Based on all the mailings I get from Boy's Town with full size calendars, pocket calendars, gloves, socks, Christmas cards, etc I have never been moved to donate to them. All that "wasted postage and advertising" made me think the overhead for the charity had to be too much. I would rather donate to a charity that the majority of the donation goes to the actual cause. Prior to my review I would have given them a one or two star rating. I changed my mind somewhat after reading reviews for people that have visited Boy's Town. I learned that the organization has grown to include girls so the name Boy's Town is a little inaccurate. People that have visited first hand are quite impressed and usually give it a five star rating. I'm relieved that the organization serves a population that needs its care. I have adjusted my initial review with an additional star because the charity is obviously good. I still have to deduct two stars because the fund raising campaign goes overboard with mailing trinkets in hope of a donation. I'd rather they save their money and just tell the story of the history of Boy's Town. I actually made a donation not prior to Christmas because of the junk I received but instead I was inspired by Googling Boy's Town and learning from people that had visited there. read more

Boys Town National HQ I thought I reviewed. I used to get the calendar. They would send me mail solicitations. I haven't heard from them in a while. It's good to see my friend Susie L. Supports them. My parents introduced me to their work when I was a child. Like me my parents supported a lot of worthy causes. read more

My husband and I had such an awesome adventure at Boys Town Nebraska. We were so excited to learn about everything that happens there and truly felt welcomed from the moment we arrived. Thank you so much for your hospitality, Mr. and Mrs. Robinson -- you made our experience unforgettable. read more

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Merry 2022 Christmas ! Unlike the Hundreds of Organizations This Institution holds a foundation, Years with the many and supportive Staff make it Successful., The Winter is Crippling in this part Of American, But you must get The Boys Back in for Care. read more

Boys Town is a really nice community with a really good mission. They place is well kept and they provide a good lesson for all of us. Really beautiful community and people. Keep up the good work. read more

My 700th Review... Day 63 of my travels - A landmark moment in my life, finding Boys Town. How am I the first to review this town? I found one review but it was about the gardens. I will try my best to capture what this town is about...I hope I can do it justice. It must be faith, I mean fate. I didn't plan for my 700th to be on Girls and Boys Town. I had 698 and I had 2 reviews to write, the last one on this historic spot. It's the only historic landmark in Omaha. For me this was deep because I found this place on pure accident. I needed a place to rest before I could drive again and Nebraska was the midway point for me. I found my hotel and it's right next to Boys Town, USA. I never even knew quite where it was. When I came to this country as an immigrant, all I did was watch TV. On Satuday afternoons, they always used to play black and white movies. I am sad this tradition has ended. But the movies I always used to see were, "It's a Wonderful Life," and "Boys Town" with Spencer Tracy and Mickey Rooney. Spencer Tracy won an Oscar and the movie was a huge hit and became part of American culture. It coined the phrase, "There is no such thing as a bad boy," or "He ain't heavy, he's my brother." The famous scene when the brother carries the younger kid on his back to Boys Town. And the founder, Father Flannegan truly believed there were no boys who wanted to be bad. In the early 1900s after World War I, there were a lot of orphan, homeless, and back then called wayward kids. Nowadays we call them, at risk children. Father Flannegen who was from Ireland was tired of trying to help destitute men, some were too old now to reach and just set in their ways. He felt children had a better chance and they were already being neglected. With borrowed money he rented a house for boys, then he bought a farm later, always fighting with creditors and borrowing more money. Eventually a town rose from it, all privately funded. You guys probably see the commercials for the boys and girls hotline on TV. It's part of the program. When I drove around the town, walked through the museum, saw the tomb I was moved to tears. It's truly one of the greatest things I've seen human beings do for one another. Each person I told about this place, were amazed at it's existence. The kids run the town. They have a police department, they make their own newspaper, have their own mayor, are champions at sports. Also to see things from the early 1900s with black boys and white boys playing together. And later girls who were very at risk with sexual abuse finally finding a save haven. They also have a Protestant church and Catholic church, so as not to have any intolerance to religion, and the kids are mixed around in homes to mix up races, sexes, and religions and have married counselors there to give them a sense of family. What makes me sad is. This isn't even my history. It's a borrowed history. My parents aren't aware of this place. Sadly, neither are most people I know of my generation. You would have to go back a few generations for this place to be common knowledge. And maybe that's why I've always felt like I am a borrower. Borrower of a culture, a history that isn't mine, but it makes me live life as some people say crazy or weird, or in Korean moodehpoh (reckless bravado) because I am on borrowed time. Maybe I am weird to be moved so much by this town, or know these kinds of things. I remember after learning about Boys Town, I asked myself all the time since childhood, is there really such a thing as a bad kid? I've been going back and forth with it for my whole life and this movie has stuck with me my whole life and so has this town. Like the nut I am, as soon as I got here I kept thinking, what can I do to help this place? Is it to late to get a degree in some form of counseling and therapy? Am I too old to become a Priest? I offered a silent prayer. But I am getting ahead of myself. From this moment, as long as I live. I want to help. And maybe the legacy of Girls and Boys Town can live on in a small way through this review and through my actions. Maybe Yelp is good for more than one thing yeah? I am trying to prove that every once in a while with a review. One review at a time.... read more

