Join The Omaha World-Herald and United Way of the Midlands (UWM) to help your neighbors in need by supporting Goodfellows.
Many of our neighbors across our community are struggling. Nearly one-quarter of Nebraskans have missed a housing payment or weren’t confident they would make next month’s payment; local nonprofits are continually providing more and more food to those in need and thousands of people are calling United Way’s 211 Helpline seeking help to avoid eviction, keep their lights or feed their families.
You can make a difference by giving to Goodfellows today.
For more than a century, Goodfellows has been a pillar of support for individuals and families in need across the Omaha metro area. In partnership with the Omaha World-Herald and United Way of the Midlands, the Goodfellows program raises funds to provide critical assistance to those facing hardships. From offering emergency financial relief and helping ensure families stay in their homes, to making sure they have the necessities they need –Goodfellows is committed to providing a helping hand and making a lasting impact in our community.
Together, we can uplift our neighbors in need—because no one should face tough times alone.
Through Goodfellows, we offer crucial support to families on tight budgets by mobilizing community funds during a crisis.
Rent, mortgage and utility support for more than
58% for utilities aid
42% for housing support
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which provided a monthly supplement to 1,100 children
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for local families in need
Shoes, coats and clothing for more than
at 76 schools
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