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We are pleased that you have chosen to join Darlene and I this evening for the Completely KIDS Big Red Tailgate. We could not be more honored to serve as the 2015 Honorary Chairmen.
For nearly 20 years, we have supported Completely KIDS in its commitment to improving the lives of children and families in the Omaha community. Through the agency’s work in area schools and homeless shelters, Completely KIDS provides access to and meets the basic needs of the children and families in its programs. The agency empowers them to overcome barriers to their success by providing a safe environment, academic assistance, nutrition education and healthy food, and by connecting parent with child and families to the community.
With your support of Big Red Tailgate, Completely KIDS will be able to serve more kids and families and maintain its high-quality, rounded approach to programming. We believe in the work of Completely KIDS and are happy to help in raising money with you this evening. Thank you to each individual and corporation who contributed to the success of the 2015 Big Red Tailgate!
Sincerely,
Darlene and Randy Mueller2015 Honorary Chairs
• Safe: Completely KIDS provides a safe environment with caring adult mentors.
• Healthy: Through healthy meals and the Weekend Food Program, youth receive nourishment, which helps reduce hunger and concentration issues due to hunger.
• Successful: We provide homework help and enrichment activities that reinforce what is being taught in the classroom.
• Connected: Completely KIDS strengthens families by engaging parents with their children and connecting families to the resources they so desperately need.
completelykids.org
iOur Mission
T he mission of Completely KIDS is to educate and empower kids and families to create a safe, healthy, successful and connected community. In supporting this mission, we assist more than 2,000
children and families each year in overcoming barriers, as a result of poverty, to their success.
Research shows that growing up in poverty can have a significant impact on a child’s cognitive development, emotional well-being and physical health, thus impacting his or her ability to be successful. Completely KIDS has consistently seen the impacts of poverty in the lives of the families it works with and has developed program components that support our mission and specifically address each area of need.
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Dear Friends,
Thank you for choosing to spend your evening with us. We have an enjoyable event planned that will get your sports spirit hyped up for tomorrow’s game and will leave you feeling great about the impact you have made on the children and families of Completely KIDS.
Big Red Tailgate allows us to share our mission, encourage continued support of our agency, thank those of you who make our work possi-ble, and celebrate your investment in Completely KIDS and the Omaha community.
As an agency, we are grateful to 2015 Event Chair Kristin Lewis and her committee for the countless hours they have spent in preparing for this event. This evening’s program combines old favorites with a fresh spin. As Guild members and volunteers, this committee advocates for and supports our agency by giving of their time and money year after year.
And to 2015 Honorary Chairmen Darlene and Randy Mueller, thank you for your years of support at our events, to our yearly fund drive and to our individual programs. With your contributions, you invest in our orga-nization and in the families we serve, and strengthen the vitality of the Omaha community.
Please continue to enjoy your evening!
Penny ParkerExecutive Director
Cocktails, Silent Auction & Super Silent Auction
Dinner & EntertainmentFeaturing Completely KIDS participants and former Huskers Emcee: Travis Justice
Live Auction & RaffleAuctioneer: Andy Liakos
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7:30
8:15
OvertimeEnd Zone Caramel Apple Pie
Blitz Lemon Bar
Game Time:Heisman Steak with Roasted Garlic Cream
First and Ten Loaded Mashed PotatoesGridiron Vegetable Skewer
Pre-GameTurf Garden Salad
Punt Rolls
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TreasurerSecretary
Treasurer-ElectVP CommunityVP Fundraising
Advisor
LinebackerACCESSbank
