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Nebraska Community Development Grants

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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant
$100,000
Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

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

Energy
City or township governments
La Vista Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
La Vista Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

The La Vista Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1999, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in La Vista, NE, through philanthropy and grant-giving. It targets a broad spectrum of community improvement areas including public safety, education, STEM, women's services, community beautification, mental health, veteran's services, and more. Over the past twenty years, the Foundation has distributed over $500,000 in Community Impact Grants to support efficient programming and charitable purposes within the local non-profit sector. The Foundation not only provides financial support through grants but also facilitates philanthropy by offering networking opportunities, engaging volunteers, and providing tax benefit information to donors.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Just Transition Fund’s Local Economy Lab Initiative
$500,000
JU.S.t Transition Fund
Private

Application Deadline

May 9, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Litter Reduction & Recycling Grant
$500,000
Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2024

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

Environment
Nonprofits
Sunderland Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Sunderland Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides funding for capital building projects to nonprofit organizations in specific regions, focusing on higher education, human services, arts and culture, and healthcare initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Farmer Rancher Grant Program
$30,000
Minnesota University of Minnesota (NCR-SARE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

Agriculture
Individuals
City of Omaha Neighborhood Grant
$5,000
City of Omaha
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to resident-led neighborhood associations in Omaha for projects that enhance public safety and improve the quality of life in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Native American Housing Initiatives Grants Program
$500,000
Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 8, 2026

This program provides financial support to Native American tribes and housing entities in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma to improve housing development and address local housing needs.

Housing
Native American tribal organizations
Fremont Area Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Fremont Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Fremont, Nebraska, for projects that enhance community improvement, education, health, recreation, social services, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Verne P. Jackson and Rose Marie Jackson Charitable Trust Grant
$7,000
Verne P. Jackson and Rose Marie Jackson Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This grant provides financial support to organizations within 100 miles of Omaha, Nebraska, that assist physically handicapped individuals through direct aid and program services.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grants
Contact for amount
Fremont Area United Way
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Fremont, Nebraska, that are working to improve community health, youth education, financial stability, and resilience against challenges, by addressing unmet needs and delivering measurable outcomes.

Community Development
Nonprofits
NCR-SARE Graduate Student Grant Program
$20,000
North Central Region SARE (NCR-SARE)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This program provides funding for graduate students in the North Central Region to conduct research that promotes sustainable agriculture practices.

Community Development
Individuals
Hamilton Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Hamilton County, Nebraska, to address unmet charitable needs and enhance community services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Custer County Foundation Grant Programs
Contact for amount
Custer County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Custer County for projects that improve community well-being in areas such as health care, education, and youth activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Gering Occupation Tax Grant
Contact for amount
City of Gering
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and municipal entities for tourism-related projects that promote economic development and encourage overnight stays in Gering and Scotts Bluff County.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Conservation Partners Program
$1,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
Roy W. And Mary L. Pearson Charitable Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Phelps County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Holdrege, Nebraska, for community projects in areas such as education, health, and cultural activities, with a focus on initiatives that promote ethical and moral standards.

Community Development
Nonprofits
North Omaha Turnback Tax Grant Program
Contact for amount
Douglas County (Turnback Tax Committee)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit and community organizations focused on promoting North Omaha's history, reducing violence, and fostering small business development in the area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Heartland 2050 Mini Grant
$330,000
Nebraska Metropolitan Area Planning Agency (MAPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides financial and technical support to local governments in Nebraska and Iowa for projects that promote sustainable community development and improve transportation systems in line with regional planning goals.

Transportation
City or township governments
Impact Match Grant
$250,000
Missouri River Historic Development
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides funding to eligible organizations in specific Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska counties for impactful community projects in areas like economic development, health services, education, and cultural activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits