HALT Human Trafficking Fund
The HALT Human Trafficking Fund was created to combat the rising incidences of human trafficking in Nebraska. Human trafficking involves exploiting individuals through force, fraud, or coercion for commercial sex acts, soliciting labor or services against their will. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, the fund seeks to address the challenges associated with human trafficking prevention across the state. Supported by the Nebraska Bankers Association, its members and other stakeholders, the HALT Human Trafficking Fund is dedicated to eradicating human trafficking in Nebraska.
Our mission is to eradicate human trafficking in Nebraska through education, collaboration, and support.
Partnership with Nebraska Bankers Association
The Nebraska Bankers Association and community and corporate leaders across the state are uniquely positioned to bring awareness, education, and action to the fight against human trafficking. In collaboration with statewide partners, bankers from across Nebraska seek to stop human trafficking before it starts.
Donate
The goal of the fund is to provide financial support to nonprofit and local government organizations working to eliminate human trafficking in Nebraska. Contributions are tax deductible and will be allocated to education, data initiatives, and technology advancements. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities can apply. The Fund Advisory Board, which includes a Nebraska Bankers Association officer, key stakeholders, and an ex-officio member from the Nebraska Attorney General’s office, will review applications and distribute funds. Applicants must submit detailed proposals, and the impact of funded projects will be evaluated annually to ensure effective resource use and progress in combating human trafficking.
Individuals and businesses, whether inside or outside the banking industry, are urged to donate to this fund. Your contribution is more than a donation—it’s a powerful step in the fight against human trafficking in Nebraska. Together, we can generate awareness and act against this crime.
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Thank You to the HALT Fund Donors
We are grateful for the contributions of our donors, whose commitment and generosity make the HALT Fund possible. Together, we can make progress toward preventing human trafficking in Nebraska.
BANKS
ACCESSbank
Adams Bank & Trust
American National Bank
Cedar Security Bank
Citizens Bank & Trust Co.
Citizens State Bank (Carleton)
City Bank & Trust Co.
Clarkson Bank
Community State Bank
Cornerstone Bank
Cornhusker Bank
Equitable Bank
F&M Bank
Farmers & Merchants Bank of Ashland
First National Bank in Ord
First Nebraska Bank
First Northeast Bank of Nebraska
First State Bank (Loomis)
First State Bank (Randolph)
First State Bank Nebraska
FirsTier Bank
Frontier Bank
Genoa Community Bank
Henderson State Bank
Home Federal Bank
Homestead Bank
Legends West Bank
Madison County Bank
Midwest Bank
Minden Exchange Bank
MNB Bank
Nebraska Bank
Nebraska State Bank (Oshkosh)
Nebraska State Bank & Trust Co.
Pinnacle Bank
Platte Valley Bank (North Bend)
RVR Bank
Scribner Bank
Security National Bank
South Central State Bank
State Bank of Table Rock
Union Bank & Trust, Co.
West Plains Bank
York State Bank
INDIVIDUALS & ORGANIZATIONS
Nick Baxter, Omaha
Bethany Women of the ELCA, Ruskin
Anna Castner Wightman, Omaha
F&M Bank Staff, Falls City
First State Bank Nebraska Staff, Lincoln
Andrea and Joshua Jordan, Elkhorn
John & Elizabeth Lauritzen Foundation, Omaha
Nebraska Bankers Association Staff, Lincoln
Nebraska Bankers Insurance & Services Co. (NBISCO), Lincoln
Emilee Pease and Tyler Pribbeno, Imperial
Lydell and Lorrie Woodbury, Norfolk
Grant Opportunities
Education
Grants
Funding is available for programs that focus on educating vulnerable populations, communities, and professionals about the risks and indicators of human trafficking. This includes workshops, training sessions, and awareness campaigns.
Research and Data Collection Grants
Funding for research projects that aim to better understand the root causes, trends, and impact of human trafficking. The findings can contribute to evidence-based prevention strategies.
Technology and Innovation Grants
Funding for the development and implementation of technology-driven solutions to prevent human trafficking, such as online platforms for reporting trafficking incidents, data analytics tools for identifying patterns, and mobile applications for victim assistance and support.
Eligibility
- Organizations and entities must be doing work in an area of human trafficking prevention, specifically in areas of education, data, and technology.
- Eligible expenses will include programming and operational costs, including personnel, materials, equipment, and sub-contracts.
Funding Amounts
- The minimum award is $10,000.
- Most grants awarded are less than $50,000, with the average size around $20,000.
Restrictions
- Funds cannot support religious organizations for a religious purpose or political groups.
Reporting
- Organizations will be required to provide a report on grant impacts one year from the award date.
Grant Schedule
- Grant applications are due by Nov. 15.
Applications
- Organizations must submit funding requests via online application, along with organizational and program budget, board of directors, and audited financials.
- Applications will be scored, with recommendations for funding presented to the Fund Advisory Board.
- Organizations will be notified of the award within 120 days of the request submission.
- There will be a grant agreement executed, and grant funds disbursed.
The Nebraska Human Trafficking Hotline can be reached 24 hours per day at 833-PLS-LOOK (833-757-5665).
DONORS
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GRANTEES
Nebraska Bankers Association
233 South 13th Street, Suite 700
PO Box 80008
Lincoln, NE 68501-0008
402.474.1555
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