Nebraska Appleseed

Paid Sick Leaving Hearing: Congressional District 2 (Omaha)
2024-10-25 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | The Thompson Alumni Center, Bootstrapper Hall 6705 Dodge St, Omaha, NE, 68182, United States
If you are interested in sharing your support for paid sick leave, you can share your testimony in three to five minutes in front of staff from the Secretary of State’s office. There is no recording or official public record of these hearings, but it allows voters the opportunity to learn more from their own community members about support for each initiative.

Housing Advocate Potluck
2024-10-24 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Peter Pan Park, 32nd & W, Lincoln, NE, 68503, United States
Is your housing situation spooky? Tell us more at our Halloween Housing Advocates Potluck + Costume Party! Join Lincoln Housing Advocates to connect with fellow Lincolnites over a shared meal and discussion of how we can collectively advance affordable, safe, and accessible housing for all Lincolnites! Children are welcome! RSVP at bit.ly/Oct-26-Potluck >>> An extended event description is available on the RSVP form and FB event page.

Ballot Breakdown
2024-10-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
This year’s election is going to be incredibly important for so many Nebraskans, with measures ranging from Paid Sick Leave to Reproductive Care. Voting is an incredible way to get a direct say in legislation that can deeply impact yourself and many others.
Join us and other community members on Monday, October 22nd from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM CT for a virtual workshop highlighting how you can use the power of your voice to advocate on the ballot this year and have a direct say in the issues impacting you. We will cover important voter ID information, the 4 ballot measure topics including paid sick leave, school voucher programs, medical marijuana, and abortion. We will discuss what the implementation looks like, their timelines, who it will directly impact, and what the language is.
This virtual session is open to anyone who wants an easy guide on how to navigate this year’s ballot! No previous experience or knowledge is required! Bring yourself, invite your friends, and join the conversation.

Paid Sick Leaving Hearing: Congressional District 3 (Ogallala)
2024-10-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | NACO West Springs Center, 102 Diamond Springs Trail, Ogallala, NE, 69153, United States

Justice Reimagined: A Virtual Community Conversation
2024-10-21 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join Nebraska Appleseed and RISE for a community conversation on legislative bills that impact the incarcerated and post-incarceration folx in Nebraska!
Register

Scoops of Support Day
2024-10-17 | eCreamery, 5001 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE, United States
Throughout October, you can get a special Appleseed ice cream at eCreamery in Omaha (5001 Underwood Ave) and support Appleseed’s mission!
eCreamery has created a special Good Apple Crisp caramel apple ice cream containing brown sugar crumble and caramel swirls. $1 of every pint sold will be donated to Nebraska Appleseed.
On Thursday, October 17, eCreamery will donate 10% of all sales to Nebraska Appleseed during their Scoops of Support Day. From 5pm-7pm you can meet Appleseed staff, enjoy some ice cream, and learn more about our efforts building a better Nebraska.

Paid Sick Leave Community Conversation (Omaha)
2024-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Omaha ForUs, 3337 N 107th St, Omaha, NE, 68134, United States
Join Nebraska Appleseed and OutNebraska for a community conversation about access to paid sick leave. You will have an opportunity to share your experience and learn about ways to share your story to support the Nebraskans for Paid Sick Leave campaign.
Register online.

Paid Sick Leave Community Conversation w/ OutNebraska
2024-10-15 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
Join Nebraska Appleseed and OutNebraska in Omaha on October 15th for a community conversation about access to paid sick leave. You will have an opportunity to share your experience and learn about ways to share your story to support the Nebraskans for Paid Sick Leave campaign.
Check-in starts at 5:30!
Register

Paid Sick Leaving Hearing: Congressional District 1 (Lincoln)
2024-10-14 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Nebraska State Capitol, 1445 K St, Lincoln, NE, 68509, United States

Good Apple Awards
2024-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Livestock Exchange Building Ballroom, 4920 S 30th St, Omaha, 68107, United States
Join us for Nebraska Appleseed’s annual Good Apple Awards as we honor people who stand up for justice for all Nebraskans and celebrate the year’s accomplishments.

Paid Sick Leave Community Conversation (Grand Island)
2024-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | YWCA Grand Island, 211 E Fonner Park Rd, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
Join us for a community conversation about access to paid sick leave. You will have an opportunity to share your experience and learn about ways to share your story to support the Nebraskans for Paid Sick Leave campaign.
Register online.

