Form990
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Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2021 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2021 , and ending 06-30-2022
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
 
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
238 S 13 ST
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
LINCOLN, NE685082004
D Employer identification number

47-0376624
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 7,897,396
F Name and address of principal officer:
MEAGAN LIESVELD
238 S 13 ST
LINCOLN,NE685082004
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Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
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Website:MediumBullet
WWW.UNITEDWAYLINCOLN.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. See instructions.
H(c)
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K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 1945
M State of legal domicile: NE
Part I
Summary
Activities  & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: FUNDING TO LOCAL IMPACT PARTNERS WHO FOCUS ON ACHIEVING OUTCOMES IN THE THREE SPECIFIC AREAS DETERMINED TO BE ESSENTIAL IN IMPROVING PEOPLE'S LIVES AND STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY:1) EDUCATION2) INCOME3) HEALTH
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 28
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 28
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2021 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 23
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 1,511
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 0
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, Part I, line 11 ......... 7b 0
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 7,771,430 7,625,441
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 0 0
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 10,976 15,099
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 147,874 143,111
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 7,930,280 7,783,651
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 5,670,867 5,390,928
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 1,218,959 1,354,141
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet1,044,784    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 994,169 936,751
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 7,883,995 7,681,820
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 46,285 101,831
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 9,093,320 10,176,018
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 6,559,879 7,540,746
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 2,533,441 2,635,272
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2021)
Form 990 (2021)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: TO IMPROVE LIVES BY MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF THE LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY COMMUNITY.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .....................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services? ...........................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 735,404 including grants of $ 735,404 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
COMMUNITY IMPACT FOCUS AREA:EDUCATION (SEE DETAILED LIST OF PROGRAMS IN THIS FOCUS AREA ON SCHEDULE O).DURING THE 2021-2022 FISCAL YEAR, FUNDED PROGRAMS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING:1) 6,974 STUDENTS WERE SERVED BY OUR FUNDED AGENCIES2) 1,192 STUDENTS MADE ACADEMIC PROGRESS3) 4,910 STUDENTS DEVELOPED AT LEAST ONE POSITIVE ADULT RELATIONSHIP
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 661,500 including grants of $ 661,500 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
COMMUNITY IMPACT FOCUS AREA: HEALTH (SEE DETAILED LIST OF PROGRAMS IN THIS FOCUS AREA ON SCHEDULE O).DURING THE 2021-2022 FISCAL YEAR, FUNDED PROGRAMS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING:1) 45,434 NIGHTS OF EMERGENCY SHELTER WERE PROVIDED2) 7,471 PARTICIPANTS REPORTED THAT THEY KNOW MORE WAYS TO PLAN FOR THEIR SAFETY3) 9,208 UNDUPLICATED PARTICIPANTS WERE SERVED
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 449,831 including grants of $ 449,831 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
COMMUNITY IMPACT FOCUS AREA: INCOME (SEE DETAILED LIST OF PROGRAMS IN THIS FOCUS AREA ON SCHEDULE O).DURING THE 2021-2022 FISCAL YEAR, FUNDED PROGRAMS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING: 1) 5,017,875 POUNDS OF FOOD WERE DISTRIBUTED.2) 1,549,074 MEALS WERE SERVED3) 2,879 PEOPLE MAINTAINED AND/OR ACHIEVED HOUSING STABILITY.4) 69,832 PARTICIPANTS FOUND AND/OR MAINTAINED CONNECTIONS TO OTHER RESOURCES SUCH AS STATE, FEDERAL, AND LOCALLY FUNDED SAFETY NETS.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 604,373 including grants of $ 604,373 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
COMMUNITY RESPONSE: THIS INITIATIVE IS A COORDINATED COMMUNITY WIDE EFFORT TO PREVENT CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT IN LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY AND REDUCE ENTRY INTO HIGHER LEVELS OF CARE WITHIN THE CHILD WELFARE AND JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM. UNITED WAY SERVES AS THE FISCAL BACKBONE OF THIS EFFORT BY COORDINATING WITH SEVEN (7) PROVIDERS WHO DELIVER SERVICES TO CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES. UNITED WAY ALSO PROVIDES A PART-TIME COMMUNITY RESPONSE MANAGER TO COORDINATE EFFORTS ACROSS PARTNER AGENCIES, ENSURE REPORTING ACCURACY, AND PROVIDE OVERSIGHT FOR THE EVALUATION AND REPORTING PROCESS. THE COMMUNITY RESPONSE MANAGER ALSO WORKS TO SUPPORT THE LANCASTER CONNECTED PREVENTION COLLABORATIVE IN LINCOLN. UNITED WAY SERVES IN AN ADMINISTRATIVE CAPACITY FOR THIS PROJECT THROUGH CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT/MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING. THIS PROGRAM WAS SUPPORTED THROUGH GRANT DOLLARS AWARDED TO UNITED WAY FROM NEBRASKA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FOUNDATION (NCFF) IN THE AMOUNT OF $604,373 DURING THE 2021-2022 FISCAL PERIOD. UNITED WAY DONORS AND COMMUNITY FUNDERS DIRECTED AN ADDITIONAL $7,500 TO THIS INITIATIVE FOR FLEXIBLE FUNDING TO PROMOTE THE SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES BY ASSISTING AT A TIME OF CRISIS IN MEETING BASIC NEEDS SUCH AS FOOD AND SHELTER.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 254,953 including grants of $ 254,953 ) (Revenue $   )
ENGAGE. EMPOWER.GRADUATE (EEG): THE WOMEN UNITED AND EMERGING LEADERS UNITED AFFINITY GROUPS COMBINED TO SUPPORT BREAKTHROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MCPHEE AND CAMPBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COMMUNITIES. THE RESULTING INITIATIVE SUPPORTS MULTIPLE PROGRAMS THAT EMPOWER FAMILIES AND STUDENTS TO STRIVE FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND ON-TIME GRADUATION THUS SETTING THEM UP FOR LONG-TERM SUCCESS. $254,953 WAS RAISED AND ALLOCATED TO THE FOLLOWING EEG SUPPORTED PROGRAMS: JUMP START TO KINDERGARTEN, FAMILY LITERACY, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, SUMMER ENRICHMENT, AND COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 43,893 including grants of $ 43,893 ) (Revenue $   )
WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY (WIP) INITIATIVE: UNITED WAY'S ANNUAL WIP HELPING HANDS AUCTION RAISED FUNDS TO PROVIDE DIAPERS AND CLOTHING TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES. THE WIP INITIATIVE AWARDED $43,893 TO TEN UNITED WAY PARTNER AGENCIES TO PURCHASE DIAPERS AND CLOTHING FOR THE LOW-INCOME CHILDREN AND FAMILIES THEY SERVE.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 35,000 including grants of $ 35,000 ) (Revenue $   )
LINCOLN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS (CLC): $35,000 HAS BEEN ALLOCATED TO LINCOLN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS. THE CLC INITIATIVE IS FOCUSED ON ACHIEVING THREE MAJOR OUTCOMES: IMPROVED STUDENT LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT; STRONG AND SUPPORTIVE FAMILIES; AND ENGAGED NEIGHBORHOODS.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 21,282 including grants of $ 21,282 ) (Revenue $   )
VIRTUAL BOOK DRIVE: : AN ONLINE CAMPAIGN SPONSORED BY THE UNITED WAY WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY AND EMERGING LEADERS UNITED GROUPS RAISED $21,282 FOR THE PURCHASE OF BOOKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR CHILDREN IN LANCASTER COUNTY. A TOTAL OF 3,907 BOOKS WERE DISTRIBUTED DURING THE 2021-2022 FISCAL YEAR.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 16,018 including grants of $ 16,018 ) (Revenue $   )
EMERGING LEADERS UNITED INITIATIVE: UNITED WAY'S EMERGING LEADERS UNITED AFFINITY GROUP RAISED AND ALLOCATED $16,018 TO SUPPORT CREATIVE LEARNING SPACES IN LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. CREATIVE LEARNING SPACES PROVIDE A CALMING AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR KINDERGARTEN THROUGH FIFTH GRADE CHILDREN WITHIN THE SCHOOL SETTING ENABLING THEM TO PRACTICE SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL AND COPING SKILLS AND STRATEGIES SUCH AS LISTENING, FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS, AND SELF-REGULATION. THE GOAL IS TO DECREASE THE NUMBER OF NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR INCIDENTS REQUIRING A STUDENT TO BE REMOVED FROM THE CLASSROOM THUS INCREASING STUDENT INSTRUCTIONAL TIME SPENT IN THE CLASSROOM. FOUR TITLE 1 SCHOOLS RECEIVED FUNDING THIS YEAR - ARNOLD ELEMENTARY, BROWNELL ELEMENTARY, CAMPBELL ELEMENTARY AND HOLMES ELEMENTARY.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 8,000 including grants of $ 8,000 ) (Revenue $   )
DATA-TRACKING PROJECT: THIS PROJECT RECEIVED AN $8,000 ALLOCATION IN A JOINTLY FUNDED EFFORT WITH THE JOINT BUDGET COMMITTEE TO HELP TRACK FOOD PANTRY AND FOOD DISTRIBUTION EFFORTS IN THE COMMUNITY. THE GOAL IS TO DETERMINE AN UNDUPLICATED COUNT OF CLIENTS SERVED TO BETTER INCREASE THEIR FOOD STABILITY.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 25,000 including grants of $ 25,000 ) (Revenue $   )
LINCOLN PARTNERSHIP FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: UNITED WAY PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR THE LINCOLN PARTNERSHIP FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT'S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY TO CREATE PATHWAYS FOR LINCOLN RESIDENTS TO OBTAIN LIVING-WAGE EMPLOYMENT IN OUR COMMUNITY. $25,000 HAS BEEN ALLOCATED FOR THIS PROJECT.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 11,375 including grants of $ 11,375 ) (Revenue $   )
STABLE STRONG SUCCESSFUL: THIS INITIATIVE PROVIDES TARGETED PROGRAMS AT A NEIGHBORHOOD LEVEL, ENSURING THAT FAMILIES HAVE ACCESS TO MUCH NEEDED RESOURCES AND SUPPORT TO HELP STABILIZE THEIR HOME LIFE. PROGRAMS WORK TO PREVENT CHRONIC ABSENTEEISM IN THE SCHOOLS AND SEEK TO CHANGE THE FUTURE FOR STUDENTS IN LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY. $11,375 HAS BEEN ALLOCATED FOR THIS INITIATIVE.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 10,000 including grants of $ 10,000 ) (Revenue $   )
SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM: $10,000 WAS ALLOCATED FOR THIS PROGRAM OFFERED BY THE FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN. 84,512 MEALS WERE SERVED TO STUDENTS DURING THE SUMMER OF 2022.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 536,743 including grants of $ 536,743 ) (Revenue $   )
COMBINED HEALTH AGENCIES DRIVE (CHAD): UNITED WAY PARTNERS WITH CHAD TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE ANNUAL CAMPAIGN IN LINCOLN. CHAD PROGRAMS AND ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDE MEDICAL RESEARCH, PATIENT AND FAMILY SERVICES, AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY TO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES FACING CHRONIC ILLNESS. THE ALLOCATION FOR CHAD FROM THE 2021 CAMPAIGN WAS $536,743.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 2,026,645 including grants of $ 1,705,786 ) (Revenue $   )
DESIGNATIONS: UNITED WAY PROCESSED $2,025,831 IN DONOR-DESIGNATED FUNDS. DONOR-DESIGNATED FUNDS ARE CONTRIBUTIONS SPECIFICALLY DIRECTED BY THE DONOR TO OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY ACTS IN A FISCAL AGENT CAPACITY TO COLLECT, PROCESS, AND DISBURSE THE FUNDS. ORGANIZATIONS MUST HAVE TAX-EXEMPT STATUS AND BE COMPLIANT WITH THE PATRIOT ACT.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 721,862 including grants of $ 211,731 ) (Revenue $   )
PROGRAM GENERAL OPERATING COSTS: EXPENSES OF $706,229 WERE INCURRED BY THE ORGANIZATION TO ASSESS COMMUNITY NEEDS; PROVIDE OUTCOME MEASUREMENT TRAINING TO VARIOUS ENTITIES IN THE COMMUNITY; PROVIDE PROGRAM ASSESSMENT, REVIEW, AND SELECTION; ADMINISTER GRANTS; PROVIDE FINANCIAL AND STEWARDSHIP OVERSIGHT OF GRANT RECIPIENTS; AND PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TO ADVANCE COMMON GOALS IN THE THREE FOCUS AREAS OF EDUCATION, INCOME, AND HEALTH
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 34,464 including grants of $ 34,464 ) (Revenue $   )
RIDE UNITED LAST MILE DELIVERY: IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE AND DOORDASH, THIS PROGRAM FULFILLS CRITICAL FOOD INSECURITY NEEDS IN 38 MARKETS ACROSS 17 STATES INCLUDING LINCOLN, NEBRASKA. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES A SAFE AND SOCIALLY DISTANCED WAY TO DELIVER FOOD TO HOUSEHOLDS IN NEED, AND HELPS RELIEVE STRESS OF LONG WAITING LINES AT LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES IN THE COMMUNITY. OVER 250 FOOD DELIVERIES ARE MADE TO LINCOLN FAMILIES EACH WEEK. IN 2021 10,000 DELIVERIES WERE MADE TO FAMILIES LIVING IN LINCOLN WITH A GOAL OF 12,500 DELIVERIES FOR 2022. PROGRAM FUNDING WAS $34,464.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 25,575 including grants of $ 25,575 ) (Revenue $   )
LINCOLN RESETTLEMENT FUND: FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,575 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE LINCOLN RESETTLEMENT FUND. THE FUNDS WILL BE POOLED WITH DONATIONS FROM OTHER FUNDERS IN THE COMMUNITY TO CREATE GRANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR AGENCIES WORKING TO ASSIST REFUGEES FROM UKRAINE AND AFGHANISTAN. TARGETED NEEDS INCLUDE TRANSPORTATION, CHILDCARE, AND CASE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT. THE FUNDRAISING GOAL FOR THIS COMMUNITY WIDE EFFORT IS $400,000.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 4,375,183 including grants of $ 3,544,193 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet6,221,918
Form 990 (2021)
Form 990 (2021)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? See instructions. Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I.............
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II.........
4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Rev. Proc. 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part III..
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment.........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment....
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule D,
Part IIIClick to see attachment..............
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part V......
10
 
No
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X, as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D,
Part VI. Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment.......
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIIClick to see attachment.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IXClick to see attachment............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Parts XI and XII
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12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? .....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV.....
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I. See instructions. ....Click to see attachment
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................Click to see attachment
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.....Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
Yes
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........Click to see attachment
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J.......................
23
 
No
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a...............
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds? ...............
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I ....
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I.......................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5 or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II...........
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity (including an employee thereof) or family member of any of these persons?
If "Yes," complete
Schedule L, Part III.........................
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see the Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, or substantial contributor? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV......................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of any individual described in line 28a? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....
28b
 
No
c
A 35% controlled entity of one or more individuals and/or organizations described in line 28a or 28b? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .................Click to see attachment
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II........................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I............Click to see attachment
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1.........................Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
Yes
 
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 ...Click to see attachment
35b
 
No
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2............. Click to see attachment
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations on Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V...........
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
4
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included on line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance (continued)
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
23
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. See instructions.
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
 
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? ..
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? ..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? ...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? ......................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? .....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? .........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? ......................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? ..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? ........
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?........
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?...
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources. (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? .........
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
15
Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute payment(s) during the year? ....................
If "Yes," see the instructions and file Form 4720, Schedule N.
15
 
No
16
Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O.
16
 
No
17
Section 501(c)(21) organizations. Did the trust, any disqualified person, or mine operator engage in any activities that would result in the imposition of an excise tax under section 4951, 4952, or 4953? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 6069.
17
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure. For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year
1a
28
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent
1b
28
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? .
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .......................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe on Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe on Schedule O how this was done...................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process on Schedule O. See instructions.
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (1024 or 1024-A, if applicable), 990, and 990-T (section 501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
MediumBulletMARY ALDRICH-KNIGHT238 SOUTH 13TH STREET   LINCOLN,NE68508 (402) 441-7178
Form 990 (2021)
Form 990 (2021)
Page 7
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See the instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (box 5 of Form W-2, Form 1099-MISC, and/or box 1 of Form 1099-NEC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

See the instructions for the order in which to list the persons above.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line)
(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) BOB BALFANY......................................................................
ASSISTANT TRASURER 2022
1.00
.................
 
