NONPROFIT NEWS MICAH House to Host Champagne and Diamonds, Kentucky Derby Fundraiser MICAH House will hold their coveted Champagne and Diamonds fundraiser on Saturday, May 2, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs. Dress in your best Kentucky Derby attire if you plan to attend. Big hats encouraged! The 23rd annual event will feature a silent and live auction, dinner, livestreaming of the Kentucky Derby, and their highly-anticipated diamond raffle. Sponsorships and tickets are still available! Founded in 1986, MICAH House is an emergency homeless shelter that serves families and women in the Omaha-Metro area and Southwest Iowa. For information on sponsoring the event, please contact Ashley Flater, aflater@themicahhouse.org, or purchase individual tickets online at themicahhouse.org/derby.
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Jennie Edmundson Foundation Opens Applications for 2020 Nursing Scholarships The Jennie Edmundson (JE) Foundation nursing scholarship applications are now available for the 202021 academic year. These scholarships are provided through the JE Foundation’s Nursing Education Scholarship Fund, the Stahlnecker Trust Nursing Scholarship Fund, the Jennie Nursing Alumni scholarship fund, and the Alice Oth Charitable Foundation. Each scholarship is earmarked for individuals pursing a degree in nursing through an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, RN to BS, Masters in Nursing, or Advanced Practice Nursing program. Applications must be submitted by April 5 for consideration. Students who are currently enrolled, have been accepted, or plan to be accepted into a nursing program for the 2020-21 academic year are encouraged to apply. The scholarships will be awarded in June for the fall semester. Visit the Jennie Edmundson Foundation’s website at jehfoundation.org to download an application packet or contact Sandy Westphal at (712) 396-6059 / sandy.westphal@nmhs.org.
Heartland Hope Mission Presents Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon April 4 Heartland Hope Mission will be hosting their annual volunteer appreciation lunc heon on Saturday, April 4. Each year, Heartland Hope selects a new theme for the luncheon. This year, guests of honor will come with their boots, spurs, cowboy hats, and bandannas for: Yeehaw! A Volunteer Shindig. Over 100 volunteers will enjoy a burger bar buffet and have fun roasting marshmallows on their tables’ campfire centerpieces. In addition, prizes, games, photo ops, and an awards ceremony will make for a memorable event. Heartland Hope Mission operates one of the largest food pantries in the state, but they are “More than a Pantry” as they help families work toward self-sufficiency. They primarily serve working poor families and those who may be facing a crisis situation with a week’s supply of food, clothing, diapers, job resources, and community referrals. Like and follow Heartland Hope Mission’s Facebook and LinkedIn pages (@ HeartlandHopeMission) to stay up to date on all the great work they are doing. You can become a volunteer at Heartland Hope Mission by visiting HeartlandHopeMission.org and filling out the volunteer form. #PrintProudDigitalSmart
Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Basketball Bash 2020 to Feature More Activities Big Brothers Big Sisters Big of the Midlands is excited to announce that the Big Basketball Bash fundraising event hosted by Service League is back again on Sunday, March 28, from 4 to 10 p.m. This year, the Bash will be bigger and better than ever, featuring six large screens to watc h the Marc h Madness tournament, food, drinks, a silent auction, virtual reality, photo booth, games, and so much more! Service League invites you to grab your friends and come to the UNO Scott Conference Center for an unforgettable evening. Not only will it will be fun, but the funds raised will make a meaningful impact on Big Brothers Big Sisters. For 60 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has strived for all youth in the program to reach their full potential. A Big Brother, Big Sister, or Big Couple provides youth with a sense of safety and security, emotional support, and social skill promotion. Bigs and Littles are matched based on common interests so they can have the benefit of doing activities together that they both enjoy. With a Big by their side, more Littles are discovering who they are and what they can achieve in life. Big Brothers Big Sisters is working to clear the path for our youth’s biggest possible futures. For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands or to purchase your tickets to the event, go online to bbbsomaha.org. If you’re interested in becoming a $1,500 Tip-Off Sponsor for this event, contact Lauren Mohatt, assistant director of development, at lmohatt@bbbsomaha.org / (402) 905-3331. MARCH 2020 Strictly Business 27
