Capital Grants (Discontinued)

Program and Capital Grants is a grant from The Sherwood Foundation that funds specific programs and capital projects of Nebraska nonprofits through two distinct tracks. Program Grants fund a restricted specific program within an organization, while Capital Grants fund land purchase, building construction or renovation, or significant equipment purchases. Both portals were open from February 1 to February 28, 2026 at noon CST. A separate Operating Grants cycle provides unrestricted funding when open. Applicants must have an EIN and submit applications through the online portal when available. Eligible organizations should be 501(c)(3) nonprofits whose work aligns with The Sherwood Foundation's priorities.

Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation Grant Program is a grant from the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation that funds projects serving people and nonprofit organizations across 12 West Central Nebraska counties, including Arthur, Custer, Dawson, Frontier, Hayes, Hooker, Keith, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Perkins, and Thomas. The program offers three tracks: Sustaining Essential Services Grants for nonprofits experiencing government funding cuts in food, shelter, and community risk prevention; Applegate Training and Support Grants for teacher professional development; and a general community grant category. Eligible applicants include federally recognized 501(c)(3) organizations and public government agencies serving the defined service area. Grant amounts vary by project scope and need.

Open Oregon Grants (Larger Funding Requests) is a grant from Ford Family Foundation that funds programs and projects important to rural communities across Oregon and Siskiyou County, California. The foundation uses an open-door, always-accepting approach to meet communities where they are and provide flexible support at the right time. Larger funding requests (over $20,000) focus on projects with strong community buy-in evidenced by local and regional donor support. Applicants must contact foundation staff prior to submission. Eligible organizations include public charities, governmental entities, and sovereign tribes serving rural areas.

Good Neighbor Grants is a grant from The Ford Family Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations serving rural Oregon communities with populations under 35,000 that are not adjacent to metropolitan areas. The program reflects the foundation's deep commitment to rural Oregon, funding a wide range of community initiatives that strengthen local capacity, improve quality of life, and address unique challenges facing rural residents. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations with projects that benefit qualifying rural Oregon communities. Awards range from $1,000 to $25,000, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline.

Priority Area Grants (Larger Funding Requests) is sponsored by Ford Family Foundation. Funding for requests exceeding $20,000 that align with the Foundation's specific impact areas: Family, Education, and Community. This includes programs, operations, and capital projects. Geographic focus: Rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, California Focus areas: Family Impact, Education Impact, Community Impact

Robert B. Daugherty Foundation Grant Program is a grant from Robert B. Daugherty Foundation that funds charitable programs and projects serving the greater Omaha area or the State of Nebraska. The Foundation awards one-time, multi-year (up to three years), and challenge/matching grants. Proposals with matching funds are given preference. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities; grants are not made to individuals, religious organizations for religious purposes, endowments, or private foundations. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline.

Operations Grants (Operations Cycle) is sponsored by Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Inc.. Supports ongoing organizational operations, primarily for small and medium-sized organizations dedicated to the Arts and Humanities. New applicants must submit an LOI; returning grantees who have previously received operations funding may skip the LOI. Geographic focus: Indianapolis and Central Indiana (60-mile radius) Focus areas: Arts, Humanities

The Kids Fund is a grant from the Whitefish Community Foundation that funds programs improving safety, health, education, and food security for youth at risk of homelessness in Flathead County, Montana. The program supports initiatives that intervene early to connect youth and families with housing, support services, and resources that prevent homelessness and strengthen long-term outcomes. Awards of up to $50,000 are available, with a November 13, 2026 deadline. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations serving youth at risk of becoming homeless in Flathead County, Montana. Past grantees have included food pantries, school support programs, and housing stability initiatives.

Safe Routes to School Grant Program is sponsored by New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) in partnership with North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA), Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC), and South Jersey Transportation Planning Organization (SJTPO). This program funds infrastructure projects that encourage and enable K-12 students to walk and bike safely to school within 2 miles of the school.

Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) is sponsored by City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and SomerCor. The Neighborhood Opportunity Fund supports permanent builds and renovations of commercial spaces to build strong and vibrant commercial corridors on the South, Southwest, and West Sides of Chicago. It is a reimbursement grant program. Funds are sourced through the Neighborhood Opportunity Bonus program.

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) Initiative – Round 2 is sponsored by Dane County Department of Human Services (via U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development). Funding is available for municipalities within Dane County, Wisconsin, to remove barriers to affordable housing, modernize zoning and building codes, improve permitting processes, and expand long-term housing affordability and supply for vulnerable and low-income populations.