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Welcome to our new brand! As the Community Foundations of Southwest Iowa celebrates its 25th anniversary, we are excited to recognize our growth and share our new look and new […]
Aug 15th, 2022 Southwest Iowa
What is Impact Investing? Unlike traditional investing strategies, impact investments have the potential for double returns – positive, measurable social and environmental impact and financial returns. Further, unlike traditional philanthropic […]
Aug 11th, 2022 Philanthropy
As communities across the country work together to address bias and hate, many people are looking for ways to get involved, stay engaged, or gain deeper understanding. Ready to take […]
Aug 10th, 2022 In the Community, Nonprofits
Iowa and Nebraska have slightly higher rates of preschool enrollment than the national average. Since 2015, Iowa has had higher rates of preschool enrollment for three- to four-year-olds. Nebraska as […]
Jul 26th, 2022 Landscape Stories
When the arts are accessible and reflect all people and cultures in a community, they can be a gateway for improved educational and social outcomes, as well as a primary […]
Jul 18th, 2022 Landscape Stories
Developing a thorough estate plan isn’t important only for Baby Boomers and Gen Xers. Millennials, who now make up nearly a quarter of the population in the United States, may […]
Jul 11th, 2022 Advisors, Knowledge, Philanthropy
The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the City of Omaha ARPA Community Grant Program has awarded $9.6 million to 36 nonprofits. Funds will be distributed from 2022 to […]
Jul 1st, 2022 News
A large percentage of people in the Omaha metro are giving or volunteering. Rates are consistently higher for people who are older (and have a higher income). Volunteering and philanthropic […]
Jun 29th, 2022 Landscape Stories
Through a partnership with the City of Omaha, Front Porch Investments is honored to join the City in their commitment to create and preserve affordable housing, and support access to […]
Jun 22nd, 2022 News
Thanks to the generosity of Iowans, all of the 2022 and 2023 Endow Iowa Tax Credits have been allocated. Please find details below on the waitlist for 2024 Endow Iowa […]
Jun 20th, 2022 Advisors, Philanthropy, Southwest Iowa
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