Nebraska grants for Special district governments

The Fund for Siouxland is an unrestricted endowment fund managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aiming to enhance the quality of life in the Siouxland communities. It utilizes the contributions from individuals, families, corporations, and other foundations to support a broad range of initiatives within an approximately 80-mile radius of Sioux City, Iowa. The fund prioritizes projects that collaborate with other agencies, address new and emerging needs with creative solutions, and demonstrate sound financial plans for future sustainability. Projects benefiting larger numbers of people, especially those at risk, are given preference. The grants generally do not exceed $5,000 and are not allocated to religious purposes, annual fund drives, political activities, capital campaigns, endowments, general operating expenses, individuals, budget deficits, or school playground equipment/uniforms. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadline: February 15th to May 15th

This grant provides funding to rural and frontier schools in Nebraska to modernize their kitchen facilities, enabling them to prepare healthier meals using more whole and locally sourced ingredients.

This program provides funding to Nebraska counties, cities, and villages for energy efficiency projects that reduce energy use and promote sustainable practices.

This grant provides funding for projects in Nebraska that aim to reduce litter and waste, promote recycling, and improve waste management practices.

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and protect grasslands and wildlife in the Northern Great Plains, with a focus on supporting tribal communities and enhancing biodiversity.

This program provides funding to local public agencies in Nebraska for infrastructure improvements that enhance roadway safety and reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to emergency and first responder units in specific Nebraska counties for purchasing equipment, supplies, and training that enhance public safety and community health outcomes.

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

This program provides financial support to local governments in Nebraska for the development and maintenance of public recreational trails, benefiting both motorized and non-motorized users.

This program provides funding to publicly owned wastewater treatment facilities in Nebraska for developing and optimizing systems that convert organic waste into renewable energy while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

This funding opportunity supports small- to mid-sized transportation projects in Omaha that aim to reduce carbon emissions from roadways, targeting governmental bodies and organizations focused on sustainable infrastructure.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, ranchers, and community-led groups in the Southern Great Plains to restore grassland habitats and support sustainable ranching practices.

This program provides financial assistance to small public wastewater treatment systems in Nebraska, helping communities with populations under 10,000 assess and improve their wastewater infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements.

This program provides flexible federal funding to local governments and agencies for infrastructure projects that improve transportation networks, including roads, bridges, and non-motorized transportation options, in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area.

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities in Nebraska for the development and improvement of public use airports, enhancing aviation infrastructure and supporting local economic growth.

This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations across the U.S. for projects that enhance public education, community engagement, and the stewardship of collections.

This program provides financial support to small, publicly owned water systems in Nebraska serving fewer than 10,000 people to develop engineering reports that assess and improve their water infrastructure and compliance with regulations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to improve mental health and wellness resources for first responders and their families across Nebraska, addressing the challenges of stress, trauma, and opioid exposure.