Cultivating the good life.
Our mission is to maximize the potential of Nebraska’s children, youth, and families through collaboration and community-centered impact.
-
1 out of 5 Nebraska children lives in poverty -
25% of youth who age out of foster care will become homeless. -
85% of brain architecture is set by age 3.
Weren't able to join us for Changemakers 2025?
Watch the panel here and learn how Nebraska Children's collaborative efforts are helping create a stable, skilled workforce.
Join the prevention movement
Find more information about our work and join the movement by signing up for our newsletter or making an online gift.
Stories of Progress
In Nebraska’s classrooms, clinics, and credential programs, a seat has been vacant for a generation. What would it take to fill it? by Dr. Joe DiCostanzo, Vice President, Education – Nebraska Children and Families Foundation THE CHAIR Step into a…
Why Teaching Youth Advocacy Is So Important Imagine standing in front of your state’s governor at sixteen years old, presenting a carefully researched argument about a bill that could change lives — and doing it with confidence, evidence, and heart.…
What if the person who once needed support became the one offering it? That’s exactly what happened to Tyeisha Thompson. As a young person navigating challenges as she transitioned to adulthood, she felt alone—like no one could understand her story.…
