The Latino Center of the Midland’s Siembra Nebraska program serves Omaha’s youth, particularly those from low- to moderate-income families in South Omaha. This paid internship program has been a spark […]
Sep 11th, 2024
News, Nonprofits
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
In Omaha, a dedicated collective of philanthropists is committed to making a tangible difference in the community by understanding both the business and nonprofit worlds and supporting efforts for local […]
Jul 24th, 2024
Grants, News, Nonprofits, Philanthropy
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
Applications for the Fund for Omaha 2024 grant cycle are open. Applications are accepted annually July 1 – August 1. Awards will be announced via email by October 31. The […]
Jul 1st, 2024
Equity, Grants, Nonprofits
The Futuro Latino Fund committee awarded $175,000 to 12 organizations serving the Latino community. The Omaha Community Foundation received 21 applications with grant requests totaling $385,190. The Futuro Latino Fund […]
Jun 12th, 2024
Grants, News, Nonprofits
The Refugee Community Grant Fund advisory committee awarded $165,000 to 16 refugee-led or refugee-serving organizations. The Omaha Community Foundation received 50 applications with grant requests totaling $817,622. The Refugee Community […]
Jun 12th, 2024
Grants, News, Nonprofits
The Omaha Neighborhood Grants committee awarded $80,000 to 24 neighborhood groups combining leadership development and community building work around Omaha. The Omaha Community Foundation received 51 applications with grant requests […]
Jun 12th, 2024
Grants, News, Nonprofits
The African American Unity Fund committee awarded $225,000 to 20 organizations supporting initiatives for the African American community in the Omaha metro. The Omaha Community Foundation received 85 applications with […]
Jun 12th, 2024
Grants, News, Nonprofits
The LGBTQIA2S+ Equality Fund committee awarded $200,000 to 18 organizations serving the needs of the LGBTQIA2S+ community in the Omaha metro. The Omaha Community Foundation received 33 applications with grant […]
Jun 12th, 2024
Grants, News, Nonprofits