The African American Unity Fund supports initiatives and organizations that benefit this community in Omaha.
Donor Name: Omaha Community Foundation
State: Nebraska
County: Douglas County (NE), Sarpy County (NE)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/01/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Grounded in resident-led decision making, the program is guided by a committee of African American representatives who understand what investments will be most impactful in addressing the needs of their community.
Funding Priorities
- Arts and Culture (visual arts, arts education, cultural programs)
- Basic Human Needs (food, shelter, clothing)
- Community Development (leadership training, neighborhood groups, youth programs)
- Health and Wellness (medical, dental, mental or behavioral health, nutrition, physical activities)
- Capacity Building (fundraising, technology or operating expenses)
Funding Information
Up to $225,000 in grant funding will be awarded each year. Funding requests may not exceed $30,000. The average grant award is $10,000 to $15,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be a public, tax-exempt organization as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, OR working with a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent who can receive funds on your behalf.
- The applicant organization’s annual operating budget may not exceed $500,000. No exceptions will be made.
- Innovative programs, initiatives, services, or other ideas within the above-stated focus areas that serve African Americans in Douglas, Sarpy, and Pottawattamie Counties.
- Previous grant recipients may apply again if their final report was submitted to the Omaha Community Foundation.
- Applicants’ policies and practices must be in alignment with the following non-discrimination clause: The applicant organization does not lawfully or unlawfully discriminate in its hiring practices or service provision to clients and/or customers based on race, ethnicity, religious preference, age, [mental, emotional, or physical] disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, or gender.
- Additionally, organizations must submit their anti-discrimination policy at time of application.
For more information, visit Omaha Community Foundation.
