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Children's Behavioral Health and Wellness Center

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Children's Behavioral Health and Wellness Center

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Replacement of Immanuel children's care for emergent needs. Open 24/7

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Behavioral Health & Wellness Center | Children’s Nebraska

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The Behavioral Health and Wellness Center at Children’s Nebraska offers a wide range of mental health services for children, including therapy, evaluations and support for emotional and behavioral challenges.

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Creighton Child Safety Center- located at Highlander

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Creighton Child Safety Center- located at Highlander

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At the Child Safety Center, you'll find safety equipment for kids, guides to get safety conversations going, training and resources like car seat checks.

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List of community agencies that can connect you to emergency shelter and resources in times of crisis

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Lydia House and Garland Thompson's Men Center-shelters

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Lydia House and Garland Thompson's Men Center-shelters

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Garland Thompson Men's Center

Garland Thompson Men's Center provides emergency services for men in need of immediate assistance. Each man is offered an opportunity for life change through resource case management, which provides the first steps toward preventing future homelessness. Special services are provided for Veterans.

Contact

Walk-ins accepted. Call (402) 422-1111, and ask for staff on duty.

Main Services

Lydia House

Lydia House/Women & Families provides emergency services for single women & families in need of immediate assistance. Food, shelter, clothing, and other basic needs are provided.

Case managers guide women & families through opportunities for life change, the first steps toward preventing future homelessness. Special services are provided for children, domestic violence, and family reunification.

Main Services

Temporary shelter

Emergency food

Clothing

Basic needs items

Serving

Families With Children

Domestic Violence Survivors

Contact

(402) 422-1111 for shelter availability. Ask for staff on duty.

Free Hot, Nutritious Meals

Open Door Mission provides free hot, nutritious meals for anyone that is hungry in the community.
Hot Lunch Meal Services: Monday-Sunday 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m Hot Dinner Meal Services: Monday-Sunday 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m
Address:

Garland Thompson Men's Center
2705 North 20th Street East
Omaha, NE 68110

Turkey n Fixens program empowers low-income individuals and families in need with the ingredients to cook a Thanksgiving meal in their own homes rather than eating at the Open Door Mission on Thanksgiving Day. This also includes extra groceries to help during the Holiday season when school is out. There will be ONLY- 1- Turkey n Fixin program per. Address.

To Register and Shop: Applicants will need a photo ID and a current piece of mail with their address. Only one adult per. Household is needed to register for this program. Registration and Shopping will be at the Timberlake Outreach Center (Wednesday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or the Council Bluffs Outreach Center (Tuesdays only) from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 1st through Wednesday, November 22nd.

Project Santa's Toy and Joy Shop Program: Project Santa's Toy and Joy Shop Program empowers low-income parents to have gifts for their children under the tree on Christmas morning from themselves or Santa or to celebrate their Holiday of choice. This event will provide 3 -5 new toys for each child, books, school supplies, stocking stuffers, and coloring books. This program serves children ages birth to 12.
To Register: Applicants must bring the following for each child being registered for Project Santa: their birth certificate or document verifying their age and their social security number. The adult must have their photo ID and a current piece of mail . Only one adult per household is needed to register for this program. A child can only be registered once for this program. You must have your completed registration sheet to shop. Registration will be at the Timberlake Outreach Center (Wednesday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or the Council Bluffs Outreach Center (Tuesdays only) from Thursday, December 7th through Friday, December 22nd.

Actual Shopping: This will be between the hours of 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at the Toy n Joy Shop from Thursday, December 7th through Friday, December 22nd. Sundays and Mondays Closed except for Monday, December 11. You MUST have your registration sheet with you to shop at the Toy and Joy Shop. Children can NOT be present at actual shopping.

Free resources are provided once every 30 days throughout all three Outreach Centers. To receive assistance, bring a current photo ID, proof of address, and social security cards for your household.

Contact

Call (402) 422-1111 for more information.

The Outreach Centers Provide:

Food

Clothing

Shoes

Toys

Diapers

Household Goods

Furniture and Appliances (only at the Timberlake Outreach Center)

Timberlake Outreach Center

2107 E. Locust St. Omaha, NE 68110.

Shopping Hours

Timberlake Outreach Center will be closed for shoppers Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 in observation of the holiday.

Wednesdays - Saturdays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Closed for shopping on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays.

Council Bluffs Family Outreach/Donation Center

1612 Avenue D Council Bluffs, IA 51501.

Shopping Hours

Open Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Van departs Open Door Mission

Monday - Friday: Downtown run at 9:45 am, 12 pm, and 4:30 pm

For a current schedule, call (402) 829-1571

Pick-up at 14th & Farnam

The Veterans Housing First Program provides affordable, supportive, sober, single-room rentals for single men and male veterans. Services focus on the combined goals of crisis intervention, emergency services, screening, and assessments in areas of mental health, chemical dependency, job skills, training, and life skills.

Main Services

Affordable rental housing

Mental Health Evaluation

Skills & Training

Sober Living Support Network

Contact

For more information, call Ronda at (402) 422-1111 or email rnelson@opendoormission.org.

Permanent Supportive Apartments

Waitlist available for families. Two and three-bedroom apartment rentals for families desiring to live independently in an affordable, stable, supportive, sober-living community.

Single Room Occupancy Rentals

Waitlist available for single men & male Veterans. Independent-affordable-long term rentals located in a stable, supportive, sober-living community focused on the needs of single men and Veterans.

Contact

For more information, call Ronda at (402) 422-1111 or email rnelson@opendoormission.org.

New Life Recovery Program

The New Life Recovery Program (NLRP) is a Bible-based 12-step residential program committed to providing men, women, and families the tools they need to become self-sufficient and contributing members of the community.

Families and Single Women Contact

Shelly: (402) 422-1111
lh-director@opendoormission.org

Single Men Contact

Dan: (402) 422-1111
gtmc-director@opendoormission.org

The WorkNet/GED program provides innovative and free classes for successful career development and employment.

Main Services

Job Skills Development

GED Preparation

Contact

Daniel: (402) 422-1111
danderson@opendoormission.org

Residential Work program focused on personal development, money management, job training, and educational skills.

Main Services

Personal Development

Money Management

Job Training

Educational Skills

GED Classes

Families and Single Women Contact

Shelly: (402) 422-1111
lh-director@opendoormission.org

Single Men Contact

Dan: (402) 422-1111
gtmc-director@opendoormission.org

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Financial Hardship Assistance : I Need Services : Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership

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Thank you for your interest in ENCAP’s Financial Hardship Services. We provide limited assistance with rent, mortgage, and utility expenses, along with ongoing financial coaching.

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Get involved at the Siena Francis House! Siena Francis House welcomes and empowers those experiencing homelessness to navigate their path to housing.

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If you are constantly struggling to make ends meet, living paycheck to paycheck, and cannot see a way out, our ten-week Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin'-By World workshop is for you.

You will be introduced to a new perspective, and you'll learn that you have the power to influence your future and create positive change for yourself and your loved ones. You can break the poverty cycle once and for all! And, as a bonus, you will earn $400 while you learn!

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For Individuals - Omaha Bridges Out of Poverty

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If you are constantly struggling to make ends meet, living paycheck to paycheck, and cannot see a way out, our ten-week Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin'-By World workshop is for you. You will be introduced to a new perspective, and you'll learn that you have the power to influence your future and create positive change for yourself and your loved ones.

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How We Make a Difference - Stephen Center

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Shelter HERO PSH Caring for the Omaha area’s most vulnerable Our Programs Shelter that Keeps a Family Together Stephen Center’s Pettigrew Emergency Shelter is the only shelter in the Omaha area that keeps families together when seeking a place to stay. We provide safe shelter and case management

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Family Housing Advisory Services Assistance Request Form

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Family Housing Advisory Services Assistance Request Form

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Catholic Charities- Domestic Violence Shelter 

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Domestic Violence Services - Catholic Charities of Omaha

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If you need help, Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Services (DVS) offers shelter, safety and confidentiality.

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Rentwise classes offer a program to help you know your rights as a tenant and build skills to be successful in communicating with your landlord. At the completion of the program, you will be provided a certificate to show future landlords for your benefit!

