Global Adventures and Nebraska Heritage
“In order for people to have a future, they must first know they have a past.”
The late Dr. Robert Manley, an eminent Nebraska Historian
Bringing the World to Nebraska Schools & Exploring Nebraska Heritage
Founded in 1994 the Malaika Foundation, a 501(c)3, offers Nebraska primary and secondary teachers global educational resources and travel opportunities and promotes exploring and understanding Nebraska heritage.
Inspired by the late Dr. Robert Manley, an eminent Nebraska historian, Malaika also encourages an understanding of Nebraska history and place. As the late Nebraska Historian Dr. Robert Manley stated, “In order for people to have a future, they must first know they have a past.”
Listen to the Land Grants
To honor Dr. Robert Manley, The Malaika Foundation is collaborating with the Museum of Nebraska Art, MONA, Kearney, for Listen to the Land grants offering grants up to $1,000 to Nebraska educators to encourage students to find the history that is all around them. The phrase “Listen to the Land” comes from the title of one of Dr. Manley’s popular programs. It encompasses many topics reflecting the lives of those Nebraskans who have lived on this land and have helped to shape it. To apply, please complete the Listen to the Land Brochure (PDF) and submit your request.”
Grant open for application: September 1, 2026 – February 1, 2027
Applications due: February 1, 2027
Application review: February 2 – February 28, 2027
Announcement of grant winners: March 1, 2027
Project duration: March 1, 2027 – August 27, 2027
Final reporting: August 27, 2027
Malaika means “my angel” in Swahili, which is primarily spoken in Tanzania and Kenya. A popular song throughout Africa was recorded by the late Mariam Makebe, a Grammy award winning South African singer and civil rights activist.