and Friday in south Omaha. The folks receiving the much needed hot meals and winter wear were very grateful for the donated items they received. Even though the weather was not as cold as in past years, the need was still there, and we hope we made their winter a little warmer.

FUNdamentals with the Omaha Storm Chasers The Salvation Army is collaborating with The Omaha Storm Chasers on several fronts. Last year, The Salvation Army hosted a community service night at Werner Stadium which is home to the Triple-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. Last July, The Army was invited back to participate in Christmas in July at Werner Park. Our red kettles and bell ringers met guests at the gates and back to school donations were accepted. When the Storm Chasers won the Pacific Coast League Championship, they donated their cash award to The Salvation Army North Corps Community Center to be used for the new computer lab. Storm Chaser employees even rang bells over the past Christmas season. In 2012, we continue to benefit from our relationship. The Salvation Army community night will be held on May 24th and the Storm Chasers are also continuing to help North Corps children this summer teaching them baseball skills through their FUNdamentals Program. The children will receive tickets to a Storm Chasers game after the sixweek program and celebrate the end of a great summer of baseball!

Western Division Realtors Hold First-Ever ‘Realtor® Ring Day’ Realtors from across The Salvation Army Western Division rang bells at the division’s first-ever “Realtor® Ring Day” event this past December. Nebraska is one of eight new states to join the Realtor® Ring Day movement which debuted in Minnesota and North Dakota last Christmas and helped raise about $200,000. The idea to hold Realtor® Ring Day came from a realtor in Fargo, ND who wanted to give real estate professionals an opportunity to support a cause that is dear to them: housing. Realtors rang at nearly 200 kettle sites in 30 cities across Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota including Boone, Des Moines, Mason City, Sioux City, Ottumwa, Lincoln, Omaha, Alliance, York, Kearney, Columbus, Lexington, Fremont, Grand Island, Hastings, North Platte, Norfolk, Scottsbluff, Beatrice, Aberdeen, Huron, Rapid City, Sioux Falls and Watertown. Donations on December 9th totaled nearly $126,000.00! Omaha Area Board of Realtors® affiliate member Aida Allen said, “We had a blast! My son, Grayson, and I are going to make this an annual event because it was so rewarding for both of us!” “The Salvation Army is a leading housing nonprofit that provides emergency, temporary and permanent shelter to tens of thousands of people across the country,” said Greg Kadrlik, divisional director of volunteers. “We cannot thank the realtors enough for raising money to support our housing programs. Because of their efforts, The Salvation Army can shelter more people in need.”

Volunteer realtor bell ringers, Denise Duguay and Kelly Snyder, support The Salvation Army’s Tree of Lights Campaign through Realtor® Ring Day.

“I Have My Life Back” The Salvation Army Veterans Administration Per Diem Program began in 2008. This program provides supportive housing for ten homeless veterans who experience behavioral health difficulties. While in the program, participants are provided holistic weekly case management services which address financial, residential, and emotional wellness and stability. The Salvation Army provides a safe environment to assist in the re-integration from the world of military deployment into our community. This is achieved by providing a supportive environment and connecting with support services in the community. A veteran in the program said, “When I began using these services, I couldn’t leave my room. I was so unsure of what to do. I was waiting for something bad to happen. During that time, I was unsure if I was going to make it. After almost two years, I am now able to volunteer five days a week, and soon I will be moving into my own place.” Another veteran said, “After I returned from deployment, I was scared to get in a car or ride a bus. While I was in the program, staff helped me understand that my fears about riding in a car or bus were not rational, and after many short rides in a car with my case manager, I began to feel Program participant, Gene, visits with his Salvation Army caseworker Leah, somewhat comfortable again. Now after a year I am able to ride the bus who provides him with the support he needs to start life anew. without any concern. I am now able to get where I need to go. I have my life back.” While in the program, veterans are provided with support to assist them in developing a new way of life. This is accomplished through individual support as well as through other collaborative community partnerships such as the Veterans Administration, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Douglas County Assistance and federal assistance such as Social Security.

Gifts of Grain Did you know that you can donate grain to The Salvation Army? It’s true. Farmers and ranchers can significantly lower their tax liability by donating agricultural commodities to The Salvation Army instead of selling first and donating cash later. By transferring legal ownership of a commodity to The Salvation Army before it is sold, the producer avoids the income tax that otherwise would have been due after the sale. Additionally, the producer can deduct the cost of producing the commodity. Besides reducing federal and state income tax, self-employment taxes also may be diminished depending on the producer’s own situation. It is important to remember that written documentation of the title transfer must be provided to The Salvation Army as well as the grain elevator or sale barn. Additionally, The Salvation Army must control and direct the sale of the commodity. As always, donors are strongly encouraged to consult their tax advisors to determine whether a gift of commodities is right for them. For assistance to complete a gift of commodities, please contact our Planned Giving Department at (800) 274-0628 or visit our website at www.SalArmyGiving.org.

Camping Collaborations! There are few programs that have lasting impact on the youth who represent our future leaders than Salvation Army Summer Camp programs. These are great opportunities for collaborations with local businesses, organizations, and associations that make a difference. There are two basic models of summer camp operations: day camp that kids attend during the day and return to their homes at the end of the camp day, and "resident" camps where campers attend for a period of days or weeks. Whether it's a summer day camp or "resident" camp, both present wonderful opportunities for collaborative partnerships. At Omaha North Corps Community Center, part of its day camp has been set aside for a special collaboration with the National Park Service and the University of Nebraska at Omaha. In this “carve out” from normal day camp activities, kids are introduced to their environment in a unique manner that blends an understanding of the history North Corps Youth Program Director, Jim Sells, of their neighborhood, environmental education and a brings new energy and purpose to the Corps' mission. conservation component to give campers the opportunity to gain a sense of cultural and historical place. UNO is working to provide volunteer students from the university to serve as staff members while the National Park Service provides all the professional education and expertise needed to achieve program goals. The North Corps provides the young people! This initiative has already raised the interest in other regions within the National Park Service from as far away as Florida.

