The Futuro Latino Fund invests in the ideas and leadership of Omaha’s Latino community. In 2025, the committee awarded $150,000 to 12 organizations working to uplift youth, strengthen families, celebrate culture, and expand access to education and mental health support.
2025 Futuro Latino Fund Recipients
- Barrientos Scholarship Foundation – Student Success Mentor & Life Skills Coaching Program • $10,000
- Danza Raices de Mexico – Danza Raices de MX of Omaha • $15,000
- Families in Action – Familias Creciendo en Salud • $10,000
- Fern Foundation For Kids, Inc. – Mindfulness for Kids in Omaha • $10,000
- Gomez Heritage Elementary PTO – Edward Babe Gomez Heritage Elementary PTO Playground Upgrade • $20,000
- Jackson Boxing Club – Program Support • $20,000
- Latino Economic Development Council – Groundbreaking Year: Engaging Youth • $10,000
- LIVE Leadership Camp – Program Support • $4,000
- Metro Young Latino Professional Association – MYLPA Scholarship, Professional Development & Mentorship • $10,000
- South Omaha OLG Youth Athletics – Program Support • $4,000
- True Potential Scholarships – Program Support • $25,000
Anyone can contribute to the Community Interest Funds—and when you do, you’re placing decision-making directly in the hands of local residents who know what their communities need most. We also encourage you to get involved: attend events, volunteer your time, and celebrate the organizations leading this important work in our city.