The Omaha Community Foundation is accepting application for its Richard A. Shaw Fund.
Donor Name: Omaha Community Foundation
State: Iowa, Nebraska
County: Douglas County (NE), Pottawattamie County (IA), Sarpy County (NE)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/15/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Richard A. Shaw Fund was established to honor the life and legacy of Richard A. Shaw by supporting nonprofit organizations that contribute to the passions and values he held so dear.
The grant program is available for:
- Public school programs emphasizing history, the natural sciences, and outdoor education. Applications from schools/school systems will only be accepted from public schools serving students from 5-18 years of age.
- Nonprofit programs benefiting animals, with preference given to equine therapy.
Funding Information
$3,500 is awarded through a maximum of two grants.
Eligibility Criteria
- Public schools or public school systems emphasizing history, the natural sciences, and outdoor education programs; or public 501(c)(3) organizations that benefit animals, both wild and domesticated. Preference will be given to organizations and programs involving equine therapy.
- The organization must be located in the Omaha metropolitan area (Douglas, Sarpy, or Pottawattamie Counties).
For more information, visit Omaha Community Foundation.
