US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Nebraska Workforce
With a mission to strengthen communities, US Bancorp Foundation provides Nebraska workforce and vocational education nonprofits with funding for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture. 501(c)(3) organizations, especially those led by people of color and serving designated U.S. Bank communities, may be eligible through the Community Possible Grant Program.
US Bancorp Foundation
Children and Health Program Grants from Costco Foundation
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may complement vocational and trade education efforts. With a mission to strengthen community well-being, Costco Foundation reviews requests based on documented community need, evidence-based outcomes, collaboration, and diversified financial support, with applications typically decided within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
Nebraska Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or related social programs can seek funding through the Creag Foundation to pilot or expand new approaches. Focused on creative solutions to social problems, this private foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations, including those with vocational or workforce-related services, to submit a letter of inquiry for potential invitation-only grants.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Grants for Youth Programs
DanPaul Foundation provides Nebraska youth-focused nonprofits with funding for programs that advance children’s health, education, development, and welfare, including early childhood development and youth enrichment. 501(c)(3) organizations working with youth on issues like homelessness, poverty, child advocacy, or environmental responsibility may be eligible for grants up to US $15,000, with no geographic restrictions.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Nebraska and other priority regions can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable social and environmental solutions. Organizations offering vocational or trade education that directly benefits underserved communities and can reach at least 10,000 people within five years may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Workforce Grants in Nebraska
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Nebraska can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved people, including those offering vocational, trade, or job-readiness training, submit a year-round LOI for consideration.
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 job training, financial literacy, STEM and career pathways, disaster preparedness, and related programs that may benefit vocational and trade education efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Nebraska Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nebraska 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek program, capital, or limited general support to expand arts and science programming, especially for youth. William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds museums, theaters, symphonies, ballets, arts schools, and STEAM education efforts that demonstrate measurable impact and broad reach, which may benefit vocational and trade education initiatives.
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, including those in Nebraska, can seek funding for programs like healthcare access for underserved people, food pantries, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support that may benefit vocational and trade education or related community-focused training efforts.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nebraska Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofit and social enterprise organizations working on education, youth health, or family economic stability projects in Nebraska can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. With a mission to improve outcomes for urban low-income children, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides funding in the U.S., India, and South Africa for initiatives serving children and youth.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nebraska 501(c)(3) organizations running charitable, scientific, medical, educational, or vocational programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for work carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable) and demonstrate strong management and substantial impact on their target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, workforce education, housing, or basic needs can apply for regional sponsorship funding; awards are discretionary. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help organizations addressing job readiness, hunger, emergency shelter, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion, which may include vocational and trade education programs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Self-Reliance Program 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 poverty alleviation, disability services, humanitarian aid, and related human services. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations, and some foreign entities, with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000 may receive US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions and relief efforts.
Gupta Family Foundation
Nebraska Education Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering education or vocational-related programs in Nebraska can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to advance learning and opportunity. With a mission to support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation provides global grants for education, children, humanitarian needs, animals, the environment, and arts and culture, favoring smaller-budget organizations.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Nebraska Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
With a mission to support preservation, education, and wellness, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations with funding to tell powerful stories about their impact. Its Storytelling Grant backs communications and media projects that highlight work in areas like environmental conservation, education, mental health, and community wellbeing; awards are more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Education Grants in South
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years can seek funding for education, vocational training, and related services that relieve hardship and support long-term success. Focused on humanitarian and spiritual impact, Robinson Foundation supports programs for children and families, poverty relief, medical assistance, and veterans, which may benefit vocational rehab efforts in Nebraska when serving the Southern region.
Robinson Foundation
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support their charitable programs. Organizations whose vocational or rehabilitation efforts intersect with these areas may be competitive applicants for this nationally focused opportunity.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities near Georgia-Pacific manufacturing communities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment initiatives. Focused on strengthening local communities, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Nebraska vocational and trade education programs within 30 miles of a GP facility to apply if they meet its investment priorities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Nebraska Workforce Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth education, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Grants from TJX Foundation help workforce preparation and vocational-style training efforts that support vulnerable youth and families. Applicants must align with TJX’s mission and nondiscrimination policy.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Nebraska Community Services Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Lawrence Foundation provides Nebraska vocational and trade education nonprofits, public schools, and libraries with unrestricted operating or program grants for environmental, human services, and related community programs. Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities and similar organizations can request US $5,000 - US $10,000 to support qualifying projects, including initiatives that incorporate vocational rehabilitation or skills training components.
Lawrence Foundation
Vocational Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Nebraska, can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support vocational, skills-training, life skills, and rehabilitation programs. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation also funds community-based initiatives such as youth and senior services, disability programs, cultural organizations, schools, hospitals, and environmental or wildlife activities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs and Self-Sufficiency Grants from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska working on basic needs, housing stability, or adult self-sufficiency can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Funding supports hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, financial literacy, and workforce preparation. Programs with strong Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteer engagement, especially near key employee centers, may be prioritized.
Ameriprise Financial
Program Support Grants for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking one-year project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can apply for Dr Scholl Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Organizations focused on vocational and trade education or related workforce preparation may be especially well positioned to benefit.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Nebraska Workforce Development Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief can access funding through the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation. U.S.-based community-benefit organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts service areas may request project, general operating, or capital support for programs such as vocational training, job readiness, literacy, and related workforce preparation efforts.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Workforce Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) public charities offering workforce development, vocational training, or related community 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 organizations in Union Pacific–served communities expand job readiness, STEM and trade skills, safety, and community vitality initiatives that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Union Pacific Foundation
Nebraska Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska serving youth and families can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community, food security, education, and environmental programs. Organizations offering vocational or trade education within these areas may be especially competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc