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Legacy giving: A conversation that’s full of opportunity 

Charitable giving is an important part of any estate planning conversation. Certainly, legacy-making plans are frequently in the news because of the high-profile people who establish them. Your clients may […]

Aug 29th, 2023   Advisors, News, Philanthropy

Omaha Venture Group awards grants to five local nonprofits

The Omaha Venture Group, a giving circle facilitated by the Omaha Community Foundation, recently awarded grants to five local nonprofit organizations. OVG members pool their charitable resources while learning about […]

Aug 29th, 2023   Donors, Grants, In the Community, Nonprofits

Donor Advised Funds and Private Foundations – which is best for your client?

What is the best giving vehicle to accomplish your client’s goals? Two popular choices are private foundations and Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). Both offer tax advantages and options to create […]

Aug 25th, 2023   Advisors, Philanthropy

Omaha Community Foundation adds three local leaders to Board of Directors

The Omaha Community Foundation recently added three members to its Board of Directors: Jimmy Nolan, Kari O’Neill Potts, and Bob Schlott. The three new members are leaders in their industry and […]

Aug 15th, 2023   News, Philanthropy

2022 a landmark year for local businesses supported by Impact Investing

Our Impact Investing program supported 3,102 small businesses in 2022, mostly in low-to-moderate-income local neighborhoods. These investments resulted in more affordable housing, jobs, and business training. We run our Impact […]

Jul 28th, 2023   Advisors, Philanthropy

After serving children for 30 years, Somers establishes a Field of Interest Fund to support experiential learning

After a life dedicated to teaching special education, Buffie Somers decided a Field of Interest Fund at the Omaha Community Foundation is the best way to ensure her work continues […]

Jul 20th, 2023   Advisors, News, Philanthropy

Advising clients about AI’s impact on charitable giving

News about the capabilities of artificial intelligence has skyrocketed over the past few months. No doubt you are watching these developments closely, both because of the potential legal issues involved […]

Jul 18th, 2023  

Advisor Q&A with Sharon R. Kresha

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. […]

Jul 18th, 2023   Advisors, Knowledge

Community-based organizations invited to apply for Omaha Pathways HUB’s care coordination program

The Omaha Community Foundation is excited to announce a Request for Applications (RFA) for community-based nonprofit organizations interested in partnering with our Omaha Pathways Community HUB (HUB) to improve birth […]

Jul 17th, 2023   In the Community, Philanthropy

Applications now open for seven Southwest Iowa counties

The Foundations of Southwest Iowa are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted from organizations providing charitable services in seven counties. As part of this fall grant cycle, […]

Jul 15th, 2023   Grants, Philanthropy, Southwest Iowa

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