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Bethlehem House- shelter for PREGNANT WOMEN

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Bethlehem House- shelter for PREGNANT WOMEN

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Bethlehem House is seeking a dynamic and visionary Executive Director to lead the organization through its next stage of growth and development. This individual will oversee strategic planning, fundraising, community engagement, and organizational advancement to ensure long-term sustainability and impact.

We're looking for a relationship-driven leader with strong development experience, a passion for mission-centered work, and the ability to inspire others to invest in our vision.

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Bethlehem House in Omaha provides pregnant and parenting women in crisis, regardless of their faith preference, with a home, hope and empowerment through life-affirming services rooted in Catholic tradition.

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Free Fridge, Pantry + Library | City Sprouts

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Learn more about food equity and available resources.

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Heartland Hope Mission food and clothing pantry

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"Should I pay my rent this month? Or buy groceries to feed my family?" Food insecurity is real and often a symptom of a larger problem. Those experiencing hunger often worry where their next meal will come from. At Heartland Hope Mission, we are ready to serve the working poor, those in a crisis situation, or anyone struggling to make ends meet.

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Your child is eligible for diapers:

until their 3rd birthday

if you're experiencing financial need

How to receive diapers:

choose and contact a diaper distribution location nearest you

parent/guardian must be present to receive diapers, bring your photo ID

bring your WIC card or the child's Medicaid Card to verify your income level

*Nebraska Diaper Bank does not unlawfully discriminate internally (in its administrative and program operations) or externally (in provision of services) on the basis of race, political orientation, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or mental or physical disability or any other status prohibited by applicable law.

More Details

You may only receive diapers once per month per child from any Nebraska Diaper Bank partner agency.

Each individual Distribution Agency may still require proof of documentation for other aspects of their services, but to receive Nebraska Diaper Bank diapers, it is not required.

Nebraska Diaper Bank has diaper distribution locations in Douglas, Sarpy, Lancaster, Madison, Thurston, Buffalo & Scotts Bluff Counties in Nebraska and Pottawattamie County in Iowa.

PARTNER AGENCIES

Nebraska Diaper Bank provides diapers through collaborative partnerships to change lives and empower families in need. Partner agencies provide diapers through case-management, clinics and food pantries. Find a location near you!

DOUGLAS COUNTY

You must be enrolled in a program at the organizations below, to receive diapers.

SARPY COUNTY

You must be enrolled in a program at the organizations below, to receive diapers.

POTTAWATTAMIE COUNTY, IA
You must be enrolled in a program at the organizations below, to receive diapers.
LANCASTER COUNTY

MADISON COUNTY

THURSTON COUNTY

You must be enrolled in a program at the organizations below, to receive diapers.

Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership (NENCAP)

BUFFALO COUNTY

SCOTTS BLUFF COUNTY

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Teen & Young Parent Program - Child Saving Institute

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The Teen & Young Parent Program at CSI offers support services and parenting classes to benefit young parents and their children.

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Parenting with a Purpose classes offered thru Catholic Charities

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Parenting with a Purpose classes offered thru Catholic Charities

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Parenting With Purpose Workshop - Catholic Charities of Omaha

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Hoops for Hope is a Pre-Game Pep Rally that takes place prior to the Creighton vs. Husker Men’s Basketball Game in November.

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Homeless Prevention | Heartland Family Service

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Heart Ministry Center- Willing Partner Program

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​​LIHEAP Automatic Heating Payments

In order to align with the receipt of Federal funds, DHHS plans to begin issuing LIHEAP automatic heating payments on behalf of eligible households during the week of December 5th, 2022. Eligible Nebraskans will receive a notice at that time. If you currently have a shut-off notice or are in danger of receiving a shut-off notice from your heating provider, please call (800) 383-4278 for assistance.

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Para alinearse con la recepción de fondos federales, el DHHS planea comenzar a emitir pagos automáticos de calefacción LIHEAP en nombre de los hogares elegibles durante la semana del 5 de diciembre de 2022. Los residentes de Nebraska elegibles recibirán un aviso en ese momento. Si actualmente tiene un aviso de desconección está en peligro de recibir un aviso de desconección de su proveedor de calefacción, llame al (800) 383-4278 para obtener ayuda.​​

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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low income households stay safe and healthy by providing financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and cooling. LIHEAP particularly helps households that pay a high portion of household income for home energy to meet immediate home energy needs.

The LIHEAP Program provides heating assistance, cooling assistance, year round crisis assistance, emergency furnace repair and replacement, fan program and weatherization services for eligible Nebraska citizens/households. LIHEAP in Nebraska is solely funded through a federal grant (no general fund authority for aid).

For further assistance, or an application, contact the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services office in your county.​

LIHEAP Maximum Allowable Income​

(October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023)

Household Size
LIHEAP Gross Income Limit

(150% of Federal Poverty Level)

1

$20,385.00

2

$27,465.00

3

$34,545.00

4

$41,625.00

5

$48,705.00

6

$55,785.00

7

$62,865.00

8

$69,945.00

* For each additional household member, add $7,080.​

They can either apply by phone, electronic application or paper application.

They can apply by filling out an application via the ACCESSNebraska website: or by calling ACCESSNebraska at (800) 383-4278

Heating season runs from October 1st to March 31st. If the household has an active Economic Assistance case, LIHEAP eligibility can be determined without requiring the household to submit a new application. If the household does not have an active Economic Assistance case, the household must submit an agency approved application to have eligibility for the LIHEAP program determined. This assistance is paid directly to their heating provider. If there is no active EA assistance, the household will need to submit an application for LIHEAP consideration.

The cooling season runs from June 1st to August 31st. To qualify for cooling assistance, a household must qualify for LIHEAP and include a household member who:

Is a child under age 6 who receives ADC

Is age 70 or older

Has a severe illness or condition which is aggravated by extreme heat as verified by a medical statement signed by a licensed healthcare provider

DHHS has purchased an air conditioner for the household within four years of the current application date

If a household member has a severe illness or condition which is aggravated by extreme heat an IM-55 is required for medical verification of need for cooling. This information has to be updated annually unless the medical condition has been verified as longer the one year in duration.

Nebraska DHHS administers funds to local organizations that purchase and distribute fans to those in need. Eligibility for this service is determined by the organizations distributing the fans. Organizations typically begin distributing fans around June 1 st. View Fan Program Contacts for the participating organizations.

To qualify for assistance with a deposit or reconnect fee, the household must be eligible for crisis assistance and must have received no deposit or reconnect assistance for the same fuel type within the previous 36 months unless extenuating circumstances exist in the Department's discretion.

To qualify for assistance to purchase a window air conditioning unit, the household must be eligible for cooling assistance, provide estimates for the cost of purchase as requested by the Department and have received no assistance to purchase a window air conditioning unit within the previous 60 months, unless extenuating circumstances exist as determined in the Department's discretion.

To qualify for repair or replacement assistance for a furnace or central air conditioner in a home owned or being purchased by a household, the household must be eligible for LIHEAP heating (for furnace) or cooling (for air conditioning) assistance. The Program pays a maximum of $750.00 for repair or replacement. Assistance with these repairs cannot occur more than once every 60 months.

Assists households that are under immediate threat of loss of home energy because it has received a shut off notice, had utilities discontinued, lacks energy service delivery or anticipates removal from a provider's budget plan that occurred in the last 90 days. Crisis assistance is made available to eligible households throughout the program year

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What would you like to do? In order to align with the receipt of Federal funds, DHHS plans to begin issuing LIHEAP automatic heating payments on behalf of eligible households during the week of December 5th, 2022. Eligible Nebraskans will receive a notice at that time.

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OPPD assists high needs customers with past due bills and crisis situations

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The OPPD Energy Assistance Program, administered by Dollar Energy Fund, assists eligible utility customers with their Omaha Public Power District electric bills. Customers may be eligible to receive funds that are applied directly to their utility bill. This program is designed to provide assistance above and beyond what is available through federal, state and other programs. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.

Program Dates

The calendar year of the program runs from October 1st through September 30th. Assistance is provided for utility bills that are past due, under threat of disconnection, or already disconnected.

Funds are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis to eligible applicants while funding is available.

