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While honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month, its important to remember not only the rich Latino history in Omaha but also those who are making a big impact on the future […]
Sep 26th, 2023 In the Community, News, Nonprofits
After escaping an abusive relationship, Emma* moved to a shelter with her young child. She soon left the shelter for an apartment, but the apartment fell through, and Emma found […]
Sep 11th, 2023 News, Nonprofits
The Omaha Venture Group, a giving circle facilitated by the Omaha Community Foundation, recently awarded grants to five local nonprofit organizations. OVG members pool their charitable resources while learning about […]
Aug 29th, 2023 Donors, Grants, In the Community, Nonprofits
The Omaha Community Foundation recently added three members to its Board of Directors: Jimmy Nolan, Kari O’Neill Potts, and Bob Schlott. The three new members are leaders in their industry and […]
Aug 15th, 2023 News, Philanthropy
Our Impact Investing program supported 3,102 small businesses in 2022, mostly in low-to-moderate-income local neighborhoods. These investments resulted in more affordable housing, jobs, and business training. We run our Impact […]
Jul 28th, 2023 Advisors, Philanthropy
After a life dedicated to teaching special education, Buffie Somers decided a Field of Interest Fund at the Omaha Community Foundation is the best way to ensure her work continues […]
Jul 20th, 2023 Advisors, News, Philanthropy
News about the capabilities of artificial intelligence has skyrocketed over the past few months. No doubt you are watching these developments closely, both because of the potential legal issues involved […]
Jul 18th, 2023
For more than 70 years, families have counted on the Ollie Webb Center for assistance, advice, advocacy and services for family members with developmental or intellectual disabilities. They are on […]
Jul 10th, 2023 In the Community, News, Nonprofits, Philanthropy
The Omaha Community Foundation awarded a total of $845,000 to 92 local nonprofits and neighborhood groups through its five Community Interest Funds. This includes the African American Unity Fund, Futuro […]
Jun 1st, 2023 News, Nonprofits
The LGBTQIA2S+ Equality Fund committee awarded $200,000 to 16 organizations serving the needs of the LGBTQIA2S+ community in the Omaha metro. The Omaha Community Foundation received 30 applications with grant […]
Jun 1st, 2023 News, Nonprofits
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