TY 2023 Form 990

(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)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(1) JACK ABEL...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .................	X
(2) AMY ARGO...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .................	X
(3) ADAM BARRICKMAN...................................................................... DIRECTOR	1.00 .................	X
(4) BRIAN CHAFFIN...................................................................... PAST PRESIDENT	1.00 .................	X	X
(5) GEOFF CLINE...................................................................... DIRECTOR	1.00 .................	X
(6) BRAD CRAIN...................................................................... DIRECTOR	1.00 .................	X
(7) JENNIFER CUSICK-RAWLINSON...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .................	X
(8) RENEE DOZIER...................................................................... DIRECTOR	1.00 .................	X
(9) KEVIN FALTIN...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .................	X
(10) QUINTIN GADDIS...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .................	X
(11) PAUL GAUSMAN...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .................	X
(12) JANE GREEN...................................................................... DIRECTOR	1.00 .................	X
(13) JOHN GREVING...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2023	1.00 .................	X
(14) JAMIE HARDER...................................................................... ASSISTANT TREASURER	1.00 .................	X	X
(15) ERIN HART...................................................................... DIRECTOR	1.00 .................	X
(16) STACI HAAS...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2023	1.00 .................	X
(17) BILL LESTER...................................................................... DIRECTOR 2023	1.00 .................	X

(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)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(18) DAVID MALCOM........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(19) SUE MARTIN........................................................................ SECRETARY	1.00 .......................	X	X	0	0
(20) TJ MCDOWELL........................................................................ DIRECTOR 2023	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(21) NATHAN MCKOWN........................................................................ DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(22) ERIC MOOSS........................................................................ IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT 2023	1.00 .......................	X	X	0	0
(23) PHIL MORGAN........................................................................ TREASURER	1.00 .......................	X	X	0	0
(24) RYAN NELSON........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(25) JODY OLSSON........................................................................ DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(26) AMY OSTERMEYER........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(27) WALTER POWELL........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(28) CHRIS RASMUSSEN........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(29) BOB REYNOLDSON........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(30) APRIL RIMPLEY........................................................................ PRESIDENT 2024	1.00 .......................	X	X	0	0
(31) BRYAN ROBERTSON........................................................................ PRESIDENT ELECT	1.00 .......................	X	X	0	0
(32) TIM SCHLEGELMILCH........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(33) RILEY SLEZAK........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(34) MARK STUEVEN........................................................................ DIRECTOR 2023	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(35) BRETT SUNDBERG........................................................................ DIRECTOR 2023	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(36) MEAGAN LIESVELD........................................................................ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR	40.00 .......................	X	X	144,608	18,541
(37) MARK WALZ........................................................................ DIRECTOR 2024	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(38) NATALIA WIITA........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(39) MIKE ZELENY........................................................................ DIRECTOR	1.00 .......................	X		0	0
(40) MARY ALDRICH-KNIGHT........................................................................ CHIEF FINANCIAL	40.00 .......................		X	94,008	6,457

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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.
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Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
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Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2023

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.)

A church, convention of churches, or association of churches described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(i).

A school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii). (Attach Schedule E (Form 990).)

A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii).

A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii). Enter the hospital's name, city, and state:

An organization operated for the benefit of a college or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)

A federal, state, or local government or governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(v).

An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

A community trust described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

An agricultural research organization described in 170(b)(1)(A)(ix) operated in conjunction with a land-grant college or university or a non-land grant college of agriculture. See instructions. Enter the name, city, and state of the college or university:

An organization that normally receives: (1) more than 33 1/3% of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 33 1/3% of its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)

An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. See section 509(a)(4).

An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2). See section 509(a)(3). Check the box on lines 12a through 12d that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines 12e, 12f, and 12g.

Type I. A supporting organization operated, supervised, or controlled by its supported organization(s), typically by giving the supported organization(s) the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the directors or trustees of the supporting organization. You must complete Part IV, Sections A and B.

Type II. A supporting organization supervised or controlled in connection with its supported organization(s), by having control or management of the supporting organization vested in the same persons that control or manage the supported organization(s). You must complete Part IV, Sections A and C.

Type III functionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with, and functionally integrated with, its supported organization(s) (see instructions). You must complete Part IV, Sections A, D, and E.

Type III non-functionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with its supported organization(s) that is not functionally integrated. The organization generally must satisfy a distribution requirement and an attentiveness requirement (see instructions). You must complete Part IV, Sections A and D, and Part V.

Check this box if the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, Type III functionally integrated, or Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organization.

Enter the number of supported organizations ...............................

Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).

(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	(iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document?		(v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions)	(vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	Yes	No	(v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions)	(vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)


Total

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 11285F

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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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)		(a) 2019	(b) 2020	(c) 2021	(d) 2022	(e) 2023	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grant.") ..	7,437,719	7,771,430	7,625,441	7,589,155	7,073,628	37,497,373
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	7,437,719	7,771,430	7,625,441	7,589,155	7,073,628	37,497,373
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) ..						1,663,060
6	Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.						35,834,313

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2019	(b) 2020	(c) 2021	(d) 2022	(e) 2023	(f) Total
7	Amounts from line 4..	7,437,719	7,771,430	7,625,441	7,589,155	7,073,628	37,497,373
8	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...	76,263	10,976	15,099	229,247	367,570	699,155
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.)..	198,289	222,880	140,940	129,205	144,724	836,038
11	Total support. Add lines 7 through 10						39,032,566

Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions) ..................

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

Public support percentage for 2023 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f)) .........

91.810 %

Public support percentage for 2022 Schedule A, Part II, line 14 ...............

92.480 %

16a

33 1/3% support test—2023. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ....................... right arrow

33 1/3% support test—2022. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..................... right arrow

17a

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ............ right arrow

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2022. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line 15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ............ right arrow

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

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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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)		(a) 2019	(b) 2020	(c) 2021	(d) 2022	(e) 2023	(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)		(a) 2019	(b) 2020	(c) 2021	(d) 2022	(e) 2023	(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.)..

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

Public support percentage for 2023 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) .........

Public support percentage from 2022 Schedule A, Part III, line 15 ...............

Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage

Investment income percentage for 2023 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) ......

Investment income percentage from 2022 Schedule A, Part III, line 17 .............

19a

33 1/3% support tests-2023. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ....... right arrow

33 1/3 % support tests—2022. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..... right arrow

Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions .... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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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

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.

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).

Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer lines 3b and 3c below.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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?

Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?

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.

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) .

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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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Part IV

Supporting Organizations (continued)

Yes

Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?

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

A family member of a person described on 11a above?

11b

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

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.

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.

Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations

Yes

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).

Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations

Yes

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?

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).

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.

Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations

Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):

The organization satisfied the Activities Test. Complete line 2 below.

The organization is the parent of each of its supported organizations. Complete line 3 below.

The organization supported a governmental entity. Describe in Part VI how you supported a government entity (see instructions)

Activities Test. Answer lines 2a and 2b below.

Yes

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.

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.

Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer lines 3a and 3b below.

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.

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.

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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Part V

Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations

Check here if the organization satisfied the Integral Part Test as a qualifying trust on Nov. 20, 1970 (explain in Part VI). See instructions. All other Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations must complete Sections A through E.

	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

Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a non-functionally-integrated Type III supporting organization (see instructions)

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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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 2023 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-2023	(iii) Distributable Amount for 2023
1 Distributable amount for 2023 from Section C, line 6
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2023 (reasonable cause required-- explain in Part VI). See instructions.
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2023:
a From 2018.......
b From 2019.......
c From 2020.......
d From 2021.......
e From 2022.......
fTotal of lines 3a through e
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years
h Applied to 2023 distributable amount
i Carryover from 2018 not applied (see instructions)
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from line 3f.
4Distributions for 2023 from Section D, line 7:
$
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years
b Applied to 2023 distributable amount
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from line 4.
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to 2023, 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 2023. 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 2024. Add lines 3j and 4c.
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2019.....
b Excess from 2020.....
c Excess from 2021.....
d Excess from 2022.....
e Excess from 2023.....

Schedule A (Form 990) (2023)

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

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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).

Facts And Circumstances Test

Return Reference	Explanation

Schedule A (Form 990) 2023

Additional Data

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Schedule B
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Schedule of Contributors

Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.

Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2023

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

501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization

Form 990-PF

501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation

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

For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or other property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II. See instructions for determining a contributor's total contributions.

Special Rules

For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 33¹/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.

For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and III.

For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Don't complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year ......... 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).

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.

Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990) (2023)

Schedule B (Form 990) (2023) Page 2

Name of organization UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY

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	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990) (2023)

Schedule B (Form 990) (2023)

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
		$
Schedule B (Form 990) (2023)

Schedule B (Form 990) (2023)

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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.) $ Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.

(a)
No. from Part I

(b) Purpose 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

(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

(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

(d) Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

Schedule B (Form 990) (2023)

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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Financial Statements

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.
right arrow

Attach to Form 990.
right arrow

Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2022

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 ........

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? ............

Yes No

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? ...................................

Yes No

Part II

Conservation Easements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.

Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).

Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or education) Preservation of an historically important land area

Protection of natural habitat Preservation of a certified historic structure

Preservation of open space

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.


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 July 25, 2006, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ...	2d

Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year right arrow

Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located right arrow

Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? ............

Yes No

Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow

Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow

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)? .............................

Yes No

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.

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.

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 ......................... right arrow

(ii)

Assets included in Form 990, Part X ............................... right arrow

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:

Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .......................... right arrow

Assets included in Form 990, Part X ............................... right arrow

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 52283D

Schedule D (Form 990) 2022

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Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)

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):

Public exhibition

Loan or exchange programs

Scholarly research

Other

Preservation for future generations

Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.

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?...

Yes No

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.

Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................

Yes No


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

Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability? ...

Yes No

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 ......

Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:

Board designated or quasi-endowment right arrow

Permanent endowment right arrow

Term endowment right arrow

The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.

Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes

(i) Unrelated organizations .................

3a(i)

(ii) Related organizations .................

3a(ii)

If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........

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 ....	364,265	228,598	135,667
e	Other .....
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..				135,667

Schedule D (Form 990) 2022

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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.)

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.)

