As 2025 began, so did the Nebraska Blue Foundation’s inaugural grant cycle. The foundation powers Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s philanthropic initiatives, supporting programs that improve the health and well-being of Nebraskans and the economic vitality of the state. The foundation’s first grant cycle, which launched in January, asked Nebraska nonprofits to submit
On Friday, Sept. 12, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) employees volunteered at local organizations to celebrate United Way of the Midlands’ (UWM) Day of Caring. The annual volunteer event, hosted by UWM, brings together individuals, families and teams from across the metro to support meaningful projects and local nonprofits. BCBSNE employees volunteered
Volunteers at Crofton’s Dam Race went all out, transforming water stations into themed experiences. From “The Waterboy” to “Rawr! Dinosaurs,” they handed out water in costumes, bringing energy and creativity to participants. Each year, volunteers dress up and hold a competition of their own as they support athletes along the race route: Best Dam Water
Carson Radcliff, a Wilber, Nebraska native, decided to pursue a health care degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) because of his desire to make a difference in rural communities like his own. “As you grow up in a small town, you see that sometimes people have to travel over an hour for
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) employees rounded the bases in June for Food Bank for the Heartland’s Strike Out Hunger competition. This year, BCBSNE supplied 15,747 meals for individuals and families in 93 counties across Nebraska and western Iowa. Each summer, Food Bank for the Heartland puts on a friendly competition among
South Platte students and staff celebrate the donation. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently donated $1,000 to South Platte Public Schools’ physical education program. South Platte received the donation from BCBSNE for taking the pledge to participate in the company’s annual National Walk at Lunch (NW@L) Day event, which brings
Through the ups and downs of life, finding the right job that sparks passion in you can be challenging. Terel Dunn has been faced with bumps in his career path, but he has never let any of it deter him. “A while ago I could’ve told you exactly where I was going to be,”
Students at North Platte High School (NPHS) have access to an expanded food and essential item pantry thanks to a $5,000 donation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) Healthy Home Team initiative. BCBSNE introduced Healthy Home Team in 2024, inviting schools across Nebraska to apply for a $500 grant to
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently wrapped up its annual fundraising campaign supporting United Way of the Midlands (UWM) during which employees raised over $363,600 and volunteered a total of 164 hours. UWM is a local organization dedicated to helping the most vulnerable work toward independence through programs fostering basic needs, education and
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) partnered with YMCAs statewide in October to host free flu shot clinics for community members ages six and older. This year, Hy-Vee Pharmacy, Think Whole Person Healthcare, Public Health Solutions and Red Willow Health Department administered flu shots to 421 clinic attendees. At the Cooper Family YMCA