Bank of the WestBellevue University
BKD, LLPCox Communications
DeloitteDundee Bank
First National BankFun Services
Fusion Medical StaffingGallup
Great Southern BankGreat Western Bank
Koley JessenLeo A Daly
Jodie & Bill MackintoshMarketSphere
Darlene & Randy MuellerNorthern Natural Gas
Omaha TrackMarjean & Dave Stamm
TD AmeritradeUnion Bank and Trust
Union Pacific
kMembers:
Honorary ChairsGuild President
Event ChairExecutive Director
Darlene & Randy MuellerMarjean StammKristin LewisPenny Parker
Jen AllowayBrandi Ballan
Jen BarteltKate Brownrigg
Nikki CripeHeather EfawSuzie Fogarty Desri Gocken
Dana GonzalesAmy Grohe
Andi HallgrenJulia Hernandez
Pam HessionEmily Jung
Lori Kardell Nikki Kirshenbaum
Lori KleinschmitJenny KluverKara KrehbielAmy Lindsay
Catherine MahoneySarah McGowan
Amy ParksKris PattonHolly Perez
Jennifer Peterson Arlene Porzelt
Patti Pryor
Beth RaperAngela Rock Kris Schaff
Christine SchulteKate Shafer
Brenda Smith Sara Sykes
Janet Thayer Kelly Titus
Ashley TrankleBarbara Tripp
Emily Wageman Laurie WebbCarrie Weiler
Jen AllowayBrandi Ballan
Nikki CripeHeather EfawSuzie Fogarty Desri Gocken
Dana GonzalesAndi Hallgren
Julia Hernandez Pam Hession
Jessica JakshaEmily Jung
Nikki Kirshenbaum Lori Kleinschmit
Jenny KluverKara KrehbielKristin LewisAmy Lindsay
Catherine MahoneyKris Patton
Jennifer Peterson
Arlene PorzeltPatti PryorBeth Raper
Christine SchulteBrenda Smith Sara Sykes
Janet Thayer Kelly Titus
Ashley Trankle Emily Wageman
Laurie WebbCarrie Weiler
kGuild Board:
Amy GroheAngela RockAmy ParksLori KardellKate BrownriggKris Schaff
President: Marjean StammPresident-Elect: Sarah McGowan
*We apologize for any names omitted due to printing deadlines.
QuarterbackKiewit Corporation
Valmont Industries, Inc.
Running BackMcCarthy CapitalParker Family FoundationPinnacle Bank
Special TeamsAmerican National BankFrederick BarnhillAlyson CarstensChildren’s Hospital & Medical CenterLinda B. Ford, M.D.Joyce GrayJenny & Tom HaaseMary Jo & Bob LangdonPhyllis & Les LawlessPegler Family FoundationKim & Donn RaymondSharon & Bob SwartzbaughKimberly WalshVicki & Dr. Dean WamplerJoy & Gordon WatanabeMary & John Wilson
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uBen Baldwin
John Barnhart Brian BrownriggJody CarstensRobyn DevoreLinda DuganNancy Edick
Kathy EnglishMichele GrewcockLaurie Gruneich
Erin MurnanKathryn MurphyBrian Pickering
Todd ScholzRandy Tripp
Guild President: Marjean Stamm
Cost: $20Package #1: In-Home Dinner for 8 by Kona Master Chef
Enjoy the intoxicating smells of Kona Grill cuisine being prepared in your own home with this private dinner for eight by Kona’s Master Sushi Chef
Chu Kim. To help you entertain your guest in style, this package also includes bottles of Japanese and European wine and beer, Sake cups, Japanese tea, cookies, green tea and chocolate sweets. Donated by
Pam and Conal Hession and Kona Grill.
Package #2: MancaveThis raffle package is a win for your mancave, complete with a 32” smart TV and autographed footballs by Mike Riley and Tom Osborne. Donated
by Friends of Completely KIDS, Tom Osborne, and Mike Riley.
Package #3: His & Hers BlingMake a couple’s statement with beautiful diamond earrings by Mark
Edwards and a men’s Invicta watch. Donated by Mark Edwards, and Kristin and Chuck Lewis.
For a more personal approach in giving to Completely KIDS, please consider sponsoring a child. For $500, you will receive a statue, description
of the child and updates on his/her progress throughout the year. Your gift will cover a portion of the costs for food, field trips, program materials,
educational and enrichment programming, and administration. Visit the Sponsor-a-Child table (located near the Silent Auction tables) and choose a boy or girl to sponsor. This year’s Sponsor-a-Child features children from
CK 26, the program at Completely KIDS headquarters.
Cost: $20You might be going in blind, but step up and take your pick!
Gift cards are valued at $20-$100.
kMembers:
Amy GroheAngela RockAmy ParksLori KardellKate BrownriggKris Schaff
Officers
Chairman: Doug GlassChairman-Elect: Steve Lindsay
Treasurer: Amber CarmanSecretary: Amie Schellpeper
Past Chairman: Margaret HershiserAt Large: Doug BarlowAt Large: Dan GomezAt Large: Chase Meyer
Bob BatesCindy Bay
Lynne BoyerTim Daugherty
N.P. Dodge, Jr.Linda B. Ford, M.D.
