We are very sad to announce the loss of three very influential persons to the LHD celebration. We all mourn their loss, and appreciate their years of giving to the celebration and the community. They will be missed....
Marla Rhodes 2010 longtime volunteer, past president, business sponsor
William Burke Sr. 2010 longtime generous business sponsor
Gila Tscheter 2010 longtime volunteer, board member, business sponsor
The Lincoln Highway Days Committee meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 6pm at the State Bank conference room. For more info or to get an agenda, please contact Pete Hinrichs by using the Contact Us Tab on the left.
Lincoln Highway Days fundraising celebration happens each year because of your support. The citizens of Nevada provide the volunteer hours and generous monetary donations. From the original idea of celebrating the bridge opening on Lincoln Highway in 1983, the LHD celebration has woven itself into the fabric of our community. This annual event supports many special projects like the purchase Christmas lights we enjoy every year and the purchase of the Lincoln Highway monuments that welcome visitors to our city. The event raises money for a large number of community projects and for the support of many local groups plus celebrates the end of summer.
The tradition of the Lincoln Highway Days Celebration continues because of the citizens of Nevada. It is the many volunteers and community groups that work though the year to put on this successful fundraising event for all to enjoy.
As a charitable community organization Lincoln Highway Days Committee is formed anew each year in November. It begins with the election of officers and board members. Then committees are formed to help plan and execute the many events everyone enjoys. The committees organize an army of volunteers to ensure the success of yet another Lincoln Highway Days fundraising celebration. Proudly, the fundraising event has grown over 25 years through the efforts of a large number of individuals. The Lincoln Highway Days celebration is host to the largest parade in Story County, multiple entertainment stages, a world-class rodeo, and so much more! The Lincoln Highway Days Celebration is an event that Nevada citizens are proud of. The great news is that next year will be better than before. Each year brings new people and fresh ideas to this charitable organization. The Lincoln Highway Days committee is consistently seeking new membership and new ideas.
The efforts for next year’s fundraising celebration begin after the new board forms in November. Because of the nature of this annual event and the coordination required with local government, other community organizations, and vendors, many decisions are made before the end of the current year. The event is budgeted very carefully and funds raised are used thoughtfully.
Like all celebrations and charitable organizations fundraising efforts are executed. As other community organizations can express, Nevada area businesses are very generous. The LHD committee appreciates the many years of annual support that has ensured the giving back to all the worthwhile Nevada community groups, projects, and programs.
Some examples of the ongoing programs, community projects and groups the citizens of Nevada have supported over the past 25 years through the Lincoln Highway Days charitable organization are:
Christmas lighting, wiring, & maintenance
Flags for Main Street & Lincoln Highway
Welcome to Nevada Signs at East & West end of town
2 Popcorn Machines for Long Term Care
5 sets of Bleachers at st Ct 4-H grounds
Helmets for Bike Safety Programs
$1,000 for fencing at the ST CT Horse Arena
Care Packages sent to US troops overseas
Helped build the 4-H Food Stand @ StCt 4-H grounds
Infa Red Heat Sensor Unit for the Nevada Fire Department
Portable Stage on Wheels for public use
GPS for St Ct Hospital Ambulance
$1000 from 1991 Coin Sale to the Nevada Public Library
Stethascopes to St Ct Ambulance
$1000 from 1992 Coin Sale to the First Ambulance
Jack Vincent Shelter at 4-H grounds
$1000 from 1993 Coin Sale to the First Responders
Expansion of Horse Arena
$600 from 1994 Coin Sale to the Gates Hall Piano Fund
Pathways to the Future Brick for St Ct Extension
Purchased a Round Table for Gates Hall
LHD Banners on Lincoln Highway
$6000 Improvements at Dueland Pavilion @ 4-H ground
Nevada High School Scholarships
Playground equipment for John Hattery Park
Nevada High School Drama Donations
LHD Mural located on Main Street
Nevada Boys & Girls Scout Donations
Projectors for Nevada & St Ct DARE Program
Nevada Soccer Donation
Purchased TV for St Ct Hospital
City Wide Garage Sale/Nevada Chamber of Commerce
Purchased Business Tile for Legion Building
2 Canopies at St Bk & Trust Parking Lot
Gifts to Angel Tree & Nevada Fine Arts Programs
Evergreen Lane Brick Purchase
Please lend your support to this long standing traditional charitable organization with your donation of time or money. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated.
Everyone involved with Lincoln Highway Days appreciates and thanks all of our volunteers, sponsors and attendees for helping to make LHD such a huge success. If you have questions or would like to join the LHD team, please come to our public meetings.
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