For families facing food insecurity or unexpected hardship, the support of a caring community can make all the difference. This month, we are proud to highlight Heartland Hope Mission, a faith-based organization dedicated to ending hunger, preventing homelessness, and helping families build brighter futures.

Through its food and clothing pantry, Heartland Hope Mission provides families with a week’s worth of free groceries, along with clothing, diapers, job resources, and referrals to additional community support. The organization also offers specialized programs including assistance for new and expecting parents, rural outreach services, youth mentorship crisis response and disaster relief, and holiday initiatives such as the Hope-Filled Christmas and Adopt-a-Family program. In 2025 alone, the organization served more than 88,000 people through its pantry and programs—providing nearly two million meals, more than double the number served just four years ago.

Community members will have several opportunities to get involved this year:

🎉 Red, White & Blue Block Party

📅 June 27 | 📍 2021 U Street

Get ready for an unforgettable day of community, connection, and celebration! 🇺🇸 This high-energy block party is all about bringing people together and serving families in a fun, meaningful way.

🙌 Volunteers needed from 9:30 AM–3:00 PM—Email Amanda@Heartlandhopemission.org to sign up to serve!

⛳ Hope on the Green Golf Outing

📅 July 28 | 🕙 10:00 AM | 📍 Tiburon Golf Club

Tee up for a day of golf, networking, and purpose! Whether you're hitting the course or sponsoring a team, this event is a fantastic way to have fun while making a real difference for local families.

🏌️‍♂️ Grab a spot, form a team, or become a sponsor at onecau.se/hopeonthegreen26

RSVP for the golf outing at the same website, or emailAmanda@heartlandhopemission.org

✨ The Gift of Hope Gala

📅 October 23 | 🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 Marriott Capitol District

Step into an elegant, Hallmark-inspired evening as we kick off the Christmas season in Omaha—the season of giving. This unforgettable night is filled with inspiration, celebration, and impact.

🎁 Sponsor a table, purchase tickets, donate auction items, or join in the excitement of our live auction and raffle at onecau.se/giftofhope26

🎄 Adopt a Family This Christmas

🌐 AdoptaFamily.net

This is where the joy of Christmas truly comes to life. Gather your family, friends, coworkers, or church group and adopt a local family for the holidays—shopping for gifts, meeting real needs, and creating a Christmas they’ll never forget.

💛 A perfect way to make the season meaningful and memorable together.

You can adopt a family in need beginning November 1, 2026 at AdoptaFamily.net

To learn more, volunteer, or support local families, visit heartlandhopemission.org.