Young Volunteers Make Hope Kits Millard Public School’s Bess Aldrich Elementary students wanted to make a difference in the community. Teacher Susan Schall said, “One of our purposes is to help our children inquire, think globally, and take action locally.” After hearing Salvation Army metro area volunteer director Kay Weinstein speak, the Aldrich 5th graders began thinking about some of the many needs in the Omaha community and wanted to help. Students began looking in their own homes for miniature-size toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner along with toothbrushes, washcloths, soap, band-aids, and other items they felt a person could use on a daily basis. Ms. Schall said, “My students were amazed at the number of items they could give which came right from their own homes.” Students began asking aunts, uncles, and grandparents for their extra items as well. As the items came in to the school, students formed assembly lines to distribute the needed items into bags which would be given to people in need. To date, these amazing 5th graders have made over three hundred emergency kits giving hope to those in need.

Students from Bess Aldrich Elementary School make a difference with “Hope Kits.”

Bell Ringing Praises Many service extension units in Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota were pleasantly surprised by the amount of holiday cheer brought to their communities this past bell ringing season. Contributions were up over 13% in Nebraska, 32% in Iowa and 18.5% in South Dakota. Maybe we can thank the Lord for providing us with warmer temperatures thus allowing our dedicated volunteers to put in more hours ringing the bells. Ultimately, however, we want to thank our donors for their continued support in service extension communities. Ninety percent of all donations received stay in the county where they are raised to provide assistance with rent, utilities, groceries, lodging, medicine, disaster and many other needs. Because of the amazing increase in support, our units will be able to reach out to even more families and individuals in need of a little extra temporary emergency assistance. Thank you for your sincere caring and continuing support!

Service Extension communities enjoyed a warm bell ringing season. Volunteers turned out in record numbers.

Dynamic Collaborations College of Saint Mary’s Fast Track to Teaching Master’s Program The Omaha Salvation Army was pleased to welcome skilled tutors as volunteers in the Army’s after-school programs at the Citadel Corps and North Corps. This is an exciting and flexible experience for the graduate students from the College of Saint Mary to exercise their tutoring skills, organize learning opportunities and work one-on-one with the after-school program students. Currently we have six graduate students participating in the after-school programs. Four are assigned to the Citadel, one is at North Corps, and one divides her time between the Citadel and North Corps. Each graduate student conducted an evaluation to determine the learning skill level of each child. An individual tutoring program is designed to help each child with his/her school work. Reading materials are offered to guide the children not only in reading skills but in basic life skills. The College of Saint Mary graduate students have offered creative ideas to enhance the Army’s after-school programs. It is typical to see the tutors fully engaged with the children working on homework, playing basketball, and developing their reading skills.

Omaha Citadel Corps tutors from the College of St. Mary.

The tutors report that this volunteer experience is rewarding for them. They are practicing their teaching and child development skills. Most importantly, the children enthusiastically look forward to the tutors who bring their energy, creativity, and love of learning to our Omaha Citadel and North Corps children. Spirit of Nebraska Girl Scouts A Girl Scout/Salvation Army “Fight Hunger Campaign” for the Hastings, Grand Island, Kearney, and North Platte Corps kicked-off on April 21. It was modeled on the Omaha metro-eastern Nebraska “Fight Hunger Campaign” which for the past several years, has successfully helped fill our local Omaha Salvation Army food pantries. Eight hundred and seventy-three Girl Scouts from eastern Nebraska participated in collecting more than 13,000 nonperishable food items during the 2011 fall campaign. The spring campaign continued the success of helping to fill pantry needs. The collaborative efforts between the Spirit of Nebraska Girl Scouts and The Salvation Army are beneficial to the local community, The Salvation Army, and the girls themselves. The pantries are filled and the girls develop leadership skills while helping the Army with its mission of "Doing the Most Good®". Of all the problems our communities face, hunger is one that can be faced head on, and this collaboration is helping to fight it.

“Just Can It!” Student Food Drive Celebrated 9th Anniversary For the ninth year, The Salvation Army partnered with University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) students to raise awareness about homelessness in Omaha. Members of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity participated in the ninth annual “Just Can It!” event that was held April 16 through April 20. The students slept outside in cardboard boxes at the Crossroads Mall to raise awareness about homelessness. UNO students and community partners were encouraged to collect monetary and food donations throughout the week for The Salvation Army’s food pantries. This year, the students' goal was to collect 50,000 cans of food. Event sponsors and collection partners included HyVee (90th & W. Center Rd.), Journal Broadcast Group (Channel 94.1 FM), Mayflower Moving, the Omaha Fire Department, Omaha Mayor’s office, Tenaska Business Park, Smith & Esch Fitness Systems, Crossroads Mall and UNO. UNO Fraternity raises awareness about homelessness.

Spring Cleaning! Say the word “spring” and to many people it is synonymous with deep cleaning and organizing. Sweeping away the dust and grime left from winter is a tradition many of us anticipate. That seasonal urge to purge and polish doesn’t have to end after we put away the mop and pail. Now may be the perfect time to review and “spring clean” your estate plan. Our wills guide is an easy-to-use, fill-in-the-blank booklet that can help you organize all of the information an estate planning attorney will need to create your will or trust plan. To request your free copy, please call 402-898-5925 or e-mail us at www.wst_pg@usc.salvationarmy.org.

