What does WE mean to me?
Everyone has their own idea of we. It can mean our family, friends, and circle of loved ones. Or, we can mean members of our ever-expanding community, whose fortunes are intertwined with our own. We can even be an action – community gatherings, neighborhood projects, town- or citywide initiatives tackling shared issues.
Here are what members of our community say we means to them:
Tell us what we means to you and we’ll share it among our #CivicCelebrations! Here’s how to participate:
›› Click here to donate to the Civic Celebrations Fund and enter the amount you wish to donate.
›› Under your donation amount, select the “Add a dedication” box.
›› Choose “In honor of” from the drop-down menu.
›› In the field, tell us what we means to you. Then, finish the transaction. Your words will appear on this page and our social media platforms throughout the holiday season!
›› Share your Civic Celebration on social media to let your networks know what you are grateful for this time of year! Don’t forget to use the hashtag #CivicCelebration. Alternatively, you can email us and tell us what we means to you!
Celebrate. Donate.
In 2021, Civic Nebraska provided students healthy, safe spaces to learn and grow; we protected the rights of Nebraska voters through advocacy and education; and we partnered with residents to lift up neighborhood and community voices across the state.
Help us continue to build and strengthen community in Nebraska – donate today.
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