Events
Join us for uplifting community events, dedicated to empowering diverse families across Lincoln, Nebraska.
AFRI Lincoln Outreach is committed to helping African newcomers build strong, confident foundations by connecting them with essential resources. Events will gather community members, advocates, and local partners to celebrate culture, unity, and resilience.
Guests will enjoy meaningful conversations, resource booths, cultural connections, and opportunities to learn how AFRI Lincoln Outreach continues to bridge gaps for immigrant communities.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or discovering our mission for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming space to connect, contribute, and be part of a movement that uplifts every voice.
Upcoming Events
2nd annual All-School Graduation Party!
The event is Saturday, May 30th, from 2-5 pm, at Antelope Park Band Shell Area.
If you want to be part of one of the most impactful, high-energy celebrations for the Class of 2026, this is your moment.
The event will feature:
- MC: Liza Mendoza-House from LP Fitness Transformation Center
- DJ: Derek DLuv
- Special guest speaker, Ms. Lincoln, Hannah Johnson
- Food trucks, including Crepe Cafe, Lila Mae’s, M&J Southern Soul Food, and Kona Ice
- A live, high-energy celebration atmosphere
- Over 25 resource tables featuring opportunities for volunteering, internships, jobs, HBCUs, FAFSA, and community support
July 4th – Independence Fest
This event is Friday, July 3rd, 2026 11am-3pm
Celebrate Independence Day with AfriLincoln Outreach. Sign up with a Entree, Side dish, Beverages, or Dessert. We plan to eat at 12:00 Noon.
Plates, Plasticware, Napkins will by provided by AfriLincoln Outreach Group.
Signup sheet for Independence Fest
BACK TO SCHOOL
Light up the season
Join Us for Our Back to School Bash – Sponsors & Volunteers Needed!
At Afrilincoln Outreach, we are moving full speed ahead with our community initiatives and are excited to announce our upcoming Back to School Bash! We are actively seeking corporate sponsors to help support the event through our sponsorship program—including sponsored tables for our partners—as well as dedicated volunteers to help make this day a success for our community. Please sign up on the sheet below to volunteer your time, sponsor student resources, or get involved with Afrilincoln Outreach today!
Light up the season
Light up the season
Welcome International Students Cookout & Potluck
Afrilincoln Outreach is thrilled to welcome international students to our community with a Labor Day Cookout! Join us on Monday, September 7, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Holmes Lake Park for an afternoon of delicious food, games, and local connections. We will be grilling up classic barbecue alongside a diverse spread of international cuisines. This is a potluck-style celebration—please sign up on the sheet below to let us know what dish you will bring and state your home country. Come share your favorite flavors, socialize, meet new friends, and help us give our international students a warm welcome to Lincoln!
Celebrating Diversity at the Lincoln Literacy Global Celebration!
Afrilincoln Outreach is thrilled to join hands with our local community in honoring the Lincoln Literacy Global Celebration! This special gathering shines a light on the rich cultural tapestry, shared stories, and vibrant international voices that make Lincoln such a welcoming home for everyone.
Rather than hosting a formal exhibit, our team and members are attending purely to celebrate, connect, and uplift the incredible work being done to promote literacy, education, and cultural unity across our city.
Want to Join Us?
If you would like to attend this event with Afrilincoln Outreach, please fill in the sign-up form below for approval.
- Event: Lincoln Literacy Global Celebration
- Date & Time: Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel (333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508)
Come join in the festivities, celebrate our shared cultures, and connect with the Afrilincoln Outreach team!
Light up the season
Join Us for Community Day at Malone Park!
Afrilincoln Outreach invites you to join us for Community Day on Tuesday, October 27, 2026! We are coming together at Malone Park to support local individuals and families in need by providing free clothing, essential hygiene products, and access to valuable community resources.
In addition to our giveaways, local vendors and service providers will be on-site to offer support, information, and direct services to help uplift our neighbors.
- Event: Afrilincoln Outreach Community Day
- Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
- Location: Malone Park, Lincoln, NE
- What We’re Offering: Free clothes, hygiene items, and vendor/community services
Get Involved:
Whether you need support, want to volunteer, or wish to contribute items or services as a vendor, we welcome your participation. Together, we can make a direct impact in our neighborhood!
Light up the season
Gather at the table for the Harvest of Hope Community Thanksgiving Dinner! 🦃 Join Afri-Lincoln Outreach & People’s City Mission on Nov 27 @ 1:00 PM.
We need volunteers to help cook and serve! Sign up today to share a meal and bring hope to our neighbors.
Light up the season
Light Up the Season: Volunteers Needed! 🎄
Join Afri-Lincoln Outreach and People’s City Mission as we prepare a Christmas meal for our neighbors in need. Your time can light up a life!