Donor Legacy Lives On Through North Platte Corps Emerald and Lillian Dringman, a Christian couple who loved the Lord, also cared deeply about children. Many years ago, Lillian befriended a young girl in her community who greatly benefited from a Salvation Army program in North Platte, NE. Feeling that the girl had become a changed person, Lillian chose to make The Salvation Army one of her preferred charities. That was more than 20 years ago. Even now, long after Lillian’s passing, her spirit of giving still lives on through programs and services being provided today at The Salvation Army’s North Platte Corps. Last fall, The Salvation Army was presented with a $75,000 gift which was the final distribution of Lillian’s trust. Her gift will be used to support programs and services including summer day camp activities, food pantry services, after-school programs and holiday distributions to families of food baskets and toys. Lillian’s initial desire in supporting The Salvation Army was to provide a safe, homelike environment where families could spend time together talking, laughing, and getting to know one another better. It was Lillian’s prayer that her gift would help build strong families. Emerald & Lillian Dringman created a legacy, benefitting many families today and into the future.

“We are so blessed with this gift," said Captain Jason Poff. One of the goals of The Salvation Army is to minister to hurting families. At the Dringman Center for Families, we’re able to provide resources to reach families in one convenient location where services can be accessed so families can mend. With Lillian’s gift, we can continue to help families for many years to come.”

For additional information, or to learn about how you may include The Salvation Army in your estate plans, visit our website, www.SalArmyGiving.org, or call toll free, (800) 274-0628.

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“Party in a Box” A group of 6th graders at St. Pius X/St. Leo School in Omaha wanted to make birthdays special. Students in the group - “Destination Imagination” - decided to create a project that would ensure children whose families were facing financial burdens and other struggles that they would not be forgotten on their birthdays. They presented an advertisement about “Party in a Box” to their 3rd grade partners and to their fellow 6th graders. They were all invited to donate supplies to go in the boxes. Some of the items included: small gifts, food, books, socks, crayons, bracelets and more. These student volunteers then prepared the boxes and brought them to The Salvation Army Citadel Corps. The birthday boxes will be given to Sudanese children in the after-school program.

“Destination Imagination” students make birthdays special.

Healthy Home Project – Helping Families Be Better Together! Today’s families are busier than ever and, more often than not, healthy choices are put on the backburner. Meal time consists of high calorie “on-the-go” meals like pizza and burgers while leisure time is increasingly filled with sedentary behaviors such as TV viewing, video games, and the internet that provide little time for family bonding. The Salvation Army Kroc Center’s Healthy Home Project is designed to help busy families address these important health issues with real-life solutions. This free program, developed by the Kroc Center’s Health & Fitness Manager, Sandy Andersen, is made possible through funding from The General Mills Foundation and by the generous support from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its hospital partner, The Nebraska Medical Center. Working collectively with these partners, the Kroc Center is able to make a positive impact in the community and inspire healthy lifestyles. Healthy Home participants meet weekly for a mix of family-friendly educational activities, goal setting, and exercise that help them fit quality family time into their routines, and, ultimately, lead to healthier and more active lives. “It was great to learn and do exercises that my family can all do together!” stated one happy participant. Flexibility, strength, endurance and BMI scores are measured at both the beginning and end of the 12-week program. The positive results of the program were evident when the first 10 families to participate showed overall improvements in all of these key health categories. Having begun in the fall of 2011, the Project is on track with its goal of helping up to 60 families in its first year. To date, 10 families have completed the program and 15 more are currently enrolled. Weekly incentives like pedometers, water bottles and gift cards provide an extra dose of motivation for families to reach their goals which are broken down into physical and nutritional achievements. A big thanks goes out to community partners like HyVee and United Healthcare Share Advantage who provide several incentives for the Healthy Home Project. Another successful component of the program is meal planning and nutrition. Families on the go tend to eat on the go. The Kroc Center’s registered dietician (who is also a part of HyVee’s nutrition team) helps families beat the battle of the bulge by focusing on portion control, meal planning and nutrition. During the program, favorite family recipes are revised to improve nutrition without sacrificing taste. “Thank you very much for teaching me how to cook healthier!” said Tammy Mancilla. “My family is going to appreciate it, too. I cannot believe all that I have learned in the past two classes. Now I know how to do it right! I am very grateful to learn the right way to cook while preparing all of our favorite foods.”

Using the President’s Challenge tests to measure progress, Healthy Home Project participants learn just how fit they really are. The Sit and Reach Flexibility test, shown here, measures the flexibility of the lower back and hamstring muscles.

Wish List Dora Bingel Center:

Condiment caddy Pantry shelving for storing 7 lb cans Polyester tablecloths in red for nine (9) round tables 46” across and three (3) rectangular tables 36” x 72” Label makers Spot extractor for upholstery cleaning (Rug Doctor)

Though the program is currently being offered exclusively at the Omaha Kroc Center, the hope is to eventually expand the program to other Kroc Centers and Salvation Army corps and to create healthy homes everywhere. For more information on the Healthy Home Project visit the website www.OmahaKroc.org or call Sandy Andersen at 402-905-3574.

Family & Children Services:

New board games Gift certificates: grocery stores, hair salons for men, women, and children Body wash and lotions

North Corps:

Basketballs Athletic socks in all sizes – male and female Washer and dryer combo set - stackable

Citadel Corps:

Bean bag chairs for children to use during reading hours New fiction and non-fiction books for children ages 6 to 17 years of age Brass instruments Foam dodge-balls Volunteer pianist for one hour on Thursday nights at 6:00 pm and once a month on Sunday for the 11:00 am service

TRIBUTE GIFTS:

(Tribute Gifts received July 2011 thru December 2011) The Salvation Army is privileged to continually receive gifts in honor of or in memory of loved ones. These gifts not only provide a fitting tribute but also serve, in a practical way, to relieve human suffering. The Army notifies the honoree or the family of all tributes.