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)RIGHT OF USE ASSET				922,665
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........				922,665

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
CUSTODIAL FUNDS	11,793
CAMPAIGN DESIGNATIONS	1,922,214
OPERATIONS PAYABLE	1,769,489
AGENCY APPROPRIATIONS	1,383,936
LEASE LIABILITIES	932,033




Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)	6,019,465
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

Schedule D (Form 990) 2022

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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	5,847,925
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	142,203
e	Add lines 2a through 2d .....................			2e	142,203
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1..................			3	5,705,722
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	1,883,177
c	Add lines 4a and 4b....................			4c	1,883,177
5	Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ......			5	7,588,899

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	5,747,924
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	142,203
e	Add lines 2a through 2d....................			2e	142,203
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1...................			3	5,605,721
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	1,883,177
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.....................			4c	1,883,177
5	Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ......			5	7,488,898

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, 2024, 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 142,203.
PART XI, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:	DONOR DESIGNATIONS 1,636,128. PROVISION FOR UNCOLLECTIBLE PLEDGES 247,049.
PART XII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:	DIRECT FUNDRAISING EXPENSE 142,203.
PART XII, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:	DONOR DESIGNATIONS 1,636,128. PROVISION FOR UNCOLLECTIBLE PLEDGES 247,049.

Schedule D (Form 990) 2022

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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 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

2023

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.

Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.

a	Mail solicitations	e	Solicitation of non-government grants
b	Internet and email solicitations	f	Solicitation of government grants
c	Phone solicitations	g	Special fundraising events
d	In-person solicitations

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?

YesNo

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)	(iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions?
	Yes	No










Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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) 2023

Page 2

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.

		(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 . . . . .	97,923	63,615	42,640	204,178
2	Less: Contributions . . . .	65,030	27,276		92,306
3	Gross income (line 1 minus line 2) . . . . . .	32,893	36,339	42,640	111,872

4	Cash prizes . . . . .
5	Noncash prizes . . . .	3,000		1,649	4,649
6	Rent/facility costs . . . .	342	2,793	10,549	13,684
7	Food and beverages . . .	15,851	2,200	2,682	20,733
8	Entertainment . . . .
9	Other direct expenses . . .	14,934	31,346	838	47,118
10	Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . .				86,184
11	Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . .				25,688

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.

		(a) Bingo	(b) Pull tabs/Instant bingo/progressive bingo	(c) Other gaming	(d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))
1	Gross revenue . . . . .

2	Cash prizes . . . . .
3	Noncash prizes . . . .
4	Rent/facility costs . . . .
5	Other direct expenses . . .

Volunteer labor . . . .

	Yes %
	No

	Yes %
	No

	Yes %
	No

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

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

Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:

Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? . . . . . . . .

YesNo

If "No," explain:

10a

Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? . . .

YesNo

If "Yes," explain:

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Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? . . . . . . . . . . .

YesNo

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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

YesNo

Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:

The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13a

An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13b

Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:

Name

Address

15a

Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming

revenue? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

YesNo

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

$ .

If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:

Name

Address

Gaming manager information:

Name

Gaming manager compensation right arrow

Description of services provided right arrow

Director/officer Employee Independent contractor

Mandatory distributions:

Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to

retain the state gaming license? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

YesNo

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.
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Attach to Form 990.
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OMB No. 1545-0047

2023

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

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? ........................

Yes No

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	(h) Purpose of grant or assistance
(1) AMERICAN FRIENDS OF JAMAICA 1697 BROADWAY STE 501 NEW YORK,NY10019	13-3115102	501(C)(3)	7,515	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(2) AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION - HEARTLAND AFFILIATE 9900 NICHOLAS ST STE 200 OMAHA,NE68114	13-5613797	501(C)(3)	7,590	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)	12,846	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(4) AMERICAN RED CROSS OF SOUTHEAST NEBRASKA CHAPTER 4600 VALLEY RD STE 300 LINCOLN,NE68510	47-0376573	501(C)(3)	32,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(5) ARC OF LINCOLN 5200 FRANCIS STREET LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0498629	501(C)(3)	7,447	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(6) ARC OF LINCOLN 5200 FRANCIS STREET LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0498629	501(C)(3)	9,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(7) ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER 144 N 44 LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0807501	501(C)(3)	7,946	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(8) ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER 144 N 44 LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0807501	501(C)(3)	23,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(9) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LINCOLN 2124 Y ST FLAT 210 LINCOLN,NE68503	47-0794732	501(C)(3)	10,522	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(10) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LINCOLN 2124 Y ST FLAT 210 LINCOLN,NE68503	47-0794732	501(C)(3)	60,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(11) BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLNLANCASTER COUNTY 620 N 48TH ST 101 LINCOLN,NE68504	20-8677226	501(C)(3)	17,361	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(12) BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLNLANCASTER COUNTY 620 N 48TH ST 101 LINCOLN,NE68504	20-8677226	501(C)(3)	30,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(13) BRAVEBE CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER 5025 GARLAND ST LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0793765	501(C)(3)	47,724	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(14) BRAVEBE CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER 5025 GARLAND ST LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0793765	501(C)(3)	75,575	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(15) BRYAN FOUNDATION 1600 S 48TH ST LINCOLN,NE685061283	23-7005720	501(C)(3)	17,906	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(16) CASA FOR LANCASTER COUNTY 1141 H ST STE C LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0833799	501(C)(3)	8,285	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(17) CASA FOR LANCASTER COUNTY 1141 H ST STE C LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0833799	501(C)(3)	24,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(18) CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA 2241 O ST LINCOLN,NE685101122	47-0751554	501(C)(3)	100,138	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(19) CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA 2241 O ST LINCOLN,NE685101122	47-0751554	501(C)(3)	61,700	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(20) CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA 2241 O ST LINCOLN,NE685101123	47-0751555	501(C)(3)	6,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(21) CAUSE COLLECTIVE 1645 N ST STE A LINCOLN,NE68508	36-3470618	501(C)(3)	20,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(22) CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES 6601 PIONEERS BLVD STE 1 LINCOLN,NE685065260	47-0551975	501(C)(3)	404,660	COMMUNITY COLLABORATION - COMMUNITY RESPONSE INITIATIVE
(23) CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES 6601 PIONEERS BLVD STE 1 LINCOLN,NE685065260	47-0551975	501(C)(3)	35,222	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(24) CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES 6601 PIONEERS BLVD STE 1 LINCOLN,NE685065260	47-0551975	501(C)(3)	255,600	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(25) CENTER FOR PEOPLE 3901 N 27TH ST UNIT 1 LINCOLN,NE685214177	06-1669552	501(C)(3)	19,685	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(26) CENTER FOR PEOPLE 3901 N 27TH ST UNIT 1 LINCOLN,NE685214177	06-1669552	501(C)(3)	33,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(27) CITY IMPACT 1035 N 33RD ST LINCOLN,NE68503	47-0800906	501(C)(3)	5,442	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(28) COMBINED HEALTH AGENCIES DRIVE (CHAD) 212 S 74TH ST STE 205 OMAHA,NE68114	23-7162972	501(C)(3)	517,831	FEDERATION % OF DOLLARS RAISED
(29) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY 210 O ST LINCOLN,NE685082322	47-0491162	501(C)(3)	10,364	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(30) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY 210 O ST LINCOLN,NE685082322	47-0491162	501(C)(3)	185,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(31) COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF LANCASTER & SAUNDERS COUNTY 210 O ST LINCOLN,NE685082322	47-0491162	501(C)(3)	7,050	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(32) ECHO COLLECTIVE 2124 Y ST STE 131 LINCOLN,NE68503	85-3689236	501(C)(3)	22,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(33) EDUCARE OF LINCOLN 3435 N 14TH ST LINCOLN,NE68521	47-1981909	501(C)(3)	16,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(34) EL CENTRO DE LAS AMERICAS 210 O ST LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0658284	501(C)(3)	24,300	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(35) FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN 501 S 7TH ST LINCOLN,NE685082920	47-0376584	501(C)(3)	8,241	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(36) FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN 501 S 7TH ST LINCOLN,NE685082920	47-0376584	501(C)(3)	74,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(37) FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 1551 S 70TH ST LINCOLN,NE68506	47-0464447	501(C)(3)	5,250	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(38) FIRST PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 2000 D ST LINCOLN,NE68502	47-0376589	501(C)(3)	22,500	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(39) FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN 1221 KINGBIRD RD LINCOLN,NE68521	47-0640293	501(C)(3)	14,550	COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
(40) FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN 1221 KINGBIRD RD LINCOLN,NE68521	47-0640293	501(C)(3)	91,716	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(41) FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN 1221 KINGBIRD RD LINCOLN,NE68521	47-0640293	501(C)(3)	41,913	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(42) FRESH START 6433 HAVELOCK AVE LINCOLN,NE685071332	36-3785810	501(C)(3)	10,462	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(43) FRESH START 6433 HAVELOCK AVE LINCOLN,NE685071332	36-3785810	501(C)(3)	35,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(44) FRIENDSHIP HOME OF LINCOLN INC PO BOX 85358 LINCOLN,NE685015358	47-0619855	501(C)(3)	40,539	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(45) FRIENDSHIP HOME OF LINCOLN INC PO BOX 85358 LINCOLN,NE685015358	47-0619855	501(C)(3)	80,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(46) GIVE NEBRASKA 3800 VERMASS PL STE 200 LINCOLN,NE68502	36-3431222	501(C)(3)	199,485	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(47) GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER 2617 Y ST LINCOLN,NE685031750	20-0391739	501(C)(3)	49,343	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(48) GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER 2617 Y ST LINCOLN,NE685031750	20-0391739	501(C)(3)	6,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(49) HOOKER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PO BOX 112 MULLEN,NE69152	47-0816509	501(C)(3)	7,000	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(50) HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 4700 S FOLSOM ST LINCOLN,NE685239331	47-0528526	501(C)(3)	6,040	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(51) HOPESPOKE 2444 O ST LINCOLN,NE685101125	47-0398819	501(C)(3)	16,327	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(52) HOPESPOKE 2444 O ST LINCOLN,NE685101125	47-0398819	501(C)(3)	135,280	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(53) THE HUB - CENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS 1037 S 12TH ST LINCOLN,NE685083220	20-8008617	501(C)(3)	56,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(54) LEAGUE OF HUMAN DIGNITY INC 1701 P ST LINCOLN,NE685081741	23-7180481	501(C)(3)	7,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(55) LEGAL AID OF NEBRASKA 941 O ST STE 325 LINCOLN,NE685083649	47-0483506	501(C)(3)	5,936	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(56) LEGAL AID OF NEBRASKA 941 O ST STE 325 LINCOLN,NE685083649	47-0483506	501(C)(3)	21,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(57) LIGHTHOUSE 2601 N ST LINCOLN,NE685021244	36-3656310	501(C)(3)	20,304	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(58) LIGHTHOUSE 2601 N ST LINCOLN,NE685021244	36-3656310	501(C)(3)	91,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(59) LINCOLN CHAMBER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 1128 LINCOLN MALL LINCOLN,NE68508	47-6036618	501(C)(6)	15,000	COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
(60) LINCOLN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 215 CENTENNIAL MALL S STE 100 LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0458128	501(C)(3)	27,250	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(61) LINCOLN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 215 CENTENNIAL MALL S STE 100 LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0458128	501(C)(3)	7,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(62) LINCOLN LITERACY 1023 LINCOLN MALL STE 104 LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0655582	501(C)(3)	8,921	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(63) LINCOLN LITERACY 1023 LINCOLN MALL STE 104 LINCOLN,NE68508	47-0655582	501(C)(3)	22,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(64) LINCOLN MEDICAL EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP 4600 VALLEY RD STE 225 LINCOLN,NE685104892	47-0553011	501(C)(3)	23,640	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(65) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS PO BOX 82889 LINCOLN,NE68501	47-6006955	GOVERNMENT	271,624	COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
(66) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS PO BOX 82889 LINCOLN,NE68501	47-6006955	GOVERNMENT	35,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(67) LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS-TWO GENERATION FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAM PO BOX 82889 LINCOLN,NE68501	47-6006955	GOVERNMENT	14,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(68) LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES OF NEBRASKA INC 2301 O ST LINCOLN,NE68510	23-7267972	501(C)(3)	21,648	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(69) LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES OF NEBRASKA INC 2301 O ST LINCOLN,NE68510	23-7267972	501(C)(3)	12,640	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(70) LUX CENTER FOR THE ARTS 2601 N 48TH ST LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0629528	501(C)(3)	6,781	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(71) LUX CENTER FOR THE ARTS 2601 N 48TH ST LINCOLN,NE68504	47-0629528	501(C)(3)	11,601	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(72) MALCOLM YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATION PO BOX 95 MALCOLM,NE68402	26-1128729	501(C)(3)	5,519	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(73) MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER 2032 U ST LINCOLN,NE685032955	47-0376577	501(C)(3)	14,430	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(74) MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER 2032 U ST LINCOLN,NE685032955	47-0376577	501(C)(3)	32,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(75) MATT TALBOT KITCHEN & OUTREACH INC PO BOX 80935 LINCOLN,NE685010935	36-3945814	501(C)(3)	47,978	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(76) MATT TALBOT KITCHEN & OUTREACH INC PO BOX 80935 LINCOLN,NE685010935	36-3945814	501(C)(3)	30,400	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(77) MOURNING HOPE GRIEF CENTER 1311 S FOLSOM ST LINCOLN,NE68522	47-0782915	501(C)(3)	23,691	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(78) MOURNING HOPE GRIEF CENTER 1311 S FOLSOM ST LINCOLN,NE68522	47-0782915	501(C)(3)	21,440	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(79) NEBRASKA ART ASSOCIATION 12TH R ST LINCOLN,NE68508	47-6026671	501(C)(3)	15,390	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(80) NEBRASKA LUTHERAN OUTDOOR MINISTRIES 27415 RANCH RD LINCOLN,NE68003	47-0488319	501(C)(3)	6,000	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(81) NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY 5000 SAINT PAUL AVE LINCOLN,NE685042760	47-0376524	501(C)(3)	7,935	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(82) NEIGHBORHOODS INC (NEIGHBORWORKS) 2530 Q ST LINCOLN,NE68503	36-3430278	501(C)(3)	7,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(83) NORTHEAST FAMILY CENTER 6220 LOGAN AVE LINCOLN,NE685071247	91-1787068	501(C)(3)	25,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(84) NORTHEAST FAMILY CENTER 6220 LOGAN AVE LINCOLN,NE685071247	91-1787068	501(C)(3)	6,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST - IMPACT INITIATIVE
(85) PEOPLE'S CITY MISSION PO BOX 80636 LINCOLN,NE685010636	47-0376896	501(C)(3)	60,957	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(86) PEOPLE'S CITY MISSION PO BOX 80636 LINCOLN,NE685010636	47-0376896	501(C)(3)	9,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(87) PIUS X FOUNDATION 6000 A ST LINCOLN,NE685105005	23-7074428	501(C)(3)	8,584	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(88) PREGNANCY CENTER 111 PIAZZA TER LINCOLN,NE68510	47-0662813	501(C)(3)	5,541	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(89) THE SALVATION ARMY LINCOLN NEBRASKA 2625 POTTER ST LINCOLN,NE685031053	36-2167910	501(C)(3)	10,418	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(90) THE SALVATION ARMY LINCOLN NEBRASKA 2625 POTTER ST LINCOLN,NE685031053	36-2167910	501(C)(3)	76,000	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(91) SHORT NOSES AND FRIENDS UNITED RESCUE 2938 AVE F COUNCIL BLUFFS,IA51501	46-3477797	501(C)(3)	6,312	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(92) ST MARK'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8550 PIONEERS BLVD LINCOLN,NE685201306	47-0498358	501(C)(3)	12,000	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(93) ST MONICA'S LIFE CHANGING RECOVERY FOR WOMEN 120 WEDGEWOOD DR LINCOLN,NE685102431	47-0490169	501(C)(3)	19,659	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(94) ST MONICA'S LIFE CHANGING RECOVERY FOR WOMEN 120 WEDGEWOOD DR LINCOLN,NE685102431	47-0490169	501(C)(3)	34,425	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(95) ST PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH OF LINCOLN 4500 DUXHALL DR LINCOLN,NE68516	47-0738138	501(C)(3)	10,510	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(96) SOUTHWOOD LUTHERAN CHURCH 4301 WILDERNESS HILLS BLVD LINCOLN,NE68516	47-0576864	501(C)(3)	6,600	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(97) TEAMMATES OF LINCOLN PO BOX 82889 LINCOLN,NE685012889	90-0057598	501(C)(3)	28,318	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(98) TEAMMATES OF LINCOLN PO BOX 82889 LINCOLN,NE685012889	90-0057598	501(C)(3)	58,803	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(99) VOICES OF HOPE LINCOLN INC 2545 N ST LINCOLN,NE685101250	47-0726814	501(C)(3)	24,426	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(100) VOICES OF HOPE LINCOLN INC 2545 N ST LINCOLN,NE685101250	47-0726814	501(C)(3)	77,400	PROGRAM OPERATING COST
(101) WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER 1245 S FOLSOM ST LINCOLN,NE685221257	47-0635271	501(C)(3)	22,186	DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT
(102) WILLARD COMMUNITY CENTER 1245 S FOLSOM ST LINCOLN,NE685221257	47-0635271	501(C)(3)	28,500	PROGRAM OPERATING COST

Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................. Bullet Image

Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image

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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.

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ALLOCATIONS: AGENCIES MUST BE LEGAL 501C3 ORGANIZATIONS SERVING LINCOLN/LANCASTER COUNTY AND AGREE TO FOLLOW UNITED WAY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. THEY MUST SUBMIT AN AUDIT WHICH INCLUDES A STATEMENT OF FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES BY PROGRAM AND A FORM 990. AGENCIES MUST ALSO VERIFY COMLIANCE 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. COMMUNITY IMPACT VOLUNTEERS REVIEW THE APPLICATIONS WHICH REQUIRE CLIENT OUTCOMES AND INDICATORS MEASURING THE CHANGE IN BEHAVIOR OR SKILL FOR CLIENTS BEING SERVED. DEMOGRAPHIC DATA ENSURES SERVICES REACH CLIENTS HAVING THE GREATEST NEED. UNITED WAY'S AUDIT REVIEW TEAM IS COMPOSED OF LOCAL CPAS WHO REVIEW AGENCY AUDITS AND 990S LOOKING FOR OVERALL STABILITY AND ABILITY TO MONITOR THE ALLOCATIONS OF DONOR DOLLARS. AGENCIES ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT SEMI-ANNUAL REPORTS REFLECTING THE PROGRESS OF THE FUNDED PROGRAM. THE FINAL REPORT PROVIDES AN UPDATE OF THE OUTCOMES ACHIEVED. DONOR DESIGNATIONS: ORGANIZATIONS 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 501C3 NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION AND VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE PATRIOT ACT.

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Schedule J
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Compensation Information

For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
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Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
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Attach to Form 990.
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Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY

Employer identification number

47-0376624

Part I

Questions Regarding Compensation

Yes

Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed on Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.

First-class or charter travel Housing allowance or residence for personal use

Travel for companions Payments for business use of personal residence

Tax idemnification and gross-up payments Health or social club dues or initiation fees

Discretionary spending account Personal services (e.g., maid, chauffeur, chef)

If any of the boxes on Line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain .....

Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked on Line 1a? ....

Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.

Compensation committee Written employment contract

Independent compensation consultant Compensation survey or study

Form 990 of other organizations Approval by the board or compensation committee

During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:

Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? .............

Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........

Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........

If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.

Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.

For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:

The organization? ....................

Any related organization? .......................

If "Yes," on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:

The organization? ..................

Any related organization? ......................

If "Yes," on line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any nonfixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............

Were any amounts reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III ..........................

If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................

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Part II

Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.

For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.

(A) Name and Title		(B) Breakdown of W-2, 1099-MISC compensation, and/or 1099-NEC			(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)	(F) Compensation in column (B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990
(A) Name and Title		(i) Base compensation	(ii) Bonus & incentive compensation	(iii) Other reportable compensation	(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)
1MEAGAN LIESVELD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR	(i) (ii)	144,608 ------------- 0	0 ------------- 0	0 ------------- 0	8,700 ------------- 0	9,841 ------------- 0	163,149 ------------- 0	0 ------------- 0

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Part III

Supplemental Information

Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II. Also complete this part for any additional information.

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Schedule J (Form 990) 2023

Additional Data

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SCHEDULE M
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Noncash Contributions

Complete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
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OMB No. 1545-0047

2023

Open to Public Inspection

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 ( ADVERTISING )	X	10	103,184	FAIR MARKET VALUE
26 Other ( HELPING HANDS AUCTION )	X	400	33,485	FAIR MARKET VALUE
27 Other ( RELOCATION )	X	0	20,522	FAIR MARKET VALUE
28 Other ( GOLF EVENTS )	X	3	2,675	FAIR MARKET VALUE
Other ( WINGFEST EVENT )	X	13	2,150	FAIR MARKET VALUE
Other ( OFFICE SUPPLIES )	X	1	470	FAIR MARKET VALUE
Other ( CAMPAIGN SUPPLIES )	X	1	190	FAIR MARKET VALUE

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

Yes

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

If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.

Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any nonstandard contributions?

Yes

32a

Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash

contributions? ..........................

32a

Yes

If "Yes," describe in Part II.

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.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

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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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Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2023

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization

UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER
COUNTY

Employer identification number

47-0376624

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FORM 990, PART III, LINE 2	AGENCY CAPACITY BUILDING: THIS PROJECT RECEIVED A $20,000 ALLOCATION TO SUPPORT CAPACITY BUILDING FOR NONPROFITS SERVING THE LINCOLN COMMUNITY. CAUSE COLLECTIVE, THE GRANT RECIPIENT, WILL FOCUS ON STRENGTHENING NONPROFITS THROUGH COLLABORATION, EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY. THE ORGANIZATION ACTS AS A CENTRAL HUB FOR INFORMATION SHARING, OFFERS TRAINING TO HELP NONPROFITS OPERATE MORE EFFICIENTLY, AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF NONPROFITS WORKING TO BUILD A MORE SUPPORTIVE AND RESILIENT COMMUNITY. VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT: UNITED WAY'S CORPORATE COMMUNITY PARTNERED WITH UNITED WAY TO INVOLVE EMPLOYEES IN GIVING BACK THROUGH MEANINGFUL VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES. EMPLOYEES PARTICIPATED IN PACKING HYGIENE, LITERACY, AND SCHOOL SUPPLY KITS, WHICH WERE DISTRIBUTED TO CHILDREN AND ADULTS IN NEED. CORPORATE DONATIONS PROVIDED $7,351 TO SUPPORT THESE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKPLACE, HELPING TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN THE COMMUNITY. TRANSPORTATION INITIATIVE: $4,645 WAS ALLOCATED TO ADDRESS TRANSPORTATION NEEDS OF LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN THE LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY COMMUNITY. DOLLARS WILL HELP PROVIDE FREE RIDES TO DESTINATIONS SUCH AS JOBS, MEDICAL AND LEGAL APPOINTMENTS, SCHOOLS, AND GROCERY STORES. THIS WORK SEEKS TO REMOVE TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS FOR MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY.
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 PROVIDES PROGRAMMING FOR REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT YOUTH AT SEVERAL HIGH SCHOOLS AND MIDDLE SCHOOLS, FOCUSED ON BUILDING DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS THROUGH ONE-TO-ONE, HOLISTIC MENTORING AND CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES. YOUTH ENGAGE IN ENRICHING SOCIAL EXPERIENCES AND DEVELOP RELATIONSHIPS WITH CARING ADULTS THROUGH ROUTINE CONTACT WITH ACCC STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE: 1) LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL TO SUPPORT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NAVIGATING ACADEMICS AND PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE; 2) YEZIDI CLUB TO PROVIDE MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL YEZIDI YOUTH SPACE TO BUILD COMMUNITY AND PRESERVE THEIR CULTURE; 3) UNTOLD MIGRANT STORIES TO TEACH YOUTH DIGITAL MEDIA SKILLS AND PROVIDE OUTLETS TO SHARE THEIR STORIES WITH THE COMMUNITY; 4) YOUTH LEADERSHIP/CULTURE CLUBS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO ENGAGE WITH THEIR OWN AND OTHERS' CULTURES; 5) CAMP CULTURE IS A WEEK-LONG SUMMER CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YOUTH ABOUT A VARIETY OF CULTURES FOUND IN NEBRASKA. ACCC STAFF STRENGTHEN CONNECTIONS WITH FAMILIES AND SCHOOLS WHILE PROMOTING SOCIAL WELL-BEING AND HELPING TEACH LIFE AND COPING SKILLS TO YOUTH. WHILE SUPPORTING ACADEMIC SUCCESS IS IMPORTANT, THESE PROGRAMS ALSO OFFER YOUTH A PLACE WHERE THEY FEEL SAFE TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES AND WHERE THEIR CULTURAL IDENTITY IS UNDERSTOOD AND CELEBRATED. THESE PROGRAMS DO THIS BY HELPING YOUTH ENGAGE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES THROUGH SHOWCASE EVENTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $15,000. THE ARC OF LINCOLN: YOUTH PROGRAMS + WORKS WITH YOUTH WHO HAVE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (I/DD) AND THEIR FAMILIES TO ENSURE THEY HAVE THE BEST POSSIBLE OUTCOMES. YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE ENSURED ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY SERVICES AND RESOURCES. FAMILIES ARE PROVIDED ASSISTANCE TO UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENT SYSTEMS, TREATMENTS, THERAPIES, SERVICES AND RESOURCES THAT CAN PRODUCE THE BEST OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN AT EACH STEP IN THEIR DEVELOPMENT. INCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED TO YOUTH TO HAVE MEANINGFUL INTERACTIONS WITH PEERS, ADULTS AND THEIR COMMUNITY. GRANT AMOUNT - $9,000. BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LINCOLN: COMMUNITY BASED MENTORING PROGRAM OPERATES UNDER THE BELIEF THAT INHERENT IN EVERY CHILD IS THE ABILITY TO SUCCEED AND THRIVE IN LIFE. THE COMMUNITY-BASED MENTORING PROGRAM SERVES CHILDREN AGES 7-19, CONNECTING YOUTH "LITTLES" WITH CARING ADULT MENTORS "BIGS" TO HELP YOUTH THRIVE THROUGH MENTORSHIP. MENTORS ARE OFTEN ONE OF THE ONLY HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS AND POSITIVE, IMPACTFUL FRIENDSHIPS THAT EXIST IN THE LITTLES' LIVES. THE PROGRAM SERVES YOUTH FROM ALL ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS AND VALUES DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION THROUGH INCLUSIVE MENTORING SERVICES. FAMILIES ARE CONNECTED TO INFORMATION ON WRAPAROUND SERVICES, SUCH AS PARENTING CLASSES AND GROUP THERAPY, AS NEEDED. THE 50-YEAR-OLD COMMUNITY-BASED MENTORING SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL IS A NATIONAL, EVIDENCE-BASED PROGRAM, PROVIDING STRONG, ENDURING, PROFESSIONALLY SUPPORTED MATCH RELATIONSHIPS WITH MEASURABLE IMPACT. IN-DEPTH SCREENING AND TRAINING IS PROVIDED FOR ALL MENTORS, ALONG WITH, MONTHLY CASE MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT TO CHILDREN/FAMILIES TO ESTABLISH A MEANINGFUL MATCH TAILORED TO THE NEEDS OF YOUNG CHILDREN. THE YEAR-ROUND, COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMMING SETS THIS PROGRAM APART FROM OTHER SITE-BASED MENTORING AGENCIES BY ENABLING THEM TO IMPACT CHILDREN OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM AND SUPPORT YOUTH YEAR-ROUND. YOUTH WHO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROGRAM ACHIEVE ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT, AND DEVELOP BETTER RELATIONSHIPS WITH THEIR PEERS AND FAMILY, AND BECOME LESS LIKELY TO ENGAGE IN DRUGS AND ALCOHOL. GRANT AMOUNT - $60,000. BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF LINCOLN/LANCASTER COUNTY: POWER HOUR & PROJECT LEARN PROGRAM PROVIDES UNDERSERVED YOUTH WITH ACCESS TO HIGH-IMPACT AND HIGH-QUALITY, BEFORE AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS SUCH AS STE[A]M, FINANCIAL LITERACY, HOMEWORK HELP, TUTORING, MENTORING, SUMMER LEARNING LOSS PREVENTION, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP. WHILE YOUTH ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED AT THE CLUB, FAMILIES CAN REST ASSURED KNOWING THAT THEY ALSO RECEIVE A HOT, NUTRITIOUS MEAL, PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, AND HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION. 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. CEDARS CLCS COLLABORATE WITH CLINTON AND HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL SERVICES TO MEET STUDENT NEEDS. AS PART OF THE LINCOLN CLC INITIATIVE, CEDARS FULLY SUPPORTS AND WORKS TO MEET THESE SHARED GOALS: 1) IMPROVE STUDENT LEARNING AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, 2) STRENGTHEN AND SUPPORT FAMILIES, AND 3) STRENGTHEN AND ENGAGE NEIGHBORHOODS. A BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COMPONENT IS AVAILABLE IN THE CORE PROGRAM TO IMPROVE BEHAVIOR AT SCHOOL AND HOME, TO ENHANCE 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 - $52,000. 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: ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAM OFFERS DAILY INSTRUCTION FOR NEW AMERICANS AND OTHER ADULTS TO HELP THEM IMPROVE THEIR SPOKEN OR WRITTEN ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY, WHILE ALSO RECEIVING SUPPORT IN ADAPTING TO AMERICAN CULTURE, PREPARING FOR THE CITIZENSHIP EXAM, ETC. CLASSES MEET MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FOR TWO HOURS EACH DAY AND OFFER THREE LEVELS OF INSTRUCTION, ADDRESSING INTRODUCTORY LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, BASIC EDUCATION, AND SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY PROFICIENCIES. CLASSROOM DISCUSSIONS INCORPORATE TOPICS LIKE JOB SKILLS, EXPERIENCES, AND INTERESTS, AS WELL AS PRACTICE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES. THROUGH INDIVIDUALIZED COURSEWORK, LEARNERS ADVANCE AT THEIR OWN PACE, WITH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND FLUENCY MEASURED AT SIX-WEEK INTERVALS TO SUPPORT THEIR PROGRESS. THE PROGRAM USES A CENTER FOR APPLIED LINGUISTICS-INFORMED CURRICULUM THAT DRAWS UPON THE TEACHING EXPERTISE AND LIVED EXPERIENCES OF THE ELL INSTRUCTORS (WHO ARE PREDOMINANTLY NEW AMERICANS, THEMSELVES). WHILE THIS APPROACH HAS PROVEN SUCCESSFUL FOR MANY ELL LEARNERS THROUGH THE YEARS, TO ENSURE THE PROGRAM'S CLASSROOM SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL REFLECTS CURRENT INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES, THE CENTER IS WORKING WITH PEER ELL PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY TO IDENTIFY A SINGLE, EVIDENCE-BASED CURRICULUM THAT WOULD CONTINUE TO SUPPORT FLEXIBLE, INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION FOR LEARNERS WHILE ALSO ESTABLISHING MORE CONCRETE, ACADEMICALLY RIGOROUS PLANNING SUPPORTS FOR INSTRUCTORS. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. 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, 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 - $90,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE:	EDUCARE LINCOLN: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION: EMPOWERING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FOR SUCCESS UTILIZES RESEARCH FROM EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT, EDUCATION, AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT TO SUPPORT CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO AGE FIVE. THE PROGRAM FEATURES FOUR CORE COMPONENTS: DATA-DRIVEN INSTRUCTION, ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EDUCATORS, HIGH QUALITY TEACHING PRACTICES, AND STRONG FAMILY PARTNERSHIPS. THESE ELEMENTS WORK TOGETHER TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE EARLY EDUCATION AND SUPPORT TO UNDER-RESOURCED FAMILIES IN LINCOLN, PREPARING CHILDREN FOR KINDERGARTEN AND LONG-TERM SUCCESS. GRANT AMOUNT - $16,000. 