US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Nebraska Communities
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek funding to strengthen local communities. With a mission to address racial and economic inequities, US Bancorp Foundation provides collaborative, high-impact support in designated U.S. Bank communities, prioritizing organizations led by people of color that may include STEM or chemistry-related workforce programs.
US Bancorp Foundation
Children and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska working on children’s programs, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support that complements their program budgets. With a mission to strengthen community well-being, Costco Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with grants for evidence-based, collaborative initiatives, which may include chemistry-related education or health projects serving local communities.
Costco Foundation
Nebraska Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek funding that supports new approaches or directions. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least a year to submit letters of inquiry for invitation-only grant opportunities that may benefit chemistry-related initiatives within broader human services work.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Grants for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, or welfare programs, including science-related initiatives, can seek up to US $15,000 in funding, including in Nebraska. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects such as early childhood development, scholarships, child advocacy, poverty and homelessness services, and environmental education for children and youth.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Nebraska tackling urgent social or environmental challenges can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000. Organizations using scalable, systems-based solutions that directly benefit underserved communities, including those with chemistry-related applications, may receive multi-year capital plus intensive capacity-building and community connections.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Innovation Grants in Nebraska
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Nebraska can access funding through Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation support innovative, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, including work in STEM education, workforce readiness, green jobs, and humanitarian aid.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Nebraska Safety
Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help Nebraska educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies fund safety, education, and community development initiatives. Chemistry-related programs that improve community safety, support STEM education, or advance disaster preparedness and mitigation may be eligible within these focus areas across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Nebraska Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nebraska cultural and arts-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses of at least $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 in program or capital support for impactful arts and culture initiatives. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-related science programs that reach large or underserved audiences, which may include chemistry-related education efforts.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Nebraska Health
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services in Nebraska can seek funding for programs such as healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, or preventative health initiatives. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support twice yearly, and Nebraska chemistry-related education or health projects may be eligible under its STEM and healthcare priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, social, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects in countries where Roche operates can seek philanthropic support, including Nebraska via its U.S. affiliate. With a mission to strengthen communities, La Roche provides nonprofits with donations for sustainable, high-quality initiatives that may engage Roche expertise, logistics, and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Health Programs
Nebraska nonprofits and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for programs serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. While the foundation works globally, Nebraska-based efforts that address healthcare access, child and women’s health, social services, or humanitarian crises may be considered.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nebraska chemistry-focused 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust to support charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable), with well-managed programs that significantly benefit their target populations and general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce readiness, arts, or environmental initiatives can apply for sponsorship funding; awards are made at the foundation’s discretion. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those in Nebraska, advance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nebraska nonprofits and 501(c)(3) organizations supporting disadvantaged people can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation to help beneficiaries become more self-reliant. Grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000 support poverty alleviation, disability services, social services, and disaster relief; smaller, founder-led, non-sectarian organizations with high program-to-overhead ratios may be especially competitive.
Gupta Family Foundation
Nebraska Community Programs Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, or arts and culture projects can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation considers U.S.-based organizations worldwide that meet its size and overhead limits.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Nebraska Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in Nebraska seeking to tell impactful stories about preservation, education, or wellness work can receive more than US $50,000 to enhance their storytelling. With a mission to support community-focused change, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides major media and narrative support for organizations within its three charitable pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nebraska chemistry-focused nonprofits working in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support their 501(c)(3) programs. Eligible charitable organizations may use these grants to advance projects that respect people, the environment, and our changing world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Nebraska Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment initiatives in Nebraska. Focused on community impact, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Nebraska organizations to propose projects that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability in GP-served communities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Nebraska Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Grants from TJX Foundation help organizations serving vulnerable children and families, including those whose work intersects with chemistry-related services or education, build better futures.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Nebraska Environmental Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Nebraska can receive unrestricted operating or program support for environmental and human services work through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. This national funder supports U.S.-headquartered groups, and Nebraska projects with relevant chemistry or science components may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
IRS-qualified nonprofit organizations in Nebraska seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental and wildlife initiatives can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 in grants. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports U.S. organizations where relatively small awards can make a significant impact, which may include chemistry-related education or training programs.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project funding in education, health care, social services, civic or cultural, or environmental programs can apply for Dr Scholl Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Organizations with chemistry-related education, health, or environmental initiatives may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s U.S.-focused and financial history requirements.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Graduate Chemistry Scholarships for Students from Kosciuszko Foundation
Applications due Feb 17, 2027
Focused on graduate tuition support, the Kosciuszko Foundation invites U.S. citizens and permanent residents of Polish descent to apply for scholarships for full-time master’s or Ph.D. studies, including chemistry, at U.S. institutions. Nebraska students meeting the ancestry and GPA requirements may receive US $1,000 - US $12,000 toward eligible graduate programs.
Kosciuszko Foundation
Beatrice Educational Foundation Science Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Nebraska high school seniors pursuing natural sciences, including chemistry, can receive scholarship support for higher education. With a mission to expand learning opportunities, Beatrice Educational Foundation provides one $4,000 Fiala, DR. Alan, Scholarship to a Beatrice High School graduate with at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need, renewable over four years.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Nebraska Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief in Nebraska may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S.-based community-focused nonprofits, including those with chemistry-related programming that addresses these critical quality-of-life issues.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) public charities can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 to support safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability projects serving Union Pacific communities. Grants from Union Pacific Foundation help local organizations deliver direct services, build organizational capacity, and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion, which may benefit chemistry-related education, workforce, or environmental programs.
Union Pacific Foundation
Mutual of America Support for Community Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Nebraska and across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for this national recognition and funding opportunity. Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award honors collaborations that measurably improve lives, demonstrate social impact, and offer models that can be scaled or replicated in other communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation