Building Healthy Futures Grant Program

The Building Healthy Futures Grant Program, offered by the Omaha Community Foundation, supports initiatives that improve access to quality healthcare for school-age youth. This grant focuses on enhancing learning by addressing health-related barriers that affect students’ ability to succeed in school. The program prioritizes efforts that ensure children have access to primary, vision, dental, and hearing care, as well as mental health services. Eligible applicants include public tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or those working with a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent able to receive funds on their behalf. Applicants must provide services to students of Omaha Public Schools or their families, though these services do not need to be delivered within school buildings. Organizations must also adhere to a non-discrimination policy covering hiring and service provision. Funding decisions will favor projects that address health needs or gaps at a systemic level and demonstrate innovative approaches to supporting youth with limited healthcare access. Collaboration with partners is encouraged to maximize impact. The grant offers a minimum award of $50,000 for programmatic support. Applicants should prepare proposals that clearly connect their work to improving health outcomes for school-age youth in Omaha. Emphasis is placed on programs promoting mental health protective factors and ensuring equitable access to treatment services while normalizing self-care practices among young people. The application period opens on July 1, 2025, with a deadline of August 1, 2025. Interested organizations are encouraged to review detailed eligibility criteria and funding priorities on the Omaha Community Foundation website before applying. This grant opportunity provides resources for organizations committed to creating healthier futures for children through improved healthcare access and mental health support within the Omaha community.