IN HONOR OF:

A. Johnston Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Al & Lois Nelson Mr. Donald Thompson Al & Norma Nelson Eric R. Nelson Alan & Mary Jane Printun Ms. Susan Puritun Alice & Richard Jewell Mr. & Mrs. John Schniedermeier Alice Ringgenberg Sean Stewart Allan Lowry Mr. Mark Martin Alvin Townsend Ms. Roberta Scantling Amber Baker Euclid & Mary de Souza Andrew Krogwold Mrs. Sandra Smith Ann Ludwig Randy Dreyer Ann Mowery GRH Electronics Art & Penny Pelzen Mr. & Mrs. David C. Teer Audrey Dawes Heidi Shelton Barbara Maenor Mr. & Mrs. John Dunn Ms. Nancy Chesire Ms. Virginia M. Lakin Bernie Smid Michael Zeigler Bill & Therese Adam Keith Kuykendall Bob & Mary Lou Ware Ms. Steph A. Eischeid Bob Cronin Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Bob Dean GRH Electronics Bobbe Jo M Ms. Sara Purlee Brandt & Katie Eby Mr. Don Eby Brent Gunderson GRH Electronics Brent Wakefield Euclid & Mary de Souza Bud & Cindy Thompson Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Carol Hesla Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ranney Casey & Valerie Garrigan Mr. & Mrs. Mick Jensen CBSHome Real Estate Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Gammell Christopher Halm Linda Halm Cindy & Rob Vincent Ms. Wilma Strang Cliff & Elaine Sovereign Mr. & Mrs. Ron Eckloff Connie Ryan Mr. Richard K. Bonness Craig & Cathy Bombere Rita Dusek Dan Top Cody & Rochelle Statema Dana Mann GRH Electronics Dave Funaro Ms. Anne Kegeler David & Barbara Connell Gary Floyd David Ranney Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ranney Delmar & Pam Vlcek Dayna & Akouete Akakpo

Delpha Edwards Mr. & Mrs. Travis Kauth Dian Warren Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. Hall Dohn & Clarice Kruschwitz Mrs. Richard Davis Don Uhrich Mr. Kenneth A. Roth Don Ward Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Donald & Ann Louise Holm Mr. Irving J. Holm Donalee Kennedy Euclid & Mary de Souza Dorothy Julian Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Dr. & Mrs. Andrew Trainer Euclid & Mary de Souza Dr. & Mrs. Brooks Ranney Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ranney Dr. & Mrs. Bruce Lundak Euclid & Mary de Souza E.E. Brooks Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Edgar and Carol Smith Mr. & Mrs. Charles L. Arenz Elizabeth Snow Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ranney Emanuel Roth Mr. Kenneth A. Roth Emily Kean Euclid & Mary de Souza Eric & Patti Tussey Ms. Joan Meister Fred & Sharon Woolstrum Mr. & Mrs. Jerry D. Woolstrum Mrs. Kathy Barrett Fred Hyda Mrs. Betty Divoky G & J Smith Mr. & Mrs. Craig Smith Gen & Helen Arnold Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Arnold Gene & Jeanne Roelfsema Mrs. Kathryn J. Roelfsema George & Delores Ruby Ms. Carol Ruby Gerald McConahay Rhonda Hill Gladys Sorensen Dr. & Mrs. Vale H. Sorensen Glen Berry Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Grabher Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Guerin Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen H. Laughery & Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen H. Ted Danielson Danielson, Inc. Hal & Mary Daub Mr. Richard K. Bonness Harold Mischnick Drew Mischnick Harry Hanson Carol & Michael Pedersen Heather Newton Peter Newton Helen Fish Mr. Edward Rasch Ian and Willen Taylor Mr. Larry Vandriesen Independent Insurance Agents Mr. James Beerman Ira Priluck Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Cosgrove J. Alter Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Jack & Delores Perkins Mr. Terry Perkins Janet Richardson Mr. & Mrs. Robert Synowicki Jen Inserra Euclid & Mary de Souza Jill Lewis Ms. Anne Kegeler

Jim Bowers Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Jim Mullen Mr. Mark Martin Joan & Tom Squires Linda & Tom Makris Joan Carnaby Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. Hall Joe Kavan Mr. Richard K. Bonness Joe Lang Perfomrance Engineering John & Darlene Albin Mr. Gregory Vrbicky John D. Horgan Euclid & Mary de Souza John Ebbesen Robert Ebbesen John Sage Ms. Eva F. Toelle Juanita Stroud Ms. Laura Johnson Judy Gacek Euclid & Mary de Souza Julie Wilson Euclid & Mary de Souza Kamas Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Karen Metzer Gallagher Consulting Karen Montiel Ms. Sandra Wingert Kathleen Barr Barbara Head Keith & Phyllis Cargill Mr. & Mrs. Travis Kauth Kim & Andy Vasey Dr. & Mrs. James O’Dell Knudsen Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Kristy Lamb GRH Electronics Larry Kelberg GRH Electronics Larry Raymon Mr. Craig Diggins Laura Meyer GRH Electronics Laura Troshynski Mr. Jim Troshynski Leigh Anne Haisch Sandra Cullen Leo & Gail Bailey Bernadette Putnam-Bailey Linda Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Larry Josephson Lucy Hansen Mr. & Mrs. Allan Casari M. Gilliland & Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Major Van Mrs. Patti S. Johnson Margaret Reiner Dr. & Mrs. Edgar H. Smith Margaret Robertson National Indemnity Company Mark Puccioni Euclid & Mary de Souza Marvin Phillips Mr. Stephen Phillips Mayo Clinic Mrs. Carolyn M. Devens Melissa & Keith Mr. & Mrs. James Hedgpeth, Jr. Melva Sherman Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Filean Michael Benson Family David Benson Michaela Duggan Euclid & Mary de Souza Mike Croushorn GRH Electronics Mike Kelly Leslie & Jo Nielson Mike, Jessi & Lauren Cogswells Mr. Donald D. Goebel Mindy Johnson