X   X       0 0 0
(2) BRIAN CHAFFIN......................................................................
PRESIDENT 2022
1.00
.................
 
X   X       0 0 0
(3) NANCY BIGGS......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2021
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(4) KATE BOLZ......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2021
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(5) JOY CITTA......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(6) GEOFF CLINE......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(7) BRAD CRAIN......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(8) JAMIE DETERDING......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(9) RENEE DOZIER......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(10) CONNIE DUNCAN......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2021
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(11) CHARLIE FOSTER......................................................................
VICE PRESIDENT 2022
1.00
.................
 
X   X       0 0 0
(12) JANE GREEN......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(13) JOHN GREVING......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(14) JAMIE HARDER......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(15) STACI HAAS......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
(16) SUE MARTIN......................................................................
ASSISTANT TRASURER 2021
1.00
.................
 
X   X       0 0 0
(17) TJ MCDOWELL......................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.................
 
X           0 0 0
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line)
(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) ERIC MOOSS........................................................................
PRESIDENT ELECT 2022
1.00
.......................  
X   X       0 0 0
(19) PHIL MORGAN........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(20) BILL MUELLER........................................................................
PAST PRESIDENT 2021
1.00
.......................  
X   X       0 0 0
(21) RYAN NELSON........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(22) WALTER POWELL........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(23) CHRIS RASMUSSEN........................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(24) APRIL RIMPLEY........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(25) BRYAN ROBERTSON........................................................................
TREASURER 2022
1.00
.......................  
X   X       0 0 0
(26) JAY ROSE........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(27) TIM SCHLEGELMILCH........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(28) RUSS SEBEK........................................................................
DIRECTOR 2021
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(29) MO SHAKIR........................................................................
DIRECTOR 2022
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(30) LOUIS SIKICH........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(31) MARK STUEVEN........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(32) BRETT SUNDBERG........................................................................
SECRETARY 2022
1.00
.......................  
X   X       0 0 0
(33) AVA THOMAS........................................................................
DIRECTOR 2021
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(34) KEVIN WAILES........................................................................
PRESIDENT 2021
1.00
.......................  
X   X       0 0 0
(35) NATALIA WIITA........................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.......................  
X           0 0 0
(36) MEAGAN LIESVELD........................................................................
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
40.00
.......................  
X   X       131,673 0 16,353
(37) MARY ALDRICH-KNIGHT........................................................................
CHIEF FINANCIAL
40.00
.......................  
    X       90,835 0 6,091
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)...........MediumBullet 222,508 0 22,444
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization MediumBullet1
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual
...........................
4
 
No
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address
(B)
Description of services
(C)
Compensation
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet0
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Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII.............
(A)
Total revenue
(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue
(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 - 514
Contributions, Gifts, Grants, and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues..1b  
c Fundraising events..1c 71,751
d Related organizations1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e  
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 7,553,690
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a - 1f:$ 1g 312,880
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 7,625,441
 Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue.        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f .....MediumBullet  
 OtherAmtRevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ......MediumBullet 15,099     15,099
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceedsMediumBullet        
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet        
(ii) Personal (i) Real
6a Gross rents     6a
b Less: rental expenses     6b
c Rental income or (loss)     6c
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet        
(ii) Other (i) Securities
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory     7a
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses     7b
c Gain or (loss)     7c
d Net gain or (loss).........MediumBullet        
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 71,751of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
8a 115,916
b Less: direct expenses ... 8b 113,745
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 2,171   2,171
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
9a  
b Less: direct expenses ... 9b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities..MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
10a  
b Less: cost of goods sold .. 10b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet        
Business Code Miscellaneous Revenue
11a ADMINISTRATIVE INCOME 900099 140,940 140,940    
b            
c            
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 140,940
12 Total revenue. See instructions.....MediumBullet 7,783,651 140,940 0 17,270
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.
(A)
Total expenses
(B)
Program service expenses
(C)
Management and general expenses
(D)
Fundraising
expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 .... 5,390,928 5,390,928
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 ...........    
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16. .............    
4 Benefits paid to or for members .......    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ........... 247,651 70,482 126,042 51,127
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .........        
7 Other salaries and wages........ 842,868 228,672 129,021 485,175
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 36,427 7,997 5,178 23,252
9 Other employee benefits ....... 146,572 31,819 32,136 82,617
10 Payroll taxes ........... 80,623 22,183 18,348 40,092
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal .........        
c Accounting ........... 10,238   10,238  
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17    
f Investment management fees ......        
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) 78,069 33,998 9,271 34,800
12 Advertising and promotion .... 296,428 175,971 2,056 118,401
13 Office expenses ....... 6,763 1,860 989 3,914
14 Information technology ......        
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 108,606 27,616 17,828 63,162
17 Travel ............ 8,020 1,745 937 5,338
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials .        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 1,244 779 151 314
20 Interest ...........        
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .. 14,705 3,752 2,411 8,542
23 Insurance ... 7,365 1,874 1,210 4,281
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a OTHER PROGRAM EXPENSE 134,656 134,656    
b MEMBERSHIP DUES 95,325 23,804 17,144 54,377
c PROGRAM INITIATIVES 41,996 41,996    
d MISCELLANEOUS 32,552 7,446 2,709 22,397
e All other expenses 100,784 14,340 39,449 46,995
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 7,681,820 6,221,918 415,118 1,044,784
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
(A)
Beginning of year
(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 5,534,250 1 6,524,827
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 1,303,494 2 1,304,784
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...... 2,066,652 3 2,152,241
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 101,566 4 127,064
5 Loans and other receivables from any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .......
  5  
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ...
  6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ...........   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use ............   8  
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ...... 43,990 9 30,791
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 234,339
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 198,028 43,368 10c 36,311
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .   11  
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 .....   12  
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........   15  
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 33)... 9,093,320 16 10,176,018
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 216,894 17 197,077
18 Grants payable ... 1,905,408 18 1,903,563
19 Deferred revenue ......... 199,111 19 247,186
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities .........   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D   21  
22 Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .........
  22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ..   24  
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17 - 24). Complete Part X of Schedule D 4,238,466 25 5,192,920
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 6,559,879 26 7,540,746
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
27 Net assets without donor restrictions .......... 2,533,441 27 2,635,272
28 Net assets with donor restrictions ...........   28  
Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 29 through 33.
29 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   29  
30 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund ...   30  
31 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   31  
32 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 2,533,441 32 2,635,272
33 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 9,093,320 33 10,176,018
Form 990 (2021)
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
7,783,651
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
7,681,820
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
101,831
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 32, column (A)) ..
4
2,533,441
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
 
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
0
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 32, column (B))
10
2,635,272
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII.............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain on
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
 
 
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 12, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations ...............................  
g
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 10 above (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total
 
   
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
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Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990) 2021

Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization failed to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2017 (b) 2018 (c) 2019 (d) 2020 (e) 2021 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grant.") .. 7,173,841 7,258,131 7,437,719 7,771,430 7,625,441 37,266,562
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf....            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3 7,173,841 7,258,131 7,437,719 7,771,430 7,625,441 37,266,562
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f) .. 1,520,599
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. 35,745,963
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2017 (b) 2018 (c) 2019 (d) 2020 (e) 2021 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 7,173,841 7,258,131 7,437,719 7,771,430 7,625,441 37,266,562
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... 55,028 105,583 76,263 10,976 15,099 262,949
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.).. 197,671 245,004 198,289 222,880 140,940 1,004,784
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through 10 38,534,295
12
12
 
13
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here ........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
92.760 %
15
15
96.450 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 10 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2017 (b) 2018 (c) 2019 (d) 2020 (e) 2021 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513 .....            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2017 (b) 2018 (c) 2019 (d) 2020 (e) 2021 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included on line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 12 of Part I. If you checked box 12a, of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked box 12b, of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked box 12c, of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked box12d, of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer lines 3b and 3c below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked box 12a or 12b in Part I, answer lines 4b and 4c below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer lines 5b and 5c below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described on line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons, as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined on line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined on line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described on lines 11b and 11c below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described on 11a above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described on line 11a or 11b above? If “Yes” to 11a, 11b, or 11c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the officers, directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in line 2 above, did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer lines 2a and 2b below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described on line 2a, above constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer lines 3a and 3b below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations?If "Yes" or "No", provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
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Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    
Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 0.015 of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by 0.035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    
Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7
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Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations(continued)
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes 1  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity
2  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations 3  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets 4  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required - provide details in Part VI) 5  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions 6  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. 7  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI
). See instructions
8  
9 Distributable amount for 2021 from Section C, line 6 9  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount 10  
Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions
(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2021
(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2021
1 Distributable amount for 2021 from Section C, line 6  
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2021 (reasonable cause required-- explain in Part VI).
See instructions.
 
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2021:
a From 2016.......  
b From 2017.......  
c From 2018.......  
d From 2019.......  
e From 2020.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2021 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2016 not applied (see
instructions)
 
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from line 3f.  
4Distributions for 2021 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2021 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from line 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2021, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2.
If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI.
See instructions.
 
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2021. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater
than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions.
 
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2022. Add lines
3j and 4c.
 
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2017.....  
b Excess from 2018.....  
c Excess from 2019.....  
d Excess from 2020.....  
e Excess from 2021.....  
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
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Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ






Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note: Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
Special Rules
......... Arrow Bullet $  
Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990-EZ
or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
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Schedule B (Form 990) (2021) Page 2
Name of organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number
47-0376624
Part I
Contributors
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 
 
 
  ,    

$ RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
Page 3
Name of organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
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Name of organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990.
SchDMd Bullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are the organization’s property, subject to the organization’s exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ...................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................... 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 7/25/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? ............
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .............................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under FASB ASC 958 relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?...
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table: Amount
c Beginning balance ............................. 1c  
d Additions during the year ............................ 1d  
e Distributions during the year .......................... 1e  
f Ending balance ................................ 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability? ...
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ....
Part V
Endowment Funds.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year (b) Prior year (c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance ....          
b Contributions ...          
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses          
d Grants or scholarships ...          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ...
         
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ......          
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet  
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet  
c
Term endowment SchDMd Bullet  
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) Unrelated organizations .................
3a(i)
 
 
(ii) Related organizations .................
3a(ii)
 
 
b
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis
(investment)
(b) Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .....      
b Buildings ....        
c Leasehold improvements        
d Equipment ....   234,339 198,028 36,311
e Other .....        
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..SchDMdBullet 36,311
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Part VII
Investments - Other Securities.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)
(b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1) Financial derivatives.........    
(2) Closely-held equity interests........    
(3)Other
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments - Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes  
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 5,192,920
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 5,630,674
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a  
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 113,745
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 113,745
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3 5,516,929
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 2,266,722
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c 2,266,722
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 7,783,651
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 5,528,843
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 113,745
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e 113,745
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3 5,415,098
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b 2,266,722
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c 2,266,722
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 7,681,820
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
PART X, LINE 2: THE ORGANIZATION IS EXEMPT FROM FEDERAL INCOME TAXES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. AS SUCH, INCOME EARNED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR EXEMPT PURPOSE IS NOT SUBJECT TO INCOME TAX. ANY INCOME EARNED THROUGH UNRELATED BUSINESS ACTIVITIES IS SUBJECT TO INCOME TAX AT NORMAL CORPORATE RATES. FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022, THE ORGANIZATION HAD NO TAX LIABILITY ON UNRELATED BUSINESS ACTIVITY. THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES IT HAS APPROPRIATE SUPPORT FOR ANY TAX POSITIONS TAKEN, AND AS SUCH, DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS THAT ARE MATERIAL TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
PART XI, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS: DIRECT FUNDRAISING EXPENSE 113,745.
PART XI, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS: DONOR DESIGNATIONS 2,026,624. PROVISION FOR UNCOLLECTIBLE PLEDGES 240,098.
PART XII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS: DIRECT FUNDRAISING EXPENSE 113,745.
PART XII, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS: DONOR DESIGNATIONS 2,026,624. PROVISION FOR UNCOLLECTIBLE PLEDGES 240,098.
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowGo to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part I
Fundraising Activities.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the 10 highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.


(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser)
(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity
(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i)
(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right arrow      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990) 2021
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.









VerticalRevenue
(a) Event #1

HELPING HANDS AUCTION
(event type)
(b) Event #2

WING FEST
(event type)
(c) Other events

1
(total number)
(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))

1

Gross receipts . . . . .

78,298

41,564

38,300

158,162

2

Less: Contributions . . . .

53,753

17,998

 

71,751
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2) . . . . . .

24,545

23,566

38,300

86,411



VerticalDirectExpenses
4 Cash prizes . . . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . . . .   2,875 10,376 13,251
7 Food and beverages . . . 7,631   2,691 10,322
8 Entertainment . . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . . . 13,847 2,315 462 16,624
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 40,197
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . . right arrow 46,214
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue
(a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo
(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))

1

Gross revenue . . . . .

 

 

 

 
VerticalDirectExpenses

2

Cash prizes . . . . .

 

 

 

 

3

Noncash prizes . . . .

 

 

 

 

4

Rent/facility costs . . . .

 

 

 

 

5

Other direct expenses . . .

 

 

 

 


6


Volunteer labor . . . .
%
%
%


7

Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow

 

8

Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d). . . . . . . . . right arrow

 

