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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

Gifting Complex Assets

The Omaha Community Foundation seeks to serve as a resource for you and your clients. From the client who wants to make an immediate philanthropic impact, to the couple hoping […]

May 12th, 2017   Advisors

Profile in Giving: Youth Leadership Omaha

Recently Whitney Eiden, Co-Coordinator of the Youth Leadership Omaha program, shared insights on this unique youth development program and the tremendous work that Class 24 has made possible through their […]

May 12th, 2017   Advisors, Stories

2016: Year in Review

As we find ourselves in 2017, I am reflecting on all that has happened in the past year. These accomplishments do not belong to our staff and our board, but […]

Mar 30th, 2017   Advisors

Profile in Giving: Mark Weber

Recently Mark Weber, of SilverStone Group, shared his insights on the evolution of the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) program in Omaha.

Mar 30th, 2017   Advisors, Stories

16 Local Professionals Complete CAP® Program

Sixteen local advisors have recently completed the coursework to earn the professional Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) designation. The graduate program is organized by the Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) and led […]

Feb 15th, 2017   Advisors

Tips for Year-End Gifts to Charity

As December 31st quickly approaches, we face numerous deadlines on items we planned to accomplish during the year. For many, charitable giving becomes an important part of our busy holiday […]

Nov 29th, 2016   Advisors, In the Community

OCF Launches Youth Philanthropy Program

On October 8, the Omaha Community Foundation hosted its inaugural Connect – Youth in Philanthropy event. The two-hour program provided a special opportunity for some of the youngest members of […]

Nov 28th, 2016   Advisors, In the Community

Profile in Giving: Cox Charities

Recently Lisa Caudle, of Cox Communications’ Community & Public Affairs, shared insights into Cox Communications’ corporate charitable giving and the impact that employees are making locally through Cox Charities. What […]

Nov 28th, 2016   Advisors, In the Community, Stories

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.