The Refugee Community Grant Fund uplifts the leadership and priorities of refugee communities by investing in grassroots organizations that provide direct services and build long-term opportunity. In 2025, the committee awarded $120,000 to 13 organizations supporting refugee families as they navigate new lives in Omaha.
2025 Refugee Community Grant Fund Recipients
- African Immigrant Family Services – African Community Health and Wellness Initiative • $10,000
- Intercultural Senior Center – Transportation for Refugees • $7,500
- International Council for Refugees and Immigrants – Bridge to Prosperity: Refugee Youth Program • $10,000
- Nebraska Diaper Bank – Changing Diapers Changing Lives 2025 • $5,000
- Omaha Welcomes the Stranger – Omaha Welcomes the Stranger • $7,500
- Refugee Women Organization of Nebraska – New American Urban Farmers • $7,500
- Refugee Women Rising – Driving Independence: Continuing Acts of Resilience • $12,100
- Restoring Dignity – Welcome Home Refugee Family Education Program • $12,500
- St. Pius X / St. Leo School – English Language Teacher Assistant • $7,500
- Somali Community Services Inc. – Youth Preventive Program • $7,500
- The Bloc Inc. – Personal Board of Directors: Empowering Youth Through Mentorship • $7,500
- The Furniture Project – Omaha – Furnishing Hope, Transforming Lives for Refugee Families • $10,000
- Yates Fund – Yates Illuminates – Sharing a Meal, Promoting Intentional Conversations • $15,400
These grants reflect a deep commitment to cultural dignity and opportunity for Omaha’s refugee communities.
Anyone can support the Refugee Community Grant Fund. When you give, you’re putting resources directly into the hands of local leaders who understand the challenges—and the hopes—of our newest neighbors. We also invite you to engage with these organizations: volunteer, attend community events, and be part of building a more welcoming Omaha.