Proof of Emergency Situation

Individuals eligible for assistance are those who are experiencing an acute financial crisis due to a verifiable emergency and who have exhausted alternative resources. Emergency situations generally include:

Non-regular expenses

Medical expenses

Medical situation that requires continuous utility service and verified by doctor

Job loss

Departure of primary wage earner

Extenuating circumstances that will endanger a vulnerable adult or child

Maximum Grant

The maximum grant amount an applicant may receive is $500.

Applicants can receive more than one grant per program year until reaching the maximum grant amount. (10/2/2023 - 9/30/2024)

Grant awards are based on need and each family's circumstances are different. Grant amounts are determined on a case-to-case basis.

If a customer's utility service is off or in threat of termination when they apply and the maximum grant amount will not restore service or stop termination, the application will be denied. The amount needed to restore service or stop a termination is determined by utility review. Notification will be sent to the customer advising them that their application was denied and that an additional payment is required in order to be considered for assistance.

Additional Guidelines

All applicants must provide verification of income. Verification of income can be proof of enrollment in another low-income program.

Income-eligible clients must apply for all federally- funded programs when those programs are open.

Account must be residential, single home or apartment. No "cooking only," commercial, industrial, or apartments with shared utility service.

Name on account must be that of an adult who is currently living in the home.

Grants can be used to cover security deposits.

Income Guidelines

Total gross household income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Use our Income Calculator, or the chart below, to find out if your gross (before tax) income is within the range of eligibility for the program.

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Omaha Public Power District's Energy Assistance Program - Dollar Energy Fund

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The OPPD Energy Assistance Program, administered by Dollar Energy Fund, assists eligible utility customers with their Omaha Public Power

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St. Vincent de Paul financial assistance

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Limited funding for things like broken down car, broken water heater, and other minor repairs.

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3MT (three moms and a test) is Omaha’s ACT Prep leader. ACT prep tutoring and instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and study skills

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MOMentum | support for moms | Omaha, NE, USA

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MOMentum provides services for moms in the Omaha metro area. We provide career empowerment services, rides to work, and trauma/mental health support to help moms thrive and provide for their families.

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Least of My Brethren- Homeless Assistance

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Provides meals and material supplies to help families facing homelessness.

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Each month, we serve two Saturday breakfasts: the second Saturday, we are at Holy Family center (17th and Izard) from 8:00 - 11:00; the fourth Saturday, we are at St. Peter's social hall (27th and Leavenworth) from 7:30 - 10:30.

We welcome individuals and groups to get involved in whatever way possible
- fund the breakfast, help prepare food, and serve the breakfast. If you are looking for a way to make a difference, this can be a rewarding and meaningful experience.

Kathy Wendlandt: (402) 740-1889

kathywendlandt@gmail.com

Lori Wewel: (402) 699-8166

lorettawewel84@gmail.com

All the items are donated to us each week. We need people with vehicles to pick up furnishings, deliver and help setup. We move people every Saturday. Can you find a helper, a vehicle, and spare 4 hours on Saturday? This can extra special, as you have a chance to be compassionate, listen, and offer a prayer for them as you leave. This can be very fulfilling. If you have used items want to find a good home for them, please consider donating them to our friends on the street. We would be happy to pick the items up! For a full list of items we can and cannot use, please visit our FAQ page!

Dave Harvey: (402) 681-5424

DLHarvey79@cox.net

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Each month, we serve two Saturday breakfasts: the second Saturday, we are at Holy Family center (17th and Izard) from 8:00 - 11:00; the fourth Saturday, we are at St. Peter's social hall (27th and Leavenworth) from 7:30 - 10:30.

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Resource portal for services in Nebraska, or contact your school social worker!

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Every hour of every day, someone in Nebraska is faced with a challenge and is in need of assistance. The 211 Helpline is housed at United Way of the Midlands connects people in need to local programs that can help!

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Low cost laundry services available for families! First time users get a free $25 dollar credit.

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Fresh Start Laundromat - Heart Ministry Center

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Public housing in Omaha

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OHA is more than brick and mortar.

Whether it is through job training, self-sufficiency programs, or homeownership programs, we want to be involved and assist in any way we can.

