Join us in ensuring every family has the resources they need to thrive in 2026!

Family Service Lincoln is a lifeline for the community, with critical services across 6 programs supporting access to food, housing, and the physical and mental wellbeing of youth.

See what our Programs have accomplished in 2025:

Housing and Support Services

280 people in 144 households experiencing homelessness worked with FSL's supportive case managers to secure safe housing and are working towards self-sufficiency.

“I appreciate you and everyone that has made this possible. You not only gave us a roof and lots of memories, but a yard to grow food and play. Thank you so very much!”

“My case worker has a heart of gold. Her patience is outstanding, she's genuine, and she really listens.”

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

3,334 clients received support in our WIC office, accessing resources on infant feeding options, healthy foods, and affordable meal prepping.

"They’ve helped me a great balance of nutrition for my premature son. Understanding when it comes to my son’s lactose intolerance needs and helped me through that. I got amazing advice and tips when I was pregnant and breast feeding. I absolutely love the amount of support I receive from all of them!"

Behavioral Health

573 youths received mental and behavioral health therapies at no cost to families, across 38 sites in Lincoln and the surrounding counties.

“It got to a point where I would call 988 almost 3 times a week. Now, I feel I have no need to do that anymore.”
["The most helpful thing about therapy has been] being able to talk to someone about my problems and know that they are being heard and handled with respect and care.”

Community Crops

222 households were provided with the resources and support to grow their own food across 11 garden sites – including our new Belmont Garden.

“Meeting other gardeners as I work on my garden, sharing the beautiful vegetables, and reminiscing about the days when my dad was alive and we used to grow food in his garden.”
"I love gardening at 14th & D and have met so many new neighbors there! It's a joy to tend to the garden and share produce with my community, and I am grateful for Community Crops providing this opportunity in our neighborhood!"

Youth Development

2,019 children provided expanded learning opportunities in our before and afterschool programs.

“Having safe, consistent school care gives me peace of mind knowing my child is in a trusted place, having fun, and being cared for while I’m at work."

Childcare Food Program (CCFP)

580 in-home childcare providers served fresh and healthy meals to 9,638 children across Nebraska, sustaining their businesses and supporting families.

“This is an awesome program and I love having it available to me. It sure helps with the cost of groceries to provide good and nutritious meals for my daycare kids.”

“I’m so thankful for all the work the wonderful people put into the food program.  Without it I feel our children wouldn’t be as educated about the importance of good nutrition.”

FiftyOne Commons to Open in 2026!

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In 2025, we made huge strides in the development of FiftyOne Commons:

The Rowhouses are completed! Families are moving in and making a home.
The STEAM Activity Center is framed, roofed, and ready for the interior build.
The Community Garden and landscape are designed, ready to feed residents and beautify the neighborhood.

Donate to help us open the doors next summer, and create a vibrant community space in northeast Lincoln!

Family Service Lincoln 2025 Year End Giving