Good Neighbor Community Center Inc
About Good Neighbor Community Center Inc
At Good Neighbor Community Center in Lincoln, the help starts with the basics, food, clothing, referral services, and emergency support, then keeps going. That matters if you care about more than a one-time handout. Here, neighbors can also find English, citizenship, health, finance, and computer classes, plus job readiness support and groups that offer steady structure for people facing real life problems.
What stands out here is the way the center pairs immediate relief with longer-term support. A food pickup or clothing help can be the first step, but the classes, support groups, refugee and immigrant support, and job readiness services give people somewhere to go next.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Non-perishable food program
Appointment-based pantry service for non-perishable food.
Perishable food distribution
Perishable items such as fruits, vegetables, bread, and milk are delivered through Food Bank of Lincoln and distributed on set days.
Donated items and clothing assistance
Distribution of donated items and clothing for neighbors in need, including gently used items.
Personal care items
Personal care items available for all.
Senior hygiene closet
Hygiene items set aside for seniors.
StarTran low-income bus passes
Bus pass assistance for low-income neighbors.
Volunteer income tax assistance
Volunteer income tax service listed among GNCC programs.
Grandparents' Christmas
Holiday program listed among GNCC services.
Refugee and immigrant Friday women's support group
Friday support group for refugee and immigrant women.
Peer support groups for mental health issues
Support groups led by a peer support specialist for mental health concerns.
Maternal care support group
Support group listed among GNCC services.
Circle of Security group
Support group listed among GNCC services.
English, citizenship, health, finance, and computer classes
Classes offered as part of GNCC's self-help and education services.
Job readiness programs
Job readiness support for clients served by GNCC.
Referral services
Referral service for neighbors seeking additional help.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Good Neighbor Community Center empowers underserved individuals and families toward self-sufficiency through supportive programs and services that change lives and encourage a sense of community. It provides basic and emergency needs, including food, clothing, referral services, and self-help programs.
Who they serve
Underserved individuals and families in Lancaster County, including low-income neighbors, refugees and immigrants, and people facing crisis.
How your donation helps
- Food assistance
- Donated items and clothing support
- Refugee and immigrant support
- Job readiness programs
- Basic and emergency services
Our story
Good Neighbor Community Center opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony in November 1973. Hulda Roper was the first executive director, and in the 1990s the center expanded to add more space and a loading dock as demand for services grew.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Good Neighbor Community Center Inc’s services.
For non-perishable food, an appointment is required before visiting the pantry. Perishable food is distributed on Monday and Wednesday without an appointment, and there are no eligibility restrictions as long as a person is in need of food. Additional food from store pickups is available on Tuesday and Thursday after the food lines.
Events
Samples of the World
annualAnnual signature event.
Thanksgiving Food giveaway
annualAnnual food giveaway event.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Good Neighbor Community Center Inc has shared.
Current needs
- Gently used items, excluding furniture and mattresses
Volunteer opportunities
- Sorting donations
- Helping with perishable food distribution
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Do I need an appointment for food assistance?
Yes, an appointment is required for non-perishable food. Perishable food is distributed on Monday and Wednesday without an appointment.
Are there eligibility restrictions for perishable food?
No. Perishable food is available to anyone who is in need of food.
What kinds of classes does GNCC offer?
GNCC offers English, citizenship, health, finance, and computer classes.
What support groups are listed among GNCC services?
The listed support groups include a Friday women's support group for refugee and immigrant women, peer support groups for mental health issues, a maternal care support group, and a Circle of Security group.
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