9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? . . . . . . . .
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? . . .
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13a
%
b
An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also provide any additional information. See instructions.
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number
47-0376624
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ........................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient
that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government
(b) EIN (c) IRC section
(if applicable)
(d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance
(f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)
(g) Description of
noncash assistance
(h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) AMERICAN FRIENDS OF JAMAICA
1697 BROADWAY STE 501
NEW YORK,NY10019
13-3115102 501(C)(3) 7,185 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(2) AMERICAN RED CROSS OF SOUTHEAST NEBRASKA CHAPTER
4600 VALLEY RD STE 300
LINCOLN,NE68510
47-0376573 501(C)(3) 13,571 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(3) AMERICAN RED CROSS OF SOUTHEAST NEBRASKA CHAPTER
4600 VALLEY RD STE 300
LINCOLN,NE68510
47-0376573 501(C)(3) 30,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(4) ARC OF LINCOLN
6500 HOLDREGE ST SUITE 2
LINCOLN,NE68505
47-0498629 501(C)(3) 6,881 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(5) ARC OF LINCOLN
6500 HOLDREGE ST SUITE 2
LINCOLN,NE68505
47-0498629 501(C)(3) 9,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(6) ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER
144 N 44
LINCOLN,NE68504
47-0807501 501(C)(3) 7,651 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(7) ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER
144 N 44
LINCOLN,NE68504
47-0807501 501(C)(3) 22,500 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(8) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LINCOLN
2124 Y ST FLAT 210
LINCOLN,NE68503
47-0794732 501(C)(3) 12,748 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(9) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LINCOLN
2124 Y ST FLAT 210
LINCOLN,NE68503
47-0794732 501(C)(3) 60,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(10) BKD FOUNDATION
910 E ST LOUIS ST STE 400
SPRINGFIELD,MO65806
43-1866948 501(C)(3) 9,700 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(11) BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLNLANCASTER COUNTY
PO BOX 80914
LINCOLN,NE685010914
20-8677226 501(C)(3) 19,403 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(12) BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLNLANCASTER COUNTY
PO BOX 80914
LINCOLN,NE685010914
20-8677226 501(C)(3) 30,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(13) BRYAN FOUNDATION
1600 S 48TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685061283
23-7005720 501(C)(3) 14,416 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(14) CASA FOR LANCASTER COUNTY
1141 H ST STE C
LINCOLN,NE68508
47-0833799 501(C)(3) 18,543 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(15) CASA FOR LANCASTER COUNTY
1141 H ST STE C
LINCOLN,NE68508
47-0833799 501(C)(3) 18,900 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(16) CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA
2241 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685101122
47-0751554 501(C)(3) 107,230 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(17) CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA
2241 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685101122
47-0751554 501(C)(3) 58,200 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(18) CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA
2241 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685101123
47-0751555 501(C)(3) 6,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(19) CBOL - HOUSE FOR NEW LIFE
233 S 13TH ST SUITE 835
LINCOLN,NE68508
47-0707083 501(C)(3) 17,085 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(20) CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES
6601 PIONEERS BLVD STE 1
LINCOLN,NE685065260
47-0551975 501(C)(3) 85,145 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(21) CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES
6601 PIONEERS BLVD STE 1
LINCOLN,NE685065260
47-0551975 501(C)(3) 42,264 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(22) CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES
6601 PIONEERS BLVD STE 1
LINCOLN,NE685065260
47-0551975 501(C)(3) 294,825 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(23) CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED INC
3901 N 27TH ST UNIT 1
LINCOLN,NE685214177
06-1669552 501(C)(3) 21,680 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(24) CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED INC
3901 N 27TH ST UNIT 1
LINCOLN,NE685214177
06-1669552 501(C)(3) 40,788 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(25) CITY IMPACT
1035 N 33RD ST
LINCOLN,NE68503
47-0800906 501(C)(3) 25,299 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(26) CITY IMPACT
1035 N 33RD ST
LINCOLN,NE68503
47-0800906 501(C)(3) 26,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(27) COMBINED HEALTH AGENCIES DRIVE (CHAD)
212 S 74TH ST STE 205
OMAHA,NE68114
23-7162972 501(C)(3) 536,743 0     FEDERATION % OF DOLLARS RAISED
(28) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY
210 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685082322
47-0491162 501(C)(3) 95,100 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(29) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY
210 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685082322
47-0491162 501(C)(3) 13,627 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(30) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY
210 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685082322
47-0491162 501(C)(3) 162,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(31) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY
210 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685082322
47-0491162 501(C)(3) 6,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(32) COMMUNITY CROPS
2530 Q ST STE B
LINCOLN,NE68503
20-3174357 501(C)(3) 5,111 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(33) COMMUNITY CROPS
2530 Q ST STE B
LINCOLN,NE68503
20-3174357 501(C)(3) 10,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(34) EL CENTRO DE LAS AMERICAS
210 O ST
LINCOLN,NE68508
47-0658284 501(C)(3) 21,300 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(35) FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN
501 S 7TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685082920
47-0376584 501(C)(3) 211,634 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(36) FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN
501 S 7TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685082920
47-0376584 501(C)(3) 6,423 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(37) FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN
501 S 7TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685082920
47-0376584 501(C)(3) 42,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(38) FIRST PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
2000 D ST
LINCOLN,NE68502
47-0376589 501(C)(3) 22,250 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(39) FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN
1221 KINGBIRD RD
LINCOLN,NE68521
47-0640293 501(C)(3) 19,394 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
(40) FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN
1221 KINGBIRD RD
LINCOLN,NE68521
47-0640293 501(C)(3) 120,827 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(41) FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN
1221 KINGBIRD RD
LINCOLN,NE68521
47-0640293 501(C)(3) 38,945 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(42) FRESH START
6433 HAVELOCK AVE
LINCOLN,NE685071332
36-3785810 501(C)(3) 14,034 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(43) FRESH START
6433 HAVELOCK AVE
LINCOLN,NE685071332
36-3785810 501(C)(3) 35,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(44) FRIENDSHIP HOME OF LINCOLN INC
PO BOX 85358
LINCOLN,NE685015358
47-0619855 501(C)(3) 57,103 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(45) FRIENDSHIP HOME OF LINCOLN INC
PO BOX 85358
LINCOLN,NE685015358
47-0619855 501(C)(3) 70,650 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(46) GIRL SCOUTS SPIRIT OF NEBRASKA
8230 BEECHWOOD DR
LINCOLN,NE68510
47-0432299 501(C)(3) 15,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(47) GIVE NEBRASKA
3800 VERMASS PL STE 200
LINCOLN,NE68502
36-3431222 501(C)(3) 261,899 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(48) GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER
2617 Y ST
LINCOLN,NE685031750
20-0391739 501(C)(3) 42,500 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(49) HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH
4700 S FOLSOM ST
LINCOLN,NE685239331
47-0528526 501(C)(3) 7,890 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(50) HOPESPOKE
2444 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685101125
47-0398819 501(C)(3) 47,748 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(51) HOPESPOKE
2444 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685101125
47-0398819 501(C)(3) 15,972 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(52) HOPESPOKE
2444 O ST
LINCOLN,NE685101125
47-0398819 501(C)(3) 120,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(53) LEGAL AID OF NEBRASKA
941 O ST STE 325
LINCOLN,NE685083649
47-0483506 501(C)(3) 5,605 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(54) LEGAL AID OF NEBRASKA
941 O ST STE 325
LINCOLN,NE685083649
47-0483506 501(C)(3) 13,500 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(55) LIGHTHOUSE
2601 N ST
LINCOLN,NE685021244
36-3656310 501(C)(3) 27,658 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(56) LIGHTHOUSE
2601 N ST
LINCOLN,NE685021244
36-3656310 501(C)(3) 90,500 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(57) LINCOLN CHAMBER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
1128 LINCOLN MALL
LINCOLN,NE68508
47-6036618 501(C)(6) 25,000 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
(58) LINCOLN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
215 CENTENNIAL MALL S STE 100
LINCOLN,NE68508
47-0458128 501(C)(3) 18,100 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(59) LINCOLN LITERACY
745 S 9TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685083107
47-0655582 501(C)(3) 17,294 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(60) LINCOLN LITERACY
745 S 9TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685083107
47-0655582 501(C)(3) 30,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(61) LINCOLN MEDICAL EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
4600 VALLEY RD STE 225
LINCOLN,NE685104892
47-0553011 501(C)(3) 20,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(62) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PO BOX 82889
LINCOLN,NE68501
47-6006955 GOVERNMENT 215,229 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
(63) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PO BOX 82889
LINCOLN,NE68501
47-6006955 GOVERNMENT 35,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(64) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PO BOX 82889
LINCOLN,NE68501
47-6006955 GOVERNMENT 30,000 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(65) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS-TWO GENERATION FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAM
PO BOX 82889
LINCOLN,NE68501
47-6006955 GOVERNMENT 14,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(66) LINCOLNLANCASTER COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER
5025 GARLAND ST
LINCOLN,NE68504
47-0793765 501(C)(3) 43,414 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(67) LINCOLNLANCASTER COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER
5025 GARLAND ST
LINCOLN,NE68504
47-0793765 501(C)(3) 73,800 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(68) LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES OF NEBRASKA INC
2301 O ST
LINCOLN,NE68510
23-7267972 501(C)(3) 39,359 0     COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(69) LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES OF NEBRASKA INC
2301 O ST
LINCOLN,NE68510
23-7267972 501(C)(3) 30,408 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(70) LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES OF NEBRASKA INC
2301 O ST
LINCOLN,NE68510
23-7267972 501(C)(3) 10,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(71) LUX CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2601 N 48TH ST
LINCOLN,NE68504
47-0629528 501(C)(3) 9,601 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(72) MADONNA FOUNDATION
5401 SOUTH ST
LINCOLN,NE68506
23-7159940 501(C)(3) 11,568 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(73) MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER
2032 U ST
LINCOLN,NE685032955
47-0376577 501(C)(3) 18,848 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(74) MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER
2032 U ST
LINCOLN,NE685032955
47-0376577 501(C)(3) 20,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(75) MATT TALBOT KITCHEN & OUTREACH INC
PO BOX 80935
LINCOLN,NE685010935
36-3945814 501(C)(3) 62,803 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(76) MATT TALBOT KITCHEN & OUTREACH INC
PO BOX 80935
LINCOLN,NE685010935
36-3945814 501(C)(3) 28,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(77) MOURNING HOPE GRIEF CENTER
1311 S FOLSOM ST
LINCOLN,NE68522
47-0782915 501(C)(3) 23,848 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(78) MOURNING HOPE GRIEF CENTER
1311 S FOLSOM ST
LINCOLN,NE68522
47-0782915 501(C)(3) 18,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(79) NEBRASKA ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN
650 J ST STE 23
LINCOLN,NE68508
26-0013083 501(C)(3) 11,450 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(80) NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
5000 SAINT PAUL AVE
LINCOLN,NE685042760
47-0376524 501(C)(3) 7,287 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(81) NORFOLK AREA UNITED WAY INC
PO BOX 1041
NORFOLK,NE687021041
47-0492054 501(C)(3) 5,607 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(82) NORTHEAST FAMILY CENTER
6220 LOGAN AVE
LINCOLN,NE685071247
91-1787068 501(C)(3) 25,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(83) NORTHEAST FAMILY CENTER
6220 LOGAN AVE
LINCOLN,NE685071247
91-1787068 501(C)(3) 6,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(84) PEOPLE'S CITY MISSION
PO BOX 80636
LINCOLN,NE685010636
47-0376896 501(C)(3) 86,488 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(85) PEOPLE'S CITY MISSION
PO BOX 80636
LINCOLN,NE685010636
47-0376896 501(C)(3) 8,543 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(86) PIUS X FOUNDATION
6000 A ST
LINCOLN,NE685105005
23-7074428 501(C)(3) 11,310 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(87) SHORT NOSES AND FRIENDS UNITED RESCUE
2938 AVE F
COUNCIL BLUFFS,IA51501
46-3477797 501(C)(3) 5,200 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(88) SOUTHWOOD LUTHERAN CHURCH
4301 WILDERNESS HILLS BLVD
LINCOLN,NE68516
47-0576864 501(C)(3) 6,100 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(89) ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH OF LINCOLN
7900 TRENDWOOD DR
LINCOLN,NE68506
47-0580454 501(C)(3) 5,714 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(90) ST MARK'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
8550 PIONEERS BLVD
LINCOLN,NE685201306
47-0498358 501(C)(3) 12,000 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(91) ST MONICA'S LIFE CHANGING RECOVERY FOR WOMEN
120 WEDGEWOOD DR
LINCOLN,NE685102431
47-0490169 501(C)(3) 12,873 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(92) ST MONICA'S LIFE CHANGING RECOVERY FOR WOMEN
120 WEDGEWOOD DR
LINCOLN,NE685102431
47-0490169 501(C)(3) 34,425 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(93) ST PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH OF LINCOLN
4500 DUXHALL DR
LINCOLN,NE68516
47-0738138 501(C)(3) 6,331 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(94) TEAMMATES OF LINCOLN
PO BOX 82889
LINCOLN,NE685012889
90-0057598 501(C)(3) 37,296 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(95) TEAMMATES OF LINCOLN
PO BOX 82889
LINCOLN,NE685012889
90-0057598 501(C)(3) 58,803 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(96) THE HUB - CENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS
1037 S 12TH ST
LINCOLN,NE685083220
20-8008617 501(C)(3) 56,500 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(97) THE SALVATION ARMY LINCOLN NEBRASKA
2625 POTTER ST
LINCOLN,NE685031053
36-2167910 501(C)(3) 13,484 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(98) THE SALVATION ARMY LINCOLN NEBRASKA
2625 POTTER ST
LINCOLN,NE685031053
36-2167910 501(C)(3) 80,055 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(99) VOICES OF HOPE LINCOLN INC
2545 N ST
LINCOLN,NE685101250
47-0726814 501(C)(3) 25,682 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(100) VOICES OF HOPE LINCOLN INC
2545 N ST
LINCOLN,NE685101250
47-0726814 501(C)(3) 77,400 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(101) WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER
1245 S FOLSOM ST
LINCOLN,NE685221257
47-0635271 501(C)(3) 10,214 0     DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(102) WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER
1245 S FOLSOM ST
LINCOLN,NE685221257
47-0635271 501(C)(3) 17,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(103) YWCA LINCOLN
5631 S 48TH ST STE 410
LINCOLN,NE68516
47-0376578 501(C)(3) 9,000 0     PROGRAM OPERATING COST
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of
recipients
(c) Amount of
cash grant
(d) Amount of
noncash assistance
(e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)
(f) Description of noncash assistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2; Part III, column (b); and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
