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Building Resilience: Tornado Recovery Efforts Continue in Nebraska

In the wake of multiple tornadoes that swept through Nebraska earlier this year, communities are rallying to support affected families and rebuild their lives. Two recent clean-up events in Elkhorn […]

Nov 19th, 2024   In the Community, News, Nonprofits

Volunteers Needed for Tornado Recovery Clean-Up Day in Washington County

The Omaha Community Foundation and Habitat for Humanity of Omaha are calling on volunteers to assist with vital post-tornado clean-up efforts in Washington County on Saturday, November 9. The event […]

Oct 29th, 2024   In the Community, News

Celebrating Black Maternal Health Month in Nebraska: Updates from the Omaha Pathways Community HUB 

October is Black Maternal Health Month in Nebraska, a time set aside to raise awareness about high maternal mortality rates and health disparities impacting Black birthing people.  The Omaha Pathways […]

Oct 23rd, 2024   In the Community, News

Six Months After Tornadoes, Recovery Efforts Continue in Nebraska 

When tornadoes struck the Nebraska communities of Bennington, Blair, Waterloo, and Elkhorn on Arbor Day, the devastation was immense. In response, the Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) quickly launched the Nebraska […]

Oct 23rd, 2024   Advisors, Donors, In the Community, News

Let Good Grow: Contribute to service and connection in our community

The Omaha Community Foundation is kicking off our annual Let Good Grow campaign, which supports our vital work in the community.  Donate to Let Good Grow As needs in our […]

Oct 7th, 2024   Donors, In the Community, News

Omaha Community Foundation supports victims, community following devastating tornadoes

In the wake of the tornadoes that struck eastern Nebraska in April, the Omaha Community Foundation quickly mobilized relief efforts and established the Nebraska Tornado Recovery Fund. With the support […]

Oct 1st, 2024   In the Community, News, Philanthropy, Stories

Meet Omaha’s Community Health Workers and celebrate National CHW Awareness Week

National Community Health Worker Awareness Week 2024 marks the second annual national campaign celebrating and recognizing the contributions of community health workers for their dedication to improving the health and […]

Aug 27th, 2024   In the Community, News, Nonprofits

Heart Ministry Center used ARPA funds to expand transformative Fresh Start program

Mr. L’s journey through the Fresh Start program at the Heart Ministry Center is a testament to the transformative power of dedication, support, and community. When Mr. L first arrived, […]

Jul 23rd, 2024   COVID-19, In the Community, News, Nonprofits, 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

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

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