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Shelby County
The Shelby County Community Foundation aims to improve the quality of life in Shelby County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Shelby County. As an affiliate of the Omaha Community Foundation, the Shelby County Community Foundation was established in 1998.
Advisory Committee
- Max Powers, Chair
- Jodee Dixon, Vice Chair
- Daniel Fischer, Secretary
- Jill Mages
- Jill Schaben
- Rich Wiig
Grant Applications
Applications for the spring 2026 cycle are accepted from December 15th to February 1st, and must be submitted on the grant portal. Before beginning, please download and review the Grant Program Fact Sheet below (updated July 2025), which includes eligibility requirements, FAQs, and application instructions.
Grant Program Fact Sheet (PDF)
Application Access Instructions (PDF)
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