Across-the-Board Budget Cuts will Hurt Crucial Nebraska Programs
Nebraska and all the states will face devastating cuts to their federal funding beginning January 1, 2013, if no action […]
Economic Justice
Families
Child Welfare
A Summer of Youth Focus Groups
You may remember past blogs about an exciting new program that would extend services and support for youth who age
Economic Justice
We Are Still Fighting the War on Poverty
Milo Mumgaard is the founder and former Executive Director of Nebraska Appleseed. Peter Edelman recently wrote an on-point opinion piece
Immigrants & Communities
Omaha Community Leaders Know Diversity is Strength
This evening, more than 20 community organizations, numerous Omaha artists, and other welcoming Omahans will gather for You’re Welcome at
Economic Justice, Health Care
Nebraska Among States that Would Benefit Most from Medicaid Expansion
54% of Nebraska’s uninsured population with incomes below 138% of the federal poverty level could gain access to health insurance through an expanded Medicaid program.
Child Welfare
My Weekend at Camp
Camp Catch-Up, through the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation (NCFF), is a one-of-a-kind, annual camp that brings together siblings separated by foster care or adoption for three days of pure, unbridled childhood fun.
Immigrants & Communities
Inspiring Young Activist Gaby Pacheco Shares the DREAM with Students in Omaha
There were plenty of people talking the talk about the recent shift in immigration policy granting relief from deportation for young immigrants eligible for the DREAM Act. But activist Gaby Pacheco was one to walk the walk, literally.
Child Welfare, Economic Justice, Health Care, Immigrants & Communities, Legal Assistance, Voting & Elections
Health Care, Immigration, Fair Pay & You’re Welcome!
In this edition of “Appleseed in Action”: Health Reform: Quality, affordable and constitutional health care for all; Arizona’s SB1070: Socially toxic and unconstitutional; Lilly Ledbetter in Omaha: One Woman’s Battle for Justice; You’re Welcome in Omaha!; Take Action: Opportunity for DREAMers
Economic Justice
Defending the First Line of Defense Against Hunger
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps), is frequently referred to as the nation’s first line
Immigrants & Communities
You’re Welcome! Photo Anthology
Nebraska’s summer cultural festivals create a perfect opportunity to recognize and appreciate the diversity in our state. By sharing music,
