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What is the best giving vehicle to accomplish your client’s goals? Two popular choices are private foundations and Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). Both offer tax advantages and options to create […]
Aug 25th, 2023 Advisors, Philanthropy
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
The Omaha Community Foundation is excited to announce a Request for Applications (RFA) for community-based nonprofit organizations interested in partnering with our Omaha Pathways Community HUB (HUB) to improve birth […]
Jul 17th, 2023 In the Community, Philanthropy
The Foundations of Southwest Iowa are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted from organizations providing charitable services in seven counties. As part of this fall grant cycle, […]
Jul 15th, 2023 Grants, Philanthropy, Southwest Iowa
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 is kicking off our annual Let Good Grow campaign, which supports our vital work in the community. Would you consider a donation to ensure a strong, […]
Jun 7th, 2023 News, Philanthropy
The IRS is investing upwards of $47 billion toward enforcement efforts, an amount that towers over the next-largest item on its spending plan, which is just over $12 billion slated […]
May 12th, 2023 Advisors, Knowledge, Philanthropy
Recently, you may have noticed an uptick in clients asking about leaving their IRAs and other retirement plans to a nonprofit organization. This likely has a lot to do with […]
May 5th, 2023 Advisors, Philanthropy
You can help us strengthen our community, and we can help you make your giving more effective. Be a part of the good we’re growing by contributing to one of our funds or opening your own philanthropic fund.