PART I, LINE 2: THE FOLLOWING ARE UNITED WAY'S PROCEDURES FOR MONITORING THE USE OF GRANT FUNDS IN THE UNITED STATES: ALLOCATIONS: THE ALLOCATION OF THE UNRESTRICTED DONOR DOLLARS FOLLOWS A SPECIFIC, DETAILED APPLICATION PROCESS. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR FUNDING, AGENCIES MUST BE A LEGAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION SERVING LINCOLN/LANCASTER COUNTY AND AGREE TO FOLLOW UNITED WAY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. THEY MUST SUBMIT AN AUDIT WITH A STATMENT OF FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES BY PROGRAM, AND A FORM 990 AND 990T (IF APPLICABLE) MUST ALSO BE FILED AND SUBMITTED. AGENCIES MUST ALSO VERIFY COMPLIANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE PATRIOT ACT. AGENCIES UNDERGO INTENSIVE REVIEW BY TRAINED COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS BEFORE A RECOMMENDATION IS MADE TO THE UNITED WAY BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR APPROVAL. THE COMMUNITY IMPACT VOLUNTEERS REVIEW THE APPLICATIONS WHICH REQUIRE CLIENT OUTCOMES AND INDICATORS MEASURING CHANGE IN BEHAVIOR OR SKILL FOR CLIENTS BEING SERVED. DEMOGRAPHIC DATA ENSURES THAT THOSE IN MOST NEED ARE BEING REACHED WITH THE SERVICES. OUR AUDIT REVIEW TEAM IS COMPOSED OF LOCAL CPA'S WHO REVIEW THE AGENCIES' AUDITS AND 990'S, LOOKING FOR OVERALL STABILITY AND ABILITY TO MONITOR THE ALLOCATION OF DONOR DOLLARS. AGENCIES ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT SEMI-ANNUAL REPORTS REFELCTING THE PROGRESS OF THE FUNDED PROGRAM. THE FINAL REPORT PROVIDES A UPDATE OF THE OUTCOMES ACHIEVED. DONOR DESIGNATIONS: ORGANIZATION'S RECEIVING DONOR DESIGNATED CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH UNITED WAY UNDERGO SCREENING PRIOR TO DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDING. SUCH SCREENING INCLUDES VERIFICATION OF CURRENT STATUS AS AN IRS CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION AND VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE PATRIOT ACT.
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Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable
(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed
(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g
(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods .......
     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded .        
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests ....
       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures .....
       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ...
       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( ADVERTISING ) X 10 220,898 FAIR MARKET VALUE
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( SCHOOL SUPPLIES ) X 7,464 41,898 FAIR MARKET VALUE
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( HELPING HANDS AUCTION ) X 397 38,264 FAIR MARKET VALUE
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( WINGFEST EVENT ) X 5 6,010 FAIR MARKET VALUE
Other Right pointing arrow large image ( GOLF EVENTS ) X 4 5,540 FAIR MARKET VALUE
Other Right pointing arrow large image ( OFFICE SUPPLIES ) X 1 270 FAIR MARKET VALUE
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement
29
0
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which isn't required to be used for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ...................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any nonstandard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization didn't report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Part IISupplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
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PART I, LINE 32B: THE ORGANIZATION USES BROKERS TO IMMEDIATELY SELL ANY DONATIONS OF STOCK RECEIVED.
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Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Return Reference Explanation
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 2 LINCOLN RESETTLEMENT FUND: FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,575 WAS ALLOCATED TO THE LINCOLN RESETTLEMENT FUND. THE FUNDS WILL BE POOLED WITH DONATIONS FROM OTHER FUNDERS IN THE COMMUNITY TO CREATE GRANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR AGENCIES WORKING TO ASSIST REFUGEES FROM UKRAINE AND AFGHANISTAN. TARGETED NEEDS INCLUDE TRANSPORTATION, CHILDCARE, AND CASE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT. THE FUNDRAISING GOAL FOR THIS COMMUNITY WIDE EFFORT IS $400,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS WERE AWARDED GRANTS IN THIS FOCUS AREA: ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER: REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT YOUTH PROGRAM SERVES REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT YOUTH AT SEVERAL HIGH SCHOOLS AND MIDDLE SCHOOLS FOCUSING ON BUILDING DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS THROUGH ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING AND HOLISTIC CASE MANAGEMENT. YOUTH ENGAGE IN ENRICHING SOCIAL EXPERIENCES AND DEVELOP RELATIONSHIPS WITH CARING ADULTS THROUGH ROUTINE CONTACT WITH STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE: LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL - GROUP ACTIVITIES & ONE-TO-ONE ASSISTANCE NAVIGATING PRESENT SITUATIONS AND PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE; YEZIDI CLUB - SPACE FOR YEZIDI YOUTH TO BUILD COMMUNITY AND PRESERVE CULTURE; UNTOLD MIGRANT STORIES - USE OF DIGITAL MEDIA & OTHER ART AS CREATIVE OUTLETS TO SHARE STORIES WITH THE COMMUNITY; MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM - ENCOURAGES MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH TO PARTICIPATE/ADVOCATE IN THE COMMUNITY; AND CAMP CULTURE - WEEK LONG SUMMER CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YOUTH TO LEARN ABOUT VARIOUS CULTURES IN NEBRASKA. GRANT AMOUNT - $15,000. THE ARC OF LINCOLN: YOUTH PROGRAMMING WORKS WITH YOUTH WHO HAVE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES TO HELP ENSURE POSITIVE OUTCOMES. THE PROGRAM ASSISTS FAMILIES BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY SERVICES AND RESOURCES. FAMILIES ARE EDUCATED ABOUT THE DIFFERENT SYSTEMS, TREATMENTS, THERAPIES, SERVICES, AND RESOURCES THAT CAN PRODUCE POSITIVE OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN AT EACH STEP IN THEIR DEVELOPMENT. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES INCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH AND MEANINGFUL INTERACTIONS WITH PEERS, ADULTS, AND THEIR COMMUNITY. GRANT AMOUNT - $9,000. BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LINCOLN: COMMUNITY BASED MENTORING PROGRAM CONNECTS AT-RISK YOUTH (LITTLES) WITH CARING ADULT MENTORS (BIGS) TO HELP YOUTH THRIVE THROUGH MENTORSHIP. THE PROGRAM'S MISSION IS TO CREATE AND SUPPORT ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS THAT IGNITE THE POWER AND PROMISE OF YOUTH. THE PROGRAM IS A 50-YEAR-OLD COMMUNITY-BASED APPROACH WITH A PROVEN HISTORY OF FOSTERING SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES FOR YOUTH PARTICIPANTS. YOUTH WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM DEMONSTRATE IMPROVED ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE, HAVE BETTER RELATIONSHIPS WITH PEERS AND FAMILY, AND ARE LESS LIKELY TO BECOME INVOLVED WITH DRUGS AND ALCOHOL. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH AGES 7-16 FROM ALL ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS. FAMILIES ARE ALSO CONNECTED TO WRAPAROUND SERVICES SUCH AS PARENTING CLASSES AND GROUP THERAPY. GRANT AMOUNT - $60,000. BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLN/LANCASTER COUNTY: BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLN/LANCASTER COUNTY PROGRAM ENRICHES THE LIVES OF YOUTH BY PROVIDING A SAFE HAVEN WHERE THEY CAN LEARN AND GROW. THE PROGRAM ENSURES THAT DISADVANTAGED YOUTH HAVE ACCESS TO QUALITY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT WILL ENHANCE AND SHAPE THEIR FUTURES. YOUTH AGES 11-18 HAVE CONTACT WITH ADULTS WHO RESPECT AND LISTEN TO THEM. THEY ARE GIVEN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT WHERE THEY CAN HAVE FUN AND BE THEMSELVES WHILE DOING INTERESTING AND CONSTRUCTIVE ACTIVITIES THAT CHANNEL YOUTHFUL ENERGY INTO CHALLENGING PURSUITS. BOY AND GIRLS CLUBS OFFERS DAILY ACCESS TO A BROAD RANGE OF PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE THE HEALTH, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND VOCATIONAL NEEDS OF STUDENTS. THE PROGRAM FOSTERS A SENSE OF BELONGING, COMPETENCE, USEFULNESS, AND INFLUENCE WHILE BUILDING SELF-CONFIDENCE AND SELF-ESTEEM. PROGRAM ALIGNMENT INCLUDES: TECHNOLOGY, ENTREPRENEURSHIP; AND CAREER READINESS/JOB SKILLS UNDERPINNED BY GALLUP STRENGTHS, LEADERSHIP/ACCOUNTABILITY, AND FINANCIAL LITERACY. GRANT AMOUNT - $30,000. CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES: CEDARS COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER (CLC) PROGRAM PROVIDES CORE BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMMING; EXPANDED LEARNING CLUBS TO SUPPORT ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND SOCIAL ENRICHMENT; FULL TIME SUMMER AND SCHOOL BREAK CARE; AND FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EVENTS TO STRENGTHEN NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS. THE PROGRAM COLLABORATES WITH CLINTON AND HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL SERVICES TO MEET STUDENT NEEDS. THE PROGRAM HELPS IMPROVE STUDENT LEARNING AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT; STRENGTHEN AND SUPPORTS FAMILIES; AND STRENGTHENS AND ENGAGES NEIGHBORHOODS. A BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COMPONENT IS AVAILABLE TO IMPROVE BEHAVIOR AT SCHOOL AND HOME ENHANCING THE ROLE OF CEDARS AS A PARTNER WITH THE FAMILY AND AN EXTENSION OF THE SCHOOL; AND TO ADDRESS UNDERLYING CAUSES OF BEHAVIOR IN A HOLISTIC MANNER. GRANT AMOUNT - $70,000. CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES: CEDARS NORTHBRIDGE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS PROGRAM PROVIDES NATIONALLY ACCREDITED, FULL DAY, FULL-YEAR CHILDCARE TO CHILDREN SIX WEEKS TO SIX YEARS OLD. LOCATED IN A HIGH POVERTY NEIGHBORHOOD, THE CENTER PROVIDES ONGOING DEVELOPMENTAL OPPORTUNITIES TO CREATE A FOUNDATION FOR LONG-TERM SUCCESS. CLASSROOMS ARE LED BY EDUCATED AND EXPERIENCED TEACHERS USING CREATIVE CURRICULUM/GOLD TO PROMOTE SCHOOL READINESS AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT. EACH CHILD RECEIVES INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION, GOAL PLANNING, AND ASSESSMENT. CLASSROOM TEACHERS PARTNER WITH PARENTS TO ENHANCE LEARNING AT HOME. A PYRAMID MODEL COACH AND LICENSED THERAPIST SUPPORT TEACHERS AND PARENTS PROMOTING HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT AND ADDRESSING CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS. REGULAR TRAINING, COACHING, ASSESSMENT, AND CLASSROOM SUPPORT ENSURE THAT THE PYRAMID MODEL, WHICH EMPHASIZES HIGH-QUALITY CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENTS AND POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORTS, IS IMPLEMENTED TO SUPPORT THE SUCCESS OF ALL CHILDREN. GRANT AMOUNT - $90,000. CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED, INC: ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAM OFFERS THREE LEVELS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING (ELL) CLASSES AND EMPLOYS THREE FULL-TIME INSTRUCTORS; ALL ARE REFUGEES THEMSELVES. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS LEARN ENGLISH IN ORDER TO ADJUST TO LIFE IN LINCOLN AND GAIN EMPLOYMENT. SERVICE TO STUDENTS IS PROVIDED AT NO COST, SINCE THE MAJORITY ARE NOT EMPLOYED WHEN THEY BEGIN THE CLASSES AND ARE RECEIVING BENEFITS FROM THE NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. BY LEVEL THREE IN THE ELL PROGRAM, THE STUDENTS UTILIZE A COMPUTER LAB TO LEARN ABOUT ONLINE JOB SEARCHES, CREATING A RESUME AND COMPLETING ONLINE APPLICATIONS. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. CITY IMPACT: IMPACT READING PROGRAM/HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM WORKS TO ENSURE STUDENTS HAVE SUCCESS IN THE CLASSROOM AT ALL LEVELS. THE IMPACT READING PROGRAM IS AN INTENSIVE READING PROGRAM THAT UTILIZES RESEARCH-BASED CURRICULUM AND TEACHING TECHNIQUES TO EMPOWER CHILDREN WITH THE LIFE CHANGING BENEFITS OF LITERACY. IMPACT READING HELPS ALL CHILDREN, SPECIFICALLY THOSE MOST VULNERABLE, REACH GRADE LEVEL. THE PROGRAM SERVES ELEMENTARY AGE STUDENTS IN TARGETED TITLE ONE SCHOOLS. CHILDREN IN THE CLINTON AND HARTLEY NEIGHBORHOODS ARE REACHED THROUGH SUMMER PROGRAMS AND OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL AT THE CITY IMPACT CENTER. VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE READING INSTRUCTION UTILIZING A RESEARCH-BASED, EFFECTIVE CURRICULUM THAT IS ALSO VOLUNTEER-FRIENDLY. THE HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM TARGETS STUDENTS WHO HISTORICALLY HAVE ATTENDED SCHOOL AND WHO HAVE BEEN ON TRACK TO GRADUATE BUT ARE NOW STRUGGLING EDUCATIONALLY AND EMOTIONALLY FROM THE TRAUMA OF 2020. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES STUDY HALLS AND EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVES UTILIZING MENTORING AND TUTORING ASSISTANCE. STUDENTS SET GOALS FOR IMPROVEMENT AND TRACK PROGRESS TOWARD SCHOOL ATTENDANCE, FEWER MISSING ASSIGNMENTS, AND IMPROVED GRADES. GRANT AMOUNT - $26,000. COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER AND SAUNDERS COUNTIES: HEAD START PROGRAM GIVES CHILDREN FROM AT-RISK BACKGROUNDS SKILLS NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS IN SCHOOL AND LIFE. HEAD START IN LANCASTER COUNTY SERVES CHILDREN AGES 3-5 AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH FULL-YEAR CENTER-BASED PROGRAMS AT VARIOUS LINCOLN LOCATIONS. EARLY HEAD START SERVES CHILDREN AGES 0-3, PREGNANT WOMEN, AND THEIR FAMILIES, THROUGH CENTER AND HOME BASED OPTIONS. PROGRAMS ARE FREE FOR PARTICIPANTS, WITH ENROLLMENT RESERVED FOR CHILDREN OF FAMILIES WHOSE INCOME IS BELOW POVERTY LEVEL; WITH DISABILITIES; EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS; AND/OR IN FOSTER CARE. PROGRAMS ALSO PROVIDE MENTAL HEALTH, NUTRITIONAL, AND DENTAL SERVICES AND ENSURE CHILDREN RECEIVE INTERVENTIONS TO MEET DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES. HEAD START IS A COMPREHENSIVE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM WHERE PARENTS ARE ENGAGED AS PARTNERS IN THEIR CHILD'S EDUCATION WORKING CLOSELY WITH THE COMMUNITY TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS SPECIFIC LOCAL NEEDS. GRANT AMOUNT - $65,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: EL CENTRO DE LAS AMERICAS: ADELANTE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM IS AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DESIGNED TO CLOSE THE EDUCATION GAP AND IMPROVE STUDENT'S LITERACY SKILLS, EMPLOYMENT, AND/OR FURTHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. EL CENTRO PROVIDES STUDENTS WITH A LOW TEACHER-STUDENT RATIO, INCLUDING CASE MANAGEMENT FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS. THERE ARE TWO PROGRAMS WITHIN THE ADELANTE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM, THE GED PROGRAM AND THE CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM. THE GED PROGRAM ADDRESSES THE FOUR REQUIRED SUBJECTS: MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES, AND LANGUAGE ARTS. EVERY CLIENT IS PROVIDED ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING AND BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING UTILIZING ON-LINE PRACTICE EXAMS TO PREPARE FOR GED EXAMS. THE CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM SUPPORTS CLIENTS ON THEIR PATH TO BECOME U.S NATURALIZED CITIZENS BY HELPING THEM TO PREPARE FOR THE U.S NATURALIZATION EXAM. CLIENTS ARE TAUGHT BASIC U.S HISTORY AND CIVICS USING THE U.S CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES CURRICULUM. IF THE CLIENTS ARE NOT FLUENT IN ENGLISH, THEY ARE ALSO TAUGHT BASIC READING, WRITING, AND SPEAKING SKILLS IN ORDER TO PASS THE ENGLISH COMPONENT OF THE TEST AND INTERVIEW. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. GIRL SCOUTS SPIRIT OF NEBRASKA: LINCOLN OUTREACH PROGRAM OFFERS CRITICAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING THAT ENHANCES BOTH ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND LIFE SKILLS. GIRL SCOUTS HOPES TO EMPOWER EVERY GIRL-REGARDLESS OF HER RACE, ETHNICITY, SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, DISABILITY, GENDER IDENTITY OR GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION-TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. ACTIVITIES ARE PROVIDED AT NO COST TO GIRLS WHO MAY NOT OTHERWISE BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE. GIRL SCOUT PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO BE GRADE-LEVEL APPROPRIATE AND COMPLEMENT THE SCHOOL CURRICULUM. KEY PROGRAM AREAS INCLUDE STEM, LIFE SKILLS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES. EVERY ACTIVITY INTENTIONALLY FOCUSES ON THE POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF GIRLS. THE CURRICULUM IS BASED ON THE GIRL SCOUT LEADER EXPERIENCE AND IS DELIVERED THROUGH A SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES KNOWN AS "JOURNEYS AND DISCUSSIONS THAT ADD UP TO A MEANINGFUL OUTCOME. GRANT AMOUNT - $15,000. THE HUB-CENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS: LINCOLN EDUCATION OUTREACH (LEO)PROGRAM IS AN INTERVENTION AND SUPPORTIVE ACADEMIC PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE NOT ON TRACK TO GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL; IDENTIFIED AS HABITUALLY TRUANT; HIGH SCHOOL DROP OUTS; OR AT-RISK OF ENTERING OR RE-ENTERING THE JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM. LEO OFFERS GED PREPARATION CLASSES/ACADEMIC SUPPORT; HIGH SCHOOL RE-ENGAGEMENT/TRUANCY PREVENTION; POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL PURSUIT OR CAREER SKILL DEVELOPMENT; AND EMPLOYMENT READINESS TRAINING. LEO SERVES PARTICIPANTS AGE 16-24 WHO ARE TRANSITIONING FROM CHILDHOOD TO ADULTHOOD AND FACING SIGNIFICANT BARRIERS TO BECOMING PRODUCTIVE ADULTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $32,500. THE HUB-CENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS: YOUTH AND COMMUNITY TOGETHER (YOUTHACT) SERVES YOUNG MEN & WOMEN WHO ARE STUDENT PARENTS AT LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THAT ARE COMPLETING THEIR GED AT THE HUB. YOUTH ACT WORKS WITH THESE STUDENT PARENTS TO SUPPORT AND ASSIST THEM AS THEY TRANSITION TO ADULTHOOD. YOUNG PARENTS RECEIVE CASE MANAGEMENT, SUPPORT, AND RESOURCES THAT ENHANCE THE LEARNING THEY EXPERIENCE IN PARENTING CLASSES OFFERED WITHIN LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. SUPPORTS FOCUS ON PROVIDING RESOURCES IN AREAS SUCH AS NAVIGATING CHANGING RELATIONSHIPS; SELF-WORTH/SELF-ESTEEM; IMPORTANCE OF SELF-CARE; AND CONNECTIONS