During a four-day period, volunteers accepted cash donations in the downtown area before the Nebraska vs. Ohio State football game, and also at Sam’s Club and Walmart stores, Russ’s Market and Super Saver stores, and SouthPointe Pavilions. They raised more than $55,000 for hunger relief and homeless prevention services. In addition to the efforts of volunteers, local businesses and individuals sponsored the event.
MTKO is a hunger relief and outreach center that provides beyond basic needs to embolden people to have hope. Annually, MTKO provides over 110,000 nutritious meals to the hungry in Lincoln and nearly 40,000 homeless prevention services such as housing, substance use evaluations, life skills classes, nutrition counseling, and help with obtaining vital identification documents.