Get N Go Fish: A Community Legacy in Omaha
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A Family Legacy Built on Community
Get N Go Fish was founded in 1996 by Jerel Ford’s father and is now a 30-year multi-generational business, deeply rooted in Omaha. -
Giving Back as a Business Model
Every Saturday, Ford provides food to the community that would otherwise go to waste, fostering loyalty and helping the business thrive. -
Local Spotlight During Good Neighbor Week
Get N Go Fish is recognized in One Omaha’s first citywide Good Neighbor Week, which celebrates unique neighborhood identities and encourages strong community ties.
Owner Jerel Ford reflects on the significance of his family-owned business, which specializes in deep-fried local catfish, located near 24th and Franklin in Omaha.
Ford shared, “Being a good neighbor and a good person is still in style.” He emphasizes that even though Get N Go Fish may not be large, its community impact is substantial.
Smith adds, “Every Saturday, we go down and feed the community so nothing goes to waste. It’s the little things that keep us in business and our customers coming back.”
Find Get N Go Fish at 1706 N 24th in Omaha.
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