2024 Annual Impact Report
The 2024 Impact Report shows the variety of ways your gifts made a difference for those who sought safety. Our vision is forward-facing, knowing that as our community continues to grow, so will the need for survivor-centered shelter and support services at Friendship Home. As we plan for the future, we will also continue to […]
The Journey
The need for our services is rising. We serve more individuals each year than in previous years, and we don’t anticipate a drop in those numbers. In 2023 we served 1,664 survivors and their children but still have a daily waiting list of people seeking safe shelter? It is an ever-growing challenge to meet the […]
Thank You Lincoln!
What an incredible way to end Give to Lincoln! Friendship Home raised $179,776 throughout the month—our largest total before the match gift to date—and finished strong in 7th place on the leaderboard. Even more inspiring, the Lincoln community came together in a big way, raising over $9.3 million, setting a new Give to Lincoln record. This success is a powerful reflection of the […]
Expanding Safety and Healing for the Whole Family – Including Pets
At Friendship Home, we have always believed that every person experiencing domestic violence deserves safety, comfort, and the chance to heal. We’re proud to take that commitment even further by expanding our services to provide shelter not just for individuals and children, but for pets, too. For many facing domestic violence, leaving an abusive situation […]
Support Friendship Home During Give to Lincoln Day
Each year, our community comes together to show the power of local giving, and Give to Lincoln Day is at the heart of it all. This month-long celebration of generosity supports hundreds of nonprofits doing vital work in Lincoln, including Friendship Home. We’re excited to share that early giving begins today, May 1, and runs through Give […]
Stuff the Bus Raises over $72,000 for Survivors of Domestic Violence
We’re blown away and so deeply grateful. This year’s Stuff the Bus event raised more than $72,000 in item donations and financial gifts to support those who are experiencing domestic violence. On April 12th and 13th, generous shoppers at Walmart and Sam’s Club helped us STUFF four StarTran Buses with essential items: from toiletries to […]
Tragic Losses: The Urgent Need for Domestic Violence Action
We are devastated to hear of yet another life lost to domestic violence here in Lincoln. This is the fourth domestic homicide in our state in such a short time, and each loss cuts deep. These tragedies serve as a heartbreaking reminder of why our work is so vital. Every single life taken in this […]
Save the Date
Thanks to our friends at Walmart, Sam’s Club, StarTran, and Alpha Media, in just two months’ time, community members can easily provide highly needed items for families served at Friendship Home by picking up an extra item or two during their routine shopping trip. Saturday, April 12th & Sunday, April 13th 10:00 AM – 4:00 […]
Strike Out Sexual Assault!
Voices of Hope’s Annual Strike out Sexual Assault fundraiser registration is LIVE! Gather a team of friends and register today to help them strike out sexual assault during this bowling fundraiser. Not only will there be a raffle with some great prizes, but you and your team are encouraged to dress up in costumes! When: […]
Strike out Sexual Assault
Voices of Hope’s Annual Strike out Sexual Assault fundraiser registration is LIVE! Gather a team of friends and register today to help them strike out sexual assault during this bowling fundraiser. Not only will there be a raffle with some great prizes, but you and your team are encouraged to dress up in costumes! When: […]