Mary Kay Greenberg Diny Landen
Carl MammelLloyd A. MeyerSandy ParkerAnn Stinson
Lyn Wallin Ziegenbein
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1. Auctions open at 6 p.m. All items will have a bid sheet in front of them. Each bidder must write his or her name, bid number and the amount of the bid on the item’s bid sheet. You are responsible for any bid you make.
2. Each item is assigned a minimum bid. No bid under the minimum will be accepted.
3. Each bid must exceed the previous bid by at least the minimum increase as stated on the bid sheet. Bids must be written on the first blank available.
4.Values stated have been provided by donors or are Completely KIDS estimates.
5. All auction certificates and services must be used by their expiration dates.
6. Auctions close at 7:30 p.m. Each Silent Auction or Super Silent Auction winner will be given a receipt by an auction runner at his/her table. Your receipt must indicate “PAID” in order for you to pick up your item(s) at the Silent Auction display table. If you participated in Express Checkout, your receipt will show “PAID” and you may proceed directly to the Silent Auction or Super Silent Auction table. If your receipt shows “BALANCE DUE,” you must pay at the Auction Checkout (located in the lobby) and receive a new receipt showing “PAID” before your items can be picked up from the Silent Auction or Super Silent Auction table. Please save this receipt for tax purposes.
7. All auction items must be removed the evening of the event. Present your receipt marked “PAID” to receive items. All gift certificates are available for pickup at the Auction Checkout in the lobby.
EXPRESS PAY
For your convenience, we are offering Express Pay this evening. MASTERCARD and VISA are accepted. Avoid the long lines of checkout and help simplify the checkout process by using Express Pay in advance. Visit the registration table where a copy of your credit card will be made and placed in our file for the evening. Your purchases will be processed and a receipt will be given to you following tonight’s program. If you used Express Pay and did not have any purchases this evening, your credit card copy will be destroyed. Credit card information will be handled only by our guild treasurer to ensure confidentiality.
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1. The auction begins at 8:15 p.m. and will continue until all items have been auctioned. Attendees will have the opportunity to view auction packages prior to bidding.
2. Payment by the successful bidder must be made at the end of the auction. Payment may be made with cash, check, Visa or Mastercard. Checks should be made payable to Completely KIDS Guild. Express Checkout purchases will be charged to a pre-registered credit card and a receipt of all items purchased will be given to you following tonight’s program. Please save the receipt for tax purposes.
3. All sales are final. There will be no exchanges or refunds on items by the donors or this institution except where specified unless donor is unable to fulfill obligation as described. Please do not ask the donors for exchanges or refunds.
4. All auction items must be removed the evening of the event. Present your receipt marked “PAID” to receive items. All gift certificates are available for pickup at the Auction Checkout in the lobby.
5. Items may be removed only by exhibiting a “PAID” receipt at time of departure.
6. Values stated have been provided by donors or are Completely KIDS estimates.
7. All auction certificates and services must be used by their expiration dates.
8. The high bidder will be acknowledged by the auctioneer. If the auctioneer determines that an opening bid or any subsequent bid is not commensurate with the value of the item offered, he/she may reject the same and withdraw the item from sale; and if, having acknowledged an opening bid, he/she decides that an advance thereafter is not of sufficient amount, he/she may reject the advance. The auctioneer retains the right to announce conditions of sale at any time. In the event of any dispute, the auctioneer will have sole and final discretion in these matters. 9. Upon acknowledgement of the successful bidder by the auctioneer, title to the item and/or services will pass to the highest bidder who, thereupon, assumes full risk and responsibility thereof. By his or her purchase, the buyer waives any claims for liability against either Completely KIDS or the donor of the property or services, and neither Completely KIDS nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damages to property that may result from the utilization of property or services sold.
10. Use only the auction number assigned to you to bid.
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valmont.com
Valmont is a proud supporter of the 9th Annual Big Red Tailgate and commends the transformative efforts of Completely KIDS. Through education and empowerment, Completely KIDS equips kids and families with the skills needed to break the cycle of poverty.