TO COMMUNITY SUPPORTS AND RESOURCES. THE PROGRAM CONNECTS WITH YOUNG PARENTS ENGAGED IN GED PROGRAMMING AT THE HUB WRAPPING SIMILAR SUPPORTS AND CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES AROUND THEM TO THOSE OFFERED IN LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. GRANT AMOUNT - $9,000. LIGHTHOUSE: AFTERSCHOOL MENTORING PROGRAM WORKS TO IMPACT RISK FACTORS THAT MAKE YOUNG PEOPLE VULNERABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN UNHEALTHY BEHAVIORS. RESEARCH STATES THAT UNSUPERVISED TIME WITH PEERS AND LOW SELF-ESTEEM ARE TWO PRIMARY RISK FACTORS PREDICTING YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN HEALTH COMPROMISING BEHAVIOR. THERE IS A POSITIVE CORRELATION BETWEEN LOW SELF-ESTEEM AND UNSUPERVISED TIME WITH PEERS AND INCREASED PARTICIPATION IN HIGH-RISK BEHAVIORS INCLUDING DRUG/ALCOHOL USE, CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR, GANGS, AND SEXUAL ACTIVITY. TO ENSURE THAT YOUTH ARE ADEQUATELY SUPERVISED AT LIGHTHOUSE, THEY ARE NEVER IN ANY AREA OF THE FACILITY WITHOUT AN ADULT STAFF MEMBER OR VOLUNTEER. STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS BUILD POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH CONVERSATIONS, GAMES, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES WHILE ENSURING RULES ARE ENFORCED. THE PROGRAM HELPS BUILD YOUNG PEOPLE'S SELF-ESTEEM BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN, CONTRIBUTE AND BE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $73,000. LIGHTHOUSE: EDUCATION PROGRAM PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMMING IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT THAT SEEKS TO INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION OF MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL-AGED YOUTH. YOUTH THAT REGULARLY PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM ARE MORE LIKELY TO BE PROMOTED TO THE NEXT GRADE LEVEL; GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL; OR EARN A G.E.D. THEY ARE LESS PRONE TO ENGAGE IN CRIMINAL OR ILLEGAL BEHAVIOR. PARTICIPANTS DEVELOP SKILLS NECESSARY TO PURSUE HIGHER EDUCATION, VOCATIONAL TRAINING, OR MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT AND LEARN ABOUT CAREER AND POST HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION/TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES. GRANT AMOUNT - $17,500. LINCOLN LITERACY: FAMILY LITERACY ACTIVITIES FOR IMMIGRANTS & REFUGEES (FLAIR) PROGRAM IS A UNIVERSITY-DESIGNED PROGRAM TEACHING IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE CHILDREN WHILE ALSO HELPING THEIR PARENTS GAIN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERACY. WORKING WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY IS CRUCIAL AS RESEARCH INDICATES THAT CHILDREN WHOSE FAMILIES DON'T SPEAK ENGLISH AT HOME ARE AT HIGH RISK; BUT IF THEIR PARENTS LEARN ALONGSIDE THEM, THEY ARE MORE LIKELY TO SUCCEED. WORKING WITH SOME OF THE MOST VULNERABLE KIDS IN OUR COMMUNITY, THE PROGRAM FOSTERS SUCCESS IN SCHOOL BY DEPLOYING CERTIFIED TEACHERS AND TRAINED VOLUNTEERS TO PRESENT FUN, SELF-CONTAINED, EXTRACURRICULAR LESSONS ON A WIDE VARIETY OF TOPICS TIED TO BOOKS. FOR CHILDREN, THIS MEANS LEARNING ORAL ENGLISH, THE ALPHABET, NUMBERS, PHONICS, AND READING AND LEARNING TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS, RAISE HANDS, MANAGE EMOTIONS, COOPERATE AND TAKE TURNS WITH OTHERS. FOR PARENTS, IT MEANS LEARNING ENGLISH, READING WITH THEIR CHILDREN, MODELING LIFELONG LEARNING, AND GETTING INVOLVED IN THEIR CHILDREN'S EDUCATION. GRANT AMOUNT - $30,000. LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS: TWO GENERATION FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAM'S PHILOSOPHY IS THAT THE PARENT IS THE CHILD'S FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT TEACHER, AND THE GOAL IS IMPROVED ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT. THE PROGRAM IS BASED ON THE FOUR-COMPONENT FAMILY LITERACY MODEL DEVELOPED BY THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR FAMILIES LEARNING: ADULT LITERACY, CHILD EDUCATION, PARENT EDUCATION, AND PARENT AND CHILD TOGETHER TIME (PACT). PROGRAMMING IS FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN ATTENDING AN LPS SCHOOL, AND PARENTS ATTEND TWO HOURS PER DAY, FIVE DAYS PER WEEK. THE PROGRAM IS SCHOOL-BASED, BUT COLLABORATION IS A FUNDAMENTAL COMPONENT. CHILDREN TARGETED BY THE PROGRAM IMPROVE BOTH THEIR ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT WHILE THEY PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM WITH THEIR FAMILIES. THE PROGRAM OPERATES IN TWELVE SCHOOLS: BELMONT, CAMPBELL, CLINTON, CULLER, ELLIOTT, EVERETT, HARTLEY, LAKEVIEW, MCPHEE, PRESCOTT, RANDOLPH AND WEST LINCOLN. GRANT AMOUNT - $14,000. LUX CENTER FOR THE ARTS: AFTER-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT ART CLASSES FOR LOW-INCOME AND AT-RISK YOUTH PROGRAM DELIVERS AFTER-SCHOOL ART CLASSES TO UNDER-SERVED TITLE 1 LOW-INCOME SCHOOLS IN THE LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT AND ART CLASSES TO INCARCERATED AND AT-RISK YOUTH IN THE LANCASTER COUNTY YOUTH SERVICES CENTER. THE PROGRAM'S CURRICULUM IS TAILORED, AND CLASSES ARE AGE AND SKILL APPROPRIATE. LESSONS COVER PAINTING, DRAWING, PRINT-MAKING, AND CERAMICS. CLASSES ALLOW CHILDREN AND YOUTH TO HAVE A SUSTAINED ART EXPERIENCE WITH QUALITY INSTRUCTORS AND MATERIALS. CLASSES ARE ONE HOUR PER WEEK FOR SIX WEEKS. GRANT AMOUNT - $9,601. MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER: EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM PROVIDES A MONTESSORI INSPIRED, NEIGHBORHOOD-BASED, EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-5. THROUGHOUT THE DAY, PARTICIPANTS ARE PROVIDED WITH ACTIVITIES LEARN SOCIAL AND COGNITIVE SKILLS AS WELL AS INDEPENDENCE. THE PROGRAM'S OBJECTIVE IS TO PREPARE CHILDREN FOR SCHOOL IN A PLAYFUL, BUT STRUCTURED WAY. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: FREE PLAY, CIRCLE TIME, LETTER OF THE WEEK, OUTDOOR TIME, MUSIC AND MOVEMENT TIME, AND SMALL GROUP ACTIVITIES CENTERING ON LITERACY, MATH, SCIENCE AND ART. A TWO HOUR NAP/QUIET TIME IS INCORPORATED INTO THE DAILY SCHEDULE. A NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND SNACK ARE PROVIDED. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER: OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAM IS FOR YOUTH AGES 5-13 TARGETING CULTURALLY AND ETHNICALLY DIVERSE CHILDREN FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES. MONDAY-FRIDAY PARTICIPANTS ARE PROVIDED TRANSPORTATION FROM SCHOOL TO THE MALONE CENTER TO RECEIVE PROGRAMMING. ACADEMICS ARE SUPPORTED, IN ADDITION TO STRUCTURED RECREATION, ARTS, CRAFTS, NUTRITION EDUCATION, AND CULTURAL AWARENESS. ACADEMIC SUPPORT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE AND SUPPLEMENTAL ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING IN READING, WRITING AND MATH. ON MOST OUT-OF-SCHOOL DAYS AND DURING SCHOOL BREAKS, THE MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER IS OPEN ALL DAY FOR PARTICIPANTS AND A NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND SNACK IS PROVIDED. GRANT AMOUNT - $15,000. NORTHEAST FAMILY CENTER: PARENTS AS PARTNERS PROGRAM ENHANCES LIVES OF CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS THROUGH ONGOING ENRICHMENT, EDUCATION AND SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES. THE EARLY LEARNING CENTER (ELC) PROVIDES A FULL-TIME, ACADEMIC BASED AND LICENSED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 6 WEEKS TO 5 YEARS. THE CREATIVE CURRICULUM UTILIZED IS A COMPREHENSIVE RESEARCH BASED EARLY CHILDHOOD CURRICULUM THAT HAS BEEN SHOWN TO IMPROVE COGNITIVE AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL OUTCOMES IN YOUNG CHILDREN. LEAD TEACHERS IN EACH CLASSROOM PROVIDE FAMILY CONFERENCES THREE TIMES A YEAR TO SUPPORT PARENTING PRACTICES, DEVELOPMENT KNOWLEDGE, AND CHILD ASSESSMENTS. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED THROUGH MONTHLY FAMILY CONNECTION NIGHTS, AND THE PROGRAM WORKS WITH INDIVIDUAL FAMILIES WHENEVER NECESSARY TO PROVIDE RESOURCES THAT BEST SUPPORT THE FAMILY'S WELL-BEING. GRANT AMOUNT - $25,000. THE SALVATION ARMY-LINCOLN: AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM/FINE ARTS ACADEMY PROVIDES A SAFE ENVIRONMENT TO AT-RISK YOUTH IN THE HOURS FOLLOWING SCHOOL, SATURDAY'S, AND DURING THE DAY IN THE SUMMER. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT IS PROVIDED BY STAFF AND VOLUNTEER TUTORS TO WORK WITH STUDENTS WHO NEED HELP WITH SCHOOL AND COMPLETING HOMEWORK. YOUTH ARE EDUCATED IN AREAS SUCH AS HEALTHY EATING, ANTI-TOBACCO EDUCATION, MATH, SCIENCE, ART, AND OTHER SKILL BUILDING AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY PROVIDES FREE MUSIC EDUCATION AND INSTRUMENTS TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES. MUSIC EDUCATION IS SHOWN TO HELP STUDENTS LEARN MATH, TEAM WORK, DISCIPLINE, CREATIVITY, SOCIAL SKILLS, ORGANIZATION, PATIENCE, AND SELF-EXPRESSION. GRANT AMOUNT - $30,000. TEAMMATES OF LINCOLN: TEAMMATES MENTORING PROGRAM OF LINCOLN PROGRAM SERVES STUDENTS IN GRADES 3-12 IN LINCOLN PUBLIC AND PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS. THIS INCLUDES ALLTITLE ONE SCHOOLS, WHERE THE MAJORITY OF STUDENTS LIVE IN LOW INCOME HOUSEHOLDS. THIS IS SIGNIFICANT, AS POVERTY CREATES CHALLENGES THAT CAN CAUSE STUDENTS TO DISENGAGE FROM SCHOOL. TEAMMATES MENTORS ACTIVELY ENCOURAGE SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT BY PROVIDING ONE-TO-ONE, SCHOOL-BASED MENTORING FOCUSING ON THE INTENTIONAL CULTIVATION OF A STUDENT'S STRENGTHS; WHILE MODELING POSITIVE SOCIAL BEHAVIORS AND BUILDING A MEANINGFUL, NON-FAMILIAL RELATIONSHIP WITH THE STUDENT. THE DEVELOPMENTAL MODEL OF MENTORING USES A STRENGTHS-BASED APPROACH TO COUNTERACT THE CORROSIVE EFFECTS OF POVERTY AND ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES. THE RESULT OF THIS MODEL IS IMPROVED SCHOOL ATTENDANCE AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND FEWER BEHAVIORAL REFERRALS AMONG TEAMMATES STUDENTS. TEAMMATES STUDENTS ALSO GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL ON TIME AND AT A HIGHER RATE THAN STATE AND CITY WIDE AVERAGES. GRANT AMOUNT - $58,803. WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER: LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER (CLC) PROGRAM IS A STATE LICENSED CHILDCARE PROGRAM PROVIDING BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL AND NON-SCHOOL DAY SERVICES. THE PROGRAM OFFERS DISCOUNTED RATES FOR QUALIFIED FAMILIES, SNACKS, EDUCATIONAL AND ENRICHMENT CENTERS, CLUBS, COMPUTER TIME, RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, AND HOMEWORK TIME. THE PURPOSE OF THE CLC IS TO CREATE AN EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITY DURING NON-SCHOOL HOURS PROVIDING STUDENTS WITH ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES TO COMPLEMENT THEIR REGULAR ACADEMIC PROGRAM. GOALS INCLUDE FOSTERING SUCCESSFUL YOUTH, THRIVING FAMILIES, AND STRONGER NEIGHBORHOODS. NON-SCHOOL DAY CARE IS ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER. GRANT AMOUNT - $12,000. WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER: PRESCHOOL AND PRE-K PROGRAMS PROVIDES LICENSED PRESCHOOL FOR 3-4 YEAR OLDS AND A PRE-K PROGRAM FOR 4-5 YEAR OLDS. THE PROGRAM OFFERS THE CREATIVE CURRICULUM AND IS CURRENTLY WORKING THROUGH STEP UP TO QUALITY. THE CURRICULUM DIFFERS FOR BOTH AGE GROUPS BUT FOCUSES ON DEVELOPING A CHILD'S SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL, COGNITIVE, FINE AND LARGE MOTOR SKILLS. LEARNING STATIONS INCLUDE AGE APPROPRIATE MATH, SCIENCE, LANGUAGE, ART AND DRAMATIC PLAY. PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO FAMILIES FROM 6:30 AM TO 5:30 PM, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY AND TITLE TWENTY IS ACCEPTED. THE GOAL OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM IS TO PREPARE CHILDREN FOR THE NEXT STEPS IN THEIR FUTURE. SHARING, COOPERATING, AND UTILIZING CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS ARE LEARNED, AND PROGRAMS OFFER A PLACE FOR CHILDREN TO DEVELOP THESE SKILLS IN A SAFE, FUN, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT. BI-ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS ARE COMPLETED TO MEASURE PROGRESS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. YWCA LINCOLN: SMART GIRLS PROGRAM ENABLES GIRLS IN 4TH THROUGH 8TH GRADES TO EXPLORE SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH (STEM) FIELDS AND ACTIVITIES IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. THE MAJORITY OF GIRLS MEET IN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS ONCE A WEEK DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. GIRLS CONDUCT HANDS-ON EXPERIMENTS AND INVESTIGATIONS TO BUILD ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS, INCLUDING CRITICAL THINKING, COLLABORATION, TEAMWORK, CREATIVITY AND PROBLEM SOLVING. EXPERIMENTS, INVESTIGATIONS, AND DESIGN-CHALLENGES REQUIRE THE GIRLS TO USE 21ST CENTURY LEARNING SKILLS. THE PROGRAM EMPOWERS GIRLS TO SEE STEM SUBJECTS AS VIABLE, ATTAINABLE, AND RELATABLE AND TO ENVISION FUTURE CAREERS IN STEM-RELATED FIELDS. ROLE MODELS WITH BACKGROUNDS IN STEM PROFESSIONS VISIT THE PROGRAM PROVIDING INSIGHT INTO STEM CAREERS. SMART GIRLS UTILIZES CURRICULUM FROM TECHBRIDGE GIRLS, A CURRICULUM AND PROGRAM ORIGINALLY FUNDED AND SUPPORTED THROUGH A NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRANT. GRANT AMOUNT - $9,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4B, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS WERE AWARDED GRANTS IN THIS FOCUS AREA: AMERICAN RED CROSS OF SOUTHEAST NEBRASKA CHAPTER: DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY PROGRAM PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO PEOPLE IN THE IMMEDIATE AFTERMATH OF A DISASTER. WHEN A HOME FIRE OCCURS, THE PROGRAM PROVIDES BASIC NEEDS AND ASSISTANCE HELPING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO RESUME NORMAL DAILY ACTIVITIES. COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS ARE TRAINED TO RESPOND TO HOME FIRES AND LARGE SCALE DISASTERS AND PROVIDE DIRECT ASSISTANCE WITH SHELTER, FOOD, AND PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH. THE PROGRAM HELPS PREVENT AND PREPARE FOR DISASTERS THROUGH THE HOME FIRE CAMPAIGN, PROVIDING EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO VULNERABLE POPULATIONS, PARTICULARLY THOSE LIVING AT OR NEAR THE POVERTY LEVEL AND AT A HIGH RISK FOR A HOME FIRE. FAMILIES ARE HELPED WITH INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARMS AND DEVELOPMENT OF A PERSONALIZED HOME FIRE RESPONSE PLAN. GRANT AMOUNT -$30,000. CASA FOR LANCASTER COUNTY: COURT APPOINTED ADVOCACY FOR AT-RISK CHILDREN RECRUITS, TRAINS AND SUPPORTS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS WHO ADVOCATE FOR THE NEEDS AND BEST INTERESTS OF ABUSED, NEGLECTED, TRUANT AND UNGOVERNABLE CHILDREN IN JUVENILE COURT. CASA VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE A VOICE FOR CHILDREN IN THE COURT SYSTEM, EXPEDITE PERMANENCY, PROVIDE REFERRALS FOR NEEDED SERVICES, AND ENSURE THAT CHILDREN HAVE SAFE PERMANENT HOMES. GRANT AMOUNT - $18,900. CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA: ST. GIANNA WOMEN'S HOMES PROGRAM PROVIDES A SAFE ENVIRONMENT IN A FULLY FURNISHED LONG-TERM HOUSING COMPLEX TO WOMEN FLEEING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND OTHER FORMS OF ABUSE AND CONTROL. APARTMENTS ARE DESIGNED TO GIVE WOMEN AND CHILDREN THE TIME AND SUPPORT THEY NEED BEFORE TRANSITIONING INTO PERMANENT HOUSING. THE RESIDENTIAL APARTMENTS ARE COMPRISED OF SIX 1-BR APARTMENTS, TWELVE 2-BR APARTMENTS AND SIX 3-BR APARTMENTS. THREE MARIAN SISTERS AND ONE RESIDENT CARE MANAGER LIVE IN RESIDENCE AT ST. GIANNA'S HOME AND ADVOCATE FOR THESE FAMILIES BY WORKING TO DEVELOP A FAMILY ACTION PLAN AND CONNECTING THEM TO RESOURCES. IN ADDITION TO HOUSING, THE PROGRAM PROVIDES EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, AND COUNSELING SERVICES FOR FAMILIES LEFT HOMELESS BECAUSE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. GRANT AMOUNT - $16,200. CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES: CEDARS PREVENTION SERVICES PROGRAM SERVES AT-RISK EXPECTANT MOTHERS AND FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGES BIRTH THROUGH 18 YEARS FOCUSING ON KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE FROM ABUSE AND NEGLECT AND PREVENTING FAMILIES FROM REQUIRING FORMAL INVOLVEMENT IN THE CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM. PROGRAMS UTILIZE EVIDENCE-BASED HOME VISITATION SERVICES, PARENTING CURRICULA, TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE, AND THE WRAP-AROUND PHILOSOPHY TO HELP CHILDREN AND FAMILIES BUILD PROTECTIVE FACTORS, REDUCE RISK FACTORS, AND IMPROVE OVERALL WELL-BEING. THE HOME VISITING PROCESS BRINGS TOGETHER PEOPLE AND SERVICES IN THE FAMILY'S LIFE, INCLUDING OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS AND INFORMAL SUPPORTS, TO HELP FAMILIES PROVIDE SAFETY, STABILITY, AND ENDURING RELATIONSHIPS FOR THEIR CHILDREN. THE PROGRAM CONNECTS VULNERABLE FAMILIES WITH PREVENTION SERVICES THAT BEST MEETS THEIR NEEDS BY OFFERING AN ARRAY OF HOME BASED PREVENTION PROGRAMS. GRANT AMOUNT - $105,325. EL CENTRO DE LAS AMERICAS: MUJERES EN CONFINAZA (WOMEN AMONG FRIENDS) PROGRAM IS AN OUTREACH, CASE MANAGEMENT, AND REFERRAL PROGRAM TARGETING LATINA WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. THE PROGRAM HOSTS AND FACILITATES WEEKLY SUPPORT GROUPS BY PROVIDING A SAFE SPACE FOR SPANISH-SPEAKING VICTIMS TO CONVERSE IN THEIR NATIVE LANGUAGE AND LEARN ABOUT RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THEM. A BILINGUAL AND BI-CULTURAL SPECIALIST SERVES AS A RESOURCE TO HELP PARTICIPANTS BUILD A SUPPORT SYSTEM BY CONNECTING VICTIMS TO OTHER IMPORTANT COMMUNITY RESOURCES. THE PROGRAM IS A NETWORK MODEL OF SUPPORT SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR ABUSE VICTIMS IN MINORITY COMMUNITIES. PARTNERS INCLUDE OTHER AREA AGENCIES (E.G. FRIENDSHIP HOME, VOICES OF HOPE, & THE LINCOLN POLICE DEPARTMENT) TO PROVIDE IMPORTANT SERVICES TO LATINA VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. GRANT AMOUNT - $6,300. FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAM PROVIDES THERAPY AND COMMUNITY RESPONSE SERVICES TO YOUTH AND FAMILIES IN THE LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM. THE PROGRAM ASSISTS STUDENTS AND FAMILIES THAT ARE DEALING WITH MENTAL HEALTH SYMPTOMS AND LIFE STRESSORS THAT ARE IMPACTING THEIR BEHAVIORS AND RELATIONSHIPS AT SCHOOL AND HOME. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN SCHOOLS TO FAMILIES WHO OTHERWISE ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCESS HELP BECAUSE OF ECONOMIC HARDSHIP INCLUDING THOSE UNABLE TO QUALIFY FOR MEDICAID OR UNABLE TO AFFORD THE COST OF THIRD PARTY INSURANCE. TRAINED STAFF MEMBERS MEET WITH YOUTH AT THEIR SCHOOL WHICH IS A NATURAL AND FAMILIAR ENVIRONMENT. PROVIDING SERVICES WITHIN SCHOOL SITES REDUCES STRESS OR CONFLICT FOR PARENTS WHO OTHERWISE WOULD HAVE TO MISS WORK TO TRANSPORT THEIR CHILDREN TO VITAL MENTAL HEALTH APPOINTMENTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $42,000. FRIENDSHIP HOME OF LINCOLN, INC: EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAM PROVIDES CONFIDENTIAL EMERGENCY SHELTER, TRANSITIONAL HOUSING, RAPID REHOUSING, AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THEIR CHILDREN. THE PROGRAM OPERATES A SERVICE CENTER, ONE EIGHT-BEDROOM COMMUNAL SHELTER, AND 12 SINGLE FAMILY SHELTERS (APARTMENTS); A TOTAL OF 85 EMERGENCY SHELTER BEDS AND 15 TRANSITIONAL HOUSING UNITS. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED THROUGH A VICTIM-CENTERED, TRAUMA-INFORMED LENS TO HELP VICTIMS INCREASE SAFETY AND REBUILD THEIR LIVES. THE PROGRAM HAS A DAILY CASELOAD OF 122 VICTIMS SHELTERED AND A DAILY AVERAGE OF 37 WAITING FOR SHELTER. VICTIMS AND THEIR CHILDREN WHO SEEK SHELTER WILL INCREASE THEIR SAFETY PLANNING SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OF THE DYNAMICS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND KNOWLEDGE OF INTIMATE PARTNER RELATIONSHIPS BASED ON EQUALITY AND RESPECT. VICTIMS WILL BE SAFER WHILE RESIDING IN THE PROGRAM'S SHELTERS. VICTIMS LEARN TO IDENTIFY AND BUILD INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT SYSTEMS AND BECOME MORE AWARE OF AVAILABLE COMMUNITY RESOURCES. GRANT AMOUNT - $70,650. HOPESPOKE OUTPATIENT SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY, GROUP, AND MARITAL THERAPEUTIC SERVICES TO CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS AT THE DOWNTOWN SITE AND WITHIN THE LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. MOST CLIENTS HAVE EXPERIENCED SEXUAL, PHYSICAL, AND/OR EMOTIONAL TRAUMA. THE PROGRAM SERVES CLIENTS WHO HAVE MEDICAID OR WHO HAVE NO ACCESS TO THIRD PARTY PAYMENT. MULTILINGUAL CLINICIANS PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO SPEAK SPANISH, RUSSIAN, ITALIAN AND ROMANIAN IN ADDITION TO A THERAPIST WHO PROVIDES SIGN LANGUAGE TO DEAF/HARD OF HEARING CLIENTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $120,000. LEGAL AID OF NEBRASKA: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE REPRESENTATION PROJECT BELIEVES THAT IT IS EVERY PERSON'S RIGHT TO BE FREE OF FEAR AND ABUSE AND PROVIDES A CRUCIAL SERVICE THAT BRINGS RELIEF TO THOSE WHO ARE IN DISTRESS. SERVICES EMPOWER VICTIMS TO BECOME SURVIVORS AND MAINTAIN THEIR RIGHT TO LIVE A LIFE FREE OF VIOLENCE. ATTORNEYS HELP CLIENTS PURSUE SAFETY AND SEPARATION FROM THEIR ABUSERS IN ALL AREAS OF LAW, AND CASES ARE RARELY SIMPLE. IN ADDITION TO NEEDING ASSISTANCE WITH PROTECTION ORDERS, CUSTODY, AND DIVORCE, VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MAY ALSO HAVE LEGAL ISSUES RELATED TO HOUSING, PUBLIC BENEFITS, ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE AND FINANCIAL WELL-BEING. BY PROVIDING LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO THESE CLIENTS, THE PROGRAM WORKS TO END THE CYCLE OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE. IT ALSO ASSISTS WITH WRAP-AROUND SERVICES (BY WAY OF COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS WITH LOCAL SHELTERS) TO MEET THE NEEDS OF FAMILIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY. GRANT AMOUNT - $13,500. LINCOLN/LANCASTER COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER: DIRECT SERVICES TO CHILD VICTIMS OF ABUSE PROGRAM FOLLOWS EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOLS TO ADDRESS ABUSE BY PROVIDING INTERVENTION AFTER DISCLOSURE OF ABUSE. TALKING ABOUT ABUSE IS HARD, ESPECIALLY FOR A CHILD STRUGGLING TO UNDERSTAND THE ABUSE. THE PROGRAM ALLOWS CHILDREN TO TELL THEIR STORY AND BE HEARD; RECOGNIZES AND DETERMINES IF THERE ARE PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS; AND DEVELOPS STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH A TRAUMA-TRAINED ADVOCATE WHO CAN PROVIDE SUPPORT AND REFERRALS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE CHILD AND THEIR NON-OFFENDING CAREGIVERS. DIRECT SERVICES PROVIDED TO VICTIMS OF CHILD ABUSE IN LANCASTER COUNTY INCLUDE: FORENSIC INTERVIEWS; MEDICAL EVALUATIONS; ON-GOING ADVOCACY; COURT SCHOOL; REFERRALS FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES; CASE COORDINATION; PROFESSIONAL TRAINING; AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION. GRANT AMOUNT - $73,800.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4B, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: LINCOLN MEDICAL EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP: SCHOOL COMMUNITY INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION (SCIP) PROGRAM IS AN EARLY IDENTIFICATION AND REFERRAL PROGRAM DESIGNED TO BRING TOGETHER FAMILIES, SCHOOLS, AND THE COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT STUDENT MENTAL, BEHAVIORAL, AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH BY ADDRESSING BOTH INDIVIDUAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS THAT INFLUENCE YOUTH. SCIP WORKS WITH PROFESSIONALS IN PUBLIC/PRIVATE SCHOOLS TO INTERVENE AND OFFER SUPPORT ON BEHALF OF YOUTH DISPLAYING CONCERNING BEHAVIOR. SCIP CONSISTS OF TWO MAIN COMPONENTS: SCIP TEAMS LOCATED WITHIN THE SCHOOL BUILDING THAT PROVIDE SUPPORTS TO STUDENTS AND FAMILIES AND SCIP COORDINATORS THAT PROVIDE COORDINATION OF SERVICES, PROGRAM DESIGN AND EVALUATION, TRAINING, EDUCATION, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND SERVE AS LIAISONS BETWEEN THE SCHOOLS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY AGENCIES. SCIP PARTNERS WITH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AGENCIES TO OFFER FAMILIES PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENTS/SCREENINGS AT NO CHARGE WHEN OUT-OF-SCHOOL INTERVENTIONS ARE NECESSARY. GRANT AMOUNT - $20,000. LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES: CHILDREN'S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAM THERAPISTS PROVIDE INTENSIVE, EVIDENCE-BASED TREATMENT SERVICES TO CHILDREN AND YOUTH UNDER THE AGE OF 19. THERAPY SESSIONS ARE COMPREHENSIVE, INVOLVING NOT ONLY THE YOUTH BUT THOSE INVOLVED IN THE CHILD'S LIFE, SUCH AS PARENTS, CAREGIVERS, AND SIBLINGS. WHEN NECESSARY, THERAPISTS WORK WITH NEBRASKA HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, THE COURT SYSTEM, ATTORNEYS, TEACHERS, SCHOOL SYSTEMS, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT. THE PROGRAM BENEFITS CHILDREN IN DIRE CIRCUMSTANCES WHERE MANY ARE IMPACTED BY ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES SUCH AS, ABUSE, NEGLECT, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND PARENTAL SUBSTANCE USE. THE PROGRAM'S GOAL IS TO IMPROVE A CHILD'S EMOTIONAL AND PHYSICAL SAFETY AND WELL-BEING SO THEY MAY LIVE AN EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY LIFE. THE PROGRAM IS OPEN TO ALL, BUT THE MAJORITY OF CLIENTS ARE FROM POORER SOCIO-ECONOMIC BACKGROUNDS. MANY RESIDE IN NEIGHBORHOODS THAT ARE IN EXTREME POVERTY AND LOCATED CLOSE TO LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICE'S HEALTH 360 CAMPUS. GRANT AMOUNT - $10,000. MOURNING HOPE GRIEF CENTER: PEER BASED GRIEF SUPPORT PROGRAM SERVES BEREAVED CHILDREN AND TEENS THROUGH PEER-BASED GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS INCLUDING THE 10-WEEK FAMILY GRIEF SERIES, CAMP ERIN, ONE-DAY SPECIAL EVENTS, AND 8-WEEK IN-SCHOOL GRIEF SUPPORT SESSIONS. THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE CAN BE AN OVERWHELMING EXPERIENCE FOR ANYONE. BUT FOR A CHILD, WHOSE ENTIRE WORLD IS DEFINED BY THEIR CONNECTION TO A SMALL HANDFUL OF PEOPLE, THE DEATH OF ONE OF THOSE INDIVIDUALS IS DEVASTATING. YOUTH MAY BE GRIEVING THE DEATH OF ANYONE SIGNIFICANT IN THEIR LIVES: A SIBLING, PARENT, GRANDPARENT, CLASSMATE OR SPECIAL FRIEND. PARTICIPANTS MEET IN AGE-BASED GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS FACILITATED BY MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AND TRAINED VOLUNTEERS. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ARE ALSO PROVIDED FOR ADULTS PLAYING A SUPPORTIVE ROLE IN THE GRIEVING CHILD'S LIFE. GRANT AMOUNT - $18,000. ST. MONICA'S LIFE CHANGING RECOVERY FOR WOMEN: PROJECT MOTHER & CHILD PROGRAM IS A COMPREHENSIVE SIX-MONTH RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT PROGRAM FOR CHEMICALLY DEPENDENT OR DUALLY DIAGNOSED PREGNANT WOMEN AND WOMEN WITH CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12. MORE THAN 90 PERCENT OF THE WOMEN IN THIS PROGRAM SELF-REPORT DOMESTIC ABUSE OR OTHER VIOLENCE. THIS THERAPEUTIC MODEL FOCUSES ON THE COMPLEX NEEDS OF THESE WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN. THE PROGRAM ADDRESSES THE ISSUES OF BASIC NEEDS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, TRAUMA, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, AND PARENTING ENCOURAGING WOMEN TO BUILD TOOLS TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE TREATMENT AND DEVELOP SKILLS FOR LONG-TERM SAFETY IN RECOVERY. CHILDREN OF CLIENTS RECEIVE COUNSELING AND OTHER SERVICES, WHILE MOTHERS RECEIVE SAFETY, PARENTING AND LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION. WOMEN LEAVE THIS PROGRAM ENROLLED IN SCHOOL OR EMPLOYED, WITH INDIVIDUALIZED SAFETY AND HOUSING PLANS FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES. GRANT AMOUNT - $34,425. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: DISASTER SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES FOOD AND BEVERAGES AT THE SITE OF A DISASTER. IT ALSO PROVIDES SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL CARE AT THE SCENE OF A DISASTER AND FOLLOW UP CARE. SERVICES MAY INCLUDE MATERIALS MANAGEMENT/DISTRIBUTION, WAREHOUSING, SHELTERING, AND EMERGENCY CASE MANAGEMENT. THE PROGRAM WILL ASSIST WITH TEMPORARY HOUSING VOUCHERS AFTER ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. VOICES OF HOPE LINCOLN, INC: CRISIS INTERVENTION AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM PROVIDES SERVICES FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE, DATING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT AND INCEST, AS WELL AS TO THEIR FAMILIES. SERVICES INCLUDE A 24-HOUR CRISIS LINE, CRISIS AND WALK-IN COUNSELING, SUPPORT GROUPS, SAFETY PLANNING, 24-HOUR ADVOCACY TO THE HOSPITALS, FOLLOW UP ON LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTS, ASSISTANCE WITH PROTECTION ORDERS, REFERRALS TO SHELTER AND OTHER COMMUNITY RESOURCES, ASSISTANCE WITH BASIC AND EMERGENCY NEEDS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. VOICES OF HOPE IS THE PRIMARY CRISIS RESPONSE TO VICTIMS THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COORDINATED RESPONSE TEAM AND SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE TEAM AND IS A MEMBER OF THE COMMUNITY AND UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA'S CAMPUS THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAMS. GRANT AMOUNT - $77,400.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4C, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER: FAMILY RESOURCE PROGRAM ADVANCES THE STABILITY OF ASIAN AND OTHER MINORITY FAMILIES IN LINCOLN WHO FACE ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL BARRIERS TO SELF-SUFFICIENCY. THE PROGRAM HELPS FAMILIES BUILD ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY; PURSUE CITIZENSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT; ESTABLISH MEDICAL/DENTAL HOMES; PROVIDES ASSISTANCE WITH SNAP APPLICATIONS AND RENEWALS; AND HELPS FAMILIES FILE STATE AND FEDERAL INCOME TAX RETURNS. THE PROGRAM ALSO TRANSLATES IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS FROM OTHER RELEVANT HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES, ENHANCING THEIR ABILITY TO SERVE CLIENTS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY. THE PROGRAM WORKS WITH THE LANCASTER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT, GOOD NEIGHBOR CENTER, CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED AND COUNTY GENERAL ASSISTANCE TO ACHIEVE THESE GOALS. GRANT AMOUNT - $7,500. CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA: EMERGENCY SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES CASH ASSISTANCE TO HOMELESS CLIENTS TO ASSIST IN OBTAINING HOUSING AND TO THOSE AT RISK OF BECOMING HOMELESS BY PROVIDING EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TO PAY RENT AND UTILITIES DURING DIFFICULT TIMES. THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO MEET THE SHORT-TERM NEEDS OF INDIVIDUALS THAT MAY HAVE EXPERIENCED AN INTERRUPTION TO THEIR NORMAL INCOME STREAM. THE PROGRAM NETWORKS WITH OTHER LOCAL AGENCIES THAT DISTRIBUTE EMERGENCY CASH ASSISTANCE TO PREVENT DUPLICATION OF SERVICES AND PARTNERS WITH AGENCIES SO THAT RESOURCES MIGHT BE BETTER UTILIZED. ALL APPLICANTS GO THROUGH A DETAILED SCREENING PROCESS AND MEET WITH THE EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR WHO WILL GUIDE THEM THROUGH BUDGET COUNSELING AND PROVIDE REFERRALS IN ADDITION TO WHATEVER CASH ASSISTANCE MIGHT BE AVAILABLE. GRANT AMOUNT - $32,000. CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA: ST. FRANCIS FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM IS A FOOD CHOICE MARKET THAT PROVIDES FAMILIES THE OPPORTUNITY TO SELECT PERISHABLE AND NONPERISHABLE ITEMS ONCE PER MONTH. DAIRY PRODUCTS, FRESH FRUITS, AND VEGETABLES ARE PROVIDED, AND NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION AND RECIPES ARE FEATURED WEEKLY TO ENCOURAGE HEALTHY EATING HABITS AND BALANCED MEALS. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN, THE PROGRAM PROVIDES MONTHLY FOOD MARKETS TO THE FAMILIES WITHIN SCHOOLS. THE PROGRAM IS STRONGLY SUPPORTED AND STAFFED BY A COMMUNITY OF VOLUNTEERS. GRANT AMOUNT - $10,000. CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES: CEDARS EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAM PROVIDES 24-HOUR EMERGENCY SHELTER CARE FOR YOUTH EACH DAY AGES 12-18. INCORPORATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE, POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, AND WRAP-AROUND PRINCIPLES, CEDARS PROVIDES A SAFE, NURTURING, AND STABLE SHORT TERM PLACEMENT FOR YOUTH. REFERRALS ARE ACCEPTED FOR RUNAWAY, HOMELESS, OR UNACCOMPANIED YOUTH, AS WELL AS YOUTH WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED A PLACEMENT DISRUPTION OR NEED RESPITE CARE. THE PROGRAM IS A DETENTION ALTERNATIVE FOR YOUTH WHO DO NOT POSE A SAFETY RISK TO OTHERS PROVIDING A SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH TO RESIDE DURING OUTPATIENT PSYCHOLOGICAL OR SUBSTANCE ABUSE EVALUATIONS UNTIL SUITABLE PLACEMENT PLANS ARE DEVELOPED. PROGRAMMING INCLUDES STRUCTURED THERAPEUTIC GROUPS, RECREATION ACTIVITIES, ACADEMIC SUPPORT INCLUDING ATTENDANCE AT A YOUTH'S HOME SCHOOL WHEN POSSIBLE, AND HELPING STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES. YOUTH ARE ALSO PROVIDED CASE MANAGEMENT TAILORED TO THEIR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS. GRANT AMOUNT - $21,000. CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES: CEDARS STREET OUTREACH AND YOUTH OPPORTUNITY CENTER PROGRAM CONDUCTS OUTREACH AND ENGAGES HOMELESS AND RUNAWAY YOUTH TO SEEK FORMAL ASSISTANCE IN CREATING SAFER, MORE STABLE LIVING SITUATIONS AND TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE(S) THAT LED TO THEIR HOMELESSNESS. OUTREACH SERVICES INCLUDE SURVIVAL AID (FOOD, CLOTHING AND BLANKETS, HYGIENE KITS, TRANSPORTATION VOUCHERS), ASSESSMENT, CRISIS INTERVENTION AND SAFETY PLANNING, EDUCATION, INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, COUNSELING AND ONGOING SUPPORT. THE PROGRAM USES A POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACH PROVIDING YOUTH WITH EFFECTIVE AND HIGH QUALITY SERVICES. AS A RESULT, YOUTH ARE ABLE TO IMPROVE RELATIONSHIPS AND MAKE BETTER, SAFER LIFE CHOICES. PROGRAM STAFF FREQUENT PLACES WHERE VULNERABLE YOUTH TYPICALLY GATHER AND CONDUCT OUTREACH TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS. YOUTH CAN ALSO ACCESS RESOURCES AT THE YOUTH OPPORTUNITY CENTER, A DROP-IN CENTER LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN LINCOLN. GRANT AMOUNT - $8,500. CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED: NEIGHBORHOOD FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM PROVIDES FOOD FOR LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS IN LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY. WEEKLY DISTRIBUTIONS ARE LOCATED AT FIVE SITES, INCLUDING CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED (CFPIN), OAK LAKE CHURCH, THE BAY, F STREET RECREATION CENTER AND FOURTH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. PARTICIPANTS CAN GET FOOD TWO TIMES A WEEK AND OBTAIN USDA COMMODITIES. AT FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVENTS, THE PROGRAM PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT COMMUNITY RESOURCES, PROGRAMS AT CFPIN, PERSONAL HEALTH CARE ITEMS, HOST FLU SHOTS AND MORE. A CLIENT ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST IS AVAILABLE FOR FOOD PARTICIPANTS AT THE CENTER TO PROVIDE HELP WITH SNAP AND HOUSING ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS. GRANT AMOUNT - $27,000. CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED: PEOPLE OBTAINING PROSPERITY PROGRAM HELPS LOW-INCOME STUDENTS SUCCESSFULLY CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION UP TO AN ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE AND COLLABORATES WITH SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE. THE PROGRAM ELIMINATES BARRIERS TO SUCCESS BY INCLUDING CHILDCARE AND TRANSPORTATION SUBSIDIES, WRAP AROUND CASE MANAGEMENT TO HELP STUDENTS THROUGH DIFFICULTIES, AND ACCESS TO TUTORS. GRANT AMOUNT - $8,788. COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER AND SAUNDERS COUNTIES: BASIC AND EMERGENCY NEEDS SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT TO NEAR-HOMELESS AND HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH FOUR PROGRAMS. 1) EMERGENCY SERVICES PROVIDES RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE TO HOUSEHOLDS WITH AN EVICTION OR DISCONNECT NOTICE, AND DEPOSIT ASSISTANCE TO HOUSEHOLDS TRANSITIONING OUT OF HOMELESSNESS. 2) REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE OVERSEES THE PROPER SPENDING OF BENEFIT PAYMENTS FOR SOCIAL SECURITY RECIPIENTS WHO HAVE BEEN DEEMED UNFIT BY THE SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION TO MANAGE RESOURCES THEMSELVES. 