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$116,841 Granted to Shelby County Nonprofit Agencies

The Shelby County Community Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded $116,841 in grants to Shelby County nonprofit agencies. The following organizations were awarded grants by the Shelby […]

May 1st, 2019   Southwest Iowa

Inspiring the Youngest Members of Your Family to Give

There is nothing more important than the time we spend with the ones we love. Nothing more precious than the memories we create together. And so, as families — as busy, growing, […]

Apr 24th, 2019   Philanthropy

Foundation Launches Three County Flood Funds Through Southwest Iowa Affiliates

Last month, in response to historic Missouri River flooding in Southwest Iowa, three county affiliates of the Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) launched flood relief funds to provide relief support to […]

Apr 10th, 2019   In the Community, Southwest Iowa

A Fond Farewell to Denise Cardos, Southwest Iowa Associate

Last month we wished a bittersweet goodbye to our long-time Southwest Iowa Associate, Denise Cardos. After nearly 10 years working at the Foundation, we celebrated Denise’s retirement with an all-staff […]

Apr 4th, 2019   Our Culture, Southwest Iowa

$116,841 Granted to Montgomery County Nonprofit Agencies

The Montgomery County Community Foundation, in partnership with the Red Oak Heritage Foundation, is pleased to announce that it has awarded $116,841 in grants to Shelby County nonprofit agencies. The […]

Apr 1st, 2019   Southwest Iowa

Community Responds to Historic Flooding

Our community, and the greater Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa region, have witnessed historic flooding resulting in emergency evacuations, severe destruction to thousands of homes and local infrastructure, and the […]

Mar 19th, 2019   Philanthropy

Local Assistance for Government Shutdown

While the 35-day shutdown is temporarily over, the challenges experienced by federal workers are still being felt across the nation and even locally. For many federal workers, missing two pay periods […]

Feb 7th, 2019   Philanthropy

2019 Omaha Venture Group Leadership and Members

We are proud to announce the Omaha Venture Group 2019 membership and leadership team. Leadership Team A special thanks to the 2019 Interest Group Leaders & Co-Chairs for their dedication […]

Feb 3rd, 2019   Philanthropy

Our Commitment to Job Applicants

There are so many articles and pearls of wisdom for job seekers, I often wonder why these nuggets aren’t as readily available for employers. The dated mentality that “we” (employers) […]

Jan 29th, 2019   Our Culture

Building a Culture That’s Strong as Bricks

I can still remember the lesson from the Three Little Pigs—without a solid base, a strong wind can be a real adversary. Such is the importance of corporate culture. It […]

Jan 11th, 2019   Our Culture

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