LCF Lincoln Littles Giving Day Raises More than $1M for Early Childhood Education
The Lincoln Community Foundation (LCF, lcf.org) raised $1,066,205 for early childhood education in Lincoln during the third annual Lincoln Littles Giving Day on February 12. Inspired by the Prosper Lincoln Early Childhood community agenda goal of increasing accessible and affordable high-quality early childhood education, funds raised will be used for tuition assistance, allowing more children in need to access quality early childhood education. This year, Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird issued the “Mayor’s Big Challenge for Lincoln Littles” to encourage community donations. The city identified one-time funds of $500,000 from the recent federal stimulus bill to contribute to Lincoln Littles. Matching sponsors provided backbone funding and, together with the community, surpassed the mayor’s challenge to raise an additional $500,000.
“Hats off to you, Lincoln!” said LCF President Barbara Bartle. “The community stepped up for our little ones during such a critical time, and your generosity was absolutely heartwarming. We extend our gratitude to the mayor for this incredible commitment and show of support. Our matching-fund sponsors and generous community answered the call with their donations. These funds will help so many working families and will give our littlest residents the best possible start.”
The Lincoln Community Foundation (LCF), established in 1955, strives to continually enrich the Lincoln community by promoting and achieving perpetual philanthropic support. The Foundation has distributed more than $168 million in grants to nonprofit organization that have improved the lives of thousands of residents. To learn more or to donate to LCF, call (402) 474-2345 or visit lcf.org.