Together with several local foundations, the Omaha Community Foundation has launched the COVID-19 Response Fund to provide flexible resources to nonprofit organizations in the metro area working with communities who […]
Mar 13th, 2020
In the Community
The Omaha metropolitan area has an extensive and difficult history for African Americans, including the lynching of George Smith and Willie Brown, mob terrorism, and redlining. Even still, our community […]
Feb 27th, 2020
In the Community
The Donor Services staff at the Omaha Community Foundation is here to make giving through your fund as simple and meaningful as possible. We’ve recently added two new Donor Services […]
Feb 27th, 2020
Our Culture
To grow, lead, and succeed, it’s crucial to take stock of what we have done, where we are now, and how we plan to get where we want to go. […]
Feb 26th, 2020
Philanthropy
Thirteen local advisors have recently completed the coursework to earn the professional Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) designation. The graduate program is organized by the Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) and led […]
Feb 23rd, 2020
Philanthropy
We are just a few weeks into a new decade. With that comes reflection, contemplation, and planning. A new decade allows us all to reflect on the past 10 years […]
Jan 29th, 2020
Philanthropy
Thanks to the generosity of Iowans, all of the 2020 Endow Iowa Tax Credits have been allocated. Please find details below on the waitlist for 2021 Endow Iowa Tax credits. […]
Jan 23rd, 2020
Advisors, Philanthropy, Southwest Iowa
With recent legislative updates, charitable giving with IRAs has become even more advantageous. As such, we wanted to share an overview of the IRA Charitable Rollover and details on how the […]
Jan 23rd, 2020
Advisors, Philanthropy, Southwest Iowa
The Omaha Community Foundation believes that engaged residents are in invaluable part of a strong community. Therefore, Community Interest Funds are designed to empower everyday community members to make decisions […]
Jan 16th, 2020
In the Community
Omaha Gives! is the community’s online platform to showcase the region’s spirit of generosity, increase awareness about local nonprofits, and celebrate the collective effort it takes to make the Omaha-Council […]
Jan 15th, 2020
In the Community