Big impact happens when we work together. You’ve proven that during this year’s Give to Lincoln Day! From all of us at Nebraska Appleseed, THANK YOU for your generous support and care for our community.
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Today is the start of Give to Lincoln Day — one of the biggest opportunities all year to make a huge impact on building a just, vibrant, and inclusive Nebraska. We’re so appreciative of some generous friends of Appleseed that have pledged a $10,000 bonus when we reach our goal of 350 supporters by Midnight,
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Nebraska Appleseed’s volunteers are a vital part of the organization’s work and the fight for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans. Their dedication and commitment to the cause are truly admirable, and they serve as an inspiration to us all. All of us at Appleseed are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who’ve contributed to its
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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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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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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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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
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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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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***For Immediate Release*** Thursday, January 13, 2022 Contact: Magdalena Cazarez Communications Director, Nebraska Appleseed O: (402) 438-8853 ext 119 C: (402) 504-0074 mcazarez@neappleseed.org Nebraska Appleseed Response to the Governor’s State of the State LINCOLN, NE – On Thursday, January 13, Nebraska Appleseed’s Executive Director, Becky Gould, issued the following statement in response to Governor Ricketts’
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