The Nonprofit Association of the Midlands released the 2025 Economic Impact of Nonprofits in Nebraska report this month. Notably, Nebraska’s nonprofit sector rivals private industries in economic scale as it employs roughly one in 10 workers statewide and generates $23.1 billion in revenue throughout local economies. The report offers the most comprehensive look yet at the expansive scale, scope and community value of Nebraska’s nonprofit sector. It was prepared by the University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research and sponsored by NAM and FNIC.
Omaha has officially joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, a national network of cities working to make their communities more livable for people of all ages. Age Friendly Omaha is asking for responses from residents over 45 years old for a city-wide survey which will inform Omaha’s first-ever, 5-year Age-Friendly Action Plan.
Community Alliance, an Omaha nonprofit which helps individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, has received a three-year CARF International accreditation — the highest level possible — by an independent, nonprofit health and human services accreditor. To achieve the accreditation by CARF International, Community Alliance went through a rigorous peer-review process, demonstrating to a team of five surveyors during an on-site visit its commitment to offering programs and services that are measurable, accountable and of the highest quality.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands is kicking off its signature fundraising event of the year, Bowl for Kids’ Sake. Community members are invited to gather a team of five-to-six friends, family members or coworkers, register their team and work together toward a shared fundraising goal. Teams will then celebrate their impact at Spare Time Omaha with free bowling, pizza and drinks. Bowling sessions run April 21–24. This year’s theme is “Prom Night,” encouraging supporters to dress up in anything from formal wear to fun, creative outfits. Proceeds directly support BBBS’s youth mentoring programs.
Child Saving Institute’s largest annual fundraiser, Cabaret, returns on Friday, April 10 at 6 p.m. at the CHI Health Center. Guests enjoy fine dining, cocktails, a silent auction, raffle opportunities and entertainment from comedian Dustin Nickerson, all while supporting the 3,500 children and families CSI serves annually.
The Omaha-based Salvation Army Western Division announced this week that it is now raising funds to support those impacted by the Nebraska wildfires. They will be focusing first on feeding firefighters on the front lines, then moving to provide assistance to families whose lives and property have been affected by the fires.