Nebraska grants for Special district governments
Explore 38 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 29, 2025
This program provides financial assistance to local public agencies in Nebraska for repairing federal aid roads damaged by disasters, ensuring safety and restoring essential traffic.
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Not specified
Date Added
Jul 29, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Nebraska to enhance public transportation services in rural areas, ensuring residents can access essential services like jobs and healthcare.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 29, 2025
This program provides funding to public transit systems in rural and small urban areas of Nebraska for purchasing new buses, refurbishing existing vehicles, and improving transit facilities to enhance transportation services.
Application Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Date Added
May 15, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to eligible local governments and tribes in Nebraska for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities and access, such as parks, trails, and sports fields.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 29, 2025
This program provides low-interest loans and potential principal forgiveness to public water systems in Nebraska for improving drinking water infrastructure and ensuring safe drinking water for communities.
Application Deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Date Added
May 5, 2025
This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.
Application Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Date Added
Jul 29, 2025
This grant provides funding to local governments and organizations in Nebraska for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, promoting outdoor access and environmental preservation for all residents.
Application Deadline
Feb 15, 2028
Date Added
Jun 11, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots watershed groups and organizations in the U.S. for collaborative planning and development of projects that improve water supply reliability, quality, and ecosystem resilience.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Apr 22, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that offer job training and educational services to low-income adults in Nebraska, particularly those receiving or eligible for SNAP benefits, to help them secure stable employment and achieve self-sufficiency.
Application Deadline
Apr 10, 2026
Date Added
Mar 12, 2026
This program provides financial support to volunteer fire departments in communities served by Black Hills Energy for purchasing essential firefighting equipment and safety gear.
Application Deadline
Aug 17, 2026
Date Added
Jul 1, 2026
This grant provides funding to state, local, tribal governments, and eligible organizations to improve flood hazard data and mapping efforts, helping communities better manage flood risks.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jun 30, 2024
This program provides financial assistance to local governments and agencies for cleaning up illegal waste sites along public roads and ditches.
Application Deadline
May 6, 2024
Date Added
Mar 6, 2024
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing potential availability of cooperative agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing local natural resource issues, encouraging collaboration and developing state- and community-level conservation leadership. Proposals will be accepted for projects located in Nebraska.Proposals are requested for competitive consideration for cooperative agreement awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration. Applicants can be tribal government, State or local unit of government, non-profits with a 501 (c) (3) with status, or institution of higher learning.Entities may submit more than one application as long as the proposals are for different projects and entities may receive more than one award.This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant.For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.Key DatesApplicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on May 6th, 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.The agency anticipates making selections by June 15th, 2024, and expects to execute awards by September 15th, 2024.These dates are estimates and are subject to change.
Application Deadline
May 15, 2024
Date Added
Apr 22, 2024
The United Airlines Trust Fund was established in recognition of Siouxland's response to the United Flight 232 incident in 1989. This grant supports organizations and government units within a 50-mile radius of Sioux City, Iowa. Eligible entities include 501(c)(3) organizations and qualified government units. The fund allocates two-thirds of its annual net income to scholarships and one-third to community grants. These grants support projects promoting public safety, health care, crisis management, and community preparedness, with a focus on social services, education, and training of public personnel. Grants typically do not exceed $2,500, and the selection is based on proposal merit, relative need, and potential community impact. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadline: February 15th to May 15th
Application Deadline
May 15, 2026
Date Added
Apr 21, 2026
This program provides financial support to Nebraska volunteer fire departments that responded to the 2026 wildland fires, helping them cover expenses related to their emergency response efforts.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jun 30, 2024
This grant provides funding for projects in Nebraska that aim to reduce waste, promote recycling, and improve environmental sustainability through various initiatives like composting, recycling systems, and waste collection events.
Application Deadline
Apr 17, 2026
Date Added
Jul 18, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local water authorities, Indian tribes, and other eligible entities for small-scale water storage projects that improve water management and resilience in the Western United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2024
Date Added
Sep 28, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Interior's WaterSMART Title XVI Program offers financial and technical assistance for the planning, design, and construction of water reclamation and reuse projects, aiming to secure future water supplies, improve efficiency, support underserved communities, and address climate change.
Application Deadline
Sep 6, 2024
Date Added
May 12, 2024
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federal assistance program administered by the National Park Service at the federal level and by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission at the state level. The program aims to support local sponsors in the acquisition, development, and renovation of public outdoor recreation sites and facilities. Funding is provided through 50% reimbursement grants. Eligible applicants include villages, cities, public power districts, and natural resource districts in Nebraska. The program requires projects to align with the goals outlined in the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) 2021-2025, ensuring they address the state and local outdoor recreation needs. Grant applications are accepted online and must be submitted by September each year, with projects reviewed and recommended by January and approved grants starting the following year.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 29, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, schools, and nonprofits in Nebraska for small-scale transportation projects that improve accessibility, safety, and nonmotorized travel options.

