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OCF launches new online fundholder portal

We are thrilled to announce that we launched a new online fundholder portal, designed to enhance users’ experiences with the Omaha Community Foundation. With the easier-to-use and mobile-friendly platform, fundholders […]

Jul 29th, 2024   Advisors, Donors, News, Philanthropy

Omaha Community Foundation welcomes four new board members

We are excited to welcome four new members to the Omaha Community Foundation Board of Directors. They serve their community in both business and philanthropy, embodying our mission to create […]

Jun 21st, 2024   Advisors, Donors, In the Community, News

Corporate Philanthropy: A Guide for Company Leaders

As a financial professional, you know that charitable giving can be an important part of an individual’s or family’s financial and estate plans. But it is also important to remember […]

Jun 21st, 2024   Advisors, Philanthropy

Kaplan makes an impact locally and worldwide with support from Omaha Community Foundation

Gary and Sally Kaplan shared partnership of quiet philanthropy—both were presidents of Temple Israel for a time, and Gary worked in the financial field while Sally dedicated herself to social […]

Jun 14th, 2024   Advisors, Donors, In the Community, News, Our Culture, Philanthropy

Denney promoted to Vice President of Philanthropic & Donor Services

Since our founding in 1982, the Omaha Community Foundation has grown from a small collective of donors into a regional thought leader that provides exceptional local leadership, philanthropic expertise and […]

May 22nd, 2024   Advisors, Donors, News, Philanthropy

Q&A with Jesse Sitz

Your clients rely on your guidance to make important financial decisions. When it comes to charitable giving, we can partner with you to simplify their giving and amplify their impact. […]

May 20th, 2024   Advisors

The Community Foundation Edge

Advisors frequently comment that they’re surprised to discover the many ways the Omaha Community Foundation can help their clients, especially compared with national Donor Advised Fund programs. Here are three […]

Apr 22nd, 2024   Advisors, Knowledge, News, Philanthropy

Meet the 2024 Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® Class

Since 2011, the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) program has helped 163 professional advisors bring charitable giving expertise to clients. We are welcoming 15 new participants to this yearlong program. […]

Apr 18th, 2024   Advisors, Philanthropy

Don’t reach for that checkbook! Help clients see the benefits of giving appreciated stock

No matter how frequently you remind clients to pause before they automatically reach for their checkbook to make a charitable donation, many clients still give cash! As an attorney, accountant, […]

Apr 18th, 2024   Advisors

Q&A with Abby Arcishewsky, President of Archway Consulting

Tell us about yourself and your new company. With 18 years of experience in the financial industry, I’ve consistently specialized in business development roles, particularly focusing on serving high-net-worth individuals. […]

Apr 17th, 2024   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.