--- title: 250 for 250 description: As we approach America’s 250th, we invite you to be part of an opportunity to honor our past while strengthening the future of the Nebraska State Fair. image: https://1868foundation.org/hubfs/_N9Z4820.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/250-for-250#main-content) [![1868_LOGO_RECONSTRUCTION-02](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/1868_LOGO_RECONSTRUCTION-02.png?width=120&height=102&name=1868_LOGO_RECONSTRUCTION-02.png "1868_LOGO_RECONSTRUCTION-02")](https://1868foundation.org/) - [Home](https://1868foundation.org) - [Invest](https://1868foundation.org/invest) - [Supporters](https://1868foundation.org/proud-sponsors) - [News & Events](https://1868foundation.org/news-events) - [Events](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/tag/events) - [News](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/tag/news) - [Master Plan](https://1868foundation.org/master-plan) - [About Us](https://1868foundation.org/about-us) - [Board & Staff](https://1868foundation.org/about-us#board-staff) - [Annual Reports](https://1868foundation.org/annual-report) - [Merchandise](http://1868foundation.weebly.com/) - [Donate](https://statefair.networkforgood.com/projects/119760-main-giving-page) Search [Lindsey Koepke](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/author/lindsey-koepke) Apr 8, 2026 3:49:02 PM # 250 for 250 ## Celebrate America’s 250th at the Nebraska State Fair ![250 for 250-1](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/250%20for%20250-1.png?width=234&height=234&name=250%20for%20250-1.png)The Fair is a proud symbol of American heritage in celebrating Nebraska’s family values, hard work, traditions, and deep-rooted pride in agriculture. As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, we invite you to be part of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to honor our past while strengthening the future of the Nebraska State Fair. We’re inviting leadership donors to make a **$10,000 commitment (payable over four years)** to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and invest in the next generation.   This limited initiative seeks at least **25 Nebraska difference-makers,** individuals and businesses alike, who want to leave a lasting mark on our state’s most iconic event.![250 4.23-1](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/250%20%20%204.23-1.png?width=361&height=361&name=250%20%20%204.23-1.png)   Your support will help fund: - Youth agriculture programs - Sustainability upgrades - Capital improvements - Patriotic programming All donors will receive **permanent recognition** on the America 250 installation, proudly unveiled at the 2026 Nebraska State Fair. Your name will stand as a lasting tribute to your generosity and leadership, recognized for generations to come.   This is more than a contribution. It is a rare opportunity to step forward as a leader and be part of a historic moment. As we celebrate 250 years of America, your commitment will help preserve meaningful traditions, invest in future generations, and strengthen the legacy of the Nebraska State Fair.   Now is the moment to take part. Be recognized. Be remembered. Join a select group of visionaries who are shaping the future while honoring the past. Your leadership will leave a lasting impact across the Fairgrounds and throughout Nebraska for years to come.   [Become a Leader](https://1868foundation.org/hubfs/250%20for%20250%20Agreement%20form%20Fillable-1.pdf) #### Our 250 for 250 Leaders Coming soon [Events](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/tag/events) ### Related Posts ###### [Nebraska State Fair 1868 Foundation Supports Youth Premiums](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/nebraska-state-fair-1868-foundation-supports-youth-premiums) Young Nebraskans come across this great state for a chance to take home honors, and perhaps a ribbon, from the State Fair. These dedicated,... ###### [Blue Ribbon Kick Off – The Great Steak Debate](https://1868foundation.org/news-events/blue-ribbon-kick-off-the-great-steak-debate) Join us for the Annual Blue Ribbon Kick Off as we celebrate Nothing More Nebraskan than a Great Nebraska Steak! 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