Deadline: 01-Apr-22
Applications are now open for the Cooper Foundation Grant Program.
Program Areas
They fund organizations working in the arts, civic and community engagement, education, the environment, human services, and the humanities.
Types of Funding
They accept applications for program and general operating support. They also give consideration to requests for technology, staff positions, advocacy, and capacity building.
What they Fund?
Nebraska nonprofit organizations classified as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) and public charities under section 509(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code. They also fund units of government, public universities, and K-12 schools.
What they do not Fund?
Individuals; businesses; building construction or renovation; health organizations or issues; churches; religious organizations or issues; travel; memberships; endowments; non-501(c)(3) organizations; 509(a)(3) supporting organizations; fiscal agents; private foundations; operational deficits; general fund drives/annual appeals; event sponsorships.
Geographic Area
The highest priority is for organizations based in and serving Lincoln and Lancaster County. Requests from outside this area must serve a regional or statewide area and meet the foundation’s funding priorities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nonprofit organizations located in and serving the state of Nebraska are eligible to apply for Cooper Foundation grants. They have four grant cycles per year.
- They do not accept unsolicited applications, but welcome inquiries to determine if the organization and programming are a good fit for Cooper Foundation funding. Interested organizations should be familiar with their funding priorities and be prepared to discuss their programs, operations, budget, and governance.
For more information, visit https://cooperfoundation.org/for-grantseekers/