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 - $6,500. THE HUBCENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS: LINCOLN EDUCATION OUTREACH (LEO) PROGRAM LINCOLN EDUCATION OUTREACH (LEO) IS AN INTERVENTION AND SUPPORTIVE ACADEMIC PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE NOT ON TRACK TO GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL, WHO ARE IDENTIFIED AS HABITUALLY TRUANT, HIGH SCHOOL DROP OUTS, OR AT-RISK OF ENTERING OR RE-ENTERING THE JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM DUE TO LACK OF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT. LEO HAS FOUR COMPONENTS OF SERVICE DELIVERY: 1) GED PREPARATION CLASSES/ACADEMIC SUPPORT 2) HIGH SCHOOL RE-ENGAGEMENT/TRUANCY PREVENTION 3) POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL PURSUIT OR CAREER SKILL DEVELOPMENT 4) EMPLOYMENT READINESS TRAINING. LEO SERVES INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE CONSIDERED 'TRANSITIONAL AGED' - YOUNG ADULTS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16-24 ARE CALLED 'TRANSITIONAL' BECAUSE THEY ARE AT A PINNACLE POINT IN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AS THEY BEGIN TRANSITIONING FROM CHILDHOOD TO ADULTHOOD. THIS IS A DIFFICULT STAGE FOR MOST PEOPLE, HOWEVER YOUNG PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENT BARRIERS FACE UNIQUE CHALLENGES THAT HINDER THEIR PROGRESS TOWARD BECOMING PRODUCTIVE ADULTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $32,500. THE HUBCENTRAL ACCESS POINT FOR YOUNG ADULTS: YOUTH AND COMMUNITY TOGETHER (YOUTHACT) SERVES YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN WHO ARE STUDENT PARENTS AT LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS 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 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 ALSO 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 SHOWS 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 - $74,000. 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 LIGHTHOUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM RECEIVE SERVICES, OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORTS, WHICH BENEFIT THEM IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS: YOUTH FEEL SAFE AT LIGHTHOUSE; PARTICIPANTS ARE PROMOTED TO THE NEXT GRADE LEVEL, GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL OR EARN A G.E.D.; AND PARTICIPANTS DO NOT ENGAGE IN CRIMINAL OR ILLEGAL BEHAVIOR. LIGHTHOUSE PARTICIPANTS THAT GRADUATE HAVE THE SKILLS NECESSARY TO PURSUE HIGHER EDUCATION, VOCATIONAL TRAINING OR MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT. LIGHTHOUSE PARTICIPANTS ALSO LEARN ABOUT CAREER AND POST HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION/TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES. GRANT AMOUNT - $17,500. 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 - $11,601. MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER: EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFERS A MONTESSORI-INSPIRED, NEIGHBORHOOD-BASED EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-5. PARTICIPANTS ENGAGE IN ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL AND COGNITIVE SKILLS, AS WELL AS INDEPENDENCE, PREPARING THEM FOR SCHOOL IN A FUN YET STRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT. DAILY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE FREE PLAY, CIRCLE TIME, OUTDOOR TIME, MUSIC AND MOVEMENT, AND SMALL GROUP SESSIONS FOCUSED ON LITERACY, MATH, SCIENCE, AND ART. A TWO-HOUR NAP/QUIET TIME IS ALSO INCLUDED, AND PARTICIPANTS ARE PROVIDED WITH A NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND SNACK. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER: OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAM SERVES YOUTH AGES 5-13, FOCUSING ON CHILDREN FROM LOW-INCOME, CULTURALLY, AND ETHNICALLY DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS. OPERATING MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, THE PROGRAM PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION FROM SCHOOL TO THE MALONE CENTER, WHERE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE ACADEMIC SUPPORT, STRUCTURED RECREATION, ARTS, CRAFTS, NUTRITION EDUCATION, AND CULTURAL AWARENESS. ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES INCLUDE HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE AND ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING IN READING, WRITING, AND MATH. THE CENTER IS OPEN ALL DAY ON MOST OUT-OF-SCHOOL DAYS AND DURING SCHOOL BREAKS, OFFERING A NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND SNACK TO PARTICIPANTS. GRANT AMOUNT - $20,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE:	MALONE COMMUNITY CENTER: MATERNAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAM ADDRESSES DISPARITIES IN BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH BY OFFERING INCLUSIVE AND CULTURALLY COMPETENT CARE. THE PROGRAM SUPPORTS BLACK, INDIGENOUS, AND PEOPLE OF COLOR (BIPOC) FAMILIES WITH PRE- AND POST-NATAL CARE THROUGH A DOULA PROGRAM, BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP, AND EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES. A BIPOC CARE TEAM PROVIDES SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TO PARENTS AND FAMILY MEMBERS, HELPS MEET BASIC NEEDS, AND COORDINATES ACCESS TO COMMUNITY RESOURCES. DOULA SCHOLARSHIPS ENABLE ADULTS TO BECOME CERTIFIED AND OFFER PAID SERVICES. THE PROGRAM FOCUSES ON EDUCATION, SUPPORT, AND CLIENT SERVICES DURING PREGNANCY AND UP TO A YEAR AFTER CHILDBIRTH. GRANT AMOUNT - $7,000. 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 - $25,500. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM/FINE ARTS ACADEMY PROVIDES A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR AT-RISK YOUTH DURING AFTER-SCHOOL HOURS, ON SATURDAYS, AND THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER. STAFF AND VOLUNTEER TUTORS OFFER EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT, HELPING STUDENTS WITH SCHOOLWORK AND HOMEWORK COMPLETION. THE PROGRAM TEACHES YOUTH IMPORTANT LIFE SKILLS SUCH AS HEALTHY EATING, ANTI-TOBACCO EDUCATION, MATH, SCIENCE, ART, AND OTHER RECREATIONAL AND SKILL-BUILDING ACTIVITIES. THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY OFFERS FREE MUSIC EDUCATION AND INSTRUMENTS TO LOW-INCOME FAMILIES, FOSTERING SKILLS LIKE MATH, TEAMWORK, DISCIPLINE, CREATIVITY, SOCIAL SKILLS, ORGANIZATION, PATIENCE, AND SELF-EXPRESSION. GRANT AMOUNT - $25,000. TEAMMATES OF LINCOLN: TEAMMATES MENTORING PROGRAM OF LINCOLN SERVES STUDENTS IN GRADES 3-12 IN LINCOLN PUBLIC AND PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS. THIS INCLUDES ALL TITLE 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 - $21,000. 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 - $7,500.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4B, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE:	THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS WERE AWARDED GRANTS IN THIS FOCUS AREA: BRAVEBE CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER: DIRECT SERVICES TO CHILD VICTIMS OF ABUSE FOLLOWS EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOLS TO ADDRESS ABUSE BY PROVIDING INTERVENTION AFTER DISCLOSURE. 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, AND; PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION. GRANT AMOUNT - $75,575. 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 WHILE THEY ARE IN JUVENILE COURT. VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE A VOICE FOR CHILDREN IN THE COURT SYSTEM; EXPEDITE PERMANENCY; PROVIDE REFERRALS FOR NEEDED SERVICES; AND HELP ENSURE THAT CHILDREN HAVE SAFE PERMANENT HOMES. NEBRASKA'S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM CONTINUES TO BE IN DISARRAY DUE TO POLICY SHIFTS AND CASE WORKER TURNOVERS. CASA PROVIDES ADVOCACY SERVICES TO APPROXIMATELY 40% OF CHILDREN ELIGIBLE FOR A CASA VOLUNTEER. CASA'S GOAL IS TO ADVOCATE FOR ALL CHILDREN REFERRED TO THEIR PROGRAM. GRANT AMOUNT - $24,000. CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA: ST. GIANNA WOMEN'S HOMES PROGRAM PROVIDES DIRECT ASSISTANCE TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. ST. GIANNA'S OFFERS A RANGE OF SERVICES FOR WOMEN FLEEING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND OTHER FORMS OF ABUSE AND CONTROL INCLUDING A 24-UNIT LONG-TERM HOUSING COMPLEX. THESE FULLY FURNISHED UNITS 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, CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA 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 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. HOME BRING 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 - $68,600. 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 SERVICES 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 CRITICAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVOR SERVICES IN THE LINCOLN/LANCASTER AREA. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES CONFIDENTIAL EMERGENCY SHELTER, TRANSITIONAL HOUSING, RAPID REHOUSING, AND TRAUMA-INFORMED SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THEIR CHILDREN. THROUGHOUT THE YEARS, FRIENDSHIP HOME (FH) HAS GROWN TO MEET THE INCREASED DEMAND FOR SAFE SHELTER AND SUPPORT. CURRENT SERVICES INCLUDE 12 SINGLE-FAMILY SHELTERS (APARTMENTS), AN 8-BEDROOM COMMUNAL SHELTER, A SERVICE CENTER, AND 19 TRANSITIONAL HOUSING UNITS. FH USES A SURVIVOR-CENTERED AND TRAUMA-INFORMED DELIVERY MODEL, WHICH BUILDS ON THE UNIQUE STRENGTHS OF EACH SURVIVOR. THROUGH THIS SERVICE MODEL, FH PROMOTES RESILIENCY BY USING SAFETY AS THE FOUNDATION AND EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY NAVIGATION TO INCREASE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS' ABILITY TO PLAN FOR THEIR FUTURE SAFETY. ON ANY GIVEN DAY OF OPERATION, FH HAS DAILY CASELOADS OF 122 VICTIMS SHELTERED AND A DAILY AVERAGE OF 32 WAITING FOR SHELTER. FH STAFF ENGAGE IMMEDIATELY WITH SURVIVORS FROM THE FIRST POINT OF CONTACT, ACROSS THE CONTINUUM OF SHELTER AND SERVICES. FH USES A STRENGTH-BASED APPROACH THAT EMPOWERS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS TO LEARN NEW STRATEGIES FOR SAFETY, AND BUILD INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT SYSTEMS THROUGH COMMUNITY NAVIGATION. GRANT AMOUNT - $80,000. 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 - $135,280. 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 - $14,000.
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 OTHER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AGENCIES TO OFFER FAMILIES PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENTS/SCREENINGS AT NO CHARGE WHEN OUT-OF-SCHOOL INTERVENTIONS ARE NECESSARY. GRANT AMOUNT - $23,640. 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 - $12,640. 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 - $21,440. 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. 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:	THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS WERE AWARDED GRANTS IN THIS FOCUS AREA: AMERICAN RED CROSS OF SOUTHEAST NEBRASKA CHAPTER: DISASTER SERVICES: READINESS, PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY PROGRAM PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER HOME FIRES, FLOODS, TORNADOES, AND OTHER DISASTER EMERGENCIES; MOST OF WHICH ARE HOME FIRES. READINESS: THE RED CROSS OPERATES A 24-HOUR HOTLINE TO SERVE ALL COUNTIES IN NEBRASKA. DISASTER RELIEF SUPPLIES ARE STORED IN STRATEGIC LOCATIONS ALONG WITH FLEET VEHICLES AND APPOINTED ON-CALL VOLUNTEERS. SUPPLIES INCLUDE COTS, BLANKETS, HYGIENE ITEMS (TOOTHBRUSH, SHAMPOO, DEODORANT ETC.) AND CLEAN-UP KITS (MOPS, BROOMS, BLEACH, ETC.). PREPAREDNESS: RED CROSS OUTREACH ACTIVITIES TARGET VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES TO HELP FAMILIES PREVENT AND PREPARE FOR DISASTERS BY PROVIDING HOME FIRE SAFETY EDUCATION AND SMOKE ALARM INSTALLATIONS. RESPONSE: SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS DURING AFTERMATH OF DISASTERS INCLUDES PROVISIONS FOR SAFE SHELTER, FOOD, CLOTHING AND OTHER BASIC NEEDS FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO BEGIN THE RECOVERY PROCESS. RECOVERY: IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE, COMMUNICATION AND FOLLOW-UP CASEWORK ASSURES THAT URGENT NEEDS ARE FULFILLED, AND THEY ARE ON THE ROAD TO RECOVERY AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS RESPOND DAY OR NIGHT, 365 DAYS A YEAR TO PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE CARE, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF DISASTERS IN LANCASTER COUNTY. GRANT AMOUNT - $32,500. 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 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, CENTER FOR PEOPLE, GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER, AND COUNTY GENERAL ASSISTANCE TO ACHIEVE THESE GOALS. GRANT AMOUNT - $8,000. 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 - $33,000. CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEBRASKA: FOOD MARKET AND MEAL SERVICE 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 - $12,500. 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 - $35,000. 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 - $10,000. CENTER FOR PEOPLE: NEIGHBORHOOD FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM PROVIDES FOOD-INSECURE PARTICIPANTS WITH FRESH PRODUCE, BAKED GOODS, MEATS, CANNED ITEMS, ETC. TO MEET THE NUTRITIONAL NEEDS OF THEIR HOUSEHOLD. DISTRIBUTIONS ARE HELD EACH WEEKDAY FROM 10:00 A.M. UNTIL 1:00 P.M., WITH A SECOND DISTRIBUTION ON TUESDAYS FROM 3:00 5:00 P.M. PARTICIPANTS USE A GROCERY CART TO NAVIGATE THE DISTRIBUTION LINE AND MAKE THEIR OWN SELECTIONS FROM AVAILABLE ITEMS. PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE PHYSICALLY UNABLE TO DO SO ARE ASSISTED BY A PROGRAM STAFF PERSON OR VOLUNTEER. THE VARIETY AND QUANTITY OF STOCKED FOODS VARIES FROM DAY TO DAY, DEPENDING ON WHAT WAS AVAILABLE FROM COLLABORATING AGENCY FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN. AS RESOURCES ALLOW, THE CENTER SUPPLEMENTS THESE ITEMS WITH THE PURCHASE OF GROCERY STORE-QUALITY FRESH PRODUCE. GRANT AMOUNT - $28,500. 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 - $15,000.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4C, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE:	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 ASKEDANYONE 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 - $15,000. ECHO COLLECTIVE: THE REFINERY PROGRAM PROVIDES REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT WOMEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO ACHIEVE ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE AND BUILD SOCIAL CAPITAL THROUGH BUSINESS EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL MENTORSHIPS. THE REFINERY PROGRAM HAS FOUR PILLARS: 1) ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER FOCUSED PROGRAMMING, 2) COMMUNITY-DRIVEN CURRICULUM, 3) PROFESSIONAL MENTORSHIPS AND 4) CONTINUOUS SUPPORT. ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER PILLAR FOCUSES ON WOMEN WHO CAN COMMUNICATE IN ENGLISH AT AN INTERMEDIATE LEVEL. COMMUNITY-DRIVEN CURRICULUM UNDERSTANDS THAT COMMUNITY INVESTMENT IS INTEGRAL TO THE SUCCESS OF BOTH A PROGRAM AND A PERSON. PROFESSIONAL MENTORSHIPS APPRECIATES SPECIFIED KNOWLEDGE THAT IS CONTAINED WITHIN EACH BUSINESS INDUSTRY. EACH ENTREPRENEUR IS PAIRED WITH AN INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC EXPERT TO PROVIDE A SIX-HOUR MENTORSHIP. CONTINUOUS SUPPORT, A REFINED COACHING PROGRAM, SUPPORTS AND COMPLEMENTS THE REFINERY ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM SERVES WOMEN WHO WORK FULL-TIME OR REQUIRE AN INTERPRETER, IN ADDITION TO GRADUATES OF THE REFINERY. GRANT AMOUNT - $22,500. 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 - $11,500. FAMILY SERVICES LINCOLN: COMMUNITY GARDENS EDUCATES AND PROVIDES GARDENING SPACE FOR LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF LINCOLN, NEBRASKA TO GROW FRESH, HEALTHY FOOD FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES. THERE ARE VARIOUS GARDEN SITES GIVING GARDENERS A CHANCE TO GROW FOOD. WORK IS CONTINUED WITH THE CITY, CHURCHES AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS TO DEVELOP AREAS FOR NEW GARDENS AND ALLOW THE PROGRAM TO REACH MORE PEOPLE IN NEED. GRANT AMOUNT - $12,000. FAMILY SERVICES LINCOLN: INRESPONSE PROVIDES HOUSING ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS OR FLEEING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN LINCOLN. RENTAL ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED WITH AN AVERAGE STAY OF 6 MONTHS. THE PROJECT ASSISTS HOUSEHOLDS TO SECURE HOUSING THROUGH A RAPID REHOUSING BEST PRACTICE MODEL. RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE, MOVING COSTS, APPLICATION FEES, SECURITY DEPOSITS, FURNITURE, AND CASE MANAGEMENT ARE PROVIDED TO ALL PARTICIPANTS. THE PROJECT PROVIDES RENT ASSISTANCE VIA DIRECT PAYMENTS TO THE PARTICIPANTS' LANDLORDS BASED ON 30% OF THEIR AGI, WHILE THEY WORK TO GAIN FINANCIAL SECURITY. PARTICIPANTS GRADUATE FROM THE PROGRAM TO PERMANENT HOUSING BY "TRANSITIONING IN PLACE." EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ARE OFFERED TO ALL PARTICIPANTS BUT ARE NOT REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION. A DEDICATED HOUSING SPECIALIST IS THE PARTICIPANT'S PRIMARY CONTACT AND ADVOCATES AND ASSISTS THEM TO SECURE RENTAL HOUSING AND NAVIGATE AVAILABLE RESOURCES IN THE COMMUNITY. GRANT AMOUNT - $20,000. FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN: FOOD DISTRIBUTION AT 1221 KINGBIRD PROGRAM PROVIDES MOBILE FOOD DISTRIBUTION SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY. GUESTS CAN REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES WHILE BEING ASSISTED BY FOOD BANK OF LINCOLN STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS, ENSURING A SMOOTH AND CONVENIENT EXPERIENCE. GRANT AMOUNT - $41,913. FRESH START: TRANSITIONAL SHELTER SERVICES PROGRAM IS A RESIDENTIAL SHELTER PROGRAM FOR HOMELESS WOMEN. WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE FOR THREE-SIX MONTHS AND MAY STAY FOR UP TO ONE YEAR. THE PROGRAM EMPHASIZES 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 INCREASES THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF SERVICES IN THE COMMUNITY, WHICH THEY USE BEYOND THEIR STAY AT FRESH START. THE PROGRAM IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY'S CONTINUUM OF CARE FOR HOUSING AND HOMELESS RELATED NEEDS. GRANT AMOUNT - $35,500. 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 MAY BE 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 ASSIST WITH 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 - $19,343. 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 - $30,000. THE HUBCENTRAL 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 THE LOCAL 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 - $7,500.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4C, DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM SERVICE:	LEGAL AID OF NEBRASKA: UPLIFT: USING THE POWER OF THE LAW TO INFLUENCE AND FOSTER TRANSFORMATION IS A COLLABORATION BETWEEN LEGAL AID, THE CENTER FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION (CLIA), AND THREE LINCOLN AREA COMMUNITY CENTERS (THE ASIAN COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER, THE GOOD NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY CENTER, AND EL CENTRO DE LAS AMERICAS) TO PROVIDE FREE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME FAMILIES IN THREE HIGH-POVERTY NEIGHBORHOODS. FAMILIES SERVED COMMONLY EXPERIENCE HOUSING INSTABILITY, DEBT, BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT, AND DIFFICULTY ACCESSING PUBLIC BENEFITS. UPLIFT IDENTIFIES CLIENTS WITH LEGAL NEEDS BEFORE THEIR LEGAL PROBLEMS LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC CONSEQUENCES, SUCH AS THE LOSS OF HOUSING OR INCOME. THE PROJECT RELIES ON THE TRUSTING RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN CLIENTS AND THEIR COMMUNITY CENTERS. UPLIFT EDUCATES CLIENTS FROM THE CENTERS AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES ABOUT THEIR LEGAL RIGHTS AND AVENUES TO SEEK JUSTICE, ESPECIALLY AS THESE COMMUNITIES EMERGE FROM THE PANDEMIC, THROUGH COMMUNITY-BASED EDUCATION AND OUTREACH. GRANT AMOUNT - $7,500. LINCOLN LITERACY: FIRSTSTEP: HEALTHCARE CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM PROVIDES SERVICES TO IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE STUDENTS INTERESTED IN HEALTHCARE CAREERS. A $250 STIPEND IS PROVIDED AND PAYABLE AT TWO POINTS OF COMPLETION - AFTER THE HEALTHCARE PATHWAYS COURSE AND AFTER A STUDENT RECEIVES A HEALTHCARE CERTIFICATION. THE STIPEND IS MEANT TO DIMINISH BARRIERS SUCH AS LOST INCOME FROM A JOB OR OTHER NEEDS THAT MAY ARISE DURING THEIR JOURNEY. CAREER GUIDANCE, DURING AND FOLLOWING THE PROGRAM, IS PROVIDED AND HELPS STUDENTS DEVELOP THEIR RESUMES, APPLY FOR POSITIONS, AND LEARN TO INTERVIEW WELL. GRANT AMOUNT - $22,500. 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 - $12,200. 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 - $18,200. NEIGHBORWORKS LINCOLN (NWL): HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM PROVIDES A HUD-APPROVED PRE-PURCHASE EDUCATION COURSE DESIGNED TO HELP INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES MAKE THE COMPLICATED TRANSITION FROM RENTING TO STABLE HOMEOWNERSHIP. PARTICIPANTS LEARN TO ANALYZE AND MANAGE FINANCES, BUDGET, AND CREDIT; EVALUATE HOUSING AFFORDABILITY; WORK WITH REALTORS AND BANKS; AND UNDERSTAND FINANCIAL PAPERWORK, CLOSING COSTS, AND THE HOME BUYING PROCESS. NWL ALSO PROVIDES DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE TO HELP LOW AND MODERATE-INCOME BUYERS FUND DOWN-PAYMENTS, CLOSING COSTS, AND EVEN SOME REHABILITATION EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH BUYING A HOME. THE ASSISTANCE AMOUNT VARIES PER FAMILY AND IS BASED ON BOTH THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE HOME AND HOUSEHOLD INCOME. CLIENTS CAN PURCHASE EXISTING HOMES ANYWHERE WITHIN LINCOLN'S CITY LIMITS, BUT SPECIAL INCENTIVES ARE AVAILABLE TO BUYERS WHO PURCHASE HOMES IN NEIGHBORHOODS DESIGNATED AS INVESTMENT PRIORITIES BY THE CITY OF LINCOLN. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DEDICATED TO HOME IMPROVEMENT TYPICALLY FOCUSES ON STRUCTURAL REPAIRS OR EQUIPMENT UPGRADES THAT WILL HELP AVOID SURPRISE MAINTENANCE FOR THE FIRST THREE YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. NWL BELIEVES THAT BY GETTING AHEAD OF HOUSING SECURITY CHALLENGES AND GIVING ADULTS AND CHILDREN THE STABILITY THEY NEED TO THRIVE ECONOMICALLY, EMOTIONALLY, AND PHYSICALLY THAT WE, AS A COMMUNITY, CAN REDUCE THE NEED FOR MORE COSTLY PUBLIC ASSISTANCE IN THE FUTURE. GRANT AMOUNT - $7,500. 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 - $9,000. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: DISASTER SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES FOOD AND BEVERAGES AT DISASTER SITES, ALONG WITH SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL CARE. THE PROGRAM OFFERS ADDITIONAL SERVICES SUCH AS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT, WAREHOUSING, SHELTERING, AND EMERGENCY CASE MANAGEMENT. IT ALSO PROVIDES TEMPORARY HOUSING VOUCHERS WHEN NECESSARY, ENSURING IMMEDIATE SUPPORT IN THE AFTERMATH OF A DISASTER. GRANT AMOUNT - $5,000. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: FOOD SECURITY PROGRAM ENSURES THAT INDIVIDUALS IN THE LINCOLN COMMUNITY HAVE ACCESS TO FOOD THROUGH PROGRAMS LIKE THE FOOD PANTRY, WINTER NIGHT WATCH, KIDS CAFE, AND A SUMMER FEEDING INITIATIVE. THE CONSUMER-CHOICE FOOD PANTRY OPERATES BASED ON THE FOOD PYRAMID, AND CLIENTS CAN RECEIVE FOOD MONTHLY DEPENDING ON FAMILY SIZE. PERISHABLE FOOD IS DISTRIBUTED EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY MORNING. DURING WINTER NIGHT WATCH (OCTOBER 15 - APRIL 15), A HOT MEAL IS SERVED TO THE HOMELESS AND NEAR-HOMELESS IN THE SOUTH CAPITAL NEIGHBORHOOD EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT. KIDS CAFE PROVIDES MEALS TO CHILDREN MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, OFFERING SUPPER DURING SCHOOL DAYS AND LUNCH ON NON-SCHOOL DAYS. DURING THE SUMMER, CHILDREN RECEIVE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH, WITH BREAKFAST PREPARED ONSITE AND LUNCH PROVIDED BY KINDERBITES. GRANT AMOUNT - $21,000. THE SALVATION ARMY - LINCOLN: UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OFFERS EMERGENCY UTILITY ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AT RISK OF OR WHO HAVE HAD THEIR UTILITIES SHUT OFF DUE TO NON-PAYMENT. THE PROGRAM ALSO PROVIDES ENERGY EDUCATION, ESPECIALLY TO THOSE APPLYING FOR ASSISTANCE MULTIPLE TIMES, HELPING THEM AVOID ONGOING CRISES. 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 AUGUST 2023 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 2023 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.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 51056K

