The Food Relief Fund, established in partnership with the City of Omaha, was created to provide timely support to local food pantries and distributors, ensuring families throughout the metro area have access to nutritious food. More than 259,000 Nebraskans are currently food insecure. With recent changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), households are experiencing disruptions in their food benefits.
Launched on October 29, the Food Relief Fund began distributing grants just days later to community-based programs with the capacity to reach households quickly. To date, 98.6% of all funds received, equalling $104,000, have already been granted to organizations providing direct food assistance to children, older adults, working families, and individuals.
The Food Relief Fund will continue to remain open for donations, allowing the community to continue strengthening the local food network and supporting those most affected by rising need. Every contribution helps extend the Fund’s reach and ensures that resources are distributed where they are needed most, swiftly and effectively.
Grant determinations were made in collaboration with the City of Omaha to ensure funding reaches organizations best positioned to deliver immediate impact. A second round of grants is planned as additional contributions are received.
As of November 7, the following organizations have received grants from the Food Relief Fund:
- Black Men United
- City Sprouts
- Completely Kids
- ENCAP
- Heart Ministry Center
- Heartland Hope Mission
- San Andres Iglesia Luterana
- Intercultural Senior Center
- No More Empty Pots
- North Omaha Community Partnership
- Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue
- Siena Francis House
- Together Omaha
- Whispering Roots
Individuals seeking help can contact 211 for local food resources by calling 211, texting their ZIP code to 898211, or visiting NE211.org.
If you have questions about opening a fund or making a credit card donation, email giving@omahafoundation.org.