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“All For You”Package #1: Janet Jackson Concert Tickets, Dinner and Car ServiceThis is a Janet Jackson concert that’s “All For You” – and three of your friends during her Unbreakable World Tour at the CenturyLink Center. This package includes four club-level tickets to the October 30 concert, executive chauffeured transportation to and from the concert, a $200 gift certificate to Lark Blow Dry Studio and a $200 gift certificate to Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. Donated by Accent Chauffeured Transportation, Brenda Christensen and Mike Morris, Desri and Ryan Gocken, Lori and Ty Kleinschmit, and Sara Slimp.
Great Wine, Great Food, Great FunPackage #2: Wine Dinner for 10The Carstens, Mackintoshes, McDonnells, Muellers and Turners will host a night of GREAT WINE, GREAT FOOD and GREAT FUN for 10 people at the home of Jodie and Bill Mackintosh. Terri and Jack McDonnell will select wines to go with dinner and dessert from their personal wine cellar. Expires October 2016. Donated by Jody and Gayle Carstens, Jodie and Bill Mackintosh, Terri and Jack McDonnell, Darlene and Randy Mueller, and Maureen and Steve Turner.
A Midwestern MatchupPackage #3: Bulls vs. Mavericks Tickets, Signed Jersey, Dinner and Limo ServiceAre you a big hoops fan? This package will land you at Lincoln’s Pinnacle Bank Arena with six tickets to a Midwestern preseason matchup of the Chicago Bulls versus the Dallas Mavericks on October 23. This game sold out in 2 hours! Also included in this package: six hours of Royal Limousine service to and from the game, a $200 gift certificate from Hiro Sushi (located directly across from the arena) and a Bulls jersey autographed by former Creighton University star Doug McDermott. Donated by Completely KIDS Board of Directors, Dawn and Sid Dinsdale, Desri and Ryan Gocken, and Royal Limousine.
Marvelous ManzanilloPackage #4: Manzanillo, Mexico VacationEnjoy seven nights at this 7,000 square foot beach front home, the Casa Grande Vacation Villa, which
overlooks the Pacific Ocean. This house features four bedrooms each with private bath, a large living room, dining room, kitchen, private pool and daily maid service (maid gratuities are additional). Maximum of eight people and seven nights. Available May 1 through November 1, 2016. No exceptions. Airfare not included. Donated by Completely KIDS Board of Directors and Maureen Giesler.
Tabletop EnvyPackage #5: Custom Video Arcade Game Machine with GamesThis custom tabletop video arcade game machine with 60+ games will complete your mancave and be the envy of your next get-together. Donated by Annette and Keith Byman, Lindsey and Scott Semrad, and Marjean and Dave Stamm.
A Personal TouchPackage #6: Seven-course Personalized Dinner with Wine PairingsIndulge in an elegant dinner for six at V. Mertz, including a seven-course tasting menu personalized by Chef Kyle Lamb, winner of the 2015 Taste of Elegance Competition at Pinot, Pigs & Poets, and wine pairings. Service will be provided by Head Sommelier Matthew Brown. Please make reservation at least five days in advance. Donated by Jody and Gayle Carstens, and V. Mertz.
Marco Island EscapePackage #7: Marco Island, Florida HomeEscape to this Florida paradise vacation home – a beautiful three bedroom, two bathroom waterfront property with private pool on Marco Island. Serenity awaits you! Available October 2015 through December 18, 2015 and August 27 through December 3, 2016 based on availability. Donated by Alan Hans and Family.
Colorado’s RetreatPackage #8: Beaver Creek/Avon, Colorado VacationRetreat to Lakin’s Bel Lago penthouse in beautiful Beaver Creek/Avon, Colorado, for seven nights. This house boasts incredible views of Beaver Creek Resort and overlooks Lake Nottingham. With more than 5,000 square feet, it includes 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a large rec room for entertaining and a state-of-the-art kitchen. Enjoy hikes, horseback riding and boat riding, or skiing in Beaver Creek and Vail, just minutes away. Subject to availability. December 15, 2015 through January 15, 2016 and January 30 through February 15, 2016 excluded. Must be used by September 1, 2016. Donated by Charles E. Lakin.
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Funds received through RAISE THE PADDLE will go toward continuing the efforts of Completely KIDS including:
Feed a Child: Completely KIDS provides daily meals and weekend backpacks for children who have little or no food at home.
Tutoring Program: In the homeless shelter program, children receive individual homework help to ensure they don’t fall behind due to high mobility.
