

Christmas Box Project Accepting Donations Until July 31st
Kelly Asbury is once again starting up the Christmas Gift Box Project! Last year, with the help of many people near and far, 1,902 Christmas boxes were put together to give gifts and the Christmas story to many children worldwide. Her goal this year is 2,000 boxes, which is possible with the help from many….
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Couple from Norfolk Organize Garage Sale and Donate Funds for Ukrainian Relief Efforts
Brenda and Rich Sunderman of Norfolk, NE wanted to do something to help the many Ukrainian families in desperate need of humanitarian aid. So, they decided to have a garage sale, asked neighbors to bring items and all proceeds would go to OGT’s Ukrainian relief efforts. They advertised and the outpour of donated items and…
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Thank you Happy Helpers
A Big Thank You to our “Happy Helpers” who packed several pallets to ship to Poland for Ukrainian refugees.
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Continued Assistance for Families Affected by Hurricane Ida
OGT continues to assist families that are still without livable homes in the New Orleans region from Hurricane Ida last August of 2021. OGT’s disaster relief aid is purchasing roofing materials for families without insurance and little ability to pay for materials. We are working with Toi Carter to distribute the roofing materials to those…
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Urgent Needs for March 16th Shipment
OGT is in urgent need of hygiene supplies/kits and diapers – children &/or adult sizes for a shipment to aid Ukrainian people in Poland. OGT’s Norfolk warehouse plans to load an air-freight shipment of much-needed aid before Wednesday, March 16. If you would like to help with the requested items, please deliver them to the…
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Thrivent Action Team Event and Lunch Enjoyed By Staff and Families
Layette kits are just one of the many requested kits from OGT and Suzie Leffers, Public Relations Director recently put together a Thrivent Action Team event for the OGT staff, spouses and children. During a lunch hour, 18 layette kits were put together then everyone enjoyed a soup and salad luncheon at OGT office. Thank…
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Watch the Game at District Table & Tap and Help Support OGT
Are you planning on watching Nebraska VS Creighton basketball game? Why not head down to District Table & Tap in Norfolk, NE this Tuesday night to watch the game and support OGT? For every Nebraska Craft beer sold during the game, District will donate $1 to us! Thank You, District for supporting OGT!
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Students in North Platte Help Raise Money To Help With Shipping Costs
Our Redeemer Lutheran School students in North Platte, NE had October chapel offerings for OGT and raised $198.00! This donation will go toward helping with the shipping costs of 18 boxes at $11.00 per box. Way to go Students! Thank you for helping to get aid to those in need worldwide!
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OGT Staff and Their Children Enjoy Pack Away Hunger
Some of OGT staff and their children helped pack Mercy Meals at the annual Pack Away Hunger 2-day event in Norfolk, NE. The event was held at the new Mercy Meals location and in 1.5 hours, OGT crew packed 13 boxes or 2,808 Mercy Meals! What an awesome opportunity to help feed the hungry. Pictured…
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