Schedule O (Form 990) 2023

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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) FINANCIAL STABILITY3) HEALTH
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3	Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........	3	29
4	Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .....	4	29
5	Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2023 (Part V, line 2a) ......	5	23
6	Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .............	6	1,782
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

		Prior Year	Current Year
8	Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) .........	7,589,155	7,073,628
9	Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) .........	0	0
10	Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) ....	229,247	367,570
11	Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e)	119,849	147,701
12	Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)	7,938,251	7,588,899
13	Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )...	5,621,881	5,219,434
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)	1,471,887	1,542,432
16a	Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) .....	0	0
b	Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 1,119,882
17	Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e)....	804,514	727,032
18	Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)	7,898,282	7,488,898
19	Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12.......	39,969	100,001
		Beginning of Current Year	End of Year
20	Total assets (Part X, line 16).............	9,640,741	11,141,560
21	Total liabilities (Part X, line 26).............	6,965,500	8,366,318
22	Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20.....	2,675,241	2,775,242

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4a	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 701,904 including grants of $ 701,904 ) (Revenue $ )
	COMMUNITY IMPACT FOCUS AREA: EDUCATION (SEE DETAILED LIST OF PROGRAMS IN THIS FOCUS AREA ON SCHEDULE O).DURING THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR, FUNDED PROGRAMS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING:1) 6,115 STUDENTS WERE SERVED BY OUR PARTNER AGENCIES2) 778 STUDENTS DEMONSTRATED ANIMPROVEMENT IN WORK AND STUDY3) 2,989 STUDENTS DEMONSTRATED AN INCREASE IN POSITIVE INTERACTIONS WITH PEERS AND/OR ADULTS

4b	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 631,500 including grants of $ 631,500 ) (Revenue $ )
	COMMUNITY IMPACT FOCUS AREA: HEALTH (SEE DETAILED LIST OF PROGRAMS IN THIS FOCUS AREA ON SCHEDULE O).DURING THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR, FUNDED PROGRAMS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING:1) 9,444 INDIVIDUALS WERE SERVED BY OUT PARTNER AGENCIES2) 5,354 VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RECEIVED IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO ENOTIONAL SUPPORT AND/OR COUNSELING3) 1,009 YOUTH DEMONSTRATED IMPROVED COPING SKILLS

4c	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 597,656 including grants of $ 597,656 ) (Revenue $ )
	COMMUNITY IMPACT FOCUS AREA: FINANCIAL STABILITY (SEE DETAILED LIST OF PROGRAMS IN THIS FOCUS AREA ON SCHEDULE O).DURING THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR, FUNDED PROGRAMS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING:1) 4,604,347 POUNDS OF FOOD WERE DISTRIBUTED2) 90,391 INDIVIDUALS WERE SERVED BY OUR PARTNER AGENCIES3) $4,073,165 IS THE TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE OF GOODS AND RESOURCES PROVIDED

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 491,830 including grants of $ 491,830 ) (Revenue $ )
	COMMUNITY RESPONSE/LANCASTER CONNECTED COLLABORATIVE: THIS COLLABORATIVE AND SUPPORTED 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 PARTNERS ACROSS THE COMMUNITY TO IMPROVE ACCESS AND CREATE PATHWAYS TO SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. ADDITIONALLY, UNITED WAY CONTRACTS WITH ONE OF OUR PARTNER AGENCIES TO DIRECTLY DELIVER SERVICES TO CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES. UNITED WAY PROVIDES A COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COORDINATOR TO COORDINATE EFFORTS, ENSURE REPORTING ACCURACY, AND PROVIDE OVERSIGHT FOR THE EVALUATION AND REPORTING PROCESS AND 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 $491,830.64 DURING THE 2023-2024 FISCAL PERIOD.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 263,074 including grants of $ 263,074 ) (Revenue $ )
	ENGAGE. EMPOWER.GRADUATE (EEG): ENGAGE. EMPOWER.GRADUATE (EEG): THE WOMEN UNITED AND EMERGING LEADERS UNITED AFFINITY GROUPS COMBINE TO SUPPORT BREAKTHROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MCPHEE, CAMPBELL, AND CLINTON 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. $263,074 WAS RAISED AND ALLOCATED TO THE FOLLOWING EEG SUPPORTED PROGRAMS: JUMP START TO KINDERGARTEN, FAMILY LITERACY, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, SUMMER ENRICHMENT, FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 53,102 including grants of $ 53,102 ) (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 $53,102 TO 14 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 $ 14,763 including grants of $ 14,763 ) (Revenue $ )
	VIRTUAL BOOK DRIVE: AN ONLINE CAMPAIGN SPONSORED BY THE UNITED WAY WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY AND EMERGING LEADERS UNITED GROUPS RAISED $14,763 FOR THE PURCHASE OF BOOKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR CHILDREN IN LANCASTER COUNTY. A TOTAL OF 6,948 BOOKS WERE DISTRIBUTED DURING THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 24,275 including grants of $ 24,275 ) (Revenue $ )
	EMERGING LEADERS UNITED INITIATIVE: UNITED WAY'S EMERGING LEADERS UNITED AFFINITY GROUP HELD THEIR ANNUAL WINGFEST EVENT RAISING $24,275 TO SUPPORT CREATIVE LEARNING SPACES IN LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND NONPROFITS. 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 ONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS RECEIVED SUPPORT FOR CREATIVE LEARNING SPACES: ARNOLD ELEMENTARY, BROWNELL ELEMENTARY, CLINTON ELEMENTARY, AND ELLIOTT ELEMENTARY.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 15,000 including grants of $ 15,000 ) (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. $15,000 HAS BEEN ALLOCATED FOR THIS PROJECT.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 14,540 including grants of $ 14,540 ) (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. IN 2023-2024, 3240 BAGS OF SHELF-STABLE FOOD BOXES WERE DELIVERED TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED. PROGRAM FUNDING WAS $14,540.

