Grants in Nebraska: 142+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Nebraska can access federal grants open to all states, Nebraska-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Nebraska nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

142+

Grants Available

$33.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$1.4M

Average Award

NE

State

Top Funding Categories in Nebraska

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Active Grants in Nebraska

Leland J And Dorothy H Olson Charitable Fountation — Grants Program
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Leland J And Dorothy H Olson Charitable Fountation

Leland J And Dorothy H Olson Charitable Fountation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,163,879 in grants. Total assets: $49,476,239. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Sherwood Foundation — Grants Program
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Sherwood Foundation

Sherwood Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $196,929,490 in grants. Total assets: $459,948,692. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Eagle Foundation — Grants Program
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Eagle Foundation

Eagle Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $37,416,025 in grants. Total assets: $598,617,120. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Holland Foundation — Grants Program
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Holland Foundation

Holland Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $31,661,590 in grants. Total assets: $79,841,349. Primary focus area: housing. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Buffett Early Childhood Fund — Grants Program
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Buffett Early Childhood Fund

Buffett Early Childhood Fund is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $30,605,670 in grants. Total assets: $8,606,329. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Robert B Daugherty Foundation — Grants Program
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Robert B Daugherty Foundation

Robert B Daugherty Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $36,554,010 in grants. Total assets: $793,447,363. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation — Grants Program
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The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation

The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $695,209,110 in grants. Total assets: $2,272,738,773. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Lozier Foundation — Grants Program
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The Lozier Foundation

The Lozier Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $36,047,044 in grants. Total assets: $458,817,281. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Hawks Foundation — Grants Program
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The Hawks Foundation

The Hawks Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $26,656,230 in grants. Total assets: $335,983,127. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Peter Kiewit Foundation — Grants Program
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Peter Kiewit Foundation

Peter Kiewit Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2024, the foundation distributed $31,968,643 in grants. Total assets: $396,126,812. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Weitz Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Weitz Family Foundation

Weitz Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $15,559,028 in grants. Total assets: $36,968,652. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Acklie Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Acklie Charitable Foundation

Acklie Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Lincoln, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $11,968,336 in grants. Total assets: $165,927,872. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Walter Scott Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Walter Scott Family Foundation

Walter Scott Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $145,640,942 in grants. Total assets: $1,579,144,889. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Charles And Mary Heider Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Charles And Mary Heider Family Foundation

Charles And Mary Heider Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $15,598,835 in grants. Total assets: $287,328,508. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Nelnet Foundation — Grants Program
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Nelnet Foundation

Nelnet Foundation is a private foundation based in Lincoln, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,514,362 in grants. Total assets: $16,609,224. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Anderson Valley Foundation — Grants Program
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Anderson Valley Foundation

Anderson Valley Foundation is a private foundation based in Hastings, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,391,694 in grants. Total assets: $37,811,315. Primary focus area: unknown. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Conagra Brands Foundation — Grants Program
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Conagra Brands Foundation

Conagra Brands Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2024, the foundation distributed $5,453,487 in grants. Total assets: $7,223,834. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Gardner Foundation — Grants Program
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Gardner Foundation

Gardner Foundation is a private foundation based in Wakefield, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,356,056 in grants. Total assets: $21,694,801. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Mutual Of Omaha Foundation — Grants Program
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Mutual Of Omaha Foundation

Mutual Of Omaha Foundation is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $5,571,757 in grants. Total assets: $106,691,699. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Richard P Kimmel And Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Richard P Kimmel And Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation Inc

Richard P Kimmel And Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Lincoln, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,038,356 in grants. Total assets: $14,901,464. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
D F Dillon Foundation — Grants Program
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D F Dillon Foundation

D F Dillon Foundation is a private foundation based in Lincoln, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,475,158 in grants. Total assets: $46,620,482. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Woods Charitable Fund Inc — Grants Program
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Woods Charitable Fund Inc

Woods Charitable Fund Inc is a private foundation based in Lincoln, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,322,100 in grants. Total assets: $25,809,397. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Leroy Thom Jean Thom And T L Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Leroy Thom Jean Thom And T L Foundation Inc

Leroy Thom Jean Thom And T L Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Hastings, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $4,886,900 in grants. Total assets: $36,138,792. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Midlands Diabetes Education And Self Help Center — Grants Program
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Midlands Diabetes Education And Self Help Center

Midlands Diabetes Education And Self Help Center is a private foundation based in Omaha, NE. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,878,633 in grants. Total assets: $28,972,362. Primary focus area: disease specific. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Nebraska Grants

What types of grants are available in Nebraska?

Nebraska organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Nebraska-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Nebraska to apply for state grants?

For most Nebraska state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Nebraska and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Nebraska state grant opportunities?

Nebraska state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Nebraska grants?

Nebraska state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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