3) TENANT SUPPORT SERVICES PROVIDES EDUCATION AND MEDIATION TO TENANTS AND LANDLORDS WITH A GOAL OF EVICTION PREVENTION. 4) SUPPORTIVE HOUSING CONNECTS HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS TO PERMANENT HOUSING AND PROVIDES CASE MANAGEMENT. THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF ALL PROGRAMS IS TO PREVENT AND END HOMELESSNESS. GRANT AMOUNT - $65,000. COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER AND SAUNDERS COUNTIES: FINANCIAL WELL-BEING PROGRAM UMBRELLA CONTAINS THREE DISTINCT PROGRAMS PROVIDING SERVICES THAT SUPPORT THE EFFORTS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH LIMITED FINANCIAL RESOURCES TO BUILD STRONG FINANCIAL FUTURES. 1) FREE TO SAVE IS A PROGRAM FOR ADULTS THAT PROVIDES FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND SAVINGS MATCH FOR THE PURCHASE OF A HOME, SMALL BUSINESS START-UP/EXPANSION, POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION OR A VEHICLE. 2) OPPORTUNITY PASSPORT PROVIDES YOUTH AGE 14-26 WITH FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND SAVINGS MATCH FOR HOUSING, EDUCATION, TRANSPORTATION, DEBT REDUCTION, CREDIT IMPROVEMENT AND OTHER PURCHASES DESIGNED TO IMPROVE FINANCIAL WELL-BEING. 3) FINANCIAL COACHING COMBINES CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION AND INDIVIDUALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS TO REPAIR CREDIT, REDUCE DEBT, SAVE MONEY AND OTHERWISE IMPROVE FINANCIAL WELL-BEING. ALL PROGRAMS UTILIZE MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING IN THE CASE MANAGEMENT PROCESS. GRANT AMOUNT - $20,000. COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER AND SAUNDERS COUNTIES: THE GATHERING PLACE PROGRAM IS A SOUP KITCHEN THAT PROVIDES FREE EVENING MEALS SEVEN DAYS A WEEK TO THOSE STRUGGLING WITH HUNGER. THE GATHERING PLACE IS LOCATED IN ONE OF THE HIGHEST POVERTY NEIGHBORHOODS IN LINCOLN, CHARACTERIZED BY A POVERTY RATE OF 41.5% (ACS, 5-YEAR ESTIMATES). THERE ARE NO ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA TO GET A MEAL NOR ANY QUESTIONS ASKED-ANYONE EXPERIENCING HUNGER IS WELCOME. THE GATHERING PLACE FOCUSES ON SERVING NOT ONLY FOOD TO FILL THE BELLY, BUT NUTRITIONALLY-BALANCED MEALS TO FILL THE BODY, OFTEN INCLUDING LOCALLY-SOURCED FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES. GRANT AMOUNT - $12,000. COMMUNITY CROPS: COMMUNITY GARDENS PROGRAM PROVIDES GARDENING SPACE FOR RESIDENTS TO GROW FRESH, HEALTHY FOOD FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES. THERE ARE VARIOUS GARDEN SITES, WHICH GIVE GARDENERS A CHANCE TO GROW FOOD. WORK CONTINUES WITHIN THE CITY, CHURCHES, AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS TO DEVELOP AREAS FOR NEW GARDENS, WHICH WILL ALLOW MORE PEOPLE IN NEED TO BE REACHED. CONTINUED EFFORTS ARE BEING MADE TO LOOK FOR NEW AND INNOVATIVE WAYS TO GET MORE PEOPLE GARDENING, WHILE ALSO MAKING IT EASIER FOR THEM TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THAT ENDEAVOR. GRANT AMOUNT - $10,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4C, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE: EL CENTRO DE LAS AMERICAS: CRISIS ASSISTANCE & PREVENTION PROGRAM COMBINES THE ELEMENTS OF EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE, RESOURCE NAVIGATION, AND CASE MANAGEMENT TO HELP CLIENTS OBTAIN ESSENTIAL RESOURCES FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES, OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT, AND AVOID HOMELESSNESS. CLIENTS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE COMPLETING EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS, CREATING RESUMES, OBTAINING PANTRY, CLOTHING, UTILITY/RENT, AND OTHER ESSENTIAL NEEDS, AND APPLYING FOR TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS, SUCH AS MEDICAID AND SNAP. CLIENTS RECEIVE CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH ESSENTIAL NEEDS AND FOLLOW-UP COMMUNICATION FOR SUPPORT AS THEY CONTINUE TO WORK TOWARDS SELF-SUSTAINABILITY. THE GOAL IS TO HELP REMOVE BARRIERS PREVENTING HOUSING AND FINANCIAL STABILITY. GRANT AMOUNT - $10,000. FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN: PRODUCE FOR MOBILE FOOD PANTRIES PROGRAM PROVIDES MOBILE FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS IN LINCOLN'S LOW-INCOME NEIGHBORHOODS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CENTER FOR PEOPLE IN NEED (CFPIN), JACOB'S WELL/FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, THE BAY, OAK LAKE CHURCH, FOURTH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, FIRST PLYMOUTH CHURCH AND THE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION. GRANT AMOUNT - $38,945. FRESH START: TRANSITIONAL SHELTER SERVICES PROGRAM OFFERS A RESIDENTIAL SHELTER PROGRAM FOR HOMELESS WOMEN. WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE FOR THREE-SIX MONTHS AND MAY STAY FOR UP TO ONE YEAR. THERE IS AN EMPHASIS ON GOAL PLANNING, DEVELOPING A HEALTHY SUPPORT SYSTEM, AND PROMOTING RESIDENTS' STRENGTHS. RESIDENTS ARE PARTNERED WITH A CASE MANAGER TO HELP THEM REACH THEIR GOALS AND MOVE ON SUCCESSFULLY. FRESH START HELPS WOMEN ADDRESS THEIR BARRIERS BY CONNECTING THEM TO ACTIVITIES SUCH AS COUNSELING, TREATMENT, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. CASE MANAGEMENT ALSO INCREASES THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF SERVICES IN THE COMMUNITY, WHICH THEY USE BEYOND THEIR STAY AT FRESH START. THE PROGRAM IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR COMMUNITY'S CONTINUUM OF CARE FOR HOUSING AND HOMELESS RELATED NEEDS. GRANT AMOUNT - $35,000. GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER: BASIC AND EMERGENCY NEEDS PROGRAM PROVIDES CLOTHING, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, PERSONAL CARE HYGIENE PRODUCTS, HOLIDAY GIFTS, RENT ASSISTANCE, UTILITY ASSISTANCE, AND DIAPERS TO THOSE IN NEED. PARTICIPANTS ARE INDIVIDUALS FACING NATURAL DISASTER, HOMELESSNESS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, RECOVERING ADDICTS, LOW INCOME OR INMATES RELEASED FROM INCARCERATION. ASSISTANCE IS ALSO PROVIDED TO REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS FROM THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA. GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER COLLABORATES WITH RESETTLEMENT AGENCIES BRINGING NEW REFUGEES INTO LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY TO HELP THEM HAVE A SMOOTH TRANSITION TO THEIR NEW HOMES. HOME VISITS HELP DETERMINE WHAT ASSISTANCE THEY WILL NEED, AND NEW FAMILIES ARE GIVEN A PRIORITY TO SHOP FOR CLOTHES, FOOD, AND ENROLL IN CLASSES. INTERPRETATION SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO ASSIST WITH APPOINTMENTS AND TRANSLATION OF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS. THE PROGRAM ADVOCATES FOR WOMEN TO ENABLE THEM TO BECOME INDEPENDENT. GRANT AMOUNT - $17,500. GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER: FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ALLOWS FAMILIES TO SELECT NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS OF THEIR CHOICE EVERY 30 DAYS. THE AMOUNT OF FOOD GIVEN IS DETERMINED BY FAMILY SIZE AND AVAILABILITY. EACH CLIENT MAY ALSO SHOP FOR PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS TWICE A WEEK ON MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT ALL AVAILABLE FOODNET SITES IN LINCOLN AND COLLABORATES WITH ALLON CHAPEL AS A FOODNET SITE EVERY SUNDAY TO FEED THOSE WHO CANNOT MAKE IT TO THE CENTER DURING THE WEEK DUE TO WORKING SCHEDULES. GRANT AMOUNT - $25,000. THE HUB-CENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS: CENTRAL ACCESS NAVIGATION PROGRAM PROVIDES A CENTRAL ACCESS NAVIGATOR FOR CASE MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT TO HELP YOUNG PEOPLE FIND NEEDED SERVICES. WHILE OUR COMMUNITY IS FORTUNATE TO HAVE MANY SERVICES AVAILABLE, NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM OF AVAILABLE RESOURCES CAN BE CONFUSING. YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE DISCONNECTED (PREGNANT/PARENTING, HOMELESS, INVOLVED IN OR AGED OUT OF THE CHILD WELFARE OR JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEMS) UTILIZE THIS PROGRAM TO FIND SERVICES TO ADDRESS THEIR IMMEDIATE NEEDS AND WORK TOWARD FUTURE SUCCESSES. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR HOUSING AND UTILITIES, FINANCIAL COACHING/BUDGETING ASSISTANCE, AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS TO ENSURE YOUNG ADULTS' NEEDS ARE MET. GRANT AMOUNT - $15,000. LEAGUE OF HUMAN DIGNITY, INC: BARRIER REMOVAL PROGRAM REMOVES OR MODIFIES BARRIERS FOR LOW-TO-MODERATE INCOME RENTERS AND HOMEOWNERS WHO EXPERIENCE A MOBILITY LIMITATION OR HAVE SOMEONE IN THEIR FAMILY WITH MOBILITY LIMITATIONS. ELIGIBLE MODIFICATIONS INCLUDE INSTALLATION OF OUTSIDE RAMPS AND LIFTS, GRAB BARS, HANDRAILS, WIDER DOORWAYS, ACCESSIBLE TUBS AND SHOWERS, AND REACHABLE SINKS AND COUNTERS. A BARRIER-FREE MODEL HOME DISPLAYING A VARIETY OF ACCESSIBILITY DESIGN FEATURES AND ADAPTIVE AIDS IS LOCATED IN THE LINCOLN OFFICE TO ASSIST WITH DECISION MAKING. THE PROGRAM OFFERS ON-SITE CONSULTATIONS INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF FEDERAL ACCESSIBILITY LAWS WITH MEMBERS OF THE BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, BUSINESSES, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. MATT TALBOT KITCHEN AND OUTREACH: HUNGER RELIEF PROGRAM PROVIDES DAILY HUNGER RELIEF TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED. FEEDING THE HUNGRY IS THE FOUNDATION OF MATT TALBOT'S MISSION. EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO WALK THROUGH THE PROGRAM'S OPEN DOORS TO RECEIVE A HOT MEAL TWO TIMES A DAY, EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR. LUNCH IS SERVED FROM 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM AND DINNER IS SERVED FROM 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM. FOOD PANTRIES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH FOOD AT HOME. WHILE ON SITE, INDIVIDUALS LEARN ABOUT OTHER PREVENTION SERVICES AVAILABLE. THE PROGRAM IS A SAFE AND WELCOMING PLACE WHERE THOSE WHO STRUGGLE CAN FIND RESPITE, PEACE AND EVENTUALLY HOPE. GRANT AMOUNT - $11,000. MATT TALBOT KITCHEN AND OUTREACH: TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PROGRAM HELPS INDIVIDUALS MOVE FROM HOMELESSNESS AND ADDICTION TO A STABLE LIVING ENVIRONMENT. THE PROGRAM HAS TWO TRANSITIONS HOUSES - ONE FOR MEN AND ONE FOR WOMEN. INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING FOCUS ON RELAPSE PREVENTION WORK IN TANDEM TO ASSIST RESIDENTS IN MAINTAINING SOBRIETY, ACCESSING SERVICES, SECURING EMPLOYMENT, AND BECOMING PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. GRANT AMOUNT - $17,000. PEOPLE'S CITY MISSION: FAMILY AND WOMEN'S SHELTER PROGRAM PROVIDES EMERGENCY SHELTER BEDS AND DAY SHELTER, THREE NUTRITIOUS MEALS DAILY, CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS, INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY, LIFE SKILLS WORKSHOPS, AND OTHER RELATED SERVICES (SHOWERS, LAUNDRY, MAIL, PHONE, ETC.) TO ENABLE HOMELESS WOMEN AND FAMILIES TO MOVE INTO PERMANENT HOUSING WITH THE SKILLS AND RESOURCES NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN HOUSING. GRANT AMOUNT - $8,543. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: FOOD SECURITY PROGRAM PROVIDES A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS SUCH AS, THE FOOD PANTRY, WINTER NIGHT WATCH, KIDS CAFE AND A SUMMER FEEDING PROGRAM TO ENSURE THOSE WHO NEED FOOD OR A MEAL IN THE LINCOLN COMMUNITY ARE SERVED. THE FOOD PANTRY IS A CONSUMER CHOICE FOOD PANTRY BASED ON THE FOOD PYRAMID. CLIENTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE FOOD FROM THE PANTRY ON A MONTHLY BASIS WITH A POINTS-BASED SYSTEM BASED ON THE SIZE OF THE CLIENT'S FAMILY. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES A PERISHABLE FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY MORNING. DURING THE WINTER, A SEASONAL HOT MEAL IS PROVIDED EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT FROM OCTOBER 15 - APRIL 15 TO HOMELESS AND NEAR HOMELESS IN THE SOUTH CAPITAL NEIGHBORHOOD AREA DURING THE WINTER NIGHT WATCH. A HOT MEAL IS PROVIDED TO CHILDREN MONDAY-FRIDAY YEAR-ROUND THROUGH THE KIDS CAFE DURING SCHOOL DAYS AS A SUPPER MEAL AND DURING NON-SCHOOL DAYS AS A LUNCH MEAL. DURING THE SUMMER CHILDREN ARE GIVEN A NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST AND LUNCH AT A DAY CAMP - BREAKFAST IS PREPARED ONSITE AND LUNCH IS PROVIDED BY KINDERBITES. GRANT AMOUNT - $20,055. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PROVIDES EMERGENCY UTILITY ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO ARE AT RISK FOR OR HAVE HAD THEIR UTILITIES SHUT OFF DUE TO NON-PAYMENT. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES ENERGY EDUCATION TO CLIENTS, PARTICULARLY THOSE WHO APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE MORE THAN ONCE, TO PREVENT BEING IN PERPETUAL CRISIS. GRANT AMOUNT - $25,000.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B THE FORM 990 IS PROVIDED TO AND FORMALLY REVIEWED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRIOR TO SUBMISSION TO THE IRS. THE INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS PRESENT THE FORM 990 ANNUALLY AT THE OCTOBER BOARD MEETING. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS REVIEW THE FORM 990 FOCUSING ON SIGNIFICANT AREAS OF THE TAX RETURN AND HOW THESE AREAS RELATE TO THE ANNUAL AUDITIED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND MEMBERS OF COMMITTEES WITH BOARD-DELEGATED POWERS ARE REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE ANNUALLY ANY RELATIONSHIPS WHERE THEY AND/OR THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS MAY HAVE PERSONAL OR FINANCIAL INTERESTS THAT COULD INFLUENCE THEIR DECISION MAKING ABILITY. THEY ALSO SIGN A STATEMENT AFFIRMING THAT THEY HAVE RECEIVED, READ,AND WILL COMPLY WITH THE ORGANIZATION'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY. THEY ARE REQUIRED TO AFFIRM THEIR UNDERSTANDING THAT THE ORGANIZATION IS CHARITABLE AND MUST ENGAGE PRIMARILY IN ACTIVITIES WHICH ACCOMPLISH ONE OR MORE OF ITS TAX-EXEMPT PURPOSES. BOARD MEMBERS AND VOLUNTEERS MAY NOT SERVE ON FUNDING TEAMS THAT RECOMMEND GRANT AWARDS TO ORGANIZATIONS WHERE THERE MAY BE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST BETWEEN THAT PERSON AND THE RECIPIENT ORGANIZATION. WHERE A GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER BELIEVES THAT A MATTER TO BE VOTED UPON WILL PRESENT A CONFLICT OF INTEREST, THAT MEMBER WILL ANNOUNCE THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND WILL HOLD SILENT DURING DISCUSSION ON THE ISSUE. THE MEMBER WILL REFRAIN FROM VOTING ON ANY MOTIONS AFFECTING THE DECLARED CONFLICT OF INTEREST. IF THE GOVERNING BOARD OR COMMITTEE HAS REASONABLE CAUSE TO BELIEVE A MEMBER HAS FAILED TO DISCLOSE ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST, IT SHALL INFORM THE MEMBER AND ALLOW THEM TO EXPLAIN THE ALLEGED FAILURE TO DISCLOSE. APPOINTED STAFF WILL REVIEW DECLARED CONFLICTS PRIOR TO VOTING AND BRING POSSIBLE CONFLICTS TO THE ATTENTION OF THE BOARD PRESIDENT AND/OR THE COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON. THE MINUTES OF THE GOVERNING BOARD AND ALL COMMITTEES WITH BOARD DELEGATED POWERS SHALL CONTAIN: THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS WHO DISCLOSED OR WERE FOUND TO HAVE AN ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST; THE NATURE OF THE CONFLICT; ANY ACTION TAKEN TO DETERMINE WHETHER A CONFLICT OF INTEREST WAS PRESENT; NAMES OF PERSONS PRESENT FOR DISCUSSIONS AND VOTES RELATING TO THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST; THE CONTENT OF THE DISCUSSION AND A RECORD OF ANY VOTES TAKEN IN CONNECTION WITH THE DISCUSSION.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 THE GOVERNING-BOARD APPOINTED COMPENSATION COMMITTEE CONDUCTED THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PERFORMANCE REVIEW. NO COMMITTEE MEMBER HAD A REAL OR PERCEIVED CONFLICT OF INTEREST WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT. COMPENSATION WAS DETERMINED BASED ON JOB PERFORMANCE WITHIN LIMITS OF UNITED WAY BUDGET PARAMETERS USING COMPARABILITY DATA FOR SIMILARLY QUALIFIED PERSONS IN COMPARABLE POSITIONS AT SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS. THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE DOCUMENTED THE DELIBERATION PROCESS AND THE BASIS FOR ITS DECISIONS. THE COMMITTEE REPORTED ITS DETERMINATION AND RECOMMENDED BOARD APPROVAL AT THE DECEMBER 2019 BOARD MEETING IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. THE EXECUTIVE SESSION DISCUSSION AND BOARD REVIEW AND APPROVAL WERE DOCUMENTED IN THE MINUTES. THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CONDUCTED THE PERFORMANCE REVIEW FOR THE SR. DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION. COMPENSATION WAS DETERMINED BASED ON JOB PERFORMANCE WITHIN LIMITS OF UNITED WAY BUDGET PARAMETERS USING COMPARABILITY DATA FOR SIMILARLY QUALIFIED PERSONS IN COMPARABLE POSITIONS AT SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS. THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORTED THE DETERMINATION AND BASIS FOR CONCLUSIONS TO MEMBERS OF THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE. THE COMMITTEE REPORTED THE DETERMINATION TO THE UNITED WAY BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR APPROVAL AT THE AUGUST 2019 BOARD MEETING IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. THE EXECUTIVE SESSION DISCUSSION AND BOARD REVIEW AND APPROVAL WERE DOCUMENTED IN THE MINUTES.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 THE ORGANIZATION'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND FORM 990 ARE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC VIA POSTING TO ITS WEBSITE AT WWW.UNITEDWAYLINCOLN.ORG. IN ADDITION, GOVERNING DOCUMENTS INCLUDING ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, BYLAWS, AND 501 (C) (3) DETERMINATION LETTER ARE MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH ALLOWED INSPECTION AT THE LOCAL UNITED WAY OFFICE. COPIES OF THESE DOCUMENTS ARE PROVIDED TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST.
FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY'S FINANCE COMMITTEE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERSIGHT AND APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL AUDIT AND THE FORM 990.
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SCHEDULE R
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY
Employer identification number

