Support Us

The FLC team is dedicated to addressing Friend’s childcare needs. We welcome and appreciate any knowledge, skills, or experience that you would like to contribute to this team effort.

Gifts of ANY amount to FLC, which is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization, are tax deductible and greatly appreciated, whether you want to make a one-time contribution or a multi-year pledge.

Donations can be made online (coming soon), or by check payable to the Friend Learning Center, c/o Citizen’s State Bank, 150 Maple Street, Friend, NE 68359.

*As an IRS approved 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, your contribution is eligible for a tax deduction. All funds will be held by the Foundation until needed for the construction of the center.

Naming & Recognition Opportunities

Gifts of

$1,000 – $5,000

Gifts of

$25,000 – $50,000

Gifts of

$5,000 – $10,000

Gifts of

$50,000 – $100,000

Gifts of

$10,000 – $25,000

Gifts of

$100,000+

Why Your Gift Matters

Lack of Quality Childcare costs Saline County $3.3 Million every year. 

As a nonprofit entity, we are self-sustaining. This means there are no property tax increases or bonds that can be issued to fund Friend Learning Center. In fact, the center will help attract dollars to our area by making it a more desirable place to live and raise a family. Offering a hometown lifestyle to young families increases demand for housing in the Milligan area, which strengthens home values and spurs residential construction.

In short, your investment will return by fueling immediate economic growth and community development and help generations of children in our communities be more successful in school and life.

Donation Contacts

If you have any questions about giving, feel free to contact any of the following:

Katie Spohn: 402-499-3879

Derek Anderson: 402-947-2781

Todd Johnson: 402-641-1647

Thank You to Our Current Partners

Community leaders, as well as the school district, fully support this initiative. Volunteers have contributed over 3,500 hours, and the childcare task force has had upwards of 50 people involved in various capacities.

Friend Area Fund

Thank you for your time and consideration of a partnership with and support of Friend.  We are excited by the prospect of working with you as we move forward in providing affordable quality childcare for Friend families.