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 Paid Sick Leave for Nebraskans Campaign. Click here to register!
Gather with Nebraska Appleseed, Voices for Children in Nebraska, and the Women's Fund of Omaha to get to know other Nebraska change makers, get an update on the 2024 Nebraska Legislative session, and learn how you can get involved! Light refreshments will be provided. A cash bar will be available. Click here to register!
2024's Housing Affordability & Justice Lobby Day is an inclusive advocacy event designed to address key housing issues in Nebraska. The morning features an enriching Advocacy 101 training session at the Lincoln Community Foundation from 9am to 10am, covering advocacy essentials and fostering collaborative strategies. Participants then transition to the Capitol for a 10:30am press […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]