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As Nebraska communities continue to face a historic wildfire season, local advisors are hearing from clients who want to help in meaningful, effective ways. Nearly 100 volunteer fire departments across […]
read postAt the Omaha Community Foundation, our role goes beyond granting money to nonprofits. We help donors make informed decisions about how and when their generosity can have the greatest impact. […]
read postYour clients rely on your guidance to make important financial decisions. When it comes to charitable giving, the Omaha Community Foundation can partner with you to simplify their giving and […]
read postExecutive Summary On April 26, 2024, several EF4 Tornados created large-scale destruction that traveled 32.5 miles across Blair, Bennington, Elkhorn, Kennard, and Waterloo. Nearly 1000 homes were partially damaged or […]
read postAs Nebraska communities continue to face a historic wildfire season, local advisors are hearing from clients who want to help in meaningful, effective ways. Nearly 100 volunteer fire departments across […]
Apr 17th, 2026 Advisors
At the Omaha Community Foundation, our role goes beyond granting money to nonprofits. We help donors make informed decisions about how and when their generosity can have the greatest impact. […]
In April 2024, tornadoes tore through eastern Nebraska, damaging and destroying homes across Douglas, Washington, and surrounding counties. In the immediate aftermath, the Omaha Community Foundation moved quickly to support […]
Apr 15th, 2026 In the Community, Knowledge, News, Nonprofits, Philanthropy
Your clients rely on your guidance to make important financial decisions. When it comes to charitable giving, the Omaha Community Foundation can partner with you to simplify their giving and […]
Apr 6th, 2026 Advisors
Executive Summary On April 26, 2024, several EF4 Tornados created large-scale destruction that traveled 32.5 miles across Blair, Bennington, Elkhorn, Kennard, and Waterloo. Nearly 1000 homes were partially damaged or […]
Mar 26th, 2026 In the Community, Knowledge
Donate to the Nebraska Wildfires Response FunD As Nebraska communities continue to battle wildfires, immediate needs are emerging. While containment has improved in several areas, conditions continue to shift due to weather and wind, […]
Mar 19th, 2026 News
On February 11, the Omaha Community Foundation celebrated the 2025 class of Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) graduates, welcoming a new group of leaders into one of the strongest philanthropic […]
Twenty-five years ago, Diane Darrington joined the Omaha Community Foundation as part of the accounting department. Today, as Grants Manager, she continues to be the force behind one of the […]
Jan 22nd, 2026 News
The Omaha Venture Group (OVG), a giving circle facilitated by the Omaha Community Foundation, is excited to announce its 2026 grant cycle. If your nonprofit has a bold vision and a fledgling initiative that […]
Jan 15th, 2026 News, Nonprofits
The Omaha Community Foundation is accepting applications for the 2026 Community Interest Funds grant program from January 1 through 11:59 p.m. March 1. Eligibility requirements and priority areas vary by […]
Dec 29th, 2025 News, Nonprofits
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