Nebraska’s economy is built on resilience, innovation, and long-term thinking. From agriculture and financial services to advanced manufacturing and technology, companies doing business statewide understand that sustainable success is rooted in strong foundations.
That principle applies to our state’s history as well.
History is not simply about preserving artifacts. It is about preserving identity, strengthening communities, fueling tourism, and equipping the next generation with the context they need to lead. The Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation (NSHSF) exists to ensure Nebraska’s story remains a living asset; accessible, relevant, and economically meaningful.
For corporate leaders, supporting NSHSF is not just philanthropy. It is a strategic investment in the long-term strength of Nebraska’s communities, workforce, and brand.
Corporate Leaders Understand Governance, Accountability, and Long-Term Vision
Business leaders prioritize strong governance, disciplined financial stewardship, and measurable impact. The Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation operates with those same principles.
NSHSF is committed to:
- Transparent financial stewardship — Clear reporting, measurable outcomes, and accountability to donors and partners.
- Strategic investment in high-impact initiatives — Funding projects that deliver broad cultural and economic value.
- Long-range planning — Ensuring Nebraska’s historical assets are preserved, interpreted, and accessible for generations.
Corporate executives understand that sustainability requires vision beyond quarterly results. The Foundation takes that same long-term view by preserving irreplaceable sites, supporting educational programming, and strengthening statewide cultural infrastructure.
Supporting NSHSF is not just philanthropy. It is disciplined, forward-looking investment in Nebraska’s enduring success.
Turning Nebraska’s History into Economic Opportunity
Historic preservation is economic development.
When iconic landmarks are restored and interpreted, they attract visitors, anchor revitalization efforts, and stimulate local business activity. Sites like Chimney Rock, with the Walk To The Rock Trails, are not only symbols of Nebraska’s pioneer heritage, they are also drivers of tourism, hospitality revenue, and regional pride.
Beyond well-known destinations, NSHSF supports lesser-known local museums, historical organizations, and community sites across the state.
These places:
- Strengthen Main Street revitalization.
- Foster regional identity.
- Generate cultural tourism.
- Support small businesses in rural and urban communities alike.
From Omaha to Scottsbluff, preserving Nebraska’s heritage strengthens the state’s brand identity and reinforces the values of perseverance, innovation, and community that attract businesses and families to Nebraska.
Investing in Education: Building Future Leaders and Critical Thinkers
History education is workforce development.
NSHSF-supported programs advance critical thinking, civic literacy, and community engagement among Nebraska’s next generation of leaders. Through Foundation programs as well as partnerships with organizations such as the Nebraska State Historical Society, the Foundation helps support:
- K–12 learning programs centered on primary source analysis and critical thinking.
- Hands-on experiences through museums, field trips, and interactive exhibits that make Nebraska’s story tangible.
- Digital tools and online resources that expand access statewide.
- Teacher resources are serving educators in both urban and rural classrooms. Programs such as the Pershing Mural Curriculum and Our School, Our Story provide teachers with free curriculum to teach their students about the history of Nebraska.
For business leaders concerned about civic engagement, informed decision-making, and leadership development, this work is foundational. Students who understand their state’s history are better equipped to think critically, participate constructively, and lead responsibly.
Statewide Reach: Supporting All of Nebraska
The Foundation’s reach extends across every corner of the state.
NSHSF supports more than 400 historic sites, museums, classrooms, and local history organizations statewide. Corporate support ensures that:
- Rural communities maintain access to educational programming.
- Small-town museums remain viable cultural anchors.
- Historic preservation continues beyond major metropolitan areas.
- Statewide initiatives connect communities under a shared Nebraska story.
Whether in Omaha, Grand Island, North Platte, Valentine, or Scottsbluff, corporate investment in NSHSF strengthens cultural and educational vitality across all of Nebraska.
The Strategic Return on Corporate Philanthropy
Corporate leaders evaluate investments through a disciplined lens. NSHSF partnership aligns with core business values:
- Good governance
- Measurable impact
- Good governance
- Measurable impact
In addition, corporate partners benefit from:
- Visible community leadership.
- Alignment with education and workforce development.
- Association with trusted statewide institutions.
- Enhanced brand reputation rooted in Nebraska pride.
Supporting NSHSF signals that a company is invested not just in today’s market but in Nebraska’s future.