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Equity in action: Fund for Omaha report reveals community insights from 2023 grant cycle

The Omaha Community Foundation proudly presents the Fund for Omaha 2023 Overview & Giving Guide, featuring this year’s grant recipients and finalists at the forefront of racial equity and social […]

Dec 7th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Nearly $400,000 granted to Southwest Iowa Community Projects

The Community Foundations of Southwest Iowa has announced nearly $400,000 to projects across nine counties. This collection of community foundations and boards serves to benefit nine communities in Southwest Iowa […]

Nov 20th, 2023   News, Nonprofits, Southwest Iowa

Fund for Omaha awards $402K in grants for racial equity, social justice

The Omaha Community Foundation awarded $402,500 in Fund for Omaha grants to 18 local nonprofits with a focus on promoting racial equity and social justice. The demand for operating support […]

Nov 17th, 2023   Grants, News, Nonprofits

Meet the 2024 cohort: 10 Omaha leaders selected for Nonprofit Capacity Building Program

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the 10 nonprofit leaders of color who have been selected to participate in the Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. Through dynamic professional development activities […]

Nov 7th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

2023 Year-End Giving Deadlines

As we approach the end of 2023, the Omaha Community Foundation is here to assist with your year-end giving. The timing of your year-end charitable gifts affects your eligibility for […]

Oct 24th, 2023   Advisors, News, Nonprofits, Philanthropy

Field of Interest Funds award $133K to 16 Omaha nonprofits

 The Omaha Community Foundation awarded a total of $133,277 to 16 local organizations from three specialized grant funds: Creche Childhood Education Fund, Jetton Charitable Fund, and Richard A. Shaw Fund. […]

Oct 24th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Nebraska’s Black Maternal Health Month – who is doing the work

October is Black Maternal Health Month in Nebraska, so we are highlighting local nonprofits addressing the complex issues that lead to racial disparities in birth outcomes. These organizations are implementing […]

Oct 18th, 2023   In the Community, Nonprofits

Hispanic Heritage Month: Local nonprofits build community, expand opportunities

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting nonprofits that are strengthening communities for Hispanic and Latino people in the Omaha metro. Each of the four nonprofits we are […]

Oct 13th, 2023   Grants, In the Community, News, Nonprofits

Celebrating Excellence: 10 nonprofit leaders of color complete 2023 capacity building program

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2023  Nonprofit Capacity Building Program, congratulating the 10 nonprofit leaders of color for their participation and personal […]

Oct 9th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Check out these nonprofits supporting people’s minds and bodies that were awarded Futuro Latino grants

Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th in the United States, is a time to recognize and honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and […]

Oct 5th, 2023   In the Community, News, Nonprofits

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