Governor Pete Ricketts and First Lady Susanne Shore launched an initiative on Monday to “Reconnect Nebraska” with relationships, activities, and service opportunities as the pandemic ends and life returns to normal.
“I encourage Nebraskans to reengage with the relationships and activities that have been disrupted by the coronavirus. Whether it’s your place of worship, recreation, or volunteerism, reflect on how you can reconnect with the people you love and the organizations you’ve served over the years. Together, we can continue to grow the Good Life as we put the pandemic behind us” Ricketts says.
First Lady Susanne Shore announced the launch of “Nebraska Reflects,” an online platform where Nebraskans can honor those who stepped up to serve others during the pandemic. Nebraskans can go to www.neimpact.org/reflects to pay tribute to the people whose leadership, encouragement, and support made a difference as the state dealt with the virus. She also asked Nebraskans to look for ways to volunteer their time and talents to strengthen their communities. Volunteer opportunities with around 150 organizations are posted online at www.nevolunteers.com.
“This is a great day for Nebraska—one we have been looking forward to for more than a year,” said First Lady Shore. “I want to thank all of the amazing health care providers, public health officials, state and local leaders, non-profit organizations, and so many others for their unwavering work to bring our state through this pandemic. Thousands of caring, compassionate Nebraskans have stepped up in big and small ways to help others. We’ve been through so much, and the true spirit of our amazing state has shone brightly.”