Special Events

Lincoln Lutheran is committed to engaging the community through exciting and impactful events. Donor participation helps fund critical projects that support students and the future of the school. Lincoln Lutheran depends on volunteers, gifts, and participation to lead us toward significant renewal and support of all students in the LL community.

Warrior Strong - Give to Lincoln Lutheran Event

Next Event: May 2025

Warrior Strong, a give to Lincoln Lutheran event, is an opportunity to support Lincoln Lutheran during the month of May. Gifts received from May 1st through May 31st will be counted towards this initiative. Our goal is to raise $118,000! Gifts received during Warrior Strong will help make Lincoln Lutheran accessible to as many students as possible.

2024 Giving Event Results - $139,773 raised through 108 gifts. 27 alumni participated. 34 gifts came from donors that hadn't previously given during Give to Lincoln Day. Thank you!

This year, we are looking to finish the Embark Campaign, Warrior Strong! We ask that you pray about making a gift during May that will impact the Warriors of today and tomorrow.

#WeAreWarriors

Blue and Gold Gala - Seuss, Fun and Fancy

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Recent Event: March 21, 2025

The annual Blue and Gold Gala was held on March 21st, the theme: Suess, Fun & Fancy.  It was a fantastic evening filled with laughter, fellowship, and tremendous generosity.  The Lincoln Lutheran community showed up in great numbers (thirty-eight tables, 380 attendees) and contributed mightily to the LEF mission. 

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God’s blessings reigned down on the event and propelled Lincoln Lutheran to expand the Warrior Wellness Initiative to now include the Warrior Wellness Center (WWC). (Read the ANNOUNCEMENT here.)  This special project garnered a matching gift and the total dollars contributed to the WWC exceeded $97,000! 

Learn more about the Warrior Wellness Initiative by watching this video:

Overall, $234,000 was raised during the Gala.  The LEF is grateful for the support and excited about the momentum that transpired during the evening - what a blessing! From Cory and Lynne Bergt, this year’s Shield of Faith Award winners: “We believe that Lincoln Lutheran’s work and ministry has a lasting impact on students and their families, both now and for generations to come. Giving to Lincoln Lutheran helps equip and provide resources for teachers to continue delivering a top-tier educational experience while also creating opportunities for more families to be blessed by this ministry.”  

At the Gala, we were honored to celebrate two very special couples.

2025 Founder's Award Recipients

Matt and Susie Heibel’s dedication to Lincoln Lutheran has left an undeniable legacy—one built on faith, service, and a steadfast belief in Christian education. Their contributions, both seen and unseen, have shaped the school and the lives of countless students. It is with deep gratitude and admiration that we recognize them as this year’s Founder's Award recipients.

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2025 Shield of Faith Award Recipients

It is with deep appreciation that we recognize Cory and Lynne as this year’s Shield of Faith Award recipients. Their unwavering faith, dedication to Christian education, and spirit of generosity have left an indelible mark on Lincoln Lutheran, ensuring that its mission will continue for generations to come.

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Thank you event sponsors!

Cat in the Hat, $5,000 Sponsor > CP Strategies

Horton, $2,500 Sponsors > Apex Animal Health, Bob and Beth Caldwell, Linkugel Financial Services, Inc.

Sam I Am, $1,250 Sponsors > Amigos, Avid Realty, Calvary Lutheran Foundation, Christ Lincoln, FACTS, Faith Lutheran Foundation, Daren and Delinda Lampe, Kevin and Denise Meyer, North Channel Capital Management, Redeemer Foundation

Whoville Volunteer Table Sponsors > Schwisow Construction and a Friend of LL

Thing One and Thing Two Sponsors > BMG Certified Public Accountants, LLP, Tim and Brenda Bangert, John and Karen Carmen, Tim and Kristy Plander

Beverage Sponsors > Core Wealth Management, JB Group, Greg & Kristy Parr - Owners & The Custom Sports Team

Audio/Visual Sponsor > Masin Misko

Homecoming Tailgate and Alumni Celebration

Recent Event: September 13, 2024

Friday, September 13, 2024, the Annual Homecoming Tailgate Party took place prior to the football game against the Mustangs from Concordia Omaha. Over 350 of our Warrior family members and friends enjoyed a meal, provided by HyVee. As part of this annual event, we honored an alum.

Jonathan Jank, a 2004 graduate, credits his time at Lincoln Lutheran for instilling in him the desire to be a servant leader. Jonathan recalls his years at LL as a time full of opportunities to grow in relationships with Jesus, faculty, staff and students who became lifelong friends. He credits his teachers for challenging him personally and spiritually. At LL he participated in student council, various sports, multiple theater productions and many music groups which allowed him to travel to several states and qualify three years for All State Band.

Jonathan has this advice for current Warriors: Success moves at the speed of trust. There is no substitute for building authentic and trustworthy relationships both personally and professionally. With that said, don't worry about climbing the corporate ladder. Be faithful in your everyday callings and trust God to provide for your daily personal and professional needs (Matthew 6:25-34)

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Warrior Classic Golf Tournament - Swing for the Shield

Warrior Classic

Recent Event: October 17, 2024

Thanks to all who came out to Swing for the Shield on Thursday, October 17th.

Be on the lookout next summer for information about the 2025 Warrior Classic!

Grandparents and Special Persons Chapel

Recent Event: November 21, 2024

Grandparents and Speical Persons Chapel is a special time set aside for grandparents and special persons of current Lincoln Lutheran students to attend a gathering and sit with their Lincoln Lutheran students in chapel aIong with the entire student body, faculty, and staff.

It was heartwarming to see over 280 grandparents and special people come together through love of family. We pray our time together was encouraging to all in attendance.

These young people are set apart for his purpose, “Chosen,” and living in a world that is full of temptations. Keep lifting up your students daily in prayer. God is using their experience on this campus to lay a firm foundation of faith that will serve them well as they navigate life.

Grandparents Day