Omaha Housing Authority's Central Office, with its Public Housing Intake and Section 8 Departments, is located at 1823 Harney Street. The entrance to the Intake Department is located in the back of the building. There is on-street parking and a City of Omaha parking garage at the corner of 19th and Harney.

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We are more than just a housing agency that provides a place to stay. We are about homes and communities.

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​Black Lives Matter. As a result of systemic racism, Black people lag far behind white America in their housing stability and financial security. Black people have been left out of the economic equation. Established in 1968 on the heels of the Civil Rights Movement and in recognition of inequalities and lack of access to homeownership and other wealth-building opportunities, FHAS remains committed to and compassionate about our mission and efforts to improve quality of life and eliminate poverty by helping people achieve housing stability and financial security.

We are not silent. We cry out against housing and economic injustice and inequality in all forms. We will continue to provide opportunities for Black people to receive fair rates and terms in accessing housing and homeownership and financial opportunities. We will remain relentless in addressing housing discrimination through our Fair Housing Center. We will pursue opportunities to match savings to help people obtain assets and build wealth. We will provide free tax preparation to help people access thousands of dollars in tax credits that lift people above the poverty line.

We will consistently provide housing and financial education to advance the prosperity of Black people, realizing that due to systemic racism, some roads are longer and much harder to navigate and might be filled with potholes too deep to climb out, shards of glass that cut so deep the bleeding may never stop, boulders so huge we can't see or reach the opportunities on the other side, twists and turns so sharp we are thrown into brick walls or the abyss, and cliffs we easily fall over and almost never recover.
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For 52 years, FHAS has improved housing and finances for the last and the least. We help people prevent homelessness, become educated homeowners, learn options to avoid foreclosure, become financially-wise consumers, access tax credits, address housing discrimination, and obtain affordable mortgage loans. We will continue to do this essential work in serving our community. While we serve all races and ethnicities, we acknowledge the challenges and barriers faced by black people, and we stand with our employees, clients and community in declaring that Black. Lives. Matter.

Partnerships are essential to the success of our programs. In many cases, they become the pivotal component to a successful outcome for many of our clients. With the help of local partners, including other non-profits, community groups, businesses and financial institutions. We are able to impact people and communities throughout Nebraska and Iowa.

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FHAS is committed to, and compassionate about, finding solutions to address poverty-related problems through housing and financial education and advocacy. Our goal is to make a positive impact in our community...one household at a time.

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Omaha NE Food pantries and food banks. We have the list of all food pantries in Omaha

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Offers food pantry and other programs

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Fresh Vegetables, Meat, Cleaning Supplies, Laundry Soap, Diapers. Black Men United receives a portion of our food from the USDA through the Emergency Food Assistance Program, also known as TEFAP. No…

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Earn-a-bike programs for kids available, check out the website

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CBPO is an Omaha-based nonprofit that recycles donated used bicycles & parts and repurposes them back into our community! We directly connect Omahans in need with bicycles to own, the space and tools to maintain their bikes, and the skills and knowledge to independently repair & safely ride

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Coffee and Shelf Stable Milk

Jam, Jelly, and Peanut Butter

Canned Fruits and Vegetables

Canned Beans (Baked, Refried, Black, Pinto, and etc.)

Canned Meats (Tuna, Chicken, Sardines, Clams, and etc.)

Boxed Potatoes

Hamburger or Tuna Helper

Rice & Pasta Packaged Side Dishes

Pasta any type

Salsa, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo & Salad Dressings

Brownie and Cake Mixes

Flour and Sugar

Small Bottles of Dish & Laundry Soap

Hand Sanitizer, Hand Soap, Body Wash and Deodorant

Shampoo, and Conditioner

Toothpaste and Toothbrushes

Facial Tissues and Toilet Paper

Diapers Sizes 4 & 6 and Baby Wipes

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Project Hope, Inc. We are a Food and Clothing Pantry.

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Coffee and Shelf Stable Milk Jam, Jelly, and Peanut Butter Canned Fruits and Vegetables Canned Beans (Baked, Refried, Black, Pinto, and etc.) Canned Meats (Tuna, Chicken, Sardines, Clams, and etc.)

