Applications for the Fund for Omaha 2024 grant cycle are open.

Applications are accepted annually July 1 – August 1. Awards will be announced via email by October 31.

The Omaha Community Foundation is committed to mobilizing support through the Fund for Omaha for organizations leading our community’s racial and social justice work. Goals of the grant program include working to ensure equitable access to opportunity and supporting advocacy efforts to address systems change.

Applicants can request up to $25,000. This grant is considered an operating support grant and can be used flexibly to accomplish the program or goals outlined in the application.

Priority areas

We believe this work can happen through investments that address racial equity gaps. Funding priorities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Mental & Behavioral Health: Ensuring individuals can obtain comprehensive services, removing barriers to care for both mental and behavioral health needs
  • Maternal Health & Birth Outcomes: Enhancing healthcare, resources, and support provided to pregnant individuals for safe pregnancies and childbirth experiences, and reducing maternal morbidity and mortality rates.
  • Housing & Neighborhoods: Ensuring affordable housing options, facilitating pathways to homeownership, and developing public spaces that foster social connections for people of color to feel safe and supported.
  • Economic Opportunity: Expanding access to high-quality education, meaningful employment and career development opportunities, and equitable pay in our community for people of color.

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