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2024 Invitation for Source Water Grant
$150,000
The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2024

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) is inviting proposals for source water protection projects. Funding is authorized through section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act as administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy. These funds are a potential source of support for drinking water protection projects in Nebraska. Program overview, grant process, general program information, funding priority, project requirements and format are outlined in the attached guidance. Project proposals will be reviewed by staff at Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy and representatives of other organizations. Projects recommended by the reviewers will be forwarded to the Director of NDEE for approval. Any questions you may have regarding this invitation may be submitted to the Source Water Coordinator at the address below. Questions will be answered directly and then posted on the NDEE website for reference. Proposals must be submitted to the NDEE office in Lincoln by 5:00 PM July 1, 2024.

Safety
City or township governments
Just Transition Fundโ€™s Local Economy Lab Initiative
$500,000
JU.S.t Transition Fund
Private

Application Deadline

May 9, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Litter Reduction & Recycling Grant
$500,000
Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2024

This grant provides funding for projects in Nebraska that aim to reduce litter and waste, promote recycling, and improve waste management practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Fremont Area Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Fremont Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Fremont, Nebraska, for projects that enhance community improvement, education, health, recreation, social services, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Nebraska DOT Mini-Grants
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance for specific equipment purchases or short-term safety activities related to highway safety, primarily targeting organizations and agencies focused on child safety and traffic enforcement in Nebraska.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Section 5311, Rural Public Transportation
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Nebraska to enhance public transportation services in rural areas, ensuring residents can access essential services like jobs and healthcare.

Transportation
State governments
Conservation Partners Program
$1,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
Roy W. And Mary L. Pearson Charitable Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Phelps County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Holdrege, Nebraska, for community projects in areas such as education, health, and cultural activities, with a focus on initiatives that promote ethical and moral standards.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Impact Match Grant Program
$250,000
Missouri River Historical Development
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides funding to eligible organizations in specific Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska counties for impactful community projects in areas like economic development, health services, education, and cultural activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Black History Makers Business Grant Program
$5,000
Citi Trends
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

Business and Commerce
County governments
CBDG Planning
$73,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Nebraska communities for strategic planning initiatives that address local development needs and promote equitable growth for low- and moderate-income residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
Community Impact Grant Program
$250,000
Nebraska Tourism Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and community organizations in Nebraska to promote national or international events, attracting out-of-state visitors and enhancing the state's tourism profile.

Community Development
County governments
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Recreational Trail Program (RTP)
$250,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments in Nebraska for the development and maintenance of public recreational trails, benefiting both motorized and non-motorized users.

Recreation
State governments
CDBG Public Works - Facilities
$630,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in Nebraska for public facility projects that improve community infrastructure and benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
Data Center Community Action Grants
Contact for amount
Meta
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2025

This program provides funding to local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in areas where Meta operates data centers, focusing on technology-driven community development and enhancing STEAM education.

Education
Independent school districts
Arts Project Grants
$7,500
Nebraska Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Nebraska to create and present public arts projects that engage communities and enhance cultural vitality, particularly for underserved populations.

Arts
Nonprofits
Woods Charitable Fund Grant
$10,000
Woods Charitable Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Lincoln, Nebraska, that focus on enhancing social equity and quality of life through initiatives in arts, community development, education, and human services, with a special emphasis on supporting refugees and immigrants.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Southern Plains Grassland Grant Program 2026
$400,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, ranchers, and community-led groups in the Southern Great Plains to restore grassland habitats and support sustainable ranching practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to eligible local governments and tribes in Nebraska for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities and access, such as parks, trails, and sports fields.

Infrastructure
City or township governments