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New Collaboration Offers $50,000 in Grant Funding for Resident-Driven Neighborhood Projects

A new collaboration to strengthen Omaha neighborhoods through resident-led grantmaking will award $50,000 in funding this spring.

Jan 29th, 2018   In the Community

Residents Can ‘Share Their Voice’ Today Via New Community Website

Today, the Omaha Community Foundation is seeking widespread resident input through a new microsite that asks six questions to the Omaha-Council Bluffs community.

Dec 19th, 2017   In the Community

Profile in Giving: The Berryman Family

Recently, Scott Berryman and his wife, Dr. Paige Berryman, reflected on their family’s involvement with the Omaha Community Foundation (OCF)—from how they first became donors shortly after marrying, to how they’ve continued to use OCF’s giving services as their own family has grown throughout the years.

Dec 12th, 2017   Advisors, Stories

A Giving Season with More Purpose

It’s not a secret that the holiday season can feel like the most hectic time of year, with no shortage of activities vying for our time, attention, and energy. For […]

Dec 11th, 2017   Advisors

Add Your Voice Here

Voices of The Landscape is a new place online to discuss your experiences about living in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro, exchange stories, and get to know your fellow residents a […]

Nov 7th, 2017   In the Community

Foundation Announces Eighth Nonprofit Capacity Building Class

Ten local nonprofit organizations have been selected to participate in the Omaha Community Foundation’s Nonprofit Capacity Building program.

Oct 31st, 2017   In the Community

The Changing Face of Women’s Philanthropy

Throughout the past four decades, we’ve seen the role of women shift in nearly every facet of society. Across the spectrum, from politics and religion, to the boardroom, and everything […]

Sep 27th, 2017   Advisors

Profile in Giving: Amanda Forker

Recently Amanda Forker, a local attorney and Omaha Venture Group Co-Chair, shared her unique perspective on young professional giving in our community. How did you first learn about the Omaha […]

Sep 27th, 2017   Advisors, Stories

2016 Financial Update

As we reflect on the success of the 2016 fiscal year, we are grateful for the collective efforts of all who helped the Foundation cultivate generosity last year. And on […]

Sep 27th, 2017   Advisors

Three Specialized Funds Award Grants to 17 Local Organizations

This week, the Omaha Community Foundation awarded grants to 17 local organizations from three of the Foundation’s specialized grant funds: Creche Early Childhood Fund, Jetton Charitable Fund, and the Richard […]

Aug 24th, 2017   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.