Inside One LFS – August 2025

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Support Refugees in Nebraska with In-Kind Donations

 

At LFS, we believe every family deserves to begin their new life with dignity and comfort. That’s why we welcome in-kind donations to support refugees resettling in Nebraska. Your generosity provides more than just furniture and kitchenware—it offers a fresh start for families beginning a new chapter.

What We Need

LFS accepts gently used furniture and essential household goods, including:

  • Furniture: Couches, living room chairs, coffee tables, end tables, dressers, wardrobes, dining tables, and chairs
  • Kitchen Essentials: Dish sets, silverware, pots and pans, bowls, and utensils

All donated items must be in good repair and ready for use.

Ways to Donate

  • Schedule a Drop-Off: Visit OneLFS.org/get-involved to set up a drop-off time at our Omaha or Lincoln locations.
  • Shop Our Amazon Wish List: No furniture? No problem. Shop directly from our curated Amazon Wish List and ship items to LFS by selecting “Refugee Support” at checkout.

Questions?

Thank you for helping us provide real help and real hope to refugees in Nebraska.

 

 

A Night to Remember: Over $270,000 Raised for Dana Village at Record-Setting Event

On Saturday, July 26, a seven-course meal, 16 outstanding vintners, and the magnificent backdrop of the Holland Performing Arts Center came together for one incredible night of support for Dana Village.  

 

The Angels Share Vintner’s Dinner, a collaborative effort between the Dana Village Committee, Main Street Cellars, and Qwest Distributing, hosted a record-breaking fundraiser that raised over $270,000 toward the renovation of the Dana Village gym. The funds will go toward matching a $2 million state grant to revitalize the space, turning it into a hub for wellness, connection, and community.

 

Dana Village, located on the former Dana College campus in Blair, Nebraska, is more than just housing. It’s a place where young people aging out of the foster care system—and others in need of support—can find stability, opportunity, and belonging. From mental health care and job support to peer mentorship and intergenerational living, Dana Village is redefining what it means to grow up and grow forward.

 

The evening itself was one to savor. Chefs Ben Maides (Au Courant) and Michael Anderson (Omaha Performing Arts) collaborated to create a stunning seven-course dinner, each course paired with wines from 16 acclaimed vintners. More than one California winemaker remarked that it felt “Napa-worthy”—a high compliment indeed.

 

The live auction offered exclusive getaways, private tastings, fly-fishing adventures, and golf at Dismal River in the Nebraska Sandhills—each item another opportunity to invest in the lives of young people working to build their futures.

 

None of it would have been possible without the generosity of our sponsors: CQuence Health, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Dan Hamann and Joan Squires, BMW Omaha, Country Auto, Gunderson’s Jewelers, Pinnacle Bank, McGrath North, and Rasmussen Mechanical Services. And a huge thank-you to our incredible event co-chairs Chuck Olson, Mike West, and Jamie Eckman, who helped bring this magical night to life. To everyone who donated and attended, thank you. You are helping us turn dreams into something real at Dana Village. And this is only the beginning.

 

 

Swing for a Cause at the 2025 LFS Golf Tournament!

Join Lutheran Family Services (LFS) on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the scenic Iron Horse Golf Club in Ashland, Nebraska, for a day of golf and giving back. This annual event, proudly sponsored by the Corporal Daegan Page Foundation, supports LFS’s 40+ programs, including vital services for veterans, refugees, children, and families across Nebraska. (onelfs.org)

 

Event Details:

  • Date: September 11, 2025
  • Time: Registration at 9:00 AM | Shotgun Start at 10:00 AM
  • Location: Iron Horse Golf Club, 900 Clubhouse Drive, Ashland, NE 68003

Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a newcomer to the sport, this tournament offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day on the greens while making a meaningful impact. Proceeds from the event help fund LFS’s comprehensive services, ensuring that individuals and families receive the support they need to thrive.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities:

LFS offers various sponsorship levels, including the Presenting Sponsor at $10,000, which includes:

  • Two foursomes
  • Exclusive social media co-branding
  • Logo placement on customized pin flags and event materials
  • Tent to distribute company materials
  • 40 raffle tickets and eight drink tickets per team
  • Complimentary lunch for the team

Your sponsorship provides excellent visibility for your organization and directly supports LFS’s mission to bring real help and real hope to those in need. 

 

Ready to Tee Off?

To register or explore sponsorship opportunities, please visit the LFS 2025 Golf Tournament for more information.

Let’s come together for a day of camaraderie, competition, and compassion. We look forward to seeing you on the course!

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