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Innovation Round Funding Announced for Affordable Housing in Omaha

Front Porch Investments is excited to announce an innovation round of funding for affordable housing development and support programs, as well as preservation projects. Grant and loan opportunities will be […]

Feb 28th, 2022   News

Committee Members Needed to Make Funding Decisions

Joining a committee is a great way to learn more about nonprofits serving the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro while developing leadership skills, new relationships, and sharing your talents and insights with […]

Feb 23rd, 2022   In the Community, News

Community Resilience Fund Awards $166K to 12 Omaha Nonprofits for Covid-19 Recovery

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the final round of Community Resilience Fund grant recipients serving communities disproportionately affected by Covid-19. Twelve local nonprofits received funds totaling $165,974. Launched in […]

Feb 18th, 2022   COVID-19, News, Nonprofits

13 Local Professionals Complete CAP® Program

Omaha continues to be a community filled with some of the most generous people in the nation. Now, 13 local professionals who completed the coursework to earn the professional Chartered […]

Feb 16th, 2022   Advisors, In the Community, Philanthropy

Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® Social Media Toolkit

Help us spread the word about how CAP® is changing the culture of philanthropy in Omaha. Below you’ll find everything you need, graphics and text, to post on social media […]

Feb 4th, 2022   Philanthropy

How to Be an Ally During Black History Month and Beyond

What can I do? If you’ve thought about racial equity, you’ve probably asked this question.  One way to honor Black History Month is by becoming a better ally and educating […]

Jan 25th, 2022   Equity, In the Community

Trends in Philanthropy to Keep an Eye On in 2022

We’ve been working to strengthen our community by connecting fundholders and nonprofits for 40 years. In that time, we’ve learned a lot but we don’t pretend to know everything. What […]

Jan 19th, 2022   Advisors, Donors, Knowledge, Philanthropy

OCF Welcomes a New Face, Celebrates Advancement of Four More

Our people at the Omaha Community Foundation are here to make giving through your fund as simple and meaningful as possible. It’s an experienced and knowledgeable team, committed to providing […]

Jan 19th, 2022   Donors, Our Culture, Philanthropy

2021: Year in Review at the Omaha Community Foundation

Wait, what year is it? It was 2021. But I had to ask the question. Maybe it’s a sign of getting older. Or maybe it’s the pandemic making life look […]

Jan 13th, 2022   In the Community, News

Community Interest Funds Accepting 2022 Applications

Nonprofits and neighborhood groups have until March 1 to apply for the 2022 Community Interest Funds, which includes five resident-led grantmaking programs. African American Unity Fund  Equality Fund for LGBTQIA2S+  […]

Jan 12th, 2022   Grants, News, Nonprofits

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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.