2017

Ashley Olson on the Arts and Humanities

• Arts, Culture, Humanities

I think they help us better understand our culture and our paths that are present in our future. They make us more innovative and creative people… – Ashley Olson, Executive Director, The Willa Cather Foundation, Red Cloud

A Farewell Message From Executive Director, Marian Fey

• Arts, Culture

Today marks the start of my final week as the Executive Director of the Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Together we have accomplished much, reaching record fundraising goals and growing the circle of supporters to the arts and humanities throughout the state. Thank you for your commitment to Nebraska’s artists, programs, and organizations!

Rita Stinner on the Importance of the Arts and Humanities

It is a proven fact that those who participate in culture, arts, humanities are better citizens of the world.  – Rita Stinner, Nebraska Cultural Endowment Board Member, Scottsbluff / Gering      

Omaha Gives 2017

• Arts, Culture, Humanities

The Nebraska Cultural Endowment is honored to be participating in Omaha Gives 2017, Omaha’s 5th annual 24-hour charitable challenge which is set for this Wednesday, May 24. The giving begins at midnight with a minimum $10 donation and hourly drawings and prizes make your donations go further. When you give to the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, […]

Nebraskans for the Arts: Increasing Public Awareness And Ensuring An Ongoing Dialogue

• Arts, Culture, Government

Arts Advocacy Day 2017, State Capitol Building, Lincoln, NE Advocacy: The act or process of supporting a cause or proposal, Merriam Webster Dictionary  

Chuck Shoemaker and Lynne Friedewald Talk About The Nebraska Cultural Endowment – Video

“The Cultural Endowment is a unique entity in the United States and it shows a commitment by our legislature, by our government…and it shows a creativity to endowing the arts and humanities that we just don’t see anywhere else.” Click to see the entire video      

A Message Of Celebration From Bob Culver

All For The Match Celebration, January 10, 2017, Lincoln, NE

NEBRASKA CULTURAL ENDOWMENT WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBER

• Arts, Government, Humanities

Katie Weitz, PhD The Nebraska Cultural Endowment welcomes Katie Weitz, PhD, to its Board of Directors. Katie is currently the executive director of the Weitz Family Foundation in Omaha. She brings to the board extensive non-profit leadership and fundraising experience, as well as a strong background in the arts and education.