Nebraska Community Space Funding via Walter Scott Family Foundation
Municipalities and nonprofit organizations in Nebraska and nearby southwest Iowa can seek up to US $250,000 in capital funding to create or enhance shared community spaces such as community centers, libraries, parks, trails, museums, and youth recreation facilities. The Walter Scott Family Foundation prioritizes collaborative, community-led projects that are mostly funded, sustainable, and ready to launch.
Walter Scott Family Foundation
Nebraska Arts Council Support for Creative Aging
Nonprofit organizations, libraries, senior centers, and assisted living facilities in Nebraska can receive up to US $3,000 to hire artists to lead sequential arts workshops for older adults. With a mission to promote and sustain the arts, Nebraska Arts Council provides funding that builds skills, encourages social engagement, and culminates in a community showcase.
Nebraska Arts Council
Dan Paul Foundation Grants for Nebraska Youth
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children’s health, education, development, or welfare can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation for youth programs, scholarships, and related services. This national grant program offers up to US $15,000 for initiatives such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, and environmental education for youth.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Nebraska Community Services Funding via Duncan Family Trust
501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska focused on public education, human services, community programs, or aviation/STEM can apply for the Duncan Family Trust’s Duncan Aviation Family Trust Grant. Funding supports nonprofits in local communities such as Lancaster County, including those operating or partnering with community centers to improve quality of life.
Duncan Family Trust
Cisco Systems Foundation Social Impact Grants in Nebraska
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to address crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Nebraska can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to Up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help early-stage, tech-enabled programs serving mostly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Nebraska Communities
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Nebraska can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support community centers and similar organizations working on neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, financial literacy, disaster preparedness, food insecurity, and K–12 or higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Nebraska Youth Programs Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofit and social enterprise organizations serving children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability can apply for more than US $50,000 to support or scale projects in Nebraska and other eligible areas. With a mission to expand opportunity, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides funding to organizations improving outcomes for urban low-income communities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community Health Funding for Nonprofits from Nebraska Medical Center
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community health for underserved or vulnerable populations in Nebraska can apply for Nebraska Medical Center’s charitable giving. Focus areas include cancer, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, prenatal health, and infant mortality. Community centers offering relevant health programs in eligible counties may be strong candidates.
Nebraska Medical Center
Nebraska Community Programs Funding via NorthWestern Energy
Nebraska 501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) nonprofit organizations can receive funding for community-focused programs, equipment, or facility improvements in NorthWestern Energy’s service territory. NorthWestern Energy provides Nebraska community centers and related groups with support for education, health and human services, civic and community projects, culture and the arts, and resource conservation initiatives that strengthen local communities.
NorthWestern Energy
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Community centers and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Nebraska can seek support for programs advancing economic mobility, basic needs, and community development. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help fund housing and shelter, hunger relief, workforce development, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion efforts through its regional U.S. sponsorships program.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Valero Energy Foundation Support for Nebraska Communities
Nebraska 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, health care, education, civic projects, or community services may be eligible for grants supporting local community centers and programs. Grants from Valero Energy Foundation help Nebraska communities near its Albion operations with initiatives that improve quality of life where the company’s employees live and work.
Valero Energy Foundation
Nebraska Community Programs Funding via Kearney Area Community Foundation
Applications due Aug 2, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and groups with a charitable fiscal sponsor in Nebraska can seek support for programs or projects that enhance quality of life in the Kearney area and surrounding communities. Grants from Kearney Area Community Foundation help community centers and related organizations fund initiatives in areas like education, health, human services, and community development.
Kearney Area Community Foundation
Nebraska Mental Health Facility Funding via DHHS
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Hospitals, behavioral health providers, community health centers, rural emergency hospitals, and tribal health facilities in Nebraska can seek up to US $5,500,000 for equipment and minor renovations to expand mental health and substance use crisis services. Grants from Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services help rural providers enhance crisis response, stabilization, and withdrawal management capacity, which may benefit community-centered facilities.
Nebraska department of health and human services
Safety Equipment Grants for Rural Departments from Walter Scott Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Municipalities, rural fire districts, and first responder departments in Nebraska communities under 5,000 residents can receive up to US $50,000 for safety equipment, training, and facility improvements, including needs tied to community centers. Walter Scott Family Foundation’s Jack Lewis Safety Fund prioritizes projects showing local fundraising and collaboration, with spring and fall application cycles each year.
Walter Scott Family Foundation
Nebraska Community Development Funding via Shickley Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Grants from Shickley Community Foundation help Nebraska community and economic development efforts by supporting projects that enhance quality of life in the greater Shickley area. Community groups and individuals in Fillmore County may be eligible for initiatives such as community facilities, youth development, and broader community development or revitalization projects.
Shickley Community Foundation
Nebraska Community Development Funding via Nelson Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofit and community organizations in Nebraska City seeking support for community development, health care, education, fine arts, or historic preservation projects can apply for grants from the Nelson Family Foundation. With a mission to back worthy local initiatives, the foundation provides funding to Otoe County groups that present clear plans, budgets, and demonstrated community relevance.
The Karl H. And Wealtha H. Nelson Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Human Services Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations working on poverty relief, children and families, education, health, disaster relief, or related services in the Southern region may be eligible for Robinson Foundation support. Although the foundation serves areas below the Mason-Dixon line, Nebraska community centers with qualifying Southern operations could benefit from this single-year program funding.
Robinson Foundation
Financial Stability Grants for Nonprofits from Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nebraska community centers and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on financial literacy or employment readiness can access funding through the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa for general operating support. Organizations serving Cass, Douglas, Lancaster, Sarpy, Saunders, or Washington counties, or Iowa communities, may receive up to US $5,000 if their core work removes barriers to financial stability.
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities near Georgia-Pacific manufacturing communities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment initiatives. Focused on strengthening community well-being, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Nebraska community-centered programs within 30 miles of a GP facility to apply if they meet its investment priorities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Nebraska Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence survivors can access funding through TJX Foundation if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. Grants may benefit community centers offering food, shelter, enrichment, or workforce readiness programs for vulnerable families and children.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Siouxland Community Foundation Grants for Nebraska Community Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and local government units serving Wakefield, Nebraska can seek funding for arts, culture, civic improvements, education, environment, health, and human services projects. Siouxland Community Foundation’s Wakefield Community Foundation Grant offers up to US $1,000 for community-centered initiatives, with a required 50% match and priority for high-impact, volunteer-driven projects.
Siouxland Community Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. nonprofit organizations running community centers or similar programs in Nebraska can apply for Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support impactful local initiatives. Funding may assist museums, cultural and performing arts programs, youth and senior services, disability services, education and job training, health facilities, and environmental or wildlife activities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Nebraska Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Community-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Nebraska offering services like economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S.-based organizations in O'Reilly Auto Parts communities strengthen quality of life for underserved and underrepresented people.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $30,000. Grants from Union Pacific Foundation help community centers and related nonprofits in Union Pacific–served communities deliver direct services and build organizational capacity with a strong DEI focus.
Union Pacific Foundation
Omaha Community Foundation Grants for Childhood Education
Applications due Jul 16, 2027
Public 501(c)(3) organizations in the Omaha metro area providing educational services to underserved children up to age 12 can apply for Omaha Community Foundation’s Creche Childhood Education Fund Grant; awards approximately US $24,999 for educational programming and projects, not operating expenses. Nebraska community centers offering early childhood or elementary education activities may be eligible.
Omaha Community Foundation