Omaha Northwest Rotary Foundation Inc

Midlands Community Foundation

Papillion, NE

Midlands Community Foundation funds nonprofit programs and community needs in arts and culture, community and economic development, education, health, and human services, with its general fund focused on Sarpy and Cass counties, Nebraska. Its grants typically center around a $15,000 median, though reported awards ranged from $5,419 to $767,000; the website lists requests of up to $10,000 through its twice-yearly program. It accepts online applications for that program, with February 1 and August 1 deadlines.

Nebraska Humanities Council

Lincoln, NE

Humanities Nebraska funds public humanities projects in history and culture that encourage learning, discussion, and community engagement; eligible applicants include Nebraska nonprofits and government entities. Typical awards are about $1,700 for mini grants and $5,800 for major grants, with major awards usually $10,000 or less. It accepts applications through its online system, with scheduled deadlines for each grant type.

Immanuel Community Vision Foundation

Omaha, NE

The foundation supports nonprofits, ELCA congregations, and affiliated organizations serving seniors, community health, and the ministry of the Church, primarily in Nebraska and Iowa. In 2025, grants ranged from $7,500 to $390,000, with a median of $30,000; spring community grants are generally up to $75,000, with a separate Senior Impact category offering requests up to $300,000. It accepts requests through specified grant cycles, including a spring letter-of-interest process for community grants.

Todd and Mary Heistand Family Foundation

Woodbine, IA

The Todd and Mary Heistand Family Foundation supports nonprofits and government entities serving children in poverty and families in crisis, as well as workforce development—especially construction trades—and collaborative or rural community programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $300,000, with a median of $25,000; it favors the Omaha/Council Bluffs area and western Iowa within 100 miles of Omaha, particularly southwest Iowa. It accepts Letters of Interest through its online portal, and selected applicants are invited to submit a full application.

M & M Foundation

Omaha, NE

Alan & Marcia Baer Foundation

Omaha, NE

The foundation supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, athletics and recreation, health and human services, religion, arts and culture, and civic projects. Its average gift is $1,000–$1,500, with 2025 grants ranging from $500 to $46,200; most funding went to Nebraska, with some grants in other states. It accepts requests by letter, mail or email, with a May 31 annual deadline.