Grant Awarded to Expand Fitness and Sports Programs for Middle Schoolers

We are thrilled to announce that the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center and the Lincoln Community Learning Centers have secured a $95K grant to expand fitness and sports programs for middle schoolers. Our proposal titled "Get in the Game: Expanding opportunities and establishing a model for youth fitness and sports in Nebraska" was one of seven proposals selected to receive funding. This funding is a direct result of the We Give Blood drive competition, made possible by an award from Abbott and the Big Ten Conference. It is a powerful example of how corporate giving and community collaboration can directly translate into tangible benefits for youth health and well-being. 

Learn more about the funding drive: https://bigten.org/abbott/nebraska