[Lexington Community Foundation](https://www.lexfoundation.org)

Rolling

Typically covers essential items (e.g., shoes, socks) for individual students in need; specific award amounts not published.

Provides essential items to students in need so they can fully participate in school without feeling different from their peers.

--- ## Description The Good Samaritan Fund is a charitable grant program managed by the Lexington Community Foundation. Established in 2005, its purpose is to ensure that children in need have access to basic necessities—such as shoes and socks—so they can focus on learning and participate fully in school life. The fund operates discreetly, aiming to remove barriers to education caused by lack of essential items and to help students avoid feeling different from their peers. --- ## Due Dates - Applications accepted on a rolling basis; there is no set deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - The fund typically provides support for essential items on an as-needed basis for individual students. - No specific maximum or minimum award amount is published; support is tailored to the needs of each child. --- ## Eligibility - Intended for students (children) in need who require essential items to fully participate in school. - Requests are generally made on behalf of students by school staff or community members aware of the need. - The program is focused on the Lexington, Nebraska community. --- ## Application Process - There is no formal published application process or form indicated on the program page. - School staff or community members who are aware of a student’s need may reach out directly to the Lexington Community Foundation. - For more information or to initiate a request, contact the foundation via email or phone. --- ## Additional Information - The fund operates quietly and discreetly to protect the dignity of the children it serves. - Donations to the fund are encouraged and accepted year-round. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Good Samaritan Fund](https://www.lexfoundation.org/what-we-do/grant-programs/good-samaritan-fund.html) - [Lexington Community Foundation Home](https://www.lexfoundation.org) - [Contact Page](https://www.lexfoundation.org/who-we-are/contact.html) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | office@lexfoundation.org | | Phone | 308.324.6704 | | Address | 607 N. Washington St. P.O. Box 422 Lexington, NE 68850 | ---

Good Samaritan Fund

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