Join us virtually January 24th, 5:30 - 6:30 pm to learn more about our housing bill priorities introduced this legislative session and how we can advocate for them at the state level! We will discuss: Which housing bills we’re keeping track of How these housing bills would impact our community A timeline of when to […]
You’re invited to join Nebraska Appleseed and hear about important updates to the 2023 Legislative Session. Gather with other Nebraska change makers, get an update on Nebraska Appleseed's priority bills, and learn how you can get involved during the second half of the 2023 Legislative Session. Light refreshments will be provided and a cash bar […]
Join us in taking action to urge members of the Nebraska Legislature to support LB84, the SNAP Cliff Effect Sunset Elimination Bill. This legislation would keep food on the table for 10,000 Nebraskans who’d be left in the cold if SNAP eligibility reverts to what it was 3 years ago. We will walk through taking […]
One way Open Harvest Co-op Grocery lives out its cooperative values is through robust community donations. Nebraska Appleseed is thrilled to be selected as a part of Open Harvests’ Seed Program — a simple yet powerful community giving opportunity that allows customers to “round-up” their grocery bill. So during the month of April, stop by […]
Every Nebraskan should be able to make their voice heard on issues they care about. However, we know that for folks who live further from Lincoln or who lack reliable transportation, it can be hard to know how to make a difference on issues that affect our state. Join us on April 6 at 6:30 pm […]
Medicaid renewals have restarted, and for the first time in years, people with Medicaid could lose their coverage as DHHS conducts renewals. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has identified that at least 145,000 Nebraskans may be at risk of losing their Medicaid coverage. Join us for an in-person community presentation and […]
Why people have to flee: A conversation with Honduran water defender Reynaldo Dominguez.
We have a 2-for-1 volunteer opportunity with our friends at OutNebraska in the Raise the Wage Nebraska coalition. Join us to make calls for LGBTQ+ action or help us make signs to support minimum wage workers. You're welcome to join in both or either action. More info on the action/activities: OutNebraska will be hitting the […]
Join this Nebraska vigil to honor Nebraskans injured or lost to workplace fatalities – as part of the nationwide Workers’ Memorial Day. Hosted by United Support and Memorial for Workplace Fatalities (USMWF). If you can’t attend in person, don’t forget to Shine Bright: Shine your porch lights on the night of Friday April 28th, from […]
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 24th and your support not only increases a proportional match of $500,000 from Lincoln Community Foundation, but generous friends of Appleseed will also give […]
Join us in taking action to urge our state senators to protect voting access in Nebraska. Senators are currently discussing how they will implement the voter identification ballot initiative that passed last fall in Nebraska. We know voter ID restrictions create barriers that disproportionately impact voters who are rural, low-income, elderly, disabled, in college, and/or […]
Join our (virtual) annual statewide welcoming convening series – which brings together community leaders from all over Nebraska to share our experiences, insights, and strategies for building welcoming and inclusive communities. During these summer sessions, we will have the opportunity to hear from experienced local leaders, participate in workshops, and network with peers, all with […]