The African American Unity Fund supports initiatives and organizations that benefit this community in Omaha.
Donor Name: Omaha Community Foundation
State: Nebraska
County: Douglas County (NE), Sarpy County (NE) and Pottawattamie County (NE)
City: Omaha
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/01/2023
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $15,000
Details:
Grounded in resident-led decision making, the program is guided by a committee of African American representatives who understand what investments will be most impactful in addressing the needs of their community.
Funding Priorities
- Arts and Culture (visual arts, arts education, cultural programs)
- Basic Human Needs (food, shelter, clothing)
- Community Development (leadership training, neighborhood groups, youth programs)
- Health and Wellness (medical, dental, mental or behavioral health, nutrition, physical activities)
- Capacity Building (fundraising, technology or operating expenses)
Applications that demonstrate collaboration among multiple organizations are encouraged. African American representation (among clients served, management, staff, and board members) is considered during the decision making process.
Funding Information
Up to $225,000 in grant funding will be awarded each year. Funding requests may not exceed $30,000. The average grant award is $10,000 to $15,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be a public, tax-exempt organization as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, OR working with a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent who can receive funds on your behalf.
- The applicant organization’s annual operating budget may not exceed $500,000. No exceptions will be made.
- Innovative programs, initiatives, services, or other ideas within the above-stated focus areas that serve African Americans in Douglas, Sarpy, and Pottawattamie Counties.
- Previous grant recipients may apply again if their final report was submitted to the Omaha Community Foundation.
- Applicants’ policies and practices must be in alignment with the following non-discrimination clause: The applicant organization does not lawfully or unlawfully discriminate in its hiring practices or service provision to clients and/or customers based on race, ethnicity, religious preference, age, [mental, emotional, or physical] disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, or gender.
- Additionally, organizations must submit their anti-discrimination policy at time of application.
For more information, visit Omaha Community Foundation.