Community Grants Program

Through donations, philanthropic gifts, and fundraisers, the Bennington Community Foundation uses grants to help the community grow.

Total Funding History: Since 2005, the Foundation has helped fund over $203,000 in local projects.

Geographic Scope: Bennington, Nebraska and surrounding area

Focus Areas: The foundation has historically supported:

• Youth sports programs and athletic facilities
• Community recreation and parks
• Cultural institutions (theatre, historical society)
• Community infrastructure and public amenities
• Scout programs and youth organizations
• Library expansions
• Public safety initiatives

Recent Grant Examples:

• Bennington Legion Baseball (2024): $10,000 for equipment shed and turf bullpen
• Bennington Community Theatre (2023): $2,000 for startup costs
• Neumeyer Farm Park & Athletic Complex (2021-2022): $30,000 for 50-acre park development
• Tim Ohrt Park Playground Equipment (2021): $5,000 for playground updates
• Eagle Scouts Projects (2021): $1,000 for pedestrian bridge lighting
• Boy Scout Troop 13 (2021): $1,000 for Prairie View Lake trail improvements
• Bennington Wrestling (2019): $4,800 for equipment
• Bennington Youth Football (2018): $7,000 for uniforms and equipment
• Bennington Soccer Club (2017): $5,000 for field maintenance equipment
• Bennington Athletic League (2017): $15,000 for stadium lights
• Friends of the Library (2015): $30,000 for library expansion

Contact Information:

• Bennington Community Foundation
• PO Box 201, Bennington, NE 68007
• bcf@benningtonfoundation.com

How to Apply

Process: Grant requests should be submitted to the Bennington Community Foundation.

Contact:

• Email: bcf@benningtonfoundation.com
• Mailing Address: PO Box 201, Bennington, NE 68007
• Website: benningtonfoundation.com

Note: Specific application materials, deadlines, and submission requirements were not detailed on the public-facing website pages provided. Contact the foundation directly for detailed application procedures.