A pair of former Nebraska football players and NFL veterans are teaming up along with community members to help first responders and people in need in the wake of historic flooding.

Long wrote in a Twitter message on Wednesday that he along with Jeremiah and Emma Sirles are working with Whitetails Unlimited, the Soltero Family and the Colfax County attorney's office to cater a dinner from 5-7 p.m. at the Oak Ballroom.

"If you are a first responder, state patrol, police officer, National Guard or any of the hundreds of volunteers that have worked tirelessly to help during this tough time this invitation is for you," Long wrote. "If you have been displaced or had any issues with the flooding this invitation is for you. If you just need someone to talk to, pray with, or you are just in need of a hug or a warm handshake, this invitation is for you."