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Dignity for all is at the core of Heart Ministry Center's Choice Food Distribution Program, the largest in Nebraska. Our beautiful Eugene Williams Food Pantry is set up like a grocery store, allowing community members the ability to shop and choose from a selection of meats, produce, bakery goods, dairy items, and shelf-stable foods for free.

Typically, community members receive enough food for two weeks, as well as information about the full range of services available on our campus, located in the heart of North Omaha. In 2021, the Choice Food Distribution Program provided over five million pounds of food to nearly 120,000 of our neighbors in need.

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Choice Food Distribution - Heart Ministry Center

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Dignity for all is at the core of Heart Ministry Center's Choice Food Distribution Program, the largest in Nebraska. Our beautiful Eugene Williams Food Pantry is set up like a grocery store, allowing community members the ability to shop and choose from a selection of meats, produce, bakery goods, dairy items, and shelf-stable foods for free.

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Privacy Policy

1. What Information Do We Collect? When you visit our website you may provide us with two types of information: personal information you knowingly choose to disclose that is collected on an individual basis and website use information collected on an aggregate basis as you and others browse our website.

2. Personal Information You Choose to Provide We may request that you voluntarily supply us with personal information, including your email address, postal address, home or work telephone number and other personal information for such purposes as correspondence, placing an order, requesting an estimate, or participating in online surveys. If you choose to correspond with us through email, we may retain the content of your email messages together with your email address and our responses. We provide the same protections for these electronic communications that we employ in the maintenance of information received by mail and telephone.

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4. How Do We Use the Information That You Provide to Us? Broadly speaking, we use personal information for purposes of administering our business activities, providing service and support and making available other products and services to our customers and prospective customers. Occasionally, we may also use the information we collect to notify you about important changes to our website, new services and special offers we think you will find valuable. The lists used to send you product and service offers are developed and managed under our traditional standards designed to safeguard the security and privacy of all personal information provided by our users. You may at any time to notify us of your desire not to receive these offers.

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9. How Do We Protect Your Information? Information Security -- We utilize encryption/security software to safeguard the confidentiality of personal information we collect from unauthorized access or disclosure and accidental loss, alteration or destruction. Evaluation of Information Protection Practices -- Periodically, our operations and business practices are reviewed for compliance with organization policies and procedures governing the security, confidentiality and quality of our information. Employee Access, Training and Expectations -- Our organization values, ethical standards, policies and practices are committed to the protection of user information. In general, our business practices limit employee access to confidential information, and limit the use and disclosure of such information to authorized persons, processes and transactions.

10. How Can You Access and Correct Your Information? You may request access to all your personally identifiable information that we collect online and maintain in our database by emailing us using the contact form provided to you within the site structure of our website.

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Privacy Policy What Information Do We Collect? When you visit our website you may provide us with two types of information: personal information you knowingly choose to disclose that is collected on an individual basis and website use information collected on an aggregate basis as you and others browse our website.

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Transportation Resources in Omaha and Surrounding Areas

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Transportation Resources in Omaha and Surrounding Areas

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Clarification: OPS is not able to refer, but contact other referring agencies for assistance!

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© 2023 Chariots4Hope is a public non-profit 501(c)(3) organization

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Contact your social worker to be referred!

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If you are interested in hosting a drive for essential items please email us at info@thefurnitureproject.org for information. The Furniture Project neighborshelpingneighbors Sometimes life doesn't quite turn out the way you would've hoped for. Unexpected hardship can happen to any indi

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Our counselors are here to listen and help create a plan that works. Call 888-866-8660. Resources for parents & families available 24/7. I'm thankful that we have that kind of service here in Nebraska. I was all upset and she took 150 pounds off my shoulders, and I really, really, deeply appreciate it.

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What is Parent University?

All of the courses are free to our members. Food, childcare, and transportation are offered. Courses are offered morning, afternoon, evenings, and weekends to best fit families' schedules. Our goal is to enhance children's education by supporting our parents and strengthening our community.

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All of the courses are free to our members. Food, childcare, and transportation are offered. Courses are offered morning, afternoon, evenings, and weekends to best fit families' schedules. Our goal is to enhance children's education by supporting our parents and strengthening our community.

