In 1893, the Nebraska Children’s Home Society was founded to help children find safe and loving families after the loss of parents or guardians, or after experiencing abuse or abandonment. Today, NCHS provides a broad scope of supportive services to children and families.
Pamela Finn has forged a unique career that included roles unusual for women at the time and founding enterprises that operated in international markets, thanks to her tenacity and willingness to try new things.
2023 is just beginning, but area nonprofits are already well into the process of planning their fundraising events for what promises to be a busy year. In our ongoing efforts to support our community nonprofits, metroMAGAZINE is featuring this special 2023 Charity Event Preview on the pages ahead.
We invite you to peruse the Charity Event Preview for the organizations closest to your heart, to search for the activities you enjoy most—from golf tournaments to galas—or to simply check out the many events you can enjoy over the next 12 months while supporting the wonderful work of our nonprofit community. Be sure to visit our website, SpiritofOmaha.com, throughout the year for the latest updates and new events that are added.
Roger Weitz, who departed Opera Omaha at the end of 2022, looks back at his 11 years as General Director of Opera Omaha and his career in the arts.
Your Money | Swartzbaugh-Farber & Associates, Inc.: JAN/FEB 2023
metroSPIRIT | with Mary E. Vandenack JAN/FEB 2023
Words from my Heart | What Else is Possible NOV/DEC 2022
As the city’s chief executive since 2013, Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert oversees the operations of and financials for 13 city departments including the Mayor’s department and the Omaha City Council. She’s been described as “intense” by the media, and there’s no doubt she’s diligent, conscientious and hard working. “‘The buck stops here’ is true,” she said. “Ultimately, it’s my responsibility. So, I take that role as chief executive very seriously.”
Words from my Heart | What Else is Possible NOV/DEC 2022
UNMC is reaching new heights to strengthen Nebraska communities, address workforce challenges and respond to global emergencies. Using creativity, technology and innovation, UNMC also trains more health professionals than any other institution in Nebraska.