Dr. William O’Hara Monte Hackworth Kansas City Valve & Fitting Company Morris & Judy Graber Ms. Jen Liebenthal Mr. & Mrs Craig Maguire Dr. & Mrs. Vale H. Sorensen Mr. & Mrs. Charles Arenz Dr. & Mrs. Edgar H. Smith Mr. & Mrs. David Anderson Ms. Nancy R. Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pinckert Dr. & Mrs. Vale H. Sorensen Mr. & Mrs. Tony Decker Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ranney Mr. & Mrs.Charles Elsass Dr. & Mrs. Edgar H. Smith Nebraska Furniture Mart & Mrs. B’s FVB Foundation Norma Smith Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Poppen Pam Richter Gayle Polacsek Pat & Patty Quigley Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Bodner Peggy Girard Euclid & Mary de Souza Peter & Gail Schachtschabel Mr. & Mrs. John Schniedermeier Phyllis Aron Ms. Jan Papenfuss Phyllis Toebben Ms. Alice Robertson Ralph & Ann Glendinning Yvonne Collins Raymond Kampfe Mr. & Mrs. Nicolas Fanning Rebecca McCrery Euclid & Mary de Souza Richard & Pam Berry Mr. Brian Berry Richard & Shirley Hendrickson Laura Hendrickson Rick Van Etten Kathleen MacMurray Ridgestone Golf Course Mr. Steve Lyman Robert Hoyt Martina Hoyt Robert Nance Mr. & Mrs. Harold G. Wright Rodger & Sandy Lindwall Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Roger Jensen Joelyn R. Marren S. Henderson & Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Sean Wingert Ms. Sandra Wingert Sheila Eckstrom Mr. & Mrs. Allan Casari Stan Lierz Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Stefanie Bolte Euclid & Mary de Souza Stephen Buckingham D. Gorham Stephen Mathal Dr. & Mrs. Sunny Andrews Stephen Torpy Mrs. Donald R. Torpy Steve & Judy Kubl Mr. Edward Rasch Steve & Sharon Skinner Mr. & Mrs. James R. Kautz Ted Greguska Ms. Lezlie McPherson Thomas Dunham Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Tom Boje Family Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Andersen Traci Wilkinson Euclid & Mary de Souza Troy Renken Family Mr. & Mrs. Doug Renken Wendell & Delores Cook David & Becky King

William T. Utley, Sr. Dr. & Mrs. Gordon E. Fredrickson

IN MEMORY OF:

A.J. & Lillian Rhodes Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. Crane, Sr. Alton Larson Mr. & Mrs. Doug Verley Angeline Koelling Lavonne Frandsen Anita Grossman Mr. & Mrs. Richard E. Rollins Ms. Irene J Austin Anna Jacobs Ms. Maridel A. Sprenger Anna Zwer Ms. Rosemary A. Yurgae Anola Palmer Mr. Ronald M. Granville Barb Aasheim Wendy Dose Becky Borlaug Ms. Susan Dusky Betty Wrich Mr. Henry R. Wrich Bill Brock E. Lundgren Missouri River Title Mr. & Mrs. Ed Jershin Mr. & Mrs. John Tollinger Mr. & Mrs. Mark Pitner Mr. Dewain Edgar Mrs. Ann M. Rutherford Mrs. Esther K. Karloff Ms. Dian Hubbell Ms. Marilyn Arnold Ms. Marilyn J. Petersen Bill Winscot Ms. Donna Winscot Bill Wolfson Ms. Martha Helligso Bob & Madeline Kinsey Ms. Mary Kinsey Bobbi Stahlnecker Tucker Darold Stahlnecker Bobbie Jones Harvey Mr. & Mrs. William C. Ellis Bonnie Riddle Mr. Robert R. Riddle Brad Puhrmann Ms. Gwendolyn Koehler Carl & Augusta Johnson Ms. Virginia F. Jensen Carol Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Scott Patrick Chad Alan Brown Agri Steel Equipment Charles deGanahl Heart of the Hills Rural Fire Protection District Mrs. Patricia DeGanahl Charles E. Stratton Mr. & Mrs. William C. Ellis Clarence L. “Mickey” Landen, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Lee Roberts Anne Thorne Weaver Arnold Weitz & Co Better Business Equip Co. Bridges Investment Counsel Central States Health & Life Co. of Omaha Charles Kidd Clark Creative Group Commercial Flooring System Daedalus Construction Co David Kutler Dr. & Mrs. Christopher Huerter Dr. & Mrs. Edward M. Malashock Dr. & Mrs. John D. Griffiths, Jr. Dr. & Mrs. Maurice F. Quinlan Dr. & Mrs. Michael O’Neil Dr. & Mrs. Thomas R. Harley Dr. & Mrs. William S. Singer Dr. E. Langdon Dr. Gerald Gemar Dr. William J. Bresnahan, DDS Dultmeier Sales Edwin & Diane Alderson First National Bank Of Omaha Frankel Zacharia LLC Freeman Co. Inc.

