Nelnet 2025 Year in Review: Building Momentum for the Future

Discover Nelnet’s achievements, innovations, and community impact in 2025—and explore how you can be part of what’s next in 2026.

Communicating openly and honestly

United Way Give Where You Live

Nelnet associates raised $1,038,333 for United Way, supporting nonprofits nationwide. With the Nelnet Foundation’s matching program—doubling first-time gifts and tripling new donor contributions—the impact was extraordinary. From Colorado to Georgia and beyond, associates embraced “Give Where You Live,” reflecting Nelnet’s core value of giving back and helping build stronger, healthier communities across the country.

Giving back to the communities in which we live and work

Meet Rohit Dewan, Nelnet Bank’s New CEO

Discover Rohit Dewan’s vision as Nelnet Bank’s new CEO. Learn about his leadership approach, strategic priorities, and plans for driving innovation in banking.

Pursuing opportunities for diversification and growth

Serving From the Homefront: Spouses Reflect on Veterans Day

Elizabeth Valles and Jana Diaz share what it means to support a veteran—from deployment and distance to reintegration and resilience. Their stories honor the strength of military spouses.

Giving back to the communities in which we live and work

Gravel, Grit, and Greatness: Nelnet Teams Up for Gravel Worlds

Gravel Worlds and Beyond: Building Wellness and Connection Across Nelnet

Creating an awesome work environment

How Nelnet Helps Institutions Stay Ahead of CDR Risk

ScholarNet’s Portfolio Navigator gives higher ed institutions the insight and outreach tools they need to reduce defaults and stay ahead of federal repayment mandates.

Creating an awesome work environment

Agility in Action: How Seth Partridge Brings a Snowboarder’s Mindset to Renewable Energy

Agile on the slopes, adaptable at work. See how Seth Partridge’s love of snowboarding shapes his approach to leadership at Nelnet Renewable Energy.

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Wendi Beck Receives 2025 Butterfield Leadership Award

For 19 years, Wendi Beck has shaped Nelnet with mentorship and care, guiding associates through change and growth. Her selfless leadership has now earned her the 2025 Butterfield Award—honoring a career built on service and impact.

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Nelnet Partners With TeamMates for Mentoring That Matters

Nelnet associates are making a big impact—one hour at a time—by mentoring local students through the TeamMates program. See how this meaningful partnership is changing lives in Nelnet communities and beyond.

Giving back to the communities in which we live and work