Supporter Happy Hour
2024-09-25 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Rooted Books, 315 N Locust, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
You’re invited to gather with Nebraska Appleseed, Elevate Grand Island, and Young Professionals of Color for a supporter happy hour!
You’ll learn more about the work each group is doing in the community and throughout the state; meet staff and other advocates; and learn how you can get involved. It’s also an opportunity to check out Rooted Books, Grand Island’s newest bookstore, and enjoy refreshments from Deliboards.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Casual; come and go as you please: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Brief Program at 6:00 p.m.
Rooted Books & Gifts
315 N Locust, Grand Island, NE 68801
RSVP is not required but appreciated to help us anticipate numbers.
Questions? Contact Denni Mitchell at dmitchell@neappleseed.org

Paid Sick Leave Community Conversation (Lincoln)
2024-09-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Educare Lincoln, 3425 N 14th St, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States

Justice Reimagined: A Community Conversation
2024-09-21 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Bennett Martin Public Library, 136 S 14th St, Lincoln, NE, 68508, United States
To end the cycles of incarceration, we must be open to having hard conversations, especially when Black and Brown communities are the most impacted, but the ones not often invited to the table.
That’s why we’re co-hosting another community conversation with our friends at RISE: to uplift the voices of those who have been incarcerated and impacted by changes brought to the justice system.
Come learn about how new laws in Nebraska may impact those who are currently incarcerated or have been incarcerated.
All are welcome to this community conversation! We hope you’ll join us as we come together to hear from those with lived experience – and those who have been second-hand impacted by the incarceration of a loved one.
Register

Housing Advocates: Community Organizing 101
2024-09-19 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | F St Community Center, 1225 F St, Lincoln, NE, 68508, United States
Join us for a Community Organizing 101 workshop, where you’ll connect with other advocates from across Lincoln over a shared meal and learn how to unite your community to drive meaningful change. Community organizing is a powerful tool in housing advocacy, empowering individuals to come together, identify common issues, and collectively work towards solutions that promote safe, affordable, and equitable housing for all. This workshop will provide you with the skills and strategies needed to mobilize your community, amplify renters’ voices, and push for the housing justice we all deserve.
Children are welcome!
RSVP online at: bit.ly/LNKCommunityOrganizing101
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/neVWy2KSqk8CKyzf/
Lincoln Housing Advocate’s goal is to promote and support systems that provide affordable, accessible and safe housing for all!
Contact Lizzie Turner with any questions, feedback, accessibility needs & to join our Housing Advocate listserv: lturner@neappleseed.org

Welcoming Week 2024
2024-09-13 08:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for Welcoming Week 2024 from September 13-22! This year’s theme “We’re All In” aims to go deeper and spark individual reflection on how and why belonging occurs, and ways we can break barriers to foster belonging for all, including immigrants and refugees.
Here in Nebraska and across the country and globe, community members are practicing what makes welcoming places and fosters belonging for all people.
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Nebraska Statewide Housing Advocates Grill-Out
2024-08-22 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Turbine Flats (Resonator Gallery), 2124 Y St, Flat 121, Lincoln, NE, 68503, United States
Join us for an evening of community and connection at the Statewide Housing Advocates Grill-out, co-hosted by Collective Impact Lincoln and NeighborWorks Lincoln! Enjoy a shared meal and engaging conversations as we explore ways to use our collective power to strengthen housing advocacy in Lincoln.
We’ll provide a variety of grilled favorites, including burgers and hot dogs with veggie options, and you’re welcome to bring a side dish to share. Children are welcome to join us for story time and art activities. Our goal is to promote and support systems that provide affordable, accessible, and safe housing for all.
Sign up to let us know you’re coming: bit.ly/SHAGO
By filling out the form, you consent to receive reminder emails about the event. Signing up through this form is not required to attend. There are options at the bottom of the form to sign up for additional communication related to housing advocacy. A food item is not required for attendance.
Contact Sam Meier-Bates with any questions, feedback, or to join our housing advocate listserv: sam.meierbates@civicnebraska.org
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/466386529686587
We look forward to seeing you there!

Justice Reimagined: A Community Conversation
2024-08-19 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | RISE Reentry Office, 3555 Farnam St Suite 501, Omaha, NE, 68131, United States
Join Nebraska Appleseed and RISE Reentry Program for a Justice Reimagined Community Conversation on Monday, August 19th from 5:15pm-7:00pm in the RISE Reentry Office.
We’ll host a conversation, eat tasty food, play games, and more! This is an open house event, so come at the time that works best for you.
Family and friends are welcomed!! Please use this form to register and let us know that you’re coming!

Welcoming Summer Convening Session 3: We’re All In for Lived Expertise on Local Boards
2024-08-09 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
We know that people who have lived expertise as immigrant community members, leaders of color, and other diverse backgrounds bring fresh perspectives and experiences that enrich decision making, and can deepen understanding of community dynamics, but how do we ensure new members and the board are prepared? What are the expectations and duties of board members? How will the board receive new ideas? We’ll explore how to prepare new board members and the boards themselves.

Housing Advocates: Feeding the Neighborhood
2024-07-25 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | NeighborWorks Lincoln Meeting Room, 2530 Q St, Lincoln, NE, 68503, United States
Housing advocates, urban gardeners, and conservationists! – whether you grow your own food, aspire to, or just want to connect with others passionate about local food; join us as we hear from three local experts on what we as Lincolnites can and are doing to feed locals and rebuild the connection between us and the food on our plates!
**Please note there is no parking on Q Street. We have some stalls behind our building via the alleyway or on-street parking on 26th Street.**
Lincoln Housing Advocate’s goal is to promote and support systems that provide affordable, accessible, and safe housing for all!
Contact Brent Lucke with any questions, feedback, & to join our housing advocacy listserv: Brent.Lucke@nwlincoln.org 402-413-1347
This event is co-hosted by NeighborWorks Lincoln & Collective Impact Lincoln.

Welcoming Summer Convening Session 2: We’re All In for Language Access
2024-07-19 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Being able to communicate is foundational to belonging. Language Access furthers organizational and community change efforts that advance equity and access for culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Together, we’ll learn the significance of Language Access, best practices and resources, and where to start with a plan as we strive to provide more equitable access to health care, local government and services.

Pride Housing Advocate Potluck
2024-06-27 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Peter Pan Park, 32nd & W, Lincoln, NE, 68503, United States
Lincoln Housing Advocates PRIDE June Housing Advocate Potluck
Thursday, June 20th, 5:30p-7:00p
Peter Pan Park Open Shelter, 32nd & W, Lincoln, NE 68503
Join us to connect with other advocates around Lincoln over a shared meal and guided group discussion to explore ways we can use our collective power to strengthen Lincoln! At this Pride Month potluck, discussion will be focused on housing issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. Pride themed outfits and dishes will be celebrated!
This event is at a venue accessible to wheelchair users. Children are welcome! A food item is not required for attendance.
Lincoln Housing Advocate’s goal is to promote and support systems that provide affordable, accessible and safe housing for all!
Signup to let us know you’re coming here: bit.ly/junehousingpotluck
*Signing up is not required for attendance.*
Contact Lizzie Turner with any questions, feedback, accessibility needs & to join our Housing Advocate listserv: lturner@neappleseed.org

Nebraska Summer EBT 2024: What to Expect and How to Help
2024-06-14 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
This is the first year of Nebraska’s Summer EBT program!
Join Kayte Partch, NDE’s Director of Nutrition Services, and Eric Savaiano, Nebraska Appleseed’s Food and Nutrition Access Program Manager, to walk through program details, eligibility, helpful resources, and how to get the word out in your community. This webinar will be recorded.
Register | Facebook Event

Welcoming Summer Convening Session 1: We’re All In for Belonging & Welcoming Week 2024
2024-06-07 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Every year, communities across Nebraska host September Welcoming Week events as one way of building communities of belonging. These events – large and small – are a great way to bring neighbors together to learn about one another and celebrate what they love about their community. In this session, we’ll share tips and ideas on hosting neighbor-to-neighbor events and building strong inclusion practices any time during the year, and especially as we prepare for Welcoming Week 2024! This year’s theme, We’re All In, invites communities to showcase how they’re building places that value all perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and cultures. Learn what others are all in on and hear from leaders who have hosted successful Welcoming Week events across the state! Are you all in on civic participation? Or sharing culture? Or healthy communities?