FVB Foundation Gayle & David Prejean Gottsch Cattle Company LLC Grace Mayer Insurance Agency Grubb & Ellis Pacific Realty Property Guns Unlimited Heritage Services James Sterling Jet Linx Aviation John & Lori Belford Karen & Kim Hawkins Foundation Karen Smith Kim M. Huff Koley Jessen, P.C., L.L.O. Labenz & Associates LLC Marcotte Insurance Agency Inc. Markel BMW Marth Murphy Mellissa Auberth Methodist Health System, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Fitzmorris Mr. & Mrs. Bill Fairfield Mr. & Mrs. Bruce A. Plath Mr. & Mrs. Bruce A. Simon Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Kinghorn Mr. & Mrs. C. L. Landen, III Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Ehlers Mr. & Mrs. D. Gary Kathol Mr. & Mrs. Dan L. Downs Mr. & Mrs. David Wiesman Mr. & Mrs. Deryl F. Hamann Mr. & Mrs. Dick Coyne Mr. & Mrs. Don W. Rogert Mr. & Mrs. E. Benjamin Nelson Mr. & Mrs. Edward King Mr. & Mrs. Edward May, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Frank J. Barrett Mr. & Mrs. Fred Bosselman Mr. & Mrs. Fritz Simpson Mr. & Mrs. Gary Delaet Mr. & Mrs. Gary Steiner Mr. & Mrs. Gary Witt Mr. & Mrs. Gene Spence Mr. & Mrs. Gerald J. Tomka Mr. & Mrs. H. David Neely, II Mr. & Mrs. Hal Daub Mr. & Mrs. Howard M. Kooper Mr. & Mrs. Irving Veitzer Mr. & Mrs. J.T. Daugherty Mr. & Mrs. Jack W. Baker Mr. & Mrs. James Draper Mr. & Mrs. James Hedgpeth, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. James Jones Mr. & Mrs. James R. Erixon Mr. & Mrs. James Riha Mr. & Mrs. Jay Arnsperger Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Zindel Mr. & Mrs. John A. Scott Mr. & Mrs. John Bendon Mr. & Mrs. John F. Kotouc Mr. & Mrs. John Illiff Mr. & Mrs. John J. Krajicek Mr. & Mrs. John K. Boyer Mr. & Mrs. John M. Peck Mr. & Mrs. John Searl Mr. & Mrs. John Winnail Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth E. Stinson Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Murphy Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Straub Mr. & Mrs. Lyman Larsen Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Maher Mr. & Mrs. Maynard Wanetka Mr. & Mrs. Michael Erman Mr. & Mrs. Michael L. Luther Mr. & Mrs. Michael Mann Mr. & Mrs. Michael S. O’Neal Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell L. Pirnie Mr. & Mrs. Mogens Bay Mr. & Mrs. Paul Meyers Mr. & Mrs. R Michael Kroeger Mr. & Mrs. Ralph V. Palmer Mr. & Mrs. Robert D. Bates Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Miller Mr. & Mrs. Robert Howard Mr. & Mrs. Robert Krohn Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Hansen Mr. & Mrs. Roger Voorhees Mr. & Mrs. Ron Blumkin Mr. & Mrs. Ron Cady Mr. & Mrs. Steve Sawtell Mr. & Mrs. Ted Stessman Mr. & Mrs. Terry Kroeger

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas F. McGowan Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Fellman Mr. & Mrs. Timothy D. Schmad Mr. & Mrs. Tom Bernstein Mr. & Mrs. Troy Perry Mr. & Mrs. Vince Pille Mr. & Mrs. William A. Cutler Mr. & Mrs. William A. Fitzgerald Mr. & Mrs. William Dyer Mr. & Mrs. William E. O’Connor, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. William Erickson Mr. & Mrs. William Ginn Mr. & Mrs. William Harvey Mr. & Mrs. William J. Carver Mr. & Mrs. William Katz Mr. & Mrs. William L. Mackintosh Mr. & Ms. Ken Bird Mr. & Ms. Sid Ferenc Mr. Alan Haney Mr. Bernard J. Akromis Mr. Bruce R. Lauritzen Mr. Carl Mammel Mr. Charles Kidd Mr. Dennis O’Neal Mr. Gary M. Gotsdiner Mr. George Ronald Ames Mr. Harley D. Schrager Mr. James W. Maenner Mr. Jeff Hiatt Mr. Jerry Pabst Mr. Joe McNamara Mr. John Berigan Mr. John C. Ryan Mr. John Diesing, Jr. Mr. John W. McCann Mr. Kent McArdle Mr. Larry E. Dredla Mr. Lyle Haugen Mr. Michael Mullin Mr. Michael Yanney Mr. Robert A. Braun, Jr. Mr. Robert D. Marcotte, Sr. Mr. Ronald Pritza Mr. Ronald Zaysoff Mr. Steven S. Martin Mr. Terry J. Grennan Mr. Thomas Langdon Mr. Walter B. Graham Mrs. Catherine Caggiano Mrs. Karla Rupiper Mrs. Macaela Smith Mrs. Madeline L. Hausig Mrs. Marilyn M. Anderson Mrs. Mary F. Root Mrs. Nancy Noddle Mrs. Sally Bekins Mrs. Sharon Marvin-Griffin Mrs. Susan Enyart Conine Ms. Ann L. Anderson Ms. Barbara L. Lewis Ms. Barbara W Waldie Ms. Bonnie Dolezal Ms. Carol McLeay Ms. Charlene L. Meyen Ms. Deanna Armstrong Ms. Jennifer Cyr Ms. Julie Collins Ms. Julie Weiss Ms. Katherine Klein Ms. Kathleen Dodge Ms. Kristae Peterson Ms. Lindsey Dankleff Ms. Louise Shirley Ms. M. Jane Huerter Ms. Mary A. Anderson Ms. Mary Beth Katz Ms. Mary Jo Hanigan Ms. Maureen Dolsen Ms. Michelle Rowe Ms. Monique Jetter Ms. Nancy Robb Ms. Sandy Petersen Ms. Susan S. Butler Ms. Sylvia Cohn Nancy & Aubrey Kerr Nancy King Norfolk Daily News Peggy Hill Pro Tem Club Robert F. & Sharon L. Swartzbaugh Family Foundation Robert Loeb

