Als in the Heartland

Established in 1927, the Urban League of Nebraska is a nonprofit organization that offers direct services through programming and advocacy for economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights. Headquartered in Omaha, Neb., it is one of the affiliates in over 30 states of the National Urban League movement. The Urban League of Nebraska partners with various organizations, such as ConAgra Foods, First Data Corporation, Lozier Corporation, The Burlington Capital Group, McCarthy Group, American National Bank and MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company. It employs various volunteers who offer a variety of fundraising, community awareness and leadership skills development programs. The Urban League of Nebraska operates the Whitney Young, Jr. Academy, which provides opportunities for the academic, personal, career and social development of people.

Founded in 1920, Omaha Home for Boys is a charitable organization offering a wide range of services and programs for youth and families. The organization has served more than 9,000 boys from various parts of the United States. It has a capacity of more than 60 at its main campus and over 25 at its Cooper Village facility, a residential psychiatric treatment home. Its main campus includes residential cottages, a learning center with a library, computer lab, art center and classrooms, recreation center with a gymnasium, swimming pool, weight and game room, wood shop, and tennis and racquetball courts. Omaha Home for Boys is nationally approved by the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children. It is located in Omaha, Neb.

United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, as well as their families and communities. Through their unique and fun programs and services, they strive to promote independence, productivity, and full citizenship for people with disabilities. With a mission to be the indispensable resource for individuals with disabilities, United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska works tirelessly to advance the well-being and inclusion of those they serve. Through their affiliate network, they have positively impacted the lives of millions, making a significant difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities.Generated from the website