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2026 WIN Grants is a grant from Women Investing in Nebraska (WIN), a collective giving organization of women philanthropists, that funds projects addressing critical needs for Nebraskans. Grants are available to University of Nebraska System programs and Nebraska 501(c)(3) public charities, with 100% of awarded funds directed to the described project. Awards are determined by critical need, scope of impact, and the population served.
WIN invited 12 to 16 grant seekers to submit formal proposals based on a letter of inquiry submitted by February 5, 2026. The total grant pool reflects collective member contributions, with grant amounts awarded in fall 2026; the 2025 cycle awarded $295,818 across two recipients. Prior award examples include expanding Trauma-Capable Schools training and launching a Child Care Center Licensing Toolkit.
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University of Nebraska programs, nonprofits eligible for 2026 WIN grants - Women Investing in Nebraska Timeline 2025-2026 Grant Cycle Other ways to support WIN Timeline 2025-2026 Grant Cycle Other ways to support WIN University of Nebraska programs, nonprofits eligible for 2026 WIN grants Women Investing in Nebraska (WIN) is now accepting funding ideas for its 2026 grant awards.
University of Nebraska programs and Nebraska nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply. Grants are awarded based on the critical needs being addressed, the people the project serves and the impact made on Nebraskans. Grant seekers are asked to submit an online letter of inquiry by Feb.
5, 2026, at womeninvestinginnebraska. org/grants/letter-of-inquiry/ . Based on submissions, WIN will invite 12 to 16 grant seekers to provide formal grant proposals.
Grant seekers must be a part of the University of Nebraska System or a Nebraska nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity. “WIN is proud to partner each year with organizations that are tackling important issues that matter to Nebraskans, and we’re pleased to again request ideas for funding as we enter our 15th year of philanthropic service to the state,” WIN Grants Committee Chair Halley Kruse said.
The amount granted will be based on the total gifts received in 2026 from WIN members. WIN will announce its grant awards in fall 2026. For more information, grant seekers may contact WIN at [email protected] .
WIN awarded a total of $295,818 to two programs for its 2025 grants season. Grants were awarded to expand the Trauma-Capable Schools training program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and to launch the Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative’s Child Care Center Licensing Toolkit. A total of 387 WIN members contributed personally to make the grants possible.
Committee members reviewed proposals in a four-step process, culminating in a membership vote to select the two recipients. WIN’s membership is comprised of women in and outside Nebraska who, through their collective giving, address issues that matter to Nebraskans. About Women Investing in Nebraska WIN operates in partnership with the University of Nebraska Foundation and the UNF Charitable Gift Fund to support women philanthropists.
The UNF Charitable Gift Fund is a nonprofit organization affiliated with the University of Nebraska Foundation. It provides options for donors to support the University of Nebraska as well as other worthwhile charitable causes in their community or across the country. For information on becoming a WIN member, contact WIN Director Reyna Asheim at 402-502-4720 or 800-432-3216, or visit womeninvestinginnebraska.
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Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nebraska 501(c)(3) public charities and University of Nebraska System programs. 100% of funding must be directed to the described project. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $50,000 - $150,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is February 5, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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