//COMMUNITY IN ACTION

Faith, Service, and Community in Motion.


The Honesty Project is not just a program on paper. It is happening in real time—at youth events, community service projects, mentorship gatherings, road trips, conversations, and everyday moments across Lincoln.

This page offers a look at the people, places, and experiences that make the work possible.

A group of children and two adults posing on the steps of a wooden house with a large group of children sitting in front of them, some making peace signs or other hand gestures, in a sunny outdoor setting.

//Past Events & Experiences

What We've Been Up To


Community support makes this work possible.

From youth events and service projects to trips, meals, transportation, and mentorship experiences, our sponsors help create opportunities that leave a lasting impact.

See who has supported the Honesty Project—and learn how you can become part of what’s next.

IRON SHARPENS IRON PROGRAM 2026 SUMMER TRIP

Youth and volunteers traveled across several states, spending time in scripture, building relationships, and experiencing places many had never seen before.

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H.O.N.E.S.T.y AT BAT

Honesty Project hosted a friendly softball game between local youth and Lincoln elected officials as part of its commitment to creating free, positive community events for young people.


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Youth Meet Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen & Suzanne

Youth were invited to meet Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen and his wife—an incredible opportunity made possible through community support.

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2ND ANNUAL JULY 4th H.O.N.E.S.T.y BBQ

Held annually in memory of Alyssa West, founder Clay Anders’ niece who lost her life to fentanyl poisoning at age 17, this event provides free fun and meals for more than 150 youth each year with donor support.

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PARTNERSHIP WITH UNL PROGRAMS

Honesty Project partnered with UNL Mass Communications and Journalism students to support events, mentor youth and volunteer throughout the semester.

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STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND CENTER TRIP

Honesty Project youth visited the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum and met Nebraska astronaut Clayton Anderson, with Hamilton tickets donated by County Commissioner Rick Vest as a raffle prize.

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IRON SHARPENS IRON 2026 TRIP

H.O.N.E.S.T.y Youth Meet Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen and Suzanne

Honesty Project was blessed with the Opportunity to introduce some youth to Nebraskas Governor Jim Pillen and his wife! Thanks to Sen Kauth for this amazing opportunity as well as to Pastors Jami and Jeff Kemp for their support also! 

H.O.N.E.S.T.y PARTNERS WITH UNL’S MASS COMMUNICATIONS & JOURNALISM PROGRAMS

Honesty Project is blessed to be partnered with the Mass Communications and Journalism program at University of Nebraska Lincoln with Professor Boling and her students. The UNL students will be helping Honesty Project host events, mentor youth, give tours of campus,and volunteer as part of their grade for the semester. 

H.O.N.E.S.T.y AT BAT

H.O.N.E.S.T.y AT BAT was a softball match with some youth from H.O.N.E.S.T.y Project vs a group of elected officials around Lincoln from our program called “Good Honest Fun” where we throw FREE Pro-Social events for the youth in the community.

Sponsors were:360 touch event and Mike Anderson of Anderson Ford of Lincoln. Pacos Tacos Dj D-Luv  & Shirts by :Eclipse inc

2ND ANNUAL JULY 4th H.O.N.E.S.T.y BBQ

2nd annual “Honesty BBQ” in memory of Founder Clay Anders niece Alyssa West (17)who was killed by a fellow peer with Fentanyl in 2022.
Each year Honesty Project feeds over 150 youth for free thanks to its many donors.

 Thanks to Nebraska Knockerballz , Drug and alcohol solutions , Adventure Land Golf , Dj D-Luv , H.I.S Auto care.

STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND CENTER TRIP

H.O.N.E.S.T.y Project was honored to be allowed to take a group of youth to the Strategic Air Command Center in
Nebraska to meet Clay Anderson, Nebraska’s only astronaut!

Winner of raffle gets tickets to Hamilton - donated by county commissioner Rick Vest.

NEBRASKA FAMILY ALLIANCE GALA FOR TOM OSBORNE