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Irish or not, these events are for you

Written by Katie Fourney    on February 21, 2020    in
 
Find your favorite green shirt and save the date. These Shamrock-themed events are pure gold.
 

Shamrock Shuffle


The 712 Initiative and TS Bank present the 7th Annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K run/walk on Saturday, March 14. The run will take place in historic downtown Council Bluffs starting and ending on the 100 Block of West Broadway. Festive attire is encouraged for this 5K. Get your ticket now.

A street party on the 100 Block will follow the run. Complete with live music, an outdoor beer garden, a photo booth and more!
Volunteers are needed to make this event a shamrockin’ good time.
  • Pre-event volunteers: Times are flexible, with a 2 hour commitment
    • Build balloon arches
    • Stage event supplies at The 712 Initiative office

SHARE Omaha is the UNO Athletics Impact Partner Sponsor!

Written by Katie Fourney    on October 10, 2019    in
We are thrilled to announce SHARE Omaha is the UNO Athletics Impact Partner Sponsor for 2019-2020!

At every UNO Hockey game, fans will have the opportunity to engage with the featured nonprofit partner at the SHARE Omaha Impact Partner table. As SHARE Omaha amplifies the needs of local nonprofits, connecting givers to ways to volunteer and donate, SHARE Omaha is proud to offer this opportunity for nonprofits to reach new supporters, at no charge to the nonprofit. 

If your nonprofit organization is interested in a future table, apply here. 

This season, you'll see:

Friday, October 11th:
UNO Mavericks vs Alabama Huntsville
Whispering Roots

Saturday, October 12th:
UNO Mavericks vs Alabama Huntsville

Beer sampling volunteers needed: BLOCKtober Fest

Written by Katie Fourney    on September 26, 2019    in
The 712 Initiative has a fun-packed day planned for Saturday, October 5: BIKEtober and BLOCKtober Fest in Council Bluffs. The extravaganza includes BIKEtober's 22-mile fall bike ride (which supports the Pottawattamie County Trails Association) and BLOCKtober Fest's Bavarian Festival, complete with pretzel necklaces. 

'Wait, tell me more about the beer sampling volunteers needed,' you say. In order to pull off this over the top party for Council Bluffs, The 712 Initiative needs volunteers to help with the events.

EVENT SET UP VOLUNTEERS - 2 more needed
Saturday, October 5th from 10am-12pm

The first ever Don't Go Hungry Games!

Written by Katie Fourney    on September 13, 2019    in

Mouth-watering BBQ, exclusive raffle prizes and a unique volunteer opportunity: You don't want to miss the first-ever Don't Go Hungry Games!

Heartland Hope Mission invites you to join them at their Feed a Family Dinner on Thursday, October 10th to fight hunger together. This year's theme is the Don’t Go Hungry Games! Volunteers will lead guests into a game full of twists and turns, competition and prizes. Attendees will gain a new understanding of the challenges Heartland Hope Mission clients face in their day to day lives. 

To play the game, buy your tickets now for the Don't Go Hungry Games.

30 Ways to GOLF fore a cause in the Omaha metro

Written by Katie Fourney    on May 7, 2019    in
It's time to dust off your golf clubs and load up your calendar with golf events in support of great causes. Gather your foursome for an enjoyable day on one of the many great golf courses throughout the Omaha metro. With each swing, you'll help a meaningful local organization raise the funds they need to do their work.

In order of date, here are 30 ways to golf for a cause in the Omaha metro this spring and summer:

Children’s Square U.S.A.
Chip in for Children Golf Tournament
Monday, May 13, 2019
Council Bluffs Country Club – Council Bluffs
 
Lutheran Service Corps
Golf Tournament
Saturday, May 18, 2019
Eagle Hills Golf Course – Papillion
 
Ronald McDonald House Charities in Omaha
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