On October 23, Friendship Home hosted our inaugural Illuminate: Hope Shines Here fundraising event. This was a night that brought our community together in support of those facing domestic violence. Highlights from the evening included: Over 150 guests joining us...
Read More ››We’re thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Leah Drope, was recently featured on the Agency for Change podcast from KidGlov! In this episode, Leah shares insights from over 20 years of walking alongside survivors of domestic violence and highlights...
Read More ››The countdown to Illuminate: Hope Shines Here is on, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to gather with you all. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know to be fully prepared for a night where hope truly shines. When...
Read More ››We are excited to share that ShelterMe Nebraska will be transitioning its services to Friendship Home to enhance the support available to individuals impacted by domestic violence in our community. ShelterMe has been a valuable resource in ensuring that survivors...
Read More ››Friendship Home is proud to share the exciting news that two extraordinary women connected to our mission, Leah Droge (Executive Director), and Cathy Parker (Volunteer), were recognized as finalists at the 2025 Inspire Awards. The Inspire Awards celebrate women in...
Read More ››This October, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), Friendship Home is proud to launch our peer-to-peer fundraising campaign to support survivors of domestic violence. We’re asking our incredible community to act now by creating your own fundraising page....
Read More ››Safe, stable housing is one of the most critical needs for individuals experiencing domestic violence. That’s why we are deeply grateful for our long-standing partnership with the Lincoln Housing Authority (LHA), an organization committed to ensuring housing is accessible, equitable,...
Read More ››On September 10, Friendship Home will participate once again in the annual Domestic Violence Counts survey, conducted by the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV). This is a nationwide, one-day survey of domestic violence programs and shelters, which counts...
Read More ››At Friendship Home, our work is rooted in compassion, resilience, and human connection, and that begins with our team. Recently, our incredible Board of Directors reminded us just how much they value the people behind the mission by hosting a...
Read More ››For more than two decades, Willy has been a steadfast and beloved presence at Friendship Home. As our longtime Facilities Coordinator, Willy has played a crucial role in maintaining the spaces where healing happens. Now, as he steps into a...
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