	(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. FOR THE 2024 SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM SEASON 1,529 INDIVIDUALS WERE SERVED, WHICH EQUALS 72,851 MEALS. THIS INCLUDED 31,613 BREAKFASTS AND 41,238 LUNCHES. THE PROGRAM FOCUSES ON NUTRITIOUS OFFERINGS, INCLUDING FRESH PRODUCE AND FRUITS LIKE STRAWBERRIES AND BLUEBERRIES.

	(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 $ 7,500 including grants of $ 7,500 ) (Revenue $ )
	PROJECT CONNECT LINCOLN: $7,500 WAS ALLOCATED TO PROJECT CONNECT LINCOLN WHICH IS AN ANNUAL ONE-DAY EVENT ORGANIZED TO PROVIDE DIRECT SERVICES FOR HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES AS WELL AS ASSIST IN NAVIGATING THE LOCAL HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE SYSTEM TO ASSIST WITH BOTH SHORT TERM AND LONG TERM NEEDS.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 7,000 including grants of $ 7,000 ) (Revenue $ )
	AGENCY TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: $7,000 WAS ALLOCATED TO SUPPORT CAPACITY BUILDING FOR UNITED WAY PARTNER AGENCIES. THIS INVESTMENT WILL PROMOTE NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH AND ASSIST WITH EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF PROGRAMS VITAL TO THE LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COMMUNITY BY SUPPORTING MANAGEMENT TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR NONPROFITS LEADERS IN THE COMMUNITY.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 6,589 including grants of $ 6,589 ) (Revenue $ )
	STABLE STRONG SUCCESSFUL: THIS INITIATIVE HELPS INCREASE CONNECTIVITY AND COORDINATION OF AVAILABLE SUPPORTS ENSURING THAT FAMILIES WILL HAVE ACCESS TO RESOURCES THAT CAN HELP STABILIZE THEIR HOME LIFE. ALONG WITH CASE MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMIC SUPPORT GIVEN AT AN INDIVIDUAL FAMILY LEVEL, THE INITIATIVE LOOKS FOR GAPS IN SERVICES, BRINGING ATTENTION AND RESOURCES TO THOSE ISSUES. $6,589 HAS BEEN ALLOCATED FOR THIS INITIATIVE.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 517,831 including grants of $ 517,831 ) (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 2023 CAMPAIGN WAS $517,831.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 977,972 including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	PROGRAM GENERAL OPERATING COSTS: EXPENSES OF $977,972 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, FINANCIAL STABILITY, AND HEALTH.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 1,451,688 including grants of $ 1,787,874 ) (Revenue $ )
	DESIGNATIONS: UNITED WAY PROCESSED $1,451,688 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 $ 20,000 including grants of $ 20,000 ) (Revenue $ )
	THIS PROJECT RECEIVED A $20,000 ALLOCATION TO SUPPORT CAPACITY BUILDING FOR NONPROFITS SERVING THE LINCOLN COMMUNITY. CAUSE COLLECTIVE, THE GRANT RECIPIENT, WILL FOCUS ON STRENGTHENING NONPROFITS THROUGH COLLABORATION, EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY. THE ORGANIZATION ACTS AS A CENTRAL HUB FOR INFORMATION SHARING, OFFERS TRAINING TO HELP NONPROFITS OPERATE MORE EFFICIENTLY, AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF NONPROFITS WORKING TO BUILD A MORE SUPPORTIVE AND RESILIENT COMMUNITY.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 7,351 including grants of $ 7,351 ) (Revenue $ )
	UNITED WAY'S CORPORATE COMMUNITY PARTNERED WITH UNITED WAY TO INVOLVE EMPLOYEES IN GIVING BACK THROUGH MEANINGFUL VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES. EMPLOYEES PARTICIPATED IN PACKING HYGIENE, LITERACY, AND SCHOOL SUPPLY KITS, WHICH WERE DISTRIBUTED TO CHILDREN AND ADULTS IN NEED. CORPORATE DONATIONS PROVIDED $7,351 TO SUPPORT THESE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKPLACE, HELPING TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN THE COMMUNITY.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 4,645 including grants of $ 4,645 ) (Revenue $ )
	$4,645 WAS ALLOCATED TO ADDRESS TRANSPORTATION NEEDS OF LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN THE LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY COMMUNITY. DOLLARS WILL HELP PROVIDE FREE RIDES TO DESTINATIONS SUCH AS JOBS, MEDICAL AND LEGAL APPOINTMENTS, SCHOOLS, AND GROCERY STORES. THIS WORK SEEKS TO REMOVE TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS FOR MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY.

4d	Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
	(Expenses $ 3,930,160 including grants of $ 3,288,374 ) (Revenue $ )
4e	Total program service expenses5,861,220

1b	Sub-Total..............
c	Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A..
d	Total (add lines 1b and 1c).........	238,616	0	24,998

(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 0

1a	Federated campaigns..		1a
b	Membership dues..		1b
c	Fundraising events..		1c	92,306
d	Related organizations		1d
e	Government grants (contributions)		1e

f	All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above		1f	6,981,322

g	Noncash contributions included in lines 1a - 1f:$		1g

h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......		7,073,628

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d
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f	All other program service revenue.
g	Total. Add lines 2a–2f .....

3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ......			367,570			367,570
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds
5 Royalties...........
			(i) Real	(ii) Personal
6a	Gross rents	6a
b	Less: rental expenses	6b
c	Rental income or (loss)	6c
d	Net rental income or (loss).......
			(i) Securities	(ii) Other
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).........
8a	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 92,306of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
			8a	145,179
b	Less: direct expenses ...		8b	142,203
c	Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..			2,976			2,976
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..
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..

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11a	ADMINISTRATIVE INCOME		900099	100,904	100,904
b	MISC REVENUE		900099	22,517	22,517
c	FOUNDATION SHARED SERV		900099	21,304	21,304
d	All other revenue ....
e	Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......			144,725
12	Total revenue. See instructions.....			7,588,899	144,725	0	370,546

1	Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 ....	5,219,434	5,219,434
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 ...........	276,307	76,347	128,742	71,218
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........	978,266	263,497	184,390	530,379
8	Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) ....	47,048	10,140	9,737	27,171
9	Other employee benefits .......	148,331	30,462	34,570	83,299
10	Payroll taxes ...........	92,480	25,187	23,112	44,181
11	Fees for services (non-employees):
a	Management ......
b	Legal .........
c	Accounting ...........	13,350		13,350
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)	102,406	43,887	14,435	44,084
12	Advertising and promotion ....	195,290	73,424	2,819	119,047
13	Office expenses .......	8,132	2,063	1,366	4,703
14	Information technology ......
15	Royalties ..
16	Occupancy ...........	110,914	28,026	19,028	63,860
17	Travel ............	12,744	4,014	1,544	7,186
18	Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials .
19	Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....	3,284	1,458	399	1,427
20	Interest ...........
21	Payments to affiliates .......
22	Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..	16,037	4,255	2,544	9,238
23	Insurance ...	12,621	3,212	2,074	7,335
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	MEMBERSHIP DUES	79,701	19,059	14,619	46,023
b	INTERVIEWING AND RELOCA	42,116		42,116
c	OTHER PROGRAM EXPENSE	39,101	39,101
d	MISCELLANEOUS	29,335	7,117	2,868	19,350
e	All other expenses	62,001	10,537	10,083	41,381
25	Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e	7,488,898	5,861,220	507,796	1,119,882
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 if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).

1	Cash–non-interest-bearing ........			5,972,436	1	6,426,072
2	Savings and temporary cash investments .........			1,308,086	2	1,320,204
3	Pledges and grants receivable, net ......			2,132,052	3	2,112,290
4	Accounts receivable, net .............			127,529	4	109,354
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 ......			76,879	9	115,308
10a	Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D	10a	364,265
b	Less: accumulated depreciation	10b	228,598	23,759	10c	135,667
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 ...........			0	15	922,665
16	Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 33)...			9,640,741	16	11,141,560

17	Accounts payable and accrued expenses .....	167,008	17	184,079
18	Grants payable ...	1,982,634	18	1,997,236
19	Deferred revenue .........	62,734	19	165,538
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	4,753,124	25	6,019,465
26	Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25..	6,965,500	26	8,366,318

	Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here and complete lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
27	Net assets without donor restrictions ..........	2,675,241	27	2,775,242
28	Net assets with donor restrictions ...........		28
	Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here 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 ...........	2,675,241	32	2,775,242
33	Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........	9,640,741	33	11,141,560

(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?
(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	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

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(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
(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No	(i) Code V-UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	Yes	No	(k) Percentage ownership

(a) Name of related organization	(b) Transaction type (a-s)	(c) Amount involved	(d) Method of determining amount involved
(1) UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY FOUNDATION	C	75,690	CASH

(a) Name, address, and EIN of entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(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
(a) Name, address, and EIN of entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	Yes	No	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No	(i) Code V-UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	Yes	No	(k) Percentage ownership