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Community Service PartnerAddressContact NameContact PhoneContact EmailWebsiteOverview of potential service projectsConservation ProjectsEagle Scout ProjectsMission
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Abide3223 N 45th St Omaha, NE 68104Tara Wiley402-205-2127tara@abidenetwork.orghttps://www.abideomaha.org App- VOMOSecond Saturday Serve- sign up through the website- options for serving will be listed. Neighborhood improvement projects, food pantry, meal service, family and group projectsNoYes- contact Tara WileyOUR MISSION IS TO REVITALIZE THE INNER CITY, ONE NEIGHBORHOOD AT A TIME. Abide provides a holistic approach that focuses on developing stronger families, safer neighborhoods, and emerging leaders.
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City of Omaha Parks and Rec1819 Farnam St Suite 701Steve Levy402-444-4791volunteerinparks@cityofomaha.orghttps://parks.cityofomaha.org/volunteer-opportunitiesPark clean up, playground, trails, wildlife conservationYesYesThe mission of the Parks, Recreation and Public Property Department is to provide and maintain a comprehensive park system, manage public property, and offer opportunities for the citizens and visitors of the Omaha community. We encourage a healthy, positive lifestyle that is essential to a supreme quality of life.
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Conservation Nebraska206 S 13th St. STE 703 Lincoln, NE 68508Amanda Gangwish- Program Director402-325-7093info@neconserve.orghttps://neconserve.orgConservation Projects AvailableYesYes
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Food Bank for the Heartland10525 J St, Omaha, NE 68127Sarah Sadler(402) 331-1213Volunteer@FoodBankHeartland.orghttps://foodbankheartland.orgChildren and teens ages 10-15 may volunteer with adult supervision with a ratio of 1 adult to every 5 youth. Sorting/packingNoHaven't but open to itTo eliminate hunger in the Heartland by ensuring consistent access to healthy foods through community partnerships.
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Grasslands UnlimitedTrevor PelleriteEmailinfo@grasslandsunlimited.orghttps://www.grasslandsunlimited.orgGrasslands and prairie ecosystem restoration, native plant identificationyesyes
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Habitat for Humanity Omaha1701 N 24th St, Omaha, NE 68110Garrett Ross(402) 457-5657volunteer@habitatomaha.orghttps://habitatomaha.orgBuilding/painting- Min. age 14 to paint, 16 to build. Some service available at ReStore- sorting etc.NoYes
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NE Humane Society8929 Fort St. Omaha, NE 68134Jessie McBee402-444-7800 Ext 2222jmcbee@nehumanesociety.orghttps://www.nehumanesociety.orgNoYesThe Nebraska Humane Society provides education, gives shelter, encourages adoption and promotes responsible pet ownership.
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Heron Haven11809 Old Maple Rd, Omaha, NE 68164Kari Bilek(402) 493-4303kbilek@heronhaven.orghttps://heronhaven.orgWetlands and wildlife sanctuary YesYesHeron Haven is a spring-fed wetland and wildlife sanctuary. The sanctuary features one of the last oxbow wetlands of the Big Papillion Creek, within Omaha's city limits.
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Keep Omaha Beautiful1819 Farnam St., Suite 306 Omaha, NE 68183Nicole Partusch402-444-7774helloKOB@cityofomaha.orghttps://www.keepomahabeautiful.orgStorm drain projects, on going opportunities for litter clean up, Adopt A SpotYesYes- storm drain project
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Lake Cunningham8660 Lake Cunningham Rd. Omaha, NEexplorethec@lakecunningham.orghttps://explorethec.comTrash Clean Up, Trail Work, Eagle ProjectsYesYes
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Omaha Public Libraryhttps://omaha.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations?_gl=1*owhr3q*_ga*MTQwNDg0MjEwMy4xNjk0MTE5ODU4*_ga_G99DMMNG39*MTY5NDExOTg1OC4xLjEuMTY5NDExOTkyMS4wLjAuMA..https://omahalibrary.org/volunteer/For ages 11-18, application required Support library services for residents of Omaha and Douglas County.
Select from a variety of tasks, including assisting with special events and programs.
Gain new skills, such as teaching, organization, teamwork, and leadership.		No
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Omaha Zoo and Wildlife Safari Park16406 N. 292 Street Ashland, NE 68003Jennifer Gartner-Scout CoordinatorEmail firstscouts@omahazoo.comhttp://www.wildlifesafaripark.com/scoutingJennifer can work with Troops and Scouts to find suitable service projects- she has a list of ideas but is also willing to entertain creativity and ideas from ScoutsYesYes
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Omaha Project LinusBox 2 Gretna, Ne. 68028Ginny DeBates402-212-3975omahaprojectlinus@hotmail.comhttps://omahaprojectlinus.site123.me/volunteer-infoCuttting and tying fleece blankets for distribution to local organizations.NoYesTo provide love, security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill
or traumatized by providing them with handmade blankets.
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Open Door Mission2828 North 23rd Street East Omaha, NE 68110Deb Saraka402-829-1504volunteer@opendoormission.orghttps://www.opendoormission.orgVolunteer application must be filled out for all volunteers age 5 and up and can be found at opendoormission.org/volunteer Ages 8 and up can serve a meal downtown, 5 adults, and total of 15 in the group. Ages 13 and up can serve at the Toy & Joy Warehouse. Timberlake Outreach center- food pantry and sorting, Elkhorn Donation Center- small groups only 4-5 total, sortingNoYes- contact Kristin Dineen at 402-829-1538Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty.
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Salvation Army (Red Kettle Bell Ringing)registertoring.comThe Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
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Schramm Park State Rec Area21502 West Highway 31 | Gretna, NE 68028-7259402-332-3901
https://outdoornebraska.gov/location/schramm-park/
Education Center, trails, historic fish hatchery, biking, hiking, kayaking, picnicking. YesYes
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