47-0376624
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

(d)
Total income


(e)
End-of-year assets


(f)
Direct controlling
entity











Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

(d)
Exempt Code section


(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

(f)
Direct controlling
entity

(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1)UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY FOUNDATION INC
238 S 13TH STREET

LINCOLN,NE68508
20-1412874
SUPPORTING FOUNDATION NE 501(C)(3) 509(A)(3) TYPE 1 UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY
 
Yes
 












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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



(b)
Primary activity




(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


(d)
Direct controlling
entity



(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
(j)
General or
managing
partner?



(k)
Percentage
ownership


Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
(b)
Primary activity
(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
(d)
Direct controlling
entity
(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust)
(f)
Share of total income
(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
(h)
Percentage
ownership
(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No












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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest, (ii) annuities, (iii) royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entity .....................
1a
 
No
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) ............................
1b
 
No
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) ............................
1c
Yes
 
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) ............................
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) ............................
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) ............................
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) ............................
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) ............................
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) ............................
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) .......................
1j
 
No
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) ......................
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) .....................
1l
 
No
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) .................
1m
 
No
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) ...................
1n
Yes
 
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) ............................
1o
Yes
 
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1p
 
No
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1q
Yes
 
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) ............................
1r
Yes
 
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) ............................
1s
 
No
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of related organization
(b)
Transaction
type (a-s)
(c)
Amount involved
(d)
Method of determining amount involved





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Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity
(b)
Primary activity
(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country)
(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations?
(f)
Share of total income




(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets
(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?
(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
(j)
General or
managing
partner?
(k)
Percentage
ownership


Yes No Yes No Yes No






























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Part VII
Supplemental Information
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