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Latest source updateLast Update: August 14, 2026Latest change: The FAQ now narrows eligible programs, changes guidance for new applicants, and revises contact and sponsorship instructions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 14, 2026
Latest change: The FAQ now narrows eligible programs, changes guidance for new applicants, and revises contact and sponsorship instructions.
FAQ updated with new eligibility and application rules
The FAQ now says the foundation generally does not fund ongoing direct services, including food pantries, diaper banks, early childhood, after-school, and mentoring programs, while allowing only limited exceptions for culturally responsive direct service organizations. It also changes the guidance for new applicants so organizations that have never received a Weitz Family Foundation grant must apply through Beloved Community, and it revises the rules for event, sponsorship, and additional grant requests during an active multi-year grant.
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 500,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Omaha, Canada
Overview
This program supports nonprofit organizations seeking funding for community-focused work in Omaha. Applications are reviewed annually for general operating, capacity building, and related funding requests.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Omaha
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Grant-making Foundations
- International Activities
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Systems change work
- Advocacy work
- Community organizing or collective action to address root problems of poverty, racism, or other inequities
- Culturally competent and accessible direct services in Omaha
- Construction, renovation, or improvement of a property
Documents Needed
- Completed online grant application
- GivingData account
- Fiscal sponsor information, if applicable
- Supporting materials requested in the application
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- 501(c)(3) organizations
- Organizations with a fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3)
- National organizations with satellites or chapters in Omaha
Who is not eligible
- Individuals and political candidates
- Organizations primarily focused on religion
- Organizations primarily focused on sports, animals, or the environment
- Organizations outside the Omaha area, including Council Bluffs
Eligible expenses
- General operating costs
- Overhead costs
- Staff salary support, within limits
- Capital campaign-related contracts with small and emerging businesses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individuals, including political candidates
- Organizations centered on religion, sports, animals, or the environment
- Pantry-focused organizations
- Requests outside the Omaha area
Eligible geographic areas
- Omaha metro area
- Omaha, Nebraska
Selection criteria
- Ability to address racial equity
- Potential for systemic change
- Alignment with the foundation’s mission and priorities
- Impact level of the proposed work
How to apply
- Use the Tutorials page to learn how to create your GivingData account and navigate the application.
- Submit the grant application in GivingData by Monday, August 24, 2026 at 5 PM CST.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by staff after submission.
- Organizations may be contacted with follow-up questions.
- The Board reviews funding recommendations in November.
- All applicants notified about final decisions on Friday, December 18, 2026.
- Grant agreements are sent out before payment is scheduled for the following year.
Additional information
- New Applicant Virtual Office Hours are scheduled for Tuesday, July 14 at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, July 15 at 10:00 AM, Friday, July 17 at 12:00 PM, and Wednesday, July 22 at 12:00 PM.
- Drop-In Virtual Office Hours are scheduled for Thursday, August 6 at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, August 12 at 1:00 PM, Monday, August 17 at 11:00 AM, and Thursday, August 20 at 10:00 AM.
- Virtual Applications Sessions are no longer hosted.
- A recording of the application walk-through is available on the Tutorials page.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grant Process Program
What is the Grant Process?
This program supports nonprofit organizations seeking funding for community-focused work in Omaha. Applications are reviewed annually for general operating, capacity building, and related funding requests.
How much funding can be received?
Grant Process Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Grant Process program?
To be eligible for the Grant Process program, you must:
501(c)(3) or fiscal sponsor
Based in the Omaha metro area
Aligned with foundation priorities
What expenses are eligible under Grant Process?
Systems change work
Advocacy work
Community organizing or collective action to address root problems of poverty, racism, or other inequities
Culturally competent and accessible direct services in Omaha
Construction, renovation, or improvement of a property
Who can I contact for more information about the Grant Process?
You can contact Weitz Family Foundation (WFF) by email at rose@weitzfamilyfoundation.org or by phone at 402-384-5309.
Where is the Grant Process available?
The Grant Process program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Grant Process?
Grant Process is funded by Weitz Family Foundation (WFF)