Housing Advocate Potluck
2024-05-30 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Loren Corey Eiseley Library, 1530 Superior St, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Join Lincoln Housing Advocates for our May gathering! We’ll hear from Hoppe Development & NeighborWorks Lincoln about how they develop affordable housing and what factors impact unit affordability, including construction costs, public financing tools, and more!
Dinner will be provided, and children are welcome to attend!
Let us know you’re coming by RSVPing at https://bit.ly/Affordable4WhomMay30. RSVPing is not necessary but helps us plan to have enough food for everyone.

Medicaid Renewal Community Conversation
2024-05-11 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Essential Gathering Place, 5001 N 42nd St, Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
Join our Medicaid Renewal Community Conversation on Saturday, May 11th, from 12-1:30 pm at Essential Gathering Place.
Dinner, childcare, and a gift will be available for families who attend.
Come with questions, and we’ll come with as many answers as possible!
Registration is required!

Appleseed Post-Session Happy Hour
2024-05-01 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Cosmic Eye Brewing, 6800 P St, #300, Lincoln, NE, 68505, United States
You’re invited to gather with Nebraska Appleseed and other advocates for a post-session happy hour!
We’ll recap the 2024 legislative session and share how you can get involved on two key ballot initiative campaigns: Paid Sick Leave for Nebraskans and Protect Our Rights.
Appleseed Post-Session Happy Hour
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Casual come and go from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Brief Legislative Update at 5:45 p.m.
Cosmic Eye Brewing
6800 P St, #300
Lincoln, NE
Light refreshments will be provided with a cash bar.
Plan to attend? RSVP to let us know! RSVP is not required, but appreciated to help us anticipate numbers.
Questions? Contact Denni Mitchell, dmitchell@neappleseed.org.
Thank you for being a part of the Appleseed community. We look forward to catching up with you at Cosmic Eye Brewing on Wednesday, May 1!

Demystifying Health Care Access in Our Nebraska Communities
2024-04-27 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | 3Sisters, 1941 S 42nd St Suite F, Omaha, NE, 68105, United States
Let’s talk about health, resources, and community well-being.
On Saturday, April 27, we’ll be with our friends and partners at 3Sisters for an honest community conversation about health care resources available to you, and to discuss strategies for enhancing overall health and wellness in our communities.
Why “Demystifying”?
Demystifying health care access involves breaking down the barriers that prevent individuals from obtaining the medical services they need. This can include improving awareness about available resources, ensuring affordability, and promoting inclusivity for all members of society. By increasing transparency around health care options, reducing stigma associated with seeking help, and advocating for policies that prioritize accessibility, we can work towards a healthcare system that is more equitable and responsive to the needs of everyone.
Come be a part of this meaningful conversation! Together, we can foster healthy environments that cultivate thriving communities.

Housing Advocate Potluck
2024-04-25 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Educare Lincoln, 3425 N 14th St, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Join us to connect with other advocates around Lincoln over a shared meal and guided group discussion to explore ways we can use our collective power to strengthen Lincoln!
A food item is not required for attendance.
Signup to let us know you’re coming here: bit.ly/AprilHousingPotluck
Signing up is not required for attendance.

Lincoln Housing Advocate’s goal is to promote and support systems that provide affordable, accessible and safe housing for all!
Contact Lizzie Turner with any questions, Feedback, & to join our Housing Advocate listserv: lturner@neappleseed.org

Housing Advocate Workshop: Code Enforcement
2024-03-28 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | NeighborWorks Lincoln Meeting Room, 2530 Q St, Lincoln, NE, 68503, United States
Join fellow Lincoln Housing Advocates as we learn from Sean Stewart with the Lincoln Building & Safety Department about code enforcement basics, the review process, and questions they frequently receive from the community.
Lincoln Housing Advocate’s goal is to promote and support systems that provide affordable, accessible, and safe housing for all!
Contact Chelsea Egenberger with any questions, feedback, & to join our housing advocacy listserv: Chelsea.Egenberger@nwlincoln.org 402-477-7181 EXT 204
This event is co-hosted by NeighborWorks Lincoln & Collective Impact Lincoln.
