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Executive Summary On April 26, 2024, several EF4 Tornados created large-scale destruction that traveled 32.5 miles across Blair, Bennington, Elkhorn, Kennard, and Waterloo. Nearly 1000 homes were partially damaged or […]
read postDonate to the Nebraska Wildfires Response FunD As Nebraska communities continue to battle wildfires, immediate needs are emerging. While containment has improved in several areas, conditions continue to shift due to weather and wind, […]
read postOn February 11, the Omaha Community Foundation celebrated the 2025 class of Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) graduates, welcoming a new group of leaders into one of the strongest philanthropic […]
read postThe Omaha Venture Group (OVG), a giving circle facilitated by the Omaha Community Foundation, is excited to announce its 2026 grant cycle. If your nonprofit has a bold vision and a fledgling initiative that […]
read postExecutive Summary On April 26, 2024, several EF4 Tornados created large-scale destruction that traveled 32.5 miles across Blair, Bennington, Elkhorn, Kennard, and Waterloo. Nearly 1000 homes were partially damaged or […]
Mar 26th, 2026 In the Community, Knowledge
Donate to the Nebraska Wildfires Response FunD As Nebraska communities continue to battle wildfires, immediate needs are emerging. While containment has improved in several areas, conditions continue to shift due to weather and wind, […]
Mar 19th, 2026 News
On February 11, the Omaha Community Foundation celebrated the 2025 class of Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) graduates, welcoming a new group of leaders into one of the strongest philanthropic […]
Twenty-five years ago, Diane Darrington joined the Omaha Community Foundation as part of the accounting department. Today, as Grants Manager, she continues to be the force behind one of the […]
Jan 22nd, 2026 News
The Omaha Venture Group (OVG), a giving circle facilitated by the Omaha Community Foundation, is excited to announce its 2026 grant cycle. If your nonprofit has a bold vision and a fledgling initiative that […]
Jan 15th, 2026 News, Nonprofits
The Omaha Community Foundation is accepting applications for the 2026 Community Interest Funds grant program from January 1 through 11:59 p.m. March 1. Eligibility requirements and priority areas vary by […]
Dec 29th, 2025 News, Nonprofits
The Tri-County Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG) recently received the Good Neighbor Award from the American Red Cross, recognizing its steady humanitarian leadership following the Arbor Day tornadoes of 2024. The award highlights the […]
Dec 17th, 2025 In the Community, Nonprofits
A Q&A with Karen Pesek, Director of Finance at Pesek Law Your clients rely on your guidance to make important financial decisions. When it comes to charitable giving, we can […]
Dec 15th, 2025 Advisors
Deyna Rouse, Assistant Professor of Practice, Creighton’s Heider College of Business Vanessa Denney, Vice President of Donor & Philanthropic Services, Omaha Community Foundation With the passage of Public Law 119-21, […]
Dec 15th, 2025 Advisors
The Omaha Community Foundation awarded $467,918 in Fund for Omaha grants to 24 local nonprofits focused on broadening essential services, fostering economic stability, and enhancing overall well-being. The demand for […]
Dec 10th, 2025 News, Nonprofits
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