Our History
Volunteers of America has a long history of serving rural Nebraska. Mary Beard started the affiliate in 1944 by holding a birthday party for herself and donating free school supplies and silver dollars to children who attended. Volunteers of America —Western Nebraska continues the Mary Beard Birthday Party today and provides a community of support for children with preschool, a childcare center, and an after-school program.
In 1984, Volunteers of America started a community health promotion program and incorporated in the state of Nebraska. Community support has allowed the organization to grow and expand.
We hope you will join us — share in our programs, and volunteer or support our services.