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Fund Options

A full array of giving solutions and services

At the Foundation, donors choose the type of fund that best matches their individual, family, or organizational needs with their greater philanthropic goals. There are a number of options to choose from and we will work with you to determine the right one for your needs.

Charitable Checkbook® Fund

The simplest way to start giving, this fund allows an easy entry point to our donor family.

Charitable Checkbook Fund (PDF)

Donor Advised Fund

This popular fund allows donors and their successors to participate in the grantmaking process while pursuing larger, longer-term charitable goals.

Donor Advised Fund (PDF)

Corporate Fund

A fund for a corporate donor who wants to establish a philanthropic program that can inspire a culture of giving within a company and build positive relationships throughout the community.

Corporate Fund (PDF)

Designated Fund

This fund allows donors to support specific nonprofits or causes over time, with the Foundation managing annual grants to ensure the original intent of the gift is achieved.

Designated Fund (PDF)

Field of Interest Fund

A fund that lets donors target their gifts to address a specific need in the community. Donors identify their areas of interest (geriatric care, the arts, underserved youth, etc) and our grant committee finds projects and groups that are making an impact in that area.

Field of Interest Fund (PDF)

Legacy Giving

We offer legacy giving options that help donors leave a gift in their will that creates a lasting impact beyond their lifetime, including testamentary funds and services for support organizations and private foundations.

Legacy Giving (PDF)

Compare the Funds

Donors may find it helpful to compare all the funds before choosing the option that best meets their charitable giving needs. We’re always happy to discuss the options with you, too.

Compare the Funds (PDF)

Questions? We’re here to help.
Vanessa Denney

Vice President of Philanthropic & Donor Services
402-614-9531
vanessa@omahafoundation.org

Questions? We’re here to help.
Katie Vogel

Director of Donor Services
402-884-1757
katie@omahafoundation.org

Join the Giving

You can help us strengthen our community, and we can help you make your giving more effective. Be a part of the good we’re growing by contributing to one of our funds or opening your own philanthropic fund.