Becky Gould

PRESS RELEASE: Nebraska Appleseed Response to the Governor’s State of the State

Press Release / By Becky Gould / 01/25/2023 01/25/2023

Today, Nebraska Appleseed Executive Director Becky Gould issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s State of the State address delivered this morning: “This morning the Governor shared his reflections on the state of the state and priorities for the 2023 legislative session. Governor Pillen spoke about the importance of focusing on a better …

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Remembering Jan Gradwohl

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 01/05/2023 01/05/2023

Jan Gradwohl was not shy about calling out injustice and inequity, and using her power to create positive change. We’re sad to share that Jan recently passed away at the age of 93 and leaves an enormous legacy as an advocate for justice. Jan was a longtime Nebraska Appleseed board member, having served from 2008 …

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Nebraska workers receive first wage increase after the passage of Initiative 433

Economic Justice / By Becky Gould / 01/03/2023 01/03/2023

On January 1, Nebraska increased its minimum wage for workers across the state to $10.50/hour. This was the first in a set of annual $1.50 raises in hourly wages until the minimum wage reaches $15 in 2026, after which wages will be adjusted every year to account for cost of living increases. This initial increase …

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THANK YOU!

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 12/13/2022 12/13/2022

We set an ambitious goal to raise $80,000 during last week’s drive, and YOU delivered to help sustain momentum into 2023 so that every Nebraskan has the rights, resources, and opportunities to thrive! With the combined efforts of over 200 advocates we surpassed our goal and raised nearly $90,000! YOU have shown that we can …

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WELCOME FREEDOM THOMPSON, HEALTH CARE COMMUNITY ORGANIZER!

Health Care / By Becky Gould / 12/09/2022 12/08/2022

Help us welcome Freedom Thompson (she/her/hers) to the Appleseed Team! Freedom is our new Health Care Community Organizer, supporting our health care access team in building, maintaining, and coordinating authentic grassroots relationships that ensure Appleseed’s programmatic work is community-led and builds power locally. Born and raised in Lincoln, Freedom’s continual passion for nature, food, arts, …

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WELCOME KIERAN KISSLER, STATE POLICY ASSOCIATE!

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 10/19/2022 10/19/2022

Help us welcome Kieran Kissler (she/her/hers) to the Appleseed Team! Kieran is our new State Policy Associate, supporting our policy team in lobbying efforts in the Nebraska Legislature, and building relationships with Unicameral senators and staff as well as Appleseed organizers. Kieran grew up in central Nebraska and graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in …

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WELCOME CLARISSA GUZMAN, WEITZ FELLOW!

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 09/16/2022 09/16/2022

Help us welcome Clarissa Guzman (she/her/ella) to the Appleseed Team! Clarissa is our Weitz Fellow for 2022-23. She works closely with Collective Impact Lincoln and the Health Care Access team, and manages our volunteer program. Clarissa graduated from Carleton College in Minnesota. During her time in school, she worked closely with a local nonprofit, Growing …

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Save the Date: 2022 Good Apple Awards

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 07/26/2022 07/26/2022

We’re so excited to gather in person this year for the 2022 Good Apple Awards, Appleseed’s annual fundraiser celebrating community advocates who are building a more just, vibrant, and inclusive Nebraska. Now more than ever is a great time to gather together and feel a sense of community that reminds people there is a larger …

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WELCOME SIERRA SALGADO PIRIGYI, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR!

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 07/22/2022 07/22/2022

Join us in welcoming Sierra Salgado Pirigyi (she/her/hers) to the Appleseed team! As our new Communications Director, she manages our branding, marketing, media/public relations, and communications strategy. Originally from Northwest Iowa, Sierra has made Nebraska her home since 2009. Previously, Sierra worked for nonprofits Project WISE, Project Interfaith, Urban Abbey, and Tri-Faith Initiative in various …

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Match your support during Give to Lincoln Day!

Uncategorized / By Becky Gould / 05/02/2022 04/29/2022

Give to Lincoln Day is one of the biggest opportunities all year to make a huge impact on building a just, vibrant, and inclusive Nebraska. Contribute to Appleseed now through May 26th and your support not only increases a proportional match of $500,000 from Lincoln Community Foundation, but generous friends of Appleseed will also give …

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