Community Action Partnership

The thrill of arriving on the first day of school prepared and ready to learn can be a struggle for some students.  Information from the ’23-’24 student data, of the 3,221 students who attend LPS, 21.9% fall below the Federal Poverty line. (705 students) (Stats from the IES/NCES website) There is a continued need for support among the children who represent this statistic.  Studies have shown that learning outcomes are greater in kids who are engaged and positive about the learning experience.  

“In conclusion, school supplies are a vital component of student success in education. They play a pivotal role in enhancing learning and comprehension, boosting student confidence and motivation, and aiding teachers in providing a quality educational experience. Recognizing the importance of these resources shines a light on the need for equitable access to school supplies for all students.”  (NSSEA.ORG- The Importance of School Supplies for Student Success; February 16, 2025) 

Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska has been addressing a portion of this gap for years.  We aim to assist low-income families by supplementing their back-to-school expenses with backpacks and supplies.  Martha Draskovic in the Lexington office has coordinated fundraisers and supply drives to help curb the cost of providing these supplies.

2017: 302 distributed

2018: 315 distributed

2019: 255 distributed

2020: 300 distributed

2021: 300 distributed

2022: 300 distributed  

2023: 318 distributed

2024: 300 distributed

2025: 300 distributed

In addition to this project, Martha coordinates the Salvation Army's annual fund drive and distributes a portion of the funds raised.   She is the central navigator of Lexington Ministerial funds and oversees the Lexington Food Pantry.  In the past year, she has assisted with 128 rent and utility assists and 2,166 food pantries to 963 unduplicated clients.  

For more information, please visit:

www.communityactionmidne.com