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Join us on July 9 for a workshop to explore next steps for expanding youth fitness in Lincoln. We’ll share Task Force recommendations and discuss the search for a lead organization to help drive this work forward. Nonprofit leaders passionate about youth well-being are encouraged to attend.
Lincoln CLCs will receive the first Place Matters Pioneer award for expanding youth sports access in 20 high-poverty schools through their “Get in the Game” project.
The Community Health Endowment awarded over $424,000 to support projects improving prenatal care, food access, mental wellness, and community connection—advancing Lincoln’s health goals.
Lincoln leaders released an action plan to improve youth fitness and sports access, with five key recommendations to help more children move, play, and thrive through community collaboration.
The Community Health Endowment will invest a record $3.28 million in 2025–26, including nearly $800,000 for new projects focused on prenatal care, food access, youth fitness, and mental wellness.
