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It’s Pride Month! The Equality Fund awards $190,000 in support for LGBTQIA2S+ organizations across Omaha 

In 2026, the Omaha Community Foundation’s LGBTQIA2S+ Equality Fund received $355,712 in funding requests and awarded $190,000 to organizations serving LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and families across the metro.  The Equality Fund […]

Jun 11th, 2026   Donors, Grants

Community Foundations and Donor Advised Funds: What Nonprofits Should Know 

Recently, we hosted a workshop for local nonprofits on community foundations and Donor Advised Funds. For those who were not able to join us, here is some key information about working with donors with Donor Advised Funds and your […]

Jun 8th, 2026   Advisors, Nonprofits

Omaha Community Foundation Opens Field of Interest Fund Grant Applications

The Omaha Community Foundation is now accepting applications for its Field of Interest Fund grant programs, offering local nonprofits an opportunity to secure funding for programs that serve specific populations […]

May 27th, 2026  

Guiding Clients Through Philanthropy with Clarity and Confidence: Q&A with Brian Gough, Partner at Hancock Dana

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 27th, 2026   Advisors

Laura Contreras Promoted to Director of Community Investment

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to share that Laura Contreras has been promoted to Director of Community Investment, a role that sits at the center of how the Foundation […]

May 27th, 2026   Donors, In the Community, News, Nonprofits

New Learning Opportunities for Omaha-Area Nonprofits

The Omaha Community Foundation’s vision is a connected community of passionate philanthropists, strong nonprofits, and thriving residents. Because strong nonprofits are essential to a healthy community, we have offered capacity‑building […]

May 15th, 2026   In the Community, Nonprofits

Omaha Venture Group Marks Record Year of Grantmaking

On May 7, community members, nonprofit leaders, and supporters gathered at Shelterbelt Theatre to celebrate the Omaha Venture Group’s 2026 grant recipients and the growing impact of venture philanthropy across […]

May 8th, 2026   Grants, In the Community

Survivors and Partners Gather to Commemorate Arbor Day Tornado Recovery 

“In times of crisis, you need someone to step up and take the lead, and the Omaha Community Foundation stepped up.”  Jill Lynch‑Sosa, Executive Director of the Society of St. […]

May 1st, 2026   In the Community, News, Philanthropy

Welcome to the 2026 CAP® class

Each year, a select group of professional advisors in Omaha commits to a rigorous, graduate-level learning experience designed to deepen their understanding of charitable planning and philanthropic impact. The Chartered […]

Apr 30th, 2026   Advisors, In the Community, News

Supporting Nebraska Communities During the 2026 Wildfire Response

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 […]

Apr 17th, 2026   Advisors

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