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Boys Town is a great organization to visit. There is so much history here in Nebraska, from the looks of things father Flanagan was ahead of his time. Who would have known that his legacy would live on for so long. I am a true believer in his mission along with everyone else who believes in saving children and healing families. read more

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I love love this place. It reminds me of what kind of humanity we should be. Father "Edward J. Flanagan" was like mother "Teresa" who would be helping, willingly, to anyone needed help, especially the ones are abandoning or avoiding to the world. These boys who are lost, rascal, and abandoned. They got help, sheltered and educated by the father "Edward J. Flanagan". Later, they were successful, they help to build this Boys Town bigger and bigger and helping other lost kids the same like father Flanagan. This is something I would like to do the same too when I'm successful. This place has historical museum and nice park and lake and of course, very nice churches. Im definitely will come back here to visit and retake all pictures since I lost its (sad face). When you're in Nebraska, please save some time and visit or support this place. God bless you..! read more

My son was seeing a behavior provider at Boy's Town. At each appointment I let our provider know I need every option before medicating. And at each appointment medication was mentioned. As if our provider was just so ready to pass this case on and not really help us. I left the last appt feeling defeated. Crying. I emailed our Feb 16 to let him know of my concerns- mentioned he just may not be right for us, perhaps there is another provider that would be a better match. I got a response March 10. A very vague response along the lines of "I'm so sorry, when would you like to set up another appt? I have next Friday available" what? No. That did not help my concerns at all. I guess I'll just let this eat my anxiety away. Then. Covid happens. This will have to be put on the back burner. Today, March 31. The business office at boys town calls to talk about my balance. Yes, I would love to take care of that right now but my household, just like half of America, has lost their jobs. I have no income so I just simply can not right now, sorry. She let me know my account would go to collections April 13 if this cant be resolved. Well, I guess send it and receive half the money rather than be patient and let Americans get back on their feet. Overall the worst experience with them. We have since seen his pediatrician and she was appalled that medicating a 4 year old would even be mentioned to a parent. So, theres that. I'll be settling my account with them or a collections agency. And never take my business to them again. Completely. How vile that during a pandemic they're calling demanding payment. read more

It is called "Boys Town", not "Girls and Boys Town". There is a "Boys Town" Yelp entry which should be used because there is no such thing as "Girls and" Boys Town. I think it is wonderful that "Boys Town" has been serving females since the 1970s, but modern political correctness does not change the name. Father Flanagan called it Boys Town and his successors have not changed the name, so Yelp should consider honoring Father Flanagan's legacy by using the correct name and eliminating any confusion for travelers looking for an entity that does not exist (except in the minds of a select few). read more

We waited weeks to be seen by Boys Town Neurology. We were urgently referred to this clinic and spent many sleepless nights and stressful days waiting for the day of our appointment to arrive. Unfortunately, the day before our appointment, they called to cancel. They actually rescheduled us for a few days later and we felt some hope. However, the day before that appointment they called to cancel on us again and offer us an appointment over two months away. I begged for an appointment sooner considering our circumstances and the fact that it was not our fault that they canceled on us. My desperate pleads as a parent fell on cold, deaf ears. It is clear to me that this clinic does not think of their patients or their families as anything more than just another number to shuffle in their doors (or cancel on at the very last minute). In addition to this terrible experience, about 10 months ago we had an in-person experience with a provider there who exhibited bizarre bedside behavior. Example: When we asked her what she thought could be the issue with our son she said, "Are you holding a gun to my head?! Because if there is a gun to my head right now I'd say it is....." I mean, it is great to be confident in your potential diagnosis (which, by the way, I'd say was WAY OFF at this point), but to use that kind of language with a parent you've just met is unprofessional and just plain weird. I've been a nurse in the NICU for 7 years and I've literally never heard a doctor speak to a family in the manner this doctor spoke to us. Based on my experiences with this clinic, I would strongly recommend you seek care elsewhere. read more

My husband and I were in town visiting friends. We decided to go to Boys Town while they were at work. We came in a back way and got a tad lost. We ended up going to an administration building and they were very nice getting us to the gift shop. The signs on campus could be improved. Once at the gift shop the woman was very helpful answering our questions. She told us it was a self guided tour. For $5 you can purchase a CD to give you more details as you drive around the campus. Our rental car didn't have a CD so I can't speak to it. In the back of the gift shop is the largest ball of stamps. After the gift shop we headed to Hall of History. There was a short film to watch. Then the displays started from the beginning to modern time. Showed famous alumni and artifacts from the place through the years. The back hall focus on the leaders through the years. The entire place was extremely educational and interesting. If you only have time for one thing the Hall of History is worth your time. We then walked to the Catholic Church were we saw the resting place of the founder, Father Flannegen. We then walked to Father Flannegen's house but it was closed. Overall we enjoyed our time at Boys Town. What this place stands for is inspirational. I would recommend people make time to visit. read more

I haven't been here in such a long time. For those who are history buffs or are interested in historic landmarks , too much to tell , you must visit. read more

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I can't say I've been anywhere that caters towards towards the needs and gives us senior citizens deserve like this place.