Summer Gardening Programs: Children learn about the environment by growing vegetables and taking the produce home to share with their families. They also take pride in their gardens, which beautify their neighborhoods.
The Cindy Leiferman Nature Explore Classroom: This outdoor play area allows children to interact with nature, be active and enhance their fine motor, creativity, decision-making, conflict resolution and team building skills in a safe green space.
Reading Programs: A majority of the children who attend Completely KIDS are from families with low educational attainment. Reading programs provide youth with opportunities to read aloud and teach parents how to help their children.
Academic Projects: Projects engage older youth and provide a hands-on learning experience while reinforcing key academic concepts and positive life skills development. Each project includes components on science, technology, math, literature and art, role-playing, service and personal development, and may include a field trip.
Field Trips: Because many of the children have few opportunities for new and different experiences, field trips provide the chance for youth to visit educational sites and have new experiences throughout our city.
Family Nights: To make a difference in a child’s life, the family must be involved. Family Nights are regularly held at each Completely KIDS program and include a meal and educational activity in which parents and children can participate together.
2014 AT A GLAnCEFACTS AnD STATS FROM COMPLETELy KiDS PROGRAMS
Age81% 5-12
17.5% 13-171.5%
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youth Served
1,825(in after-school and homeless shelter
programs)
3% Asian, native American or
Pacific islander
17,500food bags distributed
178,160hot meals served
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We aim to enhance family dynamics, develop positive parenting skills, increase social capital for parents and improve the wellness of families. Through one-on-one case management and classes that focus on career building, education and health, Completely KIDS strengthens families and connects them to much-needed resources in the community.
of Completely KiDS families $30,000earned
less than last year80%
This includes before- and after-school programs, case management services, a therapy program and a family resource center that provides educational classes for parents.
Therapy Program:
494 hoursprovided to
34 youth
83%of youth receiving therapy exceeded
personal goals they set.
We provide after-school programming to youth in three area shelters.
The goal for youth in the Completely KIDS shelter program to show improvement in:
Ability to relate to peers Accomplish tasksConfidence level Conflict resolution skills
teachers reported
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Race 13% Black
72% Hispanic 12%
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Aaron Carlson Design, Inc. for his contributions. Barnhart Press for help with printing needs.Annette and Keith Byman and their family for the computerized bank/checkout process.Former Husker players who were willing to bring some additional laughs and liveliness to the evening.Husker Hounds for providing tailgate décor. Travis Justice for serving as emcee and Andy Liakos for acting as auctioneer.Lamar Advertising Company for billboard space to promote the event.Steffany Lien for dazzling us with her baton routines.Faron Medhi for promoting her birthday party silent auction package.Oriental Trading Company for providing the concession stand and essential decoration, raffle and auction elements. Quality Brands of Omaha for donating kegs of beer.The Renze Company for donating the Husker stage backdrop. Runza® Restaurants for adding to our Tailgate party with mini Runzas®.Security National Bank employees for handling payment and processing.Woodhouse Chevy for donating the use of the vehicles for the evening.
THANK YOU!To Penny Parker, the Completely KIDS Staff, Completely KIDS Board of Directors, and the Big Red Tailgate Committee.
Thank you so much for your support of the 2015 Big Red Tailgate Gala! Your enthusiasm and passion for Completely KIDS is integral to the success of the organization. It is an honor to work with you, and we are grateful for the difference you make in the lives of many. Omaha is a better place because of you!
Kristin Lewis2015 Big Red Tailgate Chair
Steffany Lien is a senior at Lincoln Southwest High School. She has been a member of the U.S. twirling team three times and is a six-time world champion baton twirler.
She has twice been named Miss Majorette of America and has also won the U.S. Grand National Championship twice at Notre Dame University. She is currently Miss Nebraska’s Outstanding Teen and promotes charity events across the state of Nebraska.
