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CEDARS Our mission is to help children and youth achieve safety, stability and enduring family relationships

CEDARS is here to ensure that all kids have a safe environment where they can grow and thrive. We walk alongside them, using a holistic approach that provides support from infancy through young adulthood, with a variety of services to meet individual needs. We’re also here to walk with families, offering them resources, opportunities and education to keep their family connections strong. Our approach is trauma-informed and honors the experiences of those we serve, so families can become stronger and kids can preserve those connections as a central part of their support system. These needs can’t be met by one person, entity or organization alone. That’s why we join together with organizations and individuals across the community to support kids and families. From policymakers to child welfare advocates, trauma specialists to local and state agencies, and community donors to partner nonprofits, we embrace the kind of togetherness that changes lives. Helping all kids receive the best possible care builds a strong foundation and empowers them to develop skills and work toward independence. Providing this security and the opportunities that come with it is at the heart of our mission, and at the heart of the people who carry it out.

Showing youth how to measure ingredients for a recipe. Teaching them how to schedule a doctor’s appointment. Going with ...
10/20/2026

Showing youth how to measure ingredients for a recipe. Teaching them how to schedule a doctor’s appointment. Going with them on a college tour.

These tasks may seem small, but they can make a big difference in helping a kid feel confident and independent.

On National Youth Confidence Day, we recognize the dedication of our staff, who help kids build the skills, confidence, and self-belief they need to thrive.

Kids in our Early Childhood Development Center are having the best day at the zoo! 🦁🦒 A big thank you to the Lincoln Chi...
10/16/2026

Kids in our Early Childhood Development Center are having the best day at the zoo! 🦁🦒

A big thank you to the Lincoln Children's Zoo for donating the tickets!

10/15/2026

At CEDARS, safety is at the heart of everything we do.

To better understand what safety means to the kids we serve, we stopped by our Community Learning Center (CLC) at Clinton Elementary and asked them to describe it in their own words.

Here's what one student had to say. 💙

Our ECDC classrooms were extra cozy for Pajama Day, and the smiles say it all! 💤🧸
10/15/2026

Our ECDC classrooms were extra cozy for Pajama Day, and the smiles say it all! 💤🧸

💙 Thank You Thursday 💙 A big thank you to the International Quilt Museum for spending the last five weeks with CEDARS Ro...
10/08/2026

💙 Thank You Thursday 💙

A big thank you to the International Quilt Museum for spending the last five weeks with CEDARS Roper Community Learning Center (CLC) students, helping them hand-stitch their very own projects!

We are so grateful for your continued partnership and for sharing your time, talents, and creativity with our students.🪡

Safety can look different to everyone. For some, it might be wearing a helmet while riding a bike. For others, it could ...
10/08/2026

Safety can look different to everyone. For some, it might be wearing a helmet while riding a bike. For others, it could be falling asleep in a warm bed, knowing that someone who cares is nearby.

What does safety look like to you? Let us know in the comments below. 💬⬇️

CEDARS was proud to be part of the UNMUTED Youth Behavioral Health Summit today. Events like this help connect kids with...
10/07/2026

CEDARS was proud to be part of the UNMUTED Youth Behavioral Health Summit today. Events like this help connect kids with resources, support, and caring adults because every young person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued. 💙

Yesterday, our friends at Kappa Delta - University of Nebraska-Lincoln held the first ever Kappa Delta Klassic golf tour...
10/06/2026

Yesterday, our friends at Kappa Delta - University of Nebraska-Lincoln held the first ever Kappa Delta Klassic golf tournament, which raised funds to support the kids and families at CEDARS! We are so thankful for Kappa Delta and everyone who came out to golf. Your support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the kids we serve!

Choosing to become a foster parent is a life-changing decision, and it’s natural to have questions along the way.  CEDAR...
10/02/2026

Choosing to become a foster parent is a life-changing decision, and it’s natural to have questions along the way.

CEDARS is here to support you every step of the way—even before you apply. Check out our guide to some of the most common questions people ask as they begin their foster parenting journey at CEDARSkids.org/fosterparentquestions 💻

CEDARS Street Outreach staff enjoyed attending yesterday's Project Connect Lincoln event! The event provided free servic...
10/01/2026

CEDARS Street Outreach staff enjoyed attending yesterday's Project Connect Lincoln event! The event provided free services and resources for community members who may be facing housing insecurity or financial hardship. We were so grateful to be able to connect with youth who are searching for safety and stability, and start them on a path toward a brighter future.

Address

6601 Pioneers Boulevard
Lincoln, NE
68506

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+14024345437

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