The Cause
The Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to raise money for cancer research. Ninety percent of the profits benefit the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center across Nebraska, with 10% donated back to local communities’ health and wellness programs.
The Cattlemen’s Ball has become one of the Midwest’s premier events, raising millions of dollars for cancer research. Held in a different and unique location each year, the Cattlemen’s Ball gives host communities the opportunity to showcase their area of the state. Hundreds of volunteers, donors, patrons and friends come together for one unforgettable weekend in June when thousands of guests attend the Ball under the big top tents, beneath the stars.
Guests who attend the Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska are guaranteed to have a great time. Some of country music’s great entertainers take the stage both nights, while guests enjoy fantastic food and drink, featuring premium Nebraska beef and locally produced craft beers, wine and spirits.
You don’t have to be a rancher to attend the Cattlemen’s Ball, nor do you have to know how to dance. All that is required is a warm heart and generous spirit. There is something for everyone at the Cattlemen’s Ball – shopping, dining, entertainment, ranch rodeo, demonstrations, art, special activities and more, so make your plans early to attend!
If you or someone you love has been affected by cancer, then the Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska is an event you don’t want to miss. We hope to see you at the Cattlemen’s Ball – won’t you join us? We promise you, you’re going to have a great time!
Thank you for supporting the Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska, we’ll see you in June!
What an impact!
2026
2026
Linda & Howard Benjamin Family
$1,511,635.86
2025
2025
Bev & Terry Acton Family
$1,234,927
2024
2024
Kristin & Scott Schiff Family$1,685,176.87
2023
2023
Kent & Colleen Weborg / Craig & Darlene Weborg / Brian & Renee Weborg
$1,901,572.56
2022
2022
Dr. Scott & Karen Lubben Family / Mark & Candi Rathe Family – Weeping Water, NE
$1,339,729
2021
2021
Scott and Pat Mueller – Columbus, NE
$1,578,021
2019
2019
Derek & Allison Sandman / Wayne & Chris Krausnick – Wauneta, NE
$673,739
2018
2018
Becky & Randy Hergott / Natalie & Rob Marsh – Hebron, NE
$1,550,962
2017
2017
Jeff & Lisa Johnsons – Anselmo, NE
$895,035
2016
2016
Trevor & Torri Lienemann – Princeton, NE
$816,036
2015
2015
Tom Herzog and Kim Schweers – Lynch, NE
$833,200
2014
2014
Jeff & Kathy May
Kenny & Misty Stauffer – Harrisburg, NE
$1,050,465
2013
2013
Ralph & Beverly Holzfaster Family – Paxton, NE
Neal Hansen & Sally Else – Sutherland, NE
$1,869,815
2012
2012
Allen & Shelly Clark – McCool Junction
$1,249,270
2011
2011
Harry & Doris Knobbe – West Point, NE
$1,321,000
2010
2010
Norris & Lori Marshall – Kearney, NE
Eugene & Donna Marshall – Honorary
Robin & Judy Marshall – Honorary
$871,619
2009
2009
Greg Robb and Jane Schuerman – Doniphan, NE
$430,023
2008
2008
Delbert & Merilee Niewohner – Albion, NE
Mark & Jana Niewohner
$697,885
2007
2007
John & Laurie Widdowson – Lodgepole, NE
Ray & Mary Alger– Lodgepole, NE
$480,000
2006
2006
Bob & Marge Dickinson – Milford, NE
Dave & Molly Dickinson – Milford, NE
$563,250
2005
2005
Herb & Kathy Albers – Wisner, NE
$595,000
2004
2004
Jay & Leanne Novacek
and JP & June Novacek – Brady, NE
$174,000
2003
2003
David & Dickie Fulkerson – Ashland, NE
$33,000 (Ranch party)
2002
2002
Dan & Kathy Benes – Valparaiso, NE
Ermin & Delores Benes – Valparaiso, NE
$207,000
2001
2001
Don & Sandi Ormesher – Valentine, NE
Mark & Kami Ormesher, Brandon, Tyler, Nicholas & Trevor – Valentine, NE
$133,000
2000
2000
Craig & Jody Haythorn – Arthur, NE
Waldo & Beldora Haythorn – Arthur, NE
Sage & Cord Haythorn – Arthur, NE
Bob & Sally Haythorn – Mayden, NE
$104,000
1999
1999
Dr. Joe & Diane Jeffrey – Lexington, NE
$140,000
1998
1998
Sheryl Graff – Ainsworth, NE
Todd, Bobbie, Josh, & Brady Graff – Ainsworth, NE
Josh Graff – Ainsworth, NE
Terry, Angie [Hood], & Morgan Graff – Ainsworth, NE
Morgan Gradd Heiman – Ainsworth, NE
Betty Snover – Ainsworth, NE
$95,000