Fremont to Host 'Future of Human Care Micro-Symposium'

Lutheran Family Services brings its popular executive forum for nonprofit leaders to the Fremont City Auditorium on April 9.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:07am

The Fremont Area will host its first 'Future of Human Care Micro-Symposium' on April 9, organized by Lutheran Family Services (LFS). The unique regional conference was created in 2023 to bring the best minds together to strategize solutions for mutual challenges facing nonprofit organizations. This micro-symposium is a half-day version of the Omaha conference, now entering its fourth year.

Why it matters

As communities continue to navigate a world in constant change, it is essential that organizations that help people are strong, united, and prepared. The Fremont event aims to provide local leadership with a greater awareness of the issues impacting the Fremont area and inspire attendees with a renewed sense of collaboration and engagement with their peers.

The details

The Fremont 'Future of Human Care Micro-Symposium' will feature new insights on philanthropy, digital wellness, employment law, and the city's co-responder program. Featured speakers include Melissa Diers from the Fremont Area Community Foundation, Dr. Andrea Neuzil from LFS Smart Gen, Ruth Horvatich from McGrath North Law, and Deputy Chief Jennifer Birkhofer from the Fremont Police Department.

  • The Fremont event is scheduled for April 9, 2026.
  • Registration is requested by April 6, 2026.

The players

Lutheran Family Services (LFS)

A nonprofit organization that is bringing its popular executive forum for nonprofit leaders to the Fremont City Auditorium.

Chris Tonniges

The president and CEO at LFS.

Fremont Area Community Foundation

An organization that will be represented by Melissa Diers at the micro-symposium.

LFS Smart Gen

An organization that will be represented by Dr. Andrea Neuzil at the micro-symposium.

McGrath North Law

A law firm that will be represented by Ruth Horvatich at the micro-symposium.

Fremont Police Department

An organization that will be represented by Deputy Chief Jennifer Birkhofer at the micro-symposium.

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What they’re saying

“As we navigate a world in constant change, it is essential that organizations that help people are strong, united, and prepared.”

— Chris Tonniges, President and CEO at LFS

What’s next

Registration for the Fremont 'Future of Human Care Micro-Symposium' is requested by April 6, 2026 via email to symposium@OneLFS.org.

The takeaway

The Fremont 'Future of Human Care Micro-Symposium' is an important event that will bring together local nonprofit leaders to discuss critical issues and find collaborative solutions to better serve the Fremont community during a time of constant change.