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Accent Chauffeured TransportationTim and Megan Addison
Jen AllowayAnthony’s Steakhouse
Avoli OsteriaBrandi Ballan
Bare Body ShopJen Bartelt
Patti and John BenkerBliss Boutique
Blooms Floral Shop & StudioThe Boiler RoomJon BokenkampThe Bookworm
Boulder Creek Amusement ParkBrite Ideas Decorating
Kate BrownriggKate Bullerdick
The Caddy Shack Bar & GrillJody Carstens
Cascio’s SteakhouseCentre CourtCharleston’s
Chicago CubsChipotle
The Cordial CherryCreighton University
Nikki CripeDairy Queen
Dario’s BrasserieDeck the WallsThe Dentists
Dreams MedSpaThe Drover Restaurant & Lounge
eCreameryNancy EdickHeather EfawEyeking, LLC
FacesFamily Fun Center
Fleming’s Prime SteakhouseSuzie Fogarty
Fontenelle ForestFringes SalonFun Services
Desri and Ryan GockenGodfather’s PizzaDana Gonzales
Heather and Chip GossettThe Grey Plume
Amy GroheAndi Hallgren
Hank & AxHenry Doorly Zoo
Heritage Food & WineJulia and Adrian Hernandez
Pam HessionHilton Garden Inn Omaha West
Hilton OmahaHuHot Mongolian Grill
Ideal ImagesBarb Incontro
Interiors Joan and AssociatesJaipur Brewing Company
Jlofoto PhotographyJohn F. Benker CateringJohnston Portrait Studio
Joslyn MuseumJuice StopLori Kardell
Kari Machal DesignsNikki Kirshenbaum
Lori KleinschmitKleveland Clothing
Carol KlineJenny Kluver
Jane and Pete KotsiopulosKara Krehbiel
Le VoltaireKristin Lewis
Sage and John LewisAmy Lindsay
Little Waves Family Swim SchoolLo Sole Mio RistoranteLotus House of Yoga
Magnolia Hotel OmahaCatherine Mahoney
Sherri MahoneyMarks Bistro
Massage EnvySarah McGowan
Faron MedhiLynlee Medhi
Anne and Matt MedlockMesh
The MixMobile Gaming Experience
Mojo’s Full Service Car WashMouth of the South
Movie TixMt. Crescent Ski Area
MulaChristine Nikunen
Nite OwlNoli’s Pizzeria
Nothing Bundt CakesOak Hills Country ClubOmaha Country Club
Omaha Equestrian FoundationOmaha Marriott
Omaha Performing ArtsOmaha Storm Chasers
On A WhimOne Drake Place
Oscar’s Pizza & Sports GrilleOtterBox
Outerwall (Redbox)Jeff Owen
Penny & Steve ParkerAmy ParksKris Patton
Jennifer PetersonPier 1 ImportsPinnacle BankPitch Pizzeriaplanitomaha
Arlene PorzeltPatti Pryor
Pulp Paperie + Gifts
Pump It UpRagazzi’s Pizza
Beth RaperReclaimed Enterprises
Red MangoRestaurants, Inc.
Angela RockKate SchaferKris Schaff
ScheelsChristine Schulte
Scriptown Brewing CompanySeaWorld Theme Parks
Sgt. Peffer’sShadow RidgeShine Day Spa
Six FlagsSkilled Touch Massage & Wellness
Soccer InternationalePatricia SolkoSons of Italy
Brenda SmithMarjean and Dave Stamm
Stokes Grill & BarSullivan’s Steakhouse
Mary Clare SweetSwimtastic Swim School
Sara SykesTaita Restaurant
Janet ThayerAlan TippKelly Titus
Ashley TrankleTrue Blue Goods & Gifts
University of Nebraska OmahaUNO AthleticsVera Bradley
Emily and Sam WagemanWalt Disney World
Laurie WebbDr. Steven D. Wegner
Carrie WeilerWolf Brothers Western Store
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*We apologize for any names omitted due to printing deadlines.
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Completely KIDS is a nonprofit youth-serving organization that was founded in 1920 as a local chapter of a national club program that served girls and young women. Boys were later admitted beginning in 1976.
Our agency began to reach out to the needs of underserved communities in the 1980s. This included self-reliance and enrichment activities for after-school programs in North and South Omaha.
Services to children in homeless shelters began in 1991. In 1995,
we dissolved the club program to eliminate a duplication of services.
The organization was utilizing traditional programming skills and operating after-school programs
for the underserved.
In 2011, we became an independent, unaffiliated organization and changed our name to Completely KIDS. This allows us to focus strictly on our community and have a name that reflects our local mission.
We reach youth in preschool through middle school, and their families, via school and shelter partnerships in the Omaha metro area.
A BRiEF HiSTORy OF COMPLETELy KiDS
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402-397-5809completelykids.org
Creating Community
for Kids and Families