Welcome

We advocate for policies and programs that support the well-being of our community. We work with local lawmakers and organizations to promote social justice, equity, and access to essential services.

We offer a variety of educational programs designed to empower individuals and families with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. Our programs cover topics like financial literacy, health and wellness, and job readiness.

We believe that community engagement is key to building strong, resilient neighborhoods. We organize and sponsor a variety of events and activities that bring people together and promote a sense of belonging.

We maintain a list of community resources, including food banks, shelters, and other essential services. Our goal is to connect individuals with the services they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives.

State Level

To apply to get help with food, utilities, healthcare, childcare, and other needs

· https://iserve.nebraska.gov/

· https://www.findhelp.org/

· https://search.ne211.org/

Childcare

· https://www.nechildcarereferral.org/

Food

· Foodbank for the Heartland hotline for SNAP/Food resources 1-855-444-5556

o https://foodbankheartland.org/food-resources/find-food/

o SNAP https://foodbankheartland.org/food-resources/snap/

· WIC near you http://signupwic.com/

o USDA and TEFAP The Emergency Food Assistance Program 402-560-0480, Contact: Chad Mohr, Coordinator chad.mohr@nebraska.gov, https://www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/applicant-recipient

Transportation

· https://www.nebraskatransit.com/list-of-providers

· https://www.nebraskatransit.com/map-of-providers

No medical emergency transport through Medicaid

· Nebraska Total Care

o https://www.nebraskatotalcare.com/members/medicaid/benefits-services/transportation.html

· UHC 

o https://www.uhcprovider.com/en/health-plans-by-state/nebraska-health-plans/ne-comm-plan-home/ne-cp-transportation.html

o To schedule a ride for a UnitedHealthcare Community Plan member, please call 866-394-3984, Available 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Central Time, Monday – Friday

o https://www.mymodivcare.com/

Health

· SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Hotline 1-800-662-4357

· Suicide Prevention 988

· Access Nebraska https://dhhs-access-neb-menu.ne.gov/start/?tl=en

County Level

Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Keya Paha, Rock counties

· Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership - Programs include community health, early childhood, family outreach, and housing

o https://centralnebraskacap.com/our-programs/

o O'Neill Office--202 South 10th Street--Phone: 402-336-4298

Holt/Boyd counties 

· Holt Boyd Community Connections Collaborative, Utilities and housing, 402-340-2232 https://holtboydcommunityconnectionsco.godaddysites.com/ 

Food

Antelope county

· Antelope County Food Pantry, Requirements: Sign USDA form (no ID required to receive USDA/TEFAP food). 110 W 5th St, Neligh, NE 68756, (402) 843-5307, Thurs 1st and 3rd Thurs of each month, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Brown county 

· Long Pine Mobile, The Palace: 485 N Main St, Long Pine, NE 69217, Sat JULY 8: 8:30 am - 10:30 am

Cherry county

· Northwest Community Action Partnership (NCAP Food and Nutrition Programs) - Valentine Extra Helpings Food Pantry, Requirements: Please call partner for more information. 312 E Third St, Valentine, NE 69201, (402) 376-1886, Mon 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm, Wed 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm

· Bloomfield Cares Mobile, First Trinity Lutheran Church: 402 E Main St, Bloomfield, NE 68718, Sat JULY 22: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Holt County

· Atkinson/Stuart Pantry - West Holt Health Ministries, Requirements: Sign USDA form (no ID required to receive USDA/TEFAP food). 108 State St, Atkinson, NE 68713, (308) 548-8044, Wed 1st and 3rd Weds of each month, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

· O'Neill United Methodist Church (UMC) Pantry, Requirements: Sign USDA form (no ID required to receive USDA/TEFAP food). 404 West Cedar St, O'Neill, NE 68763, (402) 336-1883, Thurs 1st and 3rd Thurs of each month, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

· The O'Neill Ministerial Association has a benevolence fund for food. Contact the O'Neill Police Department to access. 401 E Fremont St, O'Neill, NE 68763, (402) 336-1955

· Faith Community Church has a benevolence fund. Address: 515 N 10th St, O'Neill, NE 68763, Phone: (402) 336-3263, Visit FCC to fill out a form. Gift Cards are given to Turpin’s Rodeo Market

Knox County

· Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership (CAP) – Creighton, Requirements: Driver's License, Social Security card, proof of residency, proof of Income, fill out paperwork (no ID required to receive USDA/TEFAP food). 808 Chase Ave, Creighton, NE 68729, (402) 358-5297, Mon - Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm by appointment

· Faiths United Food Pantry, Evangelical Lutheran Church: 2532 Apple St, Niobrara, NE 68760, (402) 370-9501, Tues Typically last Tues of each month, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Thurs Typically last Thurs of each month, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Pierce County

· Plainview Ministerial, Plainview United Methodist Church: 103 W Woodland St, Plainview, NE 68769, Sat JULY 22: 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Rock County

· Rock County Pantry, Requirements: Proof of residency in Rock County (no ID required to receive USDA/TEFAP food), 656 Sunrise Cir, Bassett, NE 68714, (402) 760-2180, Mon 3rd Mon of each month, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Transportation

Antelope county

· Avera Creighton Hospital 402-358-5734

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

· City of Neligh Dial-A-Ride public transit 402-887-4225

· North Fork Area Transit 402-379-4595

Boyd County

· Avera Creighton Hospital 402-358-5734

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

Brown County

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

Cherry county – transport only for Valentine

· Open Plains Transit 308-761-8747

Holt County 

· Avera Creighton Hospital 402-358-5734

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

Keya Paha County

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

Knox County

· Avera Creighton Hospital 402-358-5734

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

· Cedar County Transit 402-640-6147 (towns of Crofton, Bloomfield, and Wausa)

· Ponca Express 877-769-3111 200 mile radius from Niobrara and Norfolk offices

· Santee Sioux Nation Tatanka Transit 408-857-3338 serves the Santee Sioux Nation reservation

Pierce County 

· Avera Creighton Hospital 402-358-5734

· North Fork Area Transit 402-379-4595

· City of Plainview Handivan 402-582-4928 – Only Plainview

Rock County 

· Avera St. Anthony’s hospital 402-336-5176

Health

Antelope County

· Antelope County Counseling, Counseling and Enrichment Center, 325 M St. #106, Neligh, Ne68756, 402-887-9000

Holt County 

· Holt County Counseling, Counseling and Enrichment Center, 614 N. 4th Street, Suites 105 & 106, O’Neill, NE 68763, 402-992-1512

· COR Therapeutic Services, LLC, 614 N 4th Street, #104, O'Neill, NE 68763,402-500-6870

Our support network provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals to connect with others and receive emotional support. We offer a variety of support groups and counseling services to help individuals cope with life's challenges.

Our volunteer program provides individuals with the opportunity to make a positive impact in their community. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, including mentoring, tutoring, and community service projects.