North Platte Post Staff
North Platte, Neb. — May 8, 2025 — North Platte Giving Day wrapped up yesterday with strong community support, raising more than $327,000 in online donations for 69 nonprofits across Lincoln County. Final totals, which will include in-person giving, are expected in the coming days, but organizers are already calling the event a major success.
Now in its tenth year, North Platte Giving Day is hosted by the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation and encourages residents to support a wide range of local causes — from the arts and education to healthcare and social services.
“We’re thrilled with the response,” said Eric Seacrest, Executive Director of the Foundation. “This event continues to show how much people care about their community and the organizations doing important work here.”
Participants had the chance to win part of over $100,000 in matching funds and cash prizes, which incentivized giving throughout the day. While exact figures will be released soon, early results show a strong uptick in engagement from donors across the county.
For residents in the Keith County area, another opportunity to give is just around the corner. Big Give Keith County is set to launch on June 1, offering similar support for nonprofits in that region.
To learn more or view the current results, visit: www.northplattegiving.org