Deadline: 1-Mar-22
Refugee Community Grant Fund to support initiatives and organizations that benefit the community in Omaha.
The Omaha Community Foundation is in partnership with an advisory board to aid in funding decisions. However, this committee will transition to being led by individuals who identify as current or former refugees in the coming months.
In addition, the committee representatives will have a deep understanding of what investments will be most impactful in addressing the needs of their community.
Funding Priorities
Funding priorities include, but are not limited to:
- Arts, Culture, and Recreation
- Basic Human Needs
- Education Services
- Family Stabilization
- Health and Wellness
- Capacity Building
Funding Information
- Up to $150,000 in grant funding will be awarded during the annual grant cycle.
- Funding requests may not exceed $25,000.
- The average grant award is between $5,000 to $15,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be public, tax-exempt organizations as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, OR working with a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent who can receive funds on your behalf.
- They fund innovative programs, initiatives, services, or other ideas within the focus areas that serve refugee communities in Douglas and Sarpy Counties.
- Previous grant recipients may apply again if their final report was submitted to the Omaha Community Foundation.
For more information, visit https://omahafoundation.org/nonprofits/community-interest-funds/refugee-community-grant-fund/