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2023 Year-End Giving Deadlines

As we approach the end of 2023, the Omaha Community Foundation is here to assist with your year-end giving. The timing of your year-end charitable gifts affects your eligibility for […]

Oct 24th, 2023   Advisors, News, Nonprofits, Philanthropy

Field of Interest Funds award $133K to 16 Omaha nonprofits

 The Omaha Community Foundation awarded a total of $133,277 to 16 local organizations from three specialized grant funds: Creche Childhood Education Fund, Jetton Charitable Fund, and Richard A. Shaw Fund. […]

Oct 24th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Nebraska’s Black Maternal Health Month – who is doing the work

October is Black Maternal Health Month in Nebraska, so we are highlighting local nonprofits addressing the complex issues that lead to racial disparities in birth outcomes. These organizations are implementing […]

Oct 18th, 2023   In the Community, Nonprofits

Hispanic Heritage Month: Local nonprofits build community, expand opportunities

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting nonprofits that are strengthening communities for Hispanic and Latino people in the Omaha metro. Each of the four nonprofits we are […]

Oct 13th, 2023   Grants, In the Community, News, Nonprofits

Celebrating Excellence: 10 nonprofit leaders of color complete 2023 capacity building program

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2023  Nonprofit Capacity Building Program, congratulating the 10 nonprofit leaders of color for their participation and personal […]

Oct 9th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Check out these nonprofits supporting people’s minds and bodies that were awarded Futuro Latino grants

Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th in the United States, is a time to recognize and honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and […]

Oct 5th, 2023   In the Community, News, Nonprofits

New resident-led grantmaking report shows community impact, needs in Omaha

The Omaha Community Foundation is proud to announce the release of our 2023 Community Interest Funds Impact Report, featuring our five resident-led grant programs. This overview offers a look into […]

Sep 26th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Learn more about local Latino and Hispanic nonprofits and their impact during Hispanic Heritage Month

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

ARPA funding boosted the Women’s Center for Advancement’s ability to support survivors of domestic violence

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

Omaha Venture Group awards grants to five local 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

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