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Fund for Omaha awards $402K in grants for racial equity, social justice

The Omaha Community Foundation awarded $402,500 in Fund for Omaha grants to 18 local nonprofits with a focus on promoting racial equity and social justice. The demand for operating support […]

Nov 17th, 2023   Grants, News, Nonprofits

Meet the 2024 cohort: 10 Omaha leaders selected for Nonprofit Capacity Building Program

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the 10 nonprofit leaders of color who have been selected to participate in the Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. Through dynamic professional development activities […]

Nov 7th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Amidst rising calls for help, ARPA funding strengthens Catholic Charities’ domestic violence services

While living in Kansas City, Tom was abused, stalked, and harassed by his female partner. He wasn’t safe. Desperate to escape, he made his way to Catholic Charities of Omaha […]

Oct 25th, 2023   COVID-19, News

2023 Year-End Giving Deadlines

As we approach the end of 2023, the Omaha Community Foundation is here to assist with your year-end giving. The timing of your year-end charitable gifts affects your eligibility for […]

Oct 24th, 2023   Advisors, News, Nonprofits, Philanthropy

Field of Interest Funds award $133K to 16 Omaha nonprofits

 The Omaha Community Foundation awarded a total of $133,277 to 16 local organizations from three specialized grant funds: Creche Childhood Education Fund, Jetton Charitable Fund, and Richard A. Shaw Fund. […]

Oct 24th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Q&A With Tim Harrison, Founder and CEO of Harrison Financial Services

Your clients rely on your guidance to make important financial decisions. When it comes to charitable giving, we can partner with you to simplify their giving and amplify their impact. […]

Oct 18th, 2023   Advisors, News

Hispanic Heritage Month: Local nonprofits build community, expand opportunities

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting nonprofits that are strengthening communities for Hispanic and Latino people in the Omaha metro. Each of the four nonprofits we are […]

Oct 13th, 2023   Grants, In the Community, News, Nonprofits

Celebrating Excellence: 10 nonprofit leaders of color complete 2023 capacity building program

The Omaha Community Foundation is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2023  Nonprofit Capacity Building Program, congratulating the 10 nonprofit leaders of color for their participation and personal […]

Oct 9th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

Check out these nonprofits supporting people’s minds and bodies that were awarded Futuro Latino grants

Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th in the United States, is a time to recognize and honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and […]

Oct 5th, 2023   In the Community, News, Nonprofits

New resident-led grantmaking report shows community impact, needs in Omaha

The Omaha Community Foundation is proud to announce the release of our 2023 Community Interest Funds Impact Report, featuring our five resident-led grant programs. This overview offers a look into […]

Sep 26th, 2023   News, Nonprofits

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