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Update: SALT Cap & Endow Iowa

The Community Foundations of Southwest Iowa wants to make you aware of the newly approved IRS regulations which could impact the federal deductibility of Endow Iowa charitable gifts. These regulations […]

Jul 18th, 2019   Advisors, Philanthropy, Southwest Iowa

2018 Year-End Giving Deadlines

As we enter the holiday season and the final days of 2018, the Omaha Community Foundation is ready to assist you with your end of year giving and grantmaking. In […]

Nov 29th, 2018   Advisors

Profile in Giving: Scoular Company

We recently chatted with Kim Daniels, Office & Community Relations Manager at The Scoular Company, to discuss how Scoular engages their employees in philanthropy, partnering with OCF, and why aligning corporate giving with culture is critical to success.

Oct 16th, 2018   Advisors, Stories

Tax Reform and Your Charitable Giving Plans

As we near giving season, many individuals throughout our community who have a long history of philanthropy will find themselves in unchartered territory.

Oct 15th, 2018   Advisors

Corporate Philanthropy: More than the Bottom Line

Through our work at the Omaha Community Foundation, we have the opportunity to see firsthand how different types of philanthropy continue to transform the charitable landscape. Businesses—both big and small—have […]

Feb 2nd, 2018   Advisors, In the Community

Profile in Giving: The Berryman Family

Recently, Scott Berryman and his wife, Dr. Paige Berryman, reflected on their family’s involvement with the Omaha Community Foundation (OCF)—from how they first became donors shortly after marrying, to how they’ve continued to use OCF’s giving services as their own family has grown throughout the years.

Dec 12th, 2017   Advisors, Stories

A Giving Season with More Purpose

It’s not a secret that the holiday season can feel like the most hectic time of year, with no shortage of activities vying for our time, attention, and energy. For […]

Dec 11th, 2017   Advisors

The Changing Face of Women’s Philanthropy

Throughout the past four decades, we’ve seen the role of women shift in nearly every facet of society. Across the spectrum, from politics and religion, to the boardroom, and everything […]

Sep 27th, 2017   Advisors

Profile in Giving: Amanda Forker

Recently Amanda Forker, a local attorney and Omaha Venture Group Co-Chair, shared her unique perspective on young professional giving in our community. How did you first learn about the Omaha […]

Sep 27th, 2017   Advisors, Stories

2016 Financial Update

As we reflect on the success of the 2016 fiscal year, we are grateful for the collective efforts of all who helped the Foundation cultivate generosity last year. And on […]

Sep 27th, 2017   Advisors

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.