US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Nebraska Communities
With a mission to strengthen communities, US Bancorp Foundation provides Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture. Organizations working in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple “work, home, and play” pillars, may be eligible.
US Bancorp Foundation
Children and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska that run programs for children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary support to strengthen community services. With a mission to aid these core areas, Costco Foundation provides grants that may benefit theater organizations whose youth or education programming fits these priorities.
Costco Foundation
Nebraska Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nebraska nonprofits with innovative human services or theater-related programs can seek support for new or expanded approaches to social issues. Focused on creative solutions, Creag Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations with at least one year of status to submit a letter of inquiry for invitation-only grant consideration, including smaller or evolving organizations.
Creag Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations in Nebraska and beyond can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable social or environmental solutions. Theatre organizations with innovative, proven models that directly benefit underserved communities and can grow to reach thousands may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Tech-Enabled Impact Grants
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help Nebraska theater and arts organizations that meet these priorities and primarily serve economically underserved communities worldwide.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Nebraska Safety
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 projects like auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, and K–12 or higher education, which may benefit theatre facilities’ safety or community programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Nebraska Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nebraska theater and arts nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can seek Hearst Foundation support for cultural programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. Grants from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation fund arts and science institutions, prioritizing youth engagement, arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused programs across the U.S., including Nebraska theaters and performing arts centers.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Nebraska Health
Nebraska 501(c)(3) and equivalent charitable organizations seeking support for health, education, or community programs can apply for funding that may cover facility needs, including equipment. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with grants for healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, and community welfare, which may benefit theater groups offering community or educational programming.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nebraska Youth Services Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations serving children and youth from low-income communities in Nebraska may be eligible for project or scaling support in education, health, or family economic stability. With a mission to expand opportunity, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides large grants (more than US $50,000) to qualified entities in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities in Nebraska and worldwide working on humanitarian aid, community development, education, environment, or contemporary arts can seek philanthropic project support; La Roche manages giving through its local affiliates. With a mission to strengthen communities, La Roche provides nonprofits with support for innovative, sustainable projects that can engage Roche expertise and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Global Health
Nonprofits and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief for marginalized communities in countries including Nebraska’s broader U.S. context can apply for this funding. Nebraska arts or theater groups with programs addressing healthcare access, literacy, or social services may be eligible for support from the Semnani Family Foundation’s international grantmaking.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nebraska theater and arts nonprofits seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust, as long as projects are carried out in the U.S. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations, tax-exempt under federal (and where applicable, California) law, with well-managed programs that significantly benefit their communities.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Self-Reliance Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nebraska nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation for programs addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or disaster relief. U.S. 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities may receive US $5,000 - US $250,000, and theater organizations with missions serving disadvantaged communities may be eligible.
Gupta Family Foundation
Nebraska Arts Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts and culture organizations in Nebraska seeking support for theater facilities or equipment can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the foundation also considers projects in education, children’s services, animals, environment, and humanitarian aid worldwide.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Theatre and arts-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska seeking to tell impactful stories about their work may be eligible for storytelling project support, with awards of more than US $50,000. With a mission to partner with local changemakers, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds storytelling tied to preservation, education, or wellness initiatives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Community Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nebraska 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years can seek single-year funding for programs such as education, children and families, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, or religious and spiritual work. Focused on humanitarian impact, the Robinson Foundation supports Southern-region nonprofits whose projects show tangible, meaningful results; theater groups with eligible missions may benefit.
Robinson Foundation
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local governments working on education, environment, entrepreneurship, or community enrichment can seek project support from Georgia-Pacific Foundation in communities it serves, including Nebraska counties listed. Focused on strengthening GP manufacturing communities, this funding may help theatre organizations enhance facilities, programs, or related community initiatives near GP operations.
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 community organizations serving vulnerable families and children, and Nebraska theater groups may be eligible if their programs support these priorities for youth and families.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Nebraska Community Services Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Lawrence Foundation provides Nebraska nonprofits, public schools, and libraries with unrestricted grants for environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other community programs. 501(c)(3) public charities and similar organizations can request US $5,000 - US $10,000 for general operating or project support, which may include needs related to theater facilities or programming.
Lawrence Foundation
Theater and Arts Funding for U.S. Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Nebraska seeking support for theater, cultural, or performing arts programs and equipment can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. This national funder supports a wide range of community-based initiatives, so Nebraska arts groups with impactful projects may be competitive.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s Community Grants to support program costs and services. Organizations in Nebraska may be eligible, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteers and those aligning with Meeting Basic Needs, Supporting Community Vitality, or Volunteer-Driven Causes.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nebraska nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually for one year of project-based support, which may include theater-related initiatives and equipment needs.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Nebraska Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska working to improve community quality of life can seek project, general operating, or capital support for programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S.-based community-focused nonprofits serving underserved and underrepresented individuals and families, including areas like poverty alleviation, literacy, and job readiness.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits and independent emergency response organizations can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects serving Union Pacific communities. Grants from Union Pacific Foundation help local groups, including theater and cultural organizations, fund direct services, capacity building, and inclusive programming that benefit diverse residents.
Union Pacific Foundation
Nebraska Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Youth-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Nebraska can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs serving underserved young people and their families. Eligible projects may include education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship initiatives that complement theatre or arts-based youth programming.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Support for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Nebraska with strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award. Mutual of America Foundation honors U.S. nonprofits that collaborate with public, private, or social sector partners to address significant social issues, which can include theater-related community initiatives.
Mutual Of America Foundation