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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]