About Us
Since 2000, The Nebraska City Community Foundation Fund has been a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the community of Nebraska City through various charitable initiatives and promoting philanthropy. With over $6.5 Million invested in Nebraska City, we are committed to fostering a culture of giving and community improvement through scholarships, grants, and our willingness to connect resources across various platforms. Our organization believes in the power of collective action to bring about positive change, and we strive to create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive. Through strategic partnerships and impactful programs, we work towards building a stronger, more vibrant Nebraska City.
Our Values
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Trustworthy: We are fair, forthright in our interactions with donors,
recipients and the community, and good stewards of the resources –
time, talent and treasure – entrusted to us.
Caring: We have passion, compassion, respect and empathy for the
community and its members. We are sincere in all we do and approach
everything with a positive attitude.
Collaborative: We work with and reach out to other organizations in
the community to leverage our effort and investment. We are inclusive
and cooperative.
Our Mission
Invest in people & inspire a culture of giving by developing knowledge, skills,
leadership & the commitment necessary for community engagement.
Our Vision
Nebraska City is known as a thriving, vibrant & highly engaged regional leader.
Our Fund Advisory Committee
Cory Schlichtemeier - Chairman
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Melissa Turner - Past Chair
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Denise Davis - Secretary
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Sharon Hersemann - Treasurer
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Kay Defreece
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Brooke Chaney
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Andrea Hincapie
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Lisa Whitten
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Dr. Cole Marolf​