The Fund for Omaha provides grants to organizations that broaden essential services, foster economic stability, and enhance overall well-being.
Donor Name: Omaha Community Foundation
State: Iowa, Nebraska
County: Douglas County (NE), Pottawattamie County (IA), Sarpy County (NE)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/01/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Omaha Community Foundation is committed to strengthening the community by supporting nonprofit organizations through the Fund for Omaha.
Program Goals
The Foundation aim to address funding gaps by supporting organizations that are deeply engaged in their communities. Program goals include:
- Strengthening the capacity of grassroots nonprofit organizations.
- Supporting efforts that improve community systems and services.
- Increasing connections among individuals and organizations.
- Increase availability of essential resources and opportunities.
Priority Areas
The Fund for Omaha supports organizations working to enhance quality of life and build opportunity. Funding priorities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Economic Opportunity: Broadening opportunities for high-quality education, employment, career development, and fair wages.
- Housing & Neighborhoods: Increase availability of affordable housing, supporting homeownership, and developing public spaces that foster social connections.
- Maternal Health & Birth Outcomes: Enhancing healthcare services, resources, and support for pregnant individuals to ensure safe pregnancies and childbirth experiences.
- Mental & Behavioral Health: Expanding the opportunity to utilize comprehensive mental and behavioral health services and removing barriers to care.
Funding Information
Applicants can request up to $25,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible applicants are those defined as public, tax-exempt organizations by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code that provide services in the Omaha metropolitan area (Douglas, Sarpy, and Pottawattamie counties), or working with a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent who can receive funds on your behalf.
- Organizations that have an annual operating budget of $5 million or less are eligible to apply.
- Organizations that received funding last year are eligible to receive funding in this grant cycle.
- They support local nonprofits working to broaden resources and opportunities. Funding decisions are made with consideration of the following:
- Community Impact: Does the nonprofit provide meaningful opportunities that enhance quality of life?
- Cultural Understanding: Does the nonprofit demonstrate awareness of the broad range of needs and perspectives in the community?
- Engagement & Experience: Does the nonprofit prioritize community involvement and lived experiences in shaping its programs and services?
- Capacity Building: Does the grant support the nonprofit’s ability to increase its reach and effectiveness?
For more information, visit OCF.
