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Year-End Giving: A Season for Supporting the Nebraska Greats Foundation
The Power of Year-End Donations While charities receive donations and grants all year round, December sees a surge in giving. 30% of annual donations are given during this month, with 10% of all donations being made in the last three days of the year alone. The year-end giving season is critical for non-profits and charities.…
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Giving Tuesday: A Day to Give Back to Nebraska’s Athletic Heroes
What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday occurs on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the US. Many non-profits and charities see a noticeable spike in donations they receive on this day. It’s a global movement that celebrates radical generosity and encourages individuals, communities, and organizations to give back in whatever ways they can. Whether through donating…
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How to Manage Sports and Finance as a Retired Athlete
The Hidden Costs of an Athlete’s Life There is almost no avoiding the physical costs of decades of training on an athlete’s body. While the primary focus of this article is on avoiding bankruptcy after retirement, for many athletes receiving a payday for their efforts is not even a realistic dream. 59% of Olympic hopefuls,…
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Health Insurance for Athletes: Growing Concern
Healthcare and Health Insurance for Athletes Athletes spend decades turning their bodies into finely honed tools for one specific motion. Regardless of whether that motion is throwing a baseball, landing a backflip, or spiking a volleyball, athletes push their bodies to the extreme of possibilities. While playing in college or professionally, healthcare and health insurance…
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The Hidden Cost of injuries in sports
The Physical and Mental Toll of Sports Injuries While some form of injury, big or small, is almost inevitable for athletes – the long-term impact and costs is something rarely considered when first getting involved on the field with an activity. The transition from a fun extracurricular activity to a serious and possibly scholarship-based sport…
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Nebraska Women’s Sports: A Walk through time
Nebraska Women’s Sports History The story of women’s sports in Nebraska mirrors a familiar narrative seen around the globe. Initially, the sports scene was dominated by men, leaving little room for women to engage in athletic pursuits. However, between 1880 and 1890, collegiate sports began to take root and gain popularity within Nebraska’s universities. It…
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Husker Football Star Rick Czap Receives NGF Grant
Former Husker Football Athlete Rick Czap Born on December 7, 1943. Rick Czap is a Cornhusker who played from 1964 to 1966 as a defensive tackle in esteemed games such as the Orange Bowl and Sugar Bowl. He was a two-time league champion in the shot put and an undefeated state champion wrestler at Bay…
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UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA FOOTBALL ALUMNI ON THE BIGGEST STAGE
The University of Nebraska Football Legacy In the heartland of the Midwest, the University of Nebraska’s football legacy stands as a testament to determination and excellence, transcending the collegiate scene to make its mark on the NFL’s most prestigious event: the Super Bowl. This rich tradition showcases the depth of talent and spirit nurtured within…
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Midland University Athlete Hannah Tillison Receives Grant
Midland University Soccer Star Hannah Tillison History Originally from Oklahoma, Hannah joined Midland University just recently and was a powerful addition to the team. Unfortunately, in the middle of a match, just at the beginning of the 2022 season, Tillison suffered a fractured ankle. Despite her injury, she played throughout the season with excellent performance,…
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