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Revitalizing Community Power
1. Neighborhood Revitalization Resources:
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Omaha Neighborhood Grants: This program supports community leaders working to improve their neighborhoods. Grants focus on leadership development and community building.
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North & South Omaha Recovery Grant Program (NSORG): Designed to provide grants to public and private entities to respond to the negative impact of the COVID-19 public health emergency and to build resilient and innovative communities.
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Choice Neighborhoods Initiative: A collaborative effort between the City of Omaha and the Omaha Housing Authority to revitalize distressed neighborhoods, such as the Southside Terrace – Indian Hill area.
Omaha Planning
2. Litter Cleanup Grants and Programs:
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Keep Omaha Beautiful – Neighborhood Litter Cleanups: Offers programs and resources to assist residents in organizing neighborhood litter cleanups. They provide guidance and may supply materials like gloves and bags.
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City of Omaha Spring Cleanup: An annual event that allows residents to dispose of large or bulky items not accepted through regular waste services. While not a grant, it's a valuable resource for neighborhood cleanup efforts.
Wasteline
3. Starting a Neighborhood Association in Omaha's District 2:
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One Omaha – Mini-Grants: Provides funding up to $1,000 to local community-based groups looking to create positive change in Omaha. This can be a resource for new neighborhood associations seeking initial funding.
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City of Omaha Planning Department – Neighborhood Associations: The Planning Department manages neighborhood/homeowner associations and can provide resources and guidance on establishing a new association. You can look up existing associations and find relevant information on their website.
Wasteline
Establishing a neighborhood association involves organizing residents, defining boundaries, creating bylaws, and registering with the city. Engaging with existing associations in District 2 can provide insights and support as you establish your own.
I hope these resources assist you in your efforts to revitalize your neighborhood, organize litter cleanups, and establish a neighborhood association in Omaha's District 2.
1.Grants and Funding Opportunities:
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Nebraska Small Business Assistance Act: Grants up to $25,000 for startups and $12,500 for small businesses. (opportunity.nebraska.gov)
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Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grants: Funding for product development and innovation. (opportunity.nebraska.gov)
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Turnback Tax Grants: Support for North and South Omaha cultural, safety, and historical projects. (cityofomaha.org)
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Development and Preservation Fund: Affordable housing and equity-focused project funding. (frontporchinvestments.org)
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Fund for Omaha – Omaha Community Foundation: Supports racial and social justice initiatives in minority communities. (omahafoundation.org)
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Minority and Women-Owned Business Program (MBE/WBE): Encourages the use of minority-owned businesses in federal grant-funded projects. (opportunity.nebraska.gov)
2.Coaching and Mentoring:
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Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC): Free consulting for planning, finances, and strategy. (unomaha.edu)
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SCORE Greater Omaha: Free expert advice and mentoring. (score.org)
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Nebraska Enterprise Fund (NEST Space): Free coaching on financials, credit, and marketing. (search.ne211.org)
3.Business Planning and Resources:
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GROW Nebraska: Marketing and training for businesses statewide. (grownebraska.org)
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Blueprint to Business Success: Workshops on financial projections and strategic planning. (sourcelinknebraska.com)
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Grants for Minorities in Nebraska – Instrumentl: Curated list of funding opportunities for minority business owners. (instrumentl.com)
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Free Grants for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses: Financial help for minority entrepreneurs. (womenandminoritybusiness.org)
The resources above are key to supporting business growth and empowering entrepreneurs in Omaha. As a City Council member, Juanita’s role is to connect residents with these opportunities, advocate for equitable funding, and champion initiatives that foster inclusive economic development for all communities.
1. Nebraska Department of Labor Worker Training Grants: Provides funding for worker training, including tuition and fees for certified training providers.
2. Nebraska Department of Economic Development Programs: Offers various programs, such as the Accredited Job Training Act, to support workforce development and training initiatives.
3. State Career and Technical Education Funding: Allocates funds to support career and technical education programs, enhancing training opportunities for students.
Nebraska Department of Education
4. University of Nebraska Omaha Grants: Offers grants to qualified undergraduate students demonstrating financial need, which can be applied toward various educational programs.
5. Omaha Public Schools Foundation: Supports educational initiatives within Omaha Public Schools, including programs that enhance career readiness and vocational training.
6. North and South Omaha Recovery Grant Program: Provides funding for projects in North and South Omaha, including educational and workforce development initiatives.
1. Nebraska Department of Labor Worker Training Grants: Provides funding for worker training, including tuition and fees for certified training providers.
2. Nebraska Department of Economic Development Programs: Offers various programs, such as the Accredited Job Training Act, to support workforce development and training initiatives.
3. State Career and Technical Education Funding: Allocates funds to support career and technical education programs, enhancing training opportunities for students.
Nebraska Department of Education
4. University of Nebraska Omaha Grants: Offers grants to qualified undergraduate students demonstrating financial need, which can be applied toward various educational programs.
5. Omaha Public Schools Foundation: Supports educational initiatives within Omaha Public Schools, including programs that enhance career readiness and vocational training.
6. North and South Omaha Recovery Grant Program: Provides funding for projects in North and South Omaha, including educational and workforce development initiatives.
1. Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund (NAHTF):
Provides funding to increase the supply and improve the quality of affordable housing in Nebraska.
opportunity.nebraska.gov
2. Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA) First Home Program:
Offers low-interest loans to first-time homebuyers, with the requirement of completing a homebuyer education course.
nifa.org
3. Nebraska Homeowner Assistance Fund (NHAF):
Assists homeowners with past-due payments for mortgages, utilities, property taxes, insurance, and other housing-related costs.
nebraskahaf.com
4. USDA Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants:
Provides loans and grants to low-income homeowners for repairs and improvements.
rd.usda.gov
5. City of Omaha Housing and Community Development:
Offers homeownership assistance, including education, counseling, and underwriting services to ensure housing stability.
planninghcd.cityofomaha.org
6. Housing Development Resources Program:
Guides potential homeowners through the buying process with in-depth education.
findhelp.org
7. Nebraska Housing Grants:
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations and local governments for housing initiatives and community improvements.
nebraska.grantwatch.com