Follow the steps below to donate online:

1. Click on the text in the Copy field to highlight and copy it (CTRL+C).

2. Click the Donate Now button. A new page will be opened up.

3. On the new page, enter the amount you would like to donate in the Amount box.

4. Paste (CTRL+V) the selection you make below from your Clipboard into the Program Specification Box.

5. Click on the appropriate button on the new page at right to complete your transaction.

Objective

Our goal is to raise $10,000 through public and private funding for the purchase and installation of a Historical Marker near the Blue River Cattle Trail. We seek to place our first marker at the Blue River Historical District.

Location

The Blue River Historical District location will serve the demographic of local residents of Seward County, as well as visitors to Seward for events like Independence Day. The Blue River Historical District is a 501(c)(3) NPO.

Marker Types

According to the Nebraska History Marker program, there are three types of markers: 

• Two-Post, 5' wide x 6' tall, 180 words ($7,000)*

• Single-Post, 42" wide x 30" tall, 80 words ($1,400)*

• Tablet 6' wide x 3' tall, 170 words ($4,000)*

*Includes post and shipping

The Two-Post marker is ideal for the Blue River Cattle Trail as it is the most eye-catching and gives viewers the largest amount of "textual real-estate" for the Blue River Cattle Trail. Each marker is estimated to incur an additional installation cost of $2,500 - $3,000. The total for each Two-Post marker required is $10,000.

Current Fundraising - Public

One of our objectives is to try and raise funds through public grants. We are partnering with three non-profits: Seward County Historical Society, Blue River Historical District, and Seward County Bridges. We will be applying for various grants available to non-profits to help us get closer to achieving our goal. 

Current Fundraising - Private

Private funding will complement the public funding we acquire to cover the costs for placing Historical Markers in Seward County. How would YOU like to be a part of local history and help accomplish our goal? There are two ways you can take part in making history with us!

Online

1. Follow the instructions at the top of this page. You will be redirected to Seward County Bridges' PayPal donation page. Paste (CTRL+V) your selection into the Program/Service Specification box.

2. Participate in Give Week with Seward County Gives. Be sure to put "Blue River Cattle Trail" in the textbox that says "Notes about my gift". This annual drive has a matching program which boosts your Giving Dollars! 🤩💰

Cash or Check

You can send check or cash donations directly to Seward County Bridges. You MUST put "Blue River Cattle Trail" in the memo on your check or envelope. Your donation is tax-deductible. 🐮🤠 Please send to the address below.

Seward County Bridges
Seward Civic Center
616 Bradford St
Seward, NE 68434