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Find similar grantsCommunity Grants is sponsored by Aksarben Foundation. The Aksarben Foundation offers Community Grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in Nebraska looking to positively impact their community. Grant awards are contingent upon a matching gift component and are intended for projects budgeted up to $10,000.
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Community Grants - Aksarben Foundation MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT ACROSS THE HEARTLAND. Nebraska is built of strong communities. Look in all 93 counties and you’ll find the Spirit of Aksarben everywhere you look, from agricultural roots to friends helping their neighbors.
Aksarben knows that in order for Nebraska to continue to thrive, each community across the state needs support in maximizing their strengths. For decades, Aksarben has made its Community Grants available to any 501(c)(3) organization in Nebraska looking to positively impact their community. Grant awards are contingent upon a matching gift component and intended for projects budgeted up to $10,000 in total.
Halting the demolition of the Orpheum Theater in downtown Omaha and helping restore it to its former glory for Nebraska residents and tourists to enjoy for generations to come. Contributed thousands of dollars to build 4H buildings, upgrade parks, purchase fire trucks, and more. Contributed thousands of dollars to build 4H buildings, upgrade parks, purchase fire trucks, and more.
Financed the purchase of the Ak-Sar-Ben Bridge between Omaha and Council Bluffs, and gifted it to the cities after eliminating the toll fees. Looking to make a positive impact in your Nebraska community? Apply today!
Applications are accepted throughout the year with an annual deadline of March 15. Projects are selected and notified by April 15 of each year. For additional information, please contact office@aksarben.
org. The Aksarben Foundation is honored to spotlight remarkable community projects made possible through Aksarben Community Grants. These stories highlight the resilience, innovation, and dedication of Nebraska communities as they transform their ideas into lasting impact.
NEBRASKA PANHANDLE AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER, RURAL STUDENT HEALTHCARE OUTREACH PROGRAM CITY OF FULLERTON PARK BOARD, FULLERTON CITY PARK RENEWAL PROJECT THE LEADERSHIP CENTER, LUNCH BRUNCH PROGRAM VISIONARY YOUTH, BACK TO SCHOOL FREE HAIRCUT AND BACKPACK EVENT HOPE CENTER FOR KIDS, HOPE STEM LEARNERS ESSEX COMMUNITY CLUB, SOLAR LIGHTS FOR MEMORIAL PARK DIXON COUNTY AG SOCIETY, EXHIBIT HALL WITH OFFICE SPACE GORDON COMMUNITY THEATER, REPLACE HVAC FOR THEATER COLUMBUS AREA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM, CACM FIELD TRIP DISCOUNT PROGRAM FREMONT AREA ART ASSOCIATION, GROW THE GALLERY: PHASE II CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Any 501(c)(3) organization in Nebraska. Requires a matching gift component. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Grants is funded by Aksarben Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Nebraska. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.