Roberts Advertising Sally Coyne Seline Family Foundation Slosburg Family Charitable Trust The O’Donnell Family Thomas & Mary Ann Belford Wini F. Wells Interiors Mrs. William C. Nolan Cliff Quick Mr. & Mrs. Roger Wade Clifford Stratton Mrs. Vivian K. Stratton Clyde & Beulah Glazebrook Mr. & Mrs. Michael Banks Dale A. Gaeddert Mrs. Judith J. Gaeddert Dale Beahler Mr. Blake A. Beahler Dale Hansman Ms. Diana Rodriguez Daryl Harvey Mrs. Eva Elaine Harvey David Charles Arenz Mr. & Mrs. Charles L. Arenz Dean Chambers Mrs. Kim Riley Delores Hazuka Rich Hazuka Delores Hill Mr. & Mrs. James A. Gallant Denis Novacek Mr. Rick Ostronic Don Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Bob Stepp Donald Muenster Mr. & Mrs. Gordon A. Crellin Donna Clements Mr. & Mrs. Robert Chambers Douglas Eckardt Ms. Greta Eckardt-Swier Earle Schad Kathryn Webb Ed Decker Mr. & Mrs. William C. Ellis Ed Patton Mrs. Jean Patton Edmund Dean Nenne Connie & Bill Shreffler Edna M. Crow June Richelle Crow-Johnson Edwin Donaldson Mrs. Amelia Donaldson Edye Cecich Connie Shreffler Eileen Barber Miss Sally Kjelson Mr. & Mrs. Alfred F. Miles Mrs. Anna Jane Burton Elaine Westering Mr. & Mrs. James Hedgpeth, Jr. Eleanor J. Boust Mr. George K. Burcum Ella & Bob Le Clerc Mr. & Mrs. Richard D. LeClerc Ella Rachwitz Mr. & Mrs. Jim Saunders Elmer Steinike Mr. & Mrs. William C. Ellis Emmett & Pauline Walters Ms. Judith A. Cratty Erma Ms. Jean M Sutherland Ervin & Marie Amman Mr. Rodney Richter Esther A Doane Mr. Hoyt Barrick Ethel and Julius Meister Ms. Joan Meister Frank & Eileen Stika Mrs. Margaret Beasley Fred & Vima Potts Mrs. Patti S. Johnson Fred Bekins Mr. & Mrs. Del Toebben Frederick Metten Mr. Adam Jacobs

Frederick, Virginia & Rick Griffin Mr. & Mrs. Carl F. Gessert Gavin James Mr. James Smith Genenieve Frimodt Mr. & Mrs. Nile Hobbs Mrs. La Vonne R. Andersen Geneva Williams Ms. Janice Hummell Genevieve Cizadlo Mr. Michael Conway Mary Duenwald Nancy Rhein Gerri Coe Judge James R. Coe Mr. & Mrs. James Hedgpeth, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. John Tigges Mr. & Mrs. Paul Sherrerd Mr. & Mrs. Ronald S. Ganer Mr. & Mrs. William Truhlsen Mr. Greg M. Schatz Ms. Ardith H. Vickery Gilbert Bartman Mrs. Ruth Mitchell Gwen Grueben Mr. Roland Grueber Harold Bjusstrom Mrs. Marlys Bjustrom Harriet West Douglas Morris Kathleen Spencer Mr. & Mrs. Arthur F. McCarty Mr. Charles H. West Mrs. Lillian Rasmussen Ms. Marian Hensley Mr. & Mrs. Robert Wibbels Terry & Shannen McDaniel Wallace & Deanna White Harris Carnaby Mrs. Joan S. Carnaby Harry Hecht Mrs. Oscar Olson Henry Cech Mrs. Dona J. Brockley Herbert Ronnenkamp Mr. Charles E. Thew Herbert Ronnenkamp Mr. John Zwygart Irmgard Becker Mrs. Ruth Mitchell Irvin Milbrandt Ms. Dorothy Olson J. Oren Hoback Mr. & Mrs. Duaine Ternes Mr. & Mrs. Harold Dexter Mr. Gordon Deichmann Mr. J. Oren Hoback Mrs. Marlene Garwood Jack Hancock Mr. & Mrs. Richard D. LeClerc James & Gladys Traphagen Mr. & Mrs. Robert Dowil James Christianson Mr. & Mrs. Arlis L. Kinseth James Coe Ms. Jean Devoy James Garnhart Mr. & Mrs. Joel Knudson James Rocha Lt. Col. Michael B. Burke Jan Bader Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Bader Mr. & Mrs. Tom Fonfara Mr. & Mrs. William Smith Jan Cohen Cynthia Nobles Dr. & Mrs. Lee G. Simmons Dr. Debra J. Romberger Miss Donna Turner Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Ueda Mr. & Mrs. Jarold L. Kohll Mr. & Mrs. Mike Sitorius Mr. & Mrs. Sidney S. Mirvish Mr. Dennis Devlin Mr. Samuel Pirruccello

Ms. Barbara Beck Ms. Lora Arnold Rakesh Singh Jane C. Luxton Mr. Edward Fitzgerald Mr. Thomas Vollmuth Jane and Richard Sager Mrs. Ruth C. Tussey Jane Henshaw Ms. Susan Henshaw Jason Dorrell Linda Dorrell Jean & Richard Howell Mr. & Mrs. Richard C. Howell Jeff White Cindy Burden Jerry Doyle Lt. Col. Michael B. Burke Joe Chase Mrs. Mary Ellen Chase Joey Pacer Mr. & Mrs. Len Pacer John & Viola Walsh Ms. Maureen E. Walsh John Burke Mrs. Zella Grant John Burns Mr. Kenneth Sinner John Thomas McAndrew Mr. & Mrs. Gerald T. McAndrew JonAnn & Gordon Crawford Mr. & Mrs. Raymond L. Zdan Joy Baker Mr. Glen Baker Julie Schmidt Mr. & Mrs. Donald Chrusciel Keith D. Knudson Mr. & Mrs. Joel Knudson Kelly P. Ryan Kelly Ryan Equipment Co. Inc Kenneth Thompson Mr. Eugene Thompson Mrs. Leone Thompson Larry Vice Marvin & Phyllis Hopper Mary Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Clifford Vice Mr. & Mrs. Jeffery Wiles Mr. & Mrs. Richard J. Utecht Mr. & Mrs. Richard Lewis Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Abel Mr. & Mrs. Wiliam Menousek Mr. Stephen Brocky Ms. Ellen Galvin Plath Ms. Kathleen Maly Rosalie G. Bierle Lauren Maree Mrs. Gladys Aldrich Laverne Fox Miss Arlene G. Fox Leo & Anne Bidrowsky P J Makara LeRoy, Eva, David & Sandy Stride Mr. & Mrs. Roger S. Bresnahan, Sr. Lillian Minor Mr. & Mrs. William C. Ellis Lisa Spivey Jane Bailey M.D., P.C. Lois Jackson Mr. & Mrs. Garland Jessen Lois Olson Ms. Linda J. Enterline Lois Porter Anderson Ms. Dorothy Olson Lorene G. Churchill Mr. Michael P White Marcella Porter Mr. Steven Sholin Marcella Sellner Ms. Beverly Pugh Margaret Kiewit First Presbyterian Church Marie Klugman Mr. & Mrs. Reginald C. Yoder Marion Aulbree Mr. Eugene T. Carlson Marjorie Robbins Cynthia Hamman Marvin Stein Ms. Miriam Stein Mary Gair Mr. & Mrs. Richard D. LeClerc

Melvin Headley Mr. & Mrs. Leonard P. Engler Merland & Margaret McDowell Mr. Daniel Hilleman Merlyn Koehler Ms. Gwendolyn Koehler Michael Lynn Schuster Betty J. Schuster Mildred Dewaele Mr. & Mrs. Eldred H. McMullen Milt Kopecky Mr. John Kopecky Mr. & Mrs. S.E. Johansen Mr. Jan Johansen Mr. & Mrs. Virgil Merryman Mr. & Mrs. Roger Sindt Mr. & Mrs. W.R. Tompkins Mr. Jan Johansen Nanette Stephens Roskos Mr. & Mrs. Jerome C. Borgen Nathan Bertram Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Bertram Nathan White Jim & Julie Adams Nilda Ellingson Faye Frerichs Norvin Smith Ms. Mae Smith Opal Penke Clarice Philpot Patricia Belanger Lucien & Grace Charette Paul J. McCarthy Mr. Walter B. Graham Prudence Grunkemeyer Mrs. Helen Wengert R. Quincy Adams Mr. & Mrs. Beryl Harris Randall Widman Mutual of Omaha Companies Ray, Dan & Jeri Ostronic Mr. Rick Ostronic Rex Bayless Mr. David B. Bayless Richard & Verna Schwieger Mr. Gary Bainbridge Richard J Hazuka, Sr Rich Hazuka Richard Portz Ms. Ivy M. Portz Richard Snyder Ms. Robyn Engstrom Robert Baumann Dr. Jon Baumann Mr. & Mrs. Doug Obermier Mr. & Mrs. Larry Siref Mr. & Mrs. Mark Pitner Mr. & Mrs. Richard A. Brokke Mrs. Dorothy Weston Ms. Alta Greer Empkey Ms. Nancy Tietsort Ms. Jayne M. Brown Robert Graveman Mrs. Ellen Neary Robert H. Uhrich Mr. & Mrs. David Staplin Ms. Edna Fleming Robert Prince Mr. & Mrs. William Kovar Roberta Kiewit First Presbyterian Church Roger Strom Mrs. Sandra Strom Rolland Lewien Mr. Kurt Lewien Ron Renner Ms. Kim J. Schrack Roy O. Bagne Mrs. Paula M. Hurd Roz Goldstein Mr. & Mrs. Jarold L. Kohll Ruth Babendure Ms. Janet L. McGaughey Ruth Breen Mr. & Mrs. Warren C. Moore Ruth Ranney Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ranney Shannon Jansen Mrs. Anne M Vandekieft Shawn Heldt Mr. & Mrs. Roger W. Heldt Shirley M. Bendorf

Mr. Andrew C. Marino Shirley Mae DeMoss Mr. & Mrs. Eldon C. Goff Shirley Pope Mr. & Mrs. Robert Chambers Steve Corell Linda Scholes Stephanie Dresselhuys Sue Duncan Ms. Phyllis E. Minter Sujata Sarkar Somava Adhya Theodore & Doris Peterson Mr. Todd Peterson Tom and Angela Thorton Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Q. Thornton Una Mae Strader Mr. Brad Strateder Val & Tony Manzo Mr. Doyle W. Sones Verne Willert Mr. Verne M. Willert Vicki Kaspar Mr. Ronald A. Kaspar Vincent J. Sutera Mr. Richard D. Benak, Sr. Virginia Stefanski J. Jones Vivian Hoff Mr. George C. Hoff Wayne Amundson Mr. Andrew Amundson Wayne F. Drey Ms. Shirley Drey Wilbert & Lorna Schmilding Mr. & Mrs. Dale Tech William Bainbridge Jerry Bainbridge William Swenson Mr. Donald D. Johnson Zetta Iverson Mr. & Mrs. Donald Bergan Zoe & Roger Guillemyn Ms. Katie Costanzo