Community Resources Database

This five-part, 15-hour program is designed to assist beginning farmers and ranchers gain knowledge, address problems or operational weaknesses, and plan for financial success. This course will cover general goal setting, risk management, and planning. 

Delivered by 4-H staff or trained volunteers, afterschool experiences combine 4-H resources with community-based organizations and offer high-quality care, education, and development experiences to youth. 

Big Red Camps are residential, career exploration academic camps hosted by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Youth get the opportunity to explore campus, meet faculty, and spend time investigating an interest or potential career. 

A 4-H Club is an organized group of at least five youth from three different families who meet regularly with adult volunteers or 4-H staff for a long-term, progressive series of educational experiences. The purpose of a 4-H club is to provide positive youth development and foster educational opportunities to meet the needs of young people. 

The primary goal of the companion animal extension program is to improve the quality of life of companion animals. Companion animals are diverse group of animals that includes dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, companion birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and many more. 

Connecting the Dots is a full-day program for grades 9-10 delivered through an interactive college/career simulation workshop featuring military, postsecondary, and business and industry experiences. 

The Nebraska 4-H horse programs offer life-changing opportunities for youth. Along with learning horsemanship and animal husbandry, 4-H members practice life skills, such as responsibility, self-discipline, personal safety, goal setting, and keeping records. 

Next Chapter at Nebraska is a college readiness program offered to enrolled 4-H members at the beginning of their 8th-grade year. Throughout high school, Next Chapter scholars engage in a variety of events, activities, and curriculum where they will participate in career exploration, develop research skills, and experience a variety of learning methods that will help them transition to and succeed in college.   

Chick Days is an annual educational event for small and back-yard poultry producers and youth to learn more about the poultry industry. The event is open to both youth (Ages 7-18) and adults (ages 19 and up). 

Nebraska 4-H school enrichment programs are learning experiences delivered to youth in cooperation with public or private school during school hours in support of school curriculum. These programs, delivered by 4-H staff, trained volunteers, or teachers, are built to enhance the subject matter being studied in the classroom and provide non-formal, hands-on education to complement formal education. 

Nebraska 4-H summer camps provide all youth a place to discover, learn, and grow. Youth do not need to be a 4-H member to attend. We offer residential overnight camps, single day camps, and week long day camps with a variety of activities for all ages. 

Nebraska 4-H invites you to make a difference in the life of a young person! 4-H is known for hands-on learning experiences and helping youth build confidence and practical life skills. Nebraska 4-H offers a wide variety of involvement opportunities for adult volunteers, from a one-time event or program to a multi-year experience.  

For 135 years, the Nebraska Academy of Sciences has hosted an annual meeting designed to bring the scientific community across the state together to 'share their science' with professionals across the state.  Researchers, faculty, students, professionals, and citizen scientists can submit an abstract for the annual meeting held on East Campus. 

Today's agricultural industry presents students with over 300 career opportunities. Knowing that one in every three people in Nebraska is employed in an agriculturally based career, the Nebraska Agricultural Education Career Development Events (CDEs) help students develop the abilities to think critically, communicate clearly, and perform effectively in a competitive job market. 

Nebraska Athletics created the Red Carpet Experience in the fall of 2021. The program's premise is that all youth and people with special needs across the state of Nebraska deserve the opportunity to attend a Husker competition despite their socioeconomic status. The program is designed to provide participants with a pregame experience, including the chance to interact with student-athlete volunteers and a free ticket to the game. Over 4,000 tickets have been purchased, donated, and used through the Red Carpet Experience by individuals and their families. 

The Nebraska ASD Network is committed to providing up-to-date information and training based on current research about autism spectrum disorders. Each year trainings are scheduled throughout the state on high-leverage practices. Regional Coordinators and Behavior Specialists also provide onsite school district training and consultation support.

Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) is a university-based business consulting program that provides professional level consulting assistance to small businesses in Nebraska. NBDC’s Southeast Nebraska location is housed in the Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship (Hawks Hall 315). NBDC Consultants can help you: Develop/refine a business plan, define business goals, refine a target market, complete a cash flow analysis and financial projections.  

The Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families & Schools seeks to foster collaboration among the University of Nebraska's vibrant, interdisciplinary research community in the social, behavioral, and educational sciences. Our researchers are always looking to collaborate with community partners to explore research questions happening across Nebraska. 

NCPA is an innovative college access program that prepares academically talented, first-generation, income-eligible students in grades 9-12 for college and their future careers. NCPA’s college scholars also receive full financial assistance to pay the cost of college, including tuition, books, room and board, and fees. NCPA serves academically talented students from first-generation, low-income families from four high schools—Omaha North High Magnet School, Omaha South High Magnet School, Grand Island Senior High, and Winnebago Public High School. 

The Nebraska Cooperative Development Center is Nebraska's source for cooperative-based business development. We believe that the cooperative business model has the power to increase the quality of life and economic vitality of rural Nebraska. Since 1999, NCDC has provided education, training, and technical assistance to groups interested in working together to meet their needs and reach their goals. 

Throughout five centers for economic education, the council provides resources for professional development, graduate education, workshops, classroom activities, and academic competitions for teachers and students in K-12 and post-secondary institutions. Contact us if you need additional information, would like to sponsor an event, or would like to help support the council and our mission.