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Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. (CDHC) has provided needed health care to families in Omaha, Nebraska since 1983. Over the years, the number of insured and uninsured patients we serve has steadily grown, as has our health care services. CDHC is a FTCA Deemed Facility.

There are many ways to be a part of the great things happening at Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. If you wish to make a donation, click on the Donate to Charles Drew button.

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Charles Drew Health Center | Providing quality affordable healthcare.

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Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. (CDHC) has provided needed health care to families in Omaha, Nebraska since 1983. Over the years, the number of insured and uninsured patients we serve has steadily grown, as has our health care services. CDHC is a FTCA Deemed Facility.

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Creighton University provides residents of Omaha area with quality and affordable comprehensive dental care from a conveniently located dental clinic.

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Organization that provides kids beds to families in need. Have your school social worker refer you!

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We fully believe that a bed is a basic need for the proper physical, emotional, and mental support that a child needs. When it was brought to our attention that the need for beds went far beyond our own neighborhoods, we stepped up and took initiative. We're a national organization answering the call to a national problem.

All children deserve a safe, comfortable place to lay their heads. In Idaho and across the U.S., too many boys and girls go without a bed - or even a pillow - to sleep on. These children end up sleeping on couches, blankets, and even floors. This can affect their happiness and health.

That's where Sleep in Heavenly Peace comes in. We're a group of volunteers dedicated to building, assembling and delivering top-notch bunk beds to children and families in need. Our organization has grown steadily over time, and we're working on opening more chapters in different states to serve more people. No kid sleeps on the floor in our town!®.

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Sleep in Heavenly Peace No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town!

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We fully believe that a bed is a basic need for the proper physical, emotional, and mental support that a child needs. When it was brought to our attention that the need for beds went far beyond our own neighborhoods, we stepped up and took initiative.

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Table Grace- offering food and job training!

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Table Grace- offering food and job training!

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Table Grace Cafe is to foster a community restaurant by offering great food prepared and served in a graceful manner to anyone who walks through the door.

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A variety of programs have been established throughout Nebraska with the goal of enhancing law enforcement's response toward individuals with mental illness. In Omaha, a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) model was developed and adopted as a cooperative community partnership involving law enforcement agencies, mental health service providers, mental health consumers, family members, and community stakeholders.

Through participation in this program, CIT police officers learn to recognize common forms of mental illness and to utilize the most effective means of communicating with people undergoing a crisis. The officers are trained to de-escalate the individuals in crisis and allow the consumer to participate in decision-making regarding their treatment.

For more information on CIT please follow the link.

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A variety of programs have been established throughout Nebraska with the goal of enhancing law enforcement's response toward individuals with mental illness. In Omaha, a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) model was developed and adopted as a cooperative community partnership involving law enforcement agencies, mental health service providers, mental health consumers, family members, and community stakeholders.

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Free legal assistance and ability to connect you with appropriate services.

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Legal Aid of Nebraska is committed to expanding its community presence across Nebraska. You can find us at community events, presentations, conferences, clinics, and much more. Check out our events calendar to find when we'll be in your area.

If you'd like to request a representative of Legal Aid at your next event, please fill out the outreach request form.

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Legal Aid of Nebraska is committed to expanding its community presence across Nebraska. You can find us at community events, presentations, conferences, clinics, and much more. Check out our events calendar to find when we'll be in your area. If you'd like to request a representative of Legal Aid at your next event, please fill out the outreach request form.

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Creighton University Community Lawyering Clinic

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Creighton University Community Lawyering Clinic

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Free Legal Consultations located at the Highlander on 30th Tuesday and Thursdays from 11-2 pm.

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Can assist with domestic violence, housing, bankrupty, and more

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Abrahams Legal Clinic at Creighton School of Law provides invaluable experience for law students and free legal assistance on civil matters for low-income residents of Douglas County.

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Legal Resources through Volunteer Lawyer Project

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THE NEBRASKA STATE BAR ASSOCIATION'S VOLUNTEER LAWYERS PROJECT

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Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network

1-800-657-HOPE (4673)

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24/7 Crisis Hotline Women’s Center for

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402-345-7273 Español: 402-672-7118