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Nebraska Community Development Grants

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Heartland 2050 Mini Grant
$330,000
Metropolitan Area Planning Agency (MAPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to local governments in Douglas and Sarpy Counties, Nebraska, and the urbanized area of Pottawattamie County, Iowa, for community development projects that promote sustainable growth and improve transportation planning.

Transportation
City or township governments
Off System Bridge Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Nebraska for the replacement and repair of structurally deficient bridges on county and local roads.

Infrastructure
County governments
CBDG Economic Development (ED)
$1,015,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in Nebraska to help private businesses create and retain jobs for low- and moderate-income individuals, fostering economic growth in disadvantaged communities.

Community Development
City or township governments
CDBG Public Works - Facilities
$630,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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
CBDG Public Works - Infrastructure
$630,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for infrastructure projects that improve water and wastewater systems in Nebraska communities, specifically benefiting low-to-moderate income residents.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
CBDG Downtown Revitalization
$435,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Nebraska municipalities for revitalizing downtown areas by improving infrastructure and addressing health and safety issues.

Community Development
City or township governments
CBDG Planning
$73,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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
Wastewater Facility Planning Grants
$20,000
Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small public wastewater treatment systems in Nebraska, helping communities with populations under 10,000 assess and improve their wastewater infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements.

Environment
City or township governments
Transportation Alternatives Program
$47,250,000
Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, schools, and nonprofits in Nebraska for small-scale transportation projects that improve accessibility, safety, and multimodal travel options, particularly for nonmotorized transportation.

Transportation
City or township governments
Civic and community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF)
$3,375,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to Nebraska municipalities and tribal governments for the planning and construction of community and recreation centers, as well as the rehabilitation of historic buildings.

Community Development
City or township governments
Nebraska Blue Foundation Grant Program 2025
Contact for amount
Nebraska Blue Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in Nebraska that focus on enhancing economic vitality and creating inclusive gathering spaces to improve health and well-being for residents.

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

Application Deadline

Jan 1, 2026

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
Arthur Klinkacek Community Enrichment Grant
Contact for amount
Kearney Area Community Foundation (KACF)
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative community projects and programs in the Kearney area, targeting nonprofits, educational institutions, and governmental agencies that address emerging needs and enhance the quality of life for residents.

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

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2025

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 Environmental Trust (NET)
Contact for amount
Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 2, 2025

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding for individuals, nonprofits, and organizations to undertake projects that protect and restore Nebraska's natural environment through various initiatives like habitat conservation, water protection, and waste management improvements.

Environment
Nonprofits
Improve the Quality of Life in Custer County
Contact for amount
Custer County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Custer County for projects that improve community well-being in areas such as health care, education, and youth activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Woods Charitable Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Woods Charitable Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2025

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
Apply for Robert B. Daugherty Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Robert B. Daugherty Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Nebraska, especially in the Greater Omaha area, to support impactful community projects in areas like education, health, and development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Midlands Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Midlands Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the residents of Sarpy and Cass counties in Nebraska, supporting a variety of programs that enhance community well-being and development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund
$750,000
Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, housing authorities, and nonprofit organizations in Nebraska to develop and improve affordable housing for